At House Family Therapy, I provide specialised, culturally informed counselling for current and former Defence members, their families, and those connected to the military community. My approach is grounded in deep respect for the unique demands of military life, the realities of service, and the complex transitions that accompany leaving the Defence environment. With more than 20 years of clinical experience and advanced military-specific mental health training, I offer a confidential and supportive space where veterans and serving members feel understood without having to explain their world.
As a Certified Veteran and Military Mental Health Professional (CVMHP), I hold specialist training in the psychological, emotional and operational experiences unique to Defence personnel. This includes moral injury, operational stress, trauma responses, post‑transition identity shifts, relationship impacts, and the cumulative toll of sustained service. My work is trauma‑informed, evidence‑based and always grounded in respect for the lived realities of those who have served.
Whether you are navigating PTSD, depression, anxiety, sleep issues, anger, relationship strain, or the adjustments that come with reintegration into civilian life, I offer tailored strategies and compassionate guidance to support your recovery and wellbeing. Veterans and serving members can expect a therapy environment that acknowledges their service, honours their experiences, and recognises the strength it takes to seek help.
Transition out of the Defence Force can be one of the most significant life changes a person experiences. Many veterans face challenges related to identity, connection, loss of structure, employment changes, and shifts in family dynamics. I provide practical and emotional support for:
Therapy is tailored to help you stabilise, regain clarity and build a future that honours both your past service and your personal goals.
Many veterans experience trauma exposure, operational stress injuries or cumulative trauma over time. I offer safe, confidential support for individuals experiencing:
My approach is grounded in evidence‑based therapies that support nervous‑system regulation, emotional stability and long‑term recovery.
In addition to my clinical qualifications, I bring lived Defence community experience through my role as a Wing Commander in the Australian Air Force Cadets (AAFC), currently serving as the Officer Commanding 8 Wing in the Northern Territory. This leadership position involves overseeing staff, mentoring cadets, managing operational planning, and upholding Defence values across a large region.
This background enhances my understanding of Defence culture, command structures, organisational pressures and the challenges that service members – and their families -face. Many veterans appreciate that I “understand the world” without needing lengthy explanations, allowing therapy to begin from a place of trust and shared context.