A leader
in creative
therapies

Simona Weinstein

Founder and Principal Art Therapist

BA (Psych), BB (Acc), Dip ArtTh, MArtTher, ANZACATA

Simona is a qualified and experienced creative psychotherapist, who specialises in Art Therapy. She is an innovator in the field, whose work has been published widely. Simona has studied, lectured and practiced both in Australia and internationally. Her clients range from the Australian Government to specialised mental health facilities, schools, and corporate organisations, where her work extends into exploring individual accountabilities and group dynamics in corporate settings.

Natalie Baron

Animal & Art Therapist

BA (Psych), M (AThR), ANZACATA

Natalie has a compassionate therapeutic approach working with children,
adolescents, adults and geriatrics in individual sessions and groups. She has worked in private and specialist public hospitals, mental health facilities and schools, psychoncology and palliative care.

Considering the individual needs of her clients, Natalie supports exploring experiences and feelings not easily expressed in words, to find meaning, de-stress, improve self esteem and social skills, and develop mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

Natalie is a professional member of ANZACATA The Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapy Association.

Juliette Goodall

Art Therapist & Social Worker

D (VisArts), BA (SW), M (AThR), ANZACATA

Juliette has 20 years’ combined experience working as an art therapist, social worker and counsellor. She has worked in a wide range of human service organisations including Windana Drug Detox unit, Rumbalara Co-op, Southern Mental Health Association, Monash Medical Mental Health Services, Taskforce Drug and Alcohol services, Uniting Age Well, Odyssey House Victoria, Turning Point and the Department of Health and Human Services. She has worked with a diverse range of clients with mental health issues, drug and alcohol misuse, women experiencing domestic violence, childhood trauma, dementia, and with Aboriginal communities.

Juliette delivers individual and group art therapy sessions which offer relief and insight into an individual’s issues. Art therapy offers a gentle approach in a safe environment for a person to explore deep personal issues without having to retell their story or relive their trauma. Art therapy can be instrumental in placing the onus of choice and control back into the hands of the individual to navigate their own unique journey of discovery and recovery.

Currently unavailable for direct bookings but available through our programs, by calling 9063 3446.

Anna Cardamone

Art Therapist

AdvDip (Textiles Manuf), B (FA), M (AThR), ANZACATA

Anna is passionate about art therapy as a means of supporting people in a variety of settings with their individual needs. She is dedicated to offering clients of all ages a safe, inclusive and creative space to explore emotions and personal issues. Having completed a Bachelor of Fine Art in Painting and Master of Art Therapy, she offers a gentle approach in assisting the client’s therapeutic journey. She has experience working in mental health, addiction support and educational settings and is a professional member of ANZACATA The Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapy Association. Anna offers individual as well as group art therapy sessions and is committed to enhancing community well-being, social justice and person-centred care.

Currently unavailable for direct bookings but available through our programs, by calling 9063 3446.

Vaish Nanjappan

Art Therapist

BE (Computer Science), M (AThR), ANZACATA

Vaish has a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice from MIECAT. She is dedicated to creating a safe and creative space where individuals can explore emotions, build resilience, and foster meaningful connections through art. Her passion lies in empowering people to find balance, clarity, and joy in their lives. With a diverse background that spans working as a support worker for children to supporting adults from non-English speaking backgrounds, Vaish brings empathy, adaptability, and deep cultural awareness to her practice.

Brittany Fong

Speech Pathologist CPSP

BA (Ling), MasSP, MemSPA

Brittany is passionate about working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. She wants to provide multilingual speakers with speech pathology services that incorporate their home culture and language as a core part of their care. Another life passion of hers is learning languages. She speaks six languages to varying proficiency: English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, Portuguese and Auslan (Certificate 2). She most definitely aspires to learn more!

Emma Keenan

Accredited Practising Dietitian & Nutritionist

Natalija Stefanovic

Art Therapist

BHSc, MMH, PACFA, ANZACATA

Natalija Stefanovic is a committed healthcare professional who strives to provide therapeutic and creative healing in a safe and creative space for her clients. She is committed to supporting children’s and adults’ growth through a combination of creative means and talk therapy. Natalija is passionate about exploring the struggles related to culture, family and anxiety as well as the complexity of living with chronic physical pain. She has a MA in Mental Health and has specialised in Art Therapy. Natalija uses a client led approach which includes evidence-based frameworks and art directives in her sessions. She has worked with children, at-risk university students, and all ages on the autism spectrum.

Scott McPherson

Music Therapist

Music Therapist MMus, M(MT), AMTA

Scott has been a registered music therapist since 2010 and has worked with a broad range of client populations. Scott has experience working with people that have dementia in aged care, people that have other neurological disorders such as ABI, TBI and Huntington’s Disease, people with mental health symptoms related to Schizophrenia, Complex PTSD, Major Depression, Anxiety and Bipolar Disorder and people with a range of disabilities from profound to high functioning people with Autism. A strong musical background in most styles and a range of instruments played brings music to every occasion along with a belief that music is therapy and that the more music the merrier! Music has the power to transform, stimulate, sedate and is a safe and passive method to explore thoughts, feelings and beliefs.

Currently unavailable for direct bookings but available through our programs, by calling 9063 3446.

Liana P

Music Therapist

Liana is a Registered Music Therapist with the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA), and has specialised in working with adolescents and adults in the field of mental health for over a decade. Her qualifications include: Bachelor of Health Science (BHealthSc) & Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) from La Trobe University, Advanced Diploma of Music (Contemporary Voice Performance) from Melbourne Polytechnic, and Master of Music Therapy from the Melbourne Conservatorium at the University of Melbourne. In the past 5 years, Liana has offered group and individual evidence-based music therapy sessions in inpatient psychiatry at Delmont Private Hospital and Cabrini Women’s Mental Health. She is also trained in introductory Level 1 Guided Imagery and Music (GIM – https://www.avalongimtraining.com.au) and in Tuning Relationships with Music (TRM – http://www.tuningrelationshipswithmusic.com). 

Jo Grant

Student Art Therapist

BA (Graphic Design), M (AThR), ANZACATA & ACA student member

Jo studied art and design at the Chelsea College, University of the Arts in London.

Jo is a client-led and trauma-informed art therapist and has worked in mental health for a number of years. She has worked in sub-acute facilities in Melbourne and facilitated therapeutic groups with new parents in London at Mindful Mums. She also has lived experience of post-natal mental health.

Jo is passionate about the impact creative expression can have mood, understanding of past traumatic events, wellbeing and much more. She aims to work with adults and children of all ages and backgrounds and particularly enjoys bringing creativity out in people who are ‘not artistic’.

Adrienne Sloan

Drama Therapist

(Dramatherapy), BA (Art), BEd (Drama, Theatre), ANZACATA

Adrienne has a Masters in Creative Arts Therapies (Dramatherapy) from Melbourne University (MCAT).

Dramatherapy uses theatre, story making and drama as part of psychological, social and emotional support in therapy. It provides opportunities for developing new perspectives, insights and growth. Adrienne is person-centred and collaborative in an empathetic and non-judgemental environment. Adrienne also has Bachelors in Arts and Education, (BA/Ed) majoring in Theatre and Drama, with experience as a secondary level theatre and drama teacher. She has many years of training and experience in performing arts practices, schools, women’s refuges and prisons in Australia and Nepal.

Adrienne is a member of ANZACATA, (Australia, New Zealand and Asia Creative Arts Therapies Association), the professional association for Dramatherapists in Australia, governing the international standards and code of ethics of practitioners.

Currently unavailable for direct bookings but available through our programs, by calling 9063 3446.

Sophie

Administrative Assistant

Sophie is a healthcare assistant who has worked with various healthcare professionals and clients. As a licensed Occupational Therapist, she had worked at the Rehabilitation Medicine Department of St. Lukes Medical Center Quezon City and St Lukes Medical Center Bonifacio Global City. She did her internship at the Philippines General Hospital. After working in the hospital setting, Sophia worked as an administrative assistant for a psychology clinic based in Sydney, Australia. She has a passion for helping provide quality service to all our clients.

Dana Visitchaichan

Creative Arts Therapist (in placement)

BSc (Psych), M (AThR)

Dana is a gentle and attuned creative arts therapist with experience working with children, adolescents, and older adults, in schools, disability services and aged-care settings. She supports individuals with diverse needs, including neurodivergence, cognitive and physical disabilities, dementia and emotional regulation challenges, through both group and individual sessions.

Drawing on dramatherapy, visual arts and play-based approaches, Dana helps clients explore feelings and experiences that may be difficult to express in words. Her sessions focus on building emotional regulation, confidence, social connection and self-expression, while fostering enjoyment, agency and wellbeing.

Dana’s therapeutic approach is flexible, responsive and client-centred. She adapts each session to meet the unique needs, strengths and energy of the individuals she works with, creating a safe and empowering space for creative exploration.

Dana has completed her Master of Creative Arts Therapy at the University of Melbourne, following studies in psychology and visual arts. She is committed to supporting emotional wellbeing and improving quality of life through creative, meaningful and accessible therapeutic experiences.

Winnie

Fully-Trained Therapy Dog

Golden Labrador x English Cocker Spaniel

Winnie is our fully trained Assistance Dog, here to help people with mobility needs, autism or post-traumatic stress. She offers emotional support, great company and she can soothe your symptoms related to mental and physical disabilities. She’s a beautiful cocker spaniel x golden labrador with a gentle loving temperament. Winnie would love to meet you!

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