About Me
I am passionate about supporting people to thrive in the complex world we live in today. I understand the internal and external pressures that we all face and as a mother I am on this journey that is incredibly rewarding but not without its challenges.
I am an accredited Mental Health Social Work Professional, member of the Australian Association of Social Workers and have a current Working with Childrens Check. I adhere to the Ethical & Legal Standards of the AASW and incorporate them into my everyday practice.
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I have strong interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills and provide a holistic service to all clients that is responsive and relevant to their individual needs. This support is underpinned by evidence based practice frameworks.I collaborate with clients using language that is age & stage appropriate, consistently checking in to ensure that clients understand what I am saying as well as understanding the meaning of what is being discussed with them. I work collaboratively with all clients, always meeting the client where they are at through a respectful and empathic working relationship.
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I support each client to establish meaningful connections and engagement with family, friends and their chosen community. This is achieved through relevant strategies that support the client's emotional and social literacy so that they feel emotionally safe to engage in a way that is meaningful for them. My mission is to provide high-quality relevant interventions to enhance well being from a holistic perspective.
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I have worked as an academic at La Trobe University and have many years experience in providing regular supervision to my peers as well as external supervision to social work students at Monash University. I also mentor professional social workers.
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I provide therapeutic support & counselling for individuals (including children) who are dealing with the following:
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Phobias
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Eating disorders
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Parenting challenges
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Relationship Difficulties
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Life Transitions
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Difficulties with Self-Esteem
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Medical and Health Concerns
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Stress Management
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Spirituality
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Grief, Loss, or Bereavement
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Other Issues
Fiona Reizner, Counsellor and
Mental Health Social Worker
About Me
I am passionate about supporting people to thrive in the complex world we live in today. I support each client to establish meaningful connections and engagement with family, friends and their chosen community. This is achieved through relevant strategies that support the client's emotional and social literacy so that they feel emotionally safe within each session. I work from a holistic perspective collaborating with all clients, always meeting the client where they are at through a respectful and empathic working relationship.
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I use a range of evidenced based therapeutic strategies that support social and emotional wellbeing. I provide clients with a safe and non-judgmental space where they can learn to identify, pause and reflect on their emotional needs allowing for developing an understanding of how these difficulties may be impacting on their wellbeing.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Parent Coach / Educator and Facilitator. I have completed a Bachelor of Arts; a Bachelor of Social Work; and Mental Health Social Worker accreditation through the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). I also hold a Certificate in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Based Therapy, am a qualified and experienced Facilitator in the parenting programs Tuning In To Kids & Tuning in to Teens as well as EMDR Level 1 accredited. I work with clients across the lifespan from children to adults, including families, that present with a range of challenges.
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In addition to Tuning In To Kids & Tuning In To Teens, I also facilitate other programs for parents that focus on everyday challenges such as anxiety, establishing boundaries and a variety of other mental health topics.
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I provide therapeutic support & counselling for individuals (including children) who are dealing with the following:
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Phobias
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Eating disorders
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Parenting challenges
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Relationship Difficulties
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Life Transitions
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Difficulties with Self-Esteem
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Medical and Health Concerns
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Stress Management
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Spirituality
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Grief, Loss, or Bereavement
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Other Issues
Contact me below for Melbourne local counselling services.
In addition to the work with individual clients, I have worked as an academic at La Trobe University and have many years’ experience in providing regular supervision to my peers as well as external supervision to social work students. I also mentor professional social workers.
Fiona Reizner:
Mental Health Social Worker, Counselling, Parent Educator & Facilitator
Registrations:
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Clinical Social Work (Australian Association of Social Workers)
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Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (Australian Association of Social Workers)
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EMDRAA ( EMDR Association of Australia) - Level 1
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Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) card
