Services
Registered Supervisor
Samantha Shepherd
Languages Spoken:
- English
I am an NDIS registered Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach and Supervisor who offers support
both via telehealth and face to face by arrangement I have an empathic,
compassionate approach through which I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space to
work collaboratively in encouraging and empowering people to navigate
challenges in their day-to-day life and achieve their goals. I take a holistic
approach encompassing the mental, emotional, physical, social and wellbeing. I
use a client centred, solution focused and trauma informed approach using a mix
of CBT, ACT and DBT methodologies.
I have worked for 13 years as a counsellor and
life coach in a residential rehabilitation setting providing me with a wealth
of skills and knowledge in working with people experiencing substance misuse
issues with coexisting mental health diagnosis and related traumas including legal,
personal, family and relationship challenges. Using a collaborative approach, I
support people to identify and reach their goals to live the life they desire
in line with their strengths and core values. I bring a wealth of knowledge from
working with NDIS participants for the past 2 years, supporting them in achieving
their goals and positive outcomes to live their best independent life providing
support through Counselling and Psychosocial Recovery coaching.
Along with my
qualifications and work experiences, I also have lived experience supporting people
with a variety of Disabilities, Substance Misuse issues, DFV, LGBTIQ, Daily Challenges
and related traumas in my personal life and relationships. This has provided me
with a passion for collaborating with and supporting people who face challenges
in their daily life to have the positive outcomes they desire.
Qualifications
Affiliations
Australian Counselling Association
College of Supervisors
Mental Health Practitioners Network
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