Hi, I’m Ivanka
I’m a passionate counsellor and artist who loves helping people recognise their strengths, build resilience, and move towards a life that feels meaningful and authentic. I believe counselling is about walking alongside people through life’s challenges, creating a safe and supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered.
My career journey has been a little unique. I started in the corporate sector, working in stockbroking before moving into the higher education sector after having children, supporting both TAFE and university students. It was through this work that I discovered my passion for counselling and the positive impact that genuine connection and support can have on people's lives.
Most recently, I have been working in a secondary school setting, supporting adolescent girls and young women through the many challenges that come with growing up. I am passionate about empowering young women to recognise their own strengths, build resilience, and develop confidence in themselves.
A particular area of interest for me is helping young people overcome anxiety, navigate uncertainty about the future, and develop the skills and self-belief needed to move forward with greater independence. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing a person begin to trust themselves and realise they are capable of far more than they once believed.
I hold a Graduate Diploma of Counselling and a Master of Counselling and am a Level 4 registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
I work from a person-centred approach and draw on a range of evidence-based and holistic modalities to meet the individual needs of each person. These include:
Person-Centred Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping)
Yoga Nidra Teacher
Alongside counselling, I am also an artist and deeply value creativity as a way of fostering self-expression, healing, and personal growth. Whether through counselling, mindfulness practices, or creative exploration, my goal is to support people in reconnecting with themselves, discovering their strengths, and creating positive change in their lives. I believe that every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and thrive when they are given the right support, encouragement, and space to be themselves.