about.
B.Comms, B.PsychSc, M.Couns
Alisa is a registered counselor and psychotherapist in Naarm/Melbourne, Australia, specialising in a person-centered approach. She also identifies as a first and second generation immigrant counsellor. Her experience covers a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, generational trauma, family conflicts, cultural issues, loneliness, low self-esteem, work-related stress, academic-related stress, grief, trauma, domestic violence (MARAM trained), and more.
Alisa speaks Thai fluently but only conducts counseling sessions in English. Nonetheless, she understands the challenges that comes with being first or second-generation immigrants.
Alisa's passion is to provide innovative treatments that can make positive changes in the health and well-being of individuals. As a person-centered counselor, she tailors each session to the unique needs and goals of her clients, focusing on empowering them to become their own therapist and build their confidence.
Please note- Alisa only take clients from age 20 onwards.
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Evidence-based counselling.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness based cognitive behavioural therapy (M-CBT)
Acceptance and commitment based therapy (ACT)
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
Rational emotional behaviour therapy (REBT)
Professional development.
All registered counsellors and psychotherapists are required to engage in ongoing professional development. Therefore, Alisa participates in various professional development and seminars to ensure the latest evidence-based interventions can be provided.
Memberships.
Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). Registration no. 28190
Allied Health Professionals (AHPA)
Licenses
Working with children check (VIC)
Police Check