Hi, I am Alyona, or Aly for clients. My life journey so far has been a very unusual one and taught me many lessons - but most importantly, it showed me that the most treasured things in life are people we connect with. They are our strengths and our challenges. 

I have not met a person who was unhappy in life if they had great relationships: family and friends. My life belief is the secret to happiness lies in healthy relationships: with yourself and others.

My Qualifications

I have a Masters Degree in Counselling and a Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy. I also hold a Diploma of Education (Postgraduate) and Bachelor of Arts with First Degree Honours. 

Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in mental health and teach counselling at Monash University.

Further, I am a Clinical Supervisor and Level 2 Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). 

I speak three languages and spent most of my life outside of my home country. And most importantly, I am a mum and a wife.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

> Sexual and intimacy issues 

> Couples relationships 

> Misattributed paternity/parental discrepancy discoveries

> Interpersonal communication 

> Emotions/feelings, trauma and affairs