Viviana
Clinical Psychologist | Single Expert Reports | Supervision
Supervision and Report Writing
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With over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, Viviana is a highly skilled Clinical Psychologist dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s most complex challenges. Her unique background, which includes a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), which enhances her competence in forensic-related psychological contexts.
Viviana has a personable and empathetic approach. She prioritises creating a safe, inclusive environment where clients feel empowered to explore their concerns. Her therapeutic style is results-oriented and collaborative; she works closely with clients to establish clear goals and provides practical, evidence-based strategies to ensure every session adds value to their wellbeing.
Areas of Expertise:
- PTSD, Trauma & Anxiety: Utilizing EMDR (Levels 1 & 2), DBT and CBT.
- Complex Dynamics: Domestic violence, parenting struggles, and high-conflict separations.
- Emotional Regulation: DBT for personality issues and emotional dysregulation.
- Works with children, adolescents, adults, and couples.
- Clinical Hypnotherapy
- Single Expert Reports and Parenting Assessments
As an AHPRA board-approved supervisor and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS), Viviana maintains the highest standards of professional care.
Therapeutic Approaches & Modalities
Viviana utilises evidence-based therapies that are tailored to each client’s unique needs, including:
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Schema Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy & Clinical Hypnotherapy
Languages: Viviana is also fluent in Italian, offering culturally sensitive support to a diverse range of clients.
Qualifications
- Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (Counselling)
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
- AHPRA-registered Clinical Psychologist
Areas of Passion!
Viviana works with a broad range of presenting issues, including but not limited to:
- Children, adolescents & adults
- Couples and families
- Clients from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Anxiety & phobias
- Depression & mood difficulties
- Trauma & PTSD
- Stress and adjustment challenges
- Relationship difficulties (individual & couples)
- Personality challenges & emotional regulation
- Eating concerns and body image issues
- Workplace stress & bullying
- Grief & loss
- Family and parenting issues
- Single expert reports
Supervisor Capabilities & Leadership
As a Board-Approved Supervisor, Viviana is qualified to provide supervision for General Registration and the Clinical Registrar program. Her leadership as Clinical Team Lead involves overseeing therapeutic standards and mentoring staff.
Clinical Mentorship: Providing specialised guidance in evidence-based modalities like EMDR (Levels 1 & 2), DBT, and CBT, ensuring suerpvisee clinicians maintain high standards of professional care.
Forensic & Legal Oversight: Utilizing her legal background (LLB) to supervise the preparation of Single Expert Reports and Parenting Assessments, which are critical in legal and court-related proceedings.
Team Governance: Managing clinical workflows and peer consultation, specifically focusing on complex areas such as domestic violence and high-conflict separations.
Clinical Supervision at Aresolution
Viviana’s supervision sessions, notably on Wednesdays, are designed for clinicians seeking to deepen their expertise in trauma-informed care and emotional regulation. Her approach is described as collaborative and results-oriented, mirroring her therapeutic style. She focuses on empowering supervisees to develop practical strategies while maintaining the cultural sensitivity required for diverse client bases.