Daisy is specfically designed for women (18 and older) who are living through reproductive trauma. These experiences often unfold in silence, in systems that don’t always recognise what’s needed. My work is about creating a different kind of space: one that’s responsive, attuned, and woman centred.

I provide limited individual therapy. I don’t offer couples therapy, but there’s room to consider how your partner or support person might be part of your process if that feels right to you.

Alongside individual therapy, I also offer group spaces where women can come together in community, explore their experiences, and find solidarity in shared reflection.

Daisy recognises that experiences like miscarriage are physically, emotionally, clinically, relationally, socially and spiritually unlike other experiences of loss. The experience of miscarriage is something that Daisy believes deserves its own space and community.

Rather than spreading myself across many areas, I’ve chosen to focus my practice on reproductive trauma. This is not only an area where I bring depth of clinical expertise, but also a strong sense of purpose.

Yes, I am. And I shouldn’t have to make space for men in my work.

For generations, women have been left with very little support to understand and heal from their experiences. Women feel isolated, as if they and their grief are unwelcome. Women speak of the deep powerlessness that miscarriage leaves behind. They discuss how they are not believed when they tell healthcare providers about their pain.

Creating a space specifically for women is simply that – establishing a space for women.

It’s also important to understand that woman-centred is not removing the various ways that we subjectively experience our bodies and gender. I recognise that for some, this wording is problematic.

Woman-centred supports intentionally sit as an alternative to foetal-centred support. For many professionals and within the community of reproductive trauma/loss alike, this is all but an experience of foetal/baby loss. Yet both research and the stories women share tell us this framing is limiting and often inhibiting the process of understanding how miscarriage (infertility, stillbirth and neonatal death as well) fits into their reproductive story and how we as a caring industry best meet the needs of women who come to us following miscarriage.

Daisy is an online practice. This means that all of my sessions are done through a secure and encrypted video platform. This approach enables me to work with women across Australia (not just in the small town where I live) and provides you with the flexibility to fit therapy in when you need it most.

I recognise that after the Zoom saturation caused by the need for pandemic public health measures, there may be some who do not want to spend any more time looking at a screen. This is okay! When the time is right for you, get in touch.

Initial 20-minute consultation (getting to know you)

FREE

 First session- if needed (90 minutes)

 $85

Individual sessions (60 minutes)

 $60

When you book an appointment, an invoice will be sent to the email address you have nominated. In this email, you will find the bank account details for direct deposit. Fees payable are expected to be paid on or before THE MORNING OF your scheduled appointment – unless otherwise arranged.

Pay What You Can Afford is a social arrangement where the overall fee paid for therapy can be negotiated between the provider and the client.

 As a clinician in independent practice, I have the privilege of providing therapy that is flexible and individually tailored to each woman.

There's a myth that says the more you pay for therapy, the better the treatment you receive – it's not true. There is also an enduring belief that those who pay more value therapy more and are therefore more likely to find therapy more beneficial.

Again, this is not true; there is no evidence to support either of these claims. These self-serving ideas put out by some therapists are not backed up by research, and they certainly do not reflect my experiences with providing a PWYCA option for clients who need it.

Our financial situation should not be the absolute defining factor in deciding if therapy is the right option for you. My PWYCA option enables me to meet all my clients where they are, allowing me to offer equitable, flexible, and sensitive support to every woman who needs it.

If you would like to discuss PWYCA with me, please don't hesitate to email me. Having conversations about money can be tricky; let's work through this together.

Likewise, if you can afford the set fee but need some time to pay it off, please do not hesitate to reach out.

No. You can reach me through the “Let’s connect” page. Daisy cannot offer you support or therapy under the Government's “Better Access” program. If you need to access care and support through the Government's subsidised program and are unsure where to start, please get in touch.

Having an online practice allows me to be more flexible with my cancellation policy. As long as you are choosing to communicate with me about what is going on around and for you, I will work with you to ensure that our therapeutic relationship is maintained.

There is an expectation that you will, as soon as reasonably possible, let me know if you will not be attending a scheduled appointment.

If, for whatever reason, you need to end therapy, please just let me know. There are many reasons why a therapeutic relationship ends – it doesn't matter why; all that matters is that it needs to end.

If I notice patterns and choices that indicate we are no longer a workable fit, if you consistently choose not to attend or pay the agreed-upon fee, I reserve the right to end our therapeutic relationship with an email advising you of my decision.

My working hours are

Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM.

Scheduled appointments outside of these hours are limited, but negotiable.

 I will not be available over the Christmas and New Year’s period or Victorian public holidays. If I need to take time away from work, I will give you at least two weeks' notice.

Great question!

Here is some information about what you can expect in counselling, a little about me and what you need to know about working with me.

However, I’d also recommend that you ask your friends and family about their experiences in therapy. The decision to engage with a therapist isn’t always the right one, and not every therapist will be the right fit for you. It’s essential to make the best decision for you.