Supporting growth, healing, and meaningful change through culturally responsive care

Welcome to my Mental Health Social Work Practice and Counselling Service. I provide reflective supervision for Chinese social workers and emerging practitioners in Australia, as well as trauma-informed therapy and EMDR support for individuals navigating the impact of difficult experiences.

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Explore what I offer

What our work looks like can change based on what you need and what’s going on for you.

Book a free 15 min phone call

I believe that a genuine connection is the foundation of all therapeutic relationships. That’s why I offer an initial phone chat, giving you the chance to get a sense of whether we might be a good fit. During this conversation, I’ll listen to your needs, answer any questions, and provide recommendations - whether that’s moving forward together or helping you find support elsewhere. My goal is to ensure you feel heard, supported, and confident in the next steps of your journey.

Nice to meet you

Hi, I’m Ivy. I’m glad you’re here.

I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) based in Melbourne, Victoria.

My work focuses on two areas: providing reflective, culturally responsive supervision for Chinese social workers and emerging practitioners in Australia, and supporting individuals through trauma recovery with trauma-informed therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

I offer a number of low cost online EMDR sessions for suitable clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

A little about me

I completed my Master of Social Work at the University of Melbourne in 2019 and have worked across public mental health, dual diagnosis services and private practice.

As an Asian woman, I understand some of the complexities that can come with cultural expectations, family relationships, identity, and belonging. I offer sessions in both Mandarin and English, and we can naturally move between languages if that feels more comfortable.

Outside of work, I’m a mum to one small human and two very opinionated cats. I’m also a beginner in powerlifting, which means I still get excited about every small personal best. When inspiration strikes, I share little reflections and pieces of everyday life on Xiaohongshu.

I look forward to meeting you. If you feel my approach may be a good fit for you, I’d be glad to hear from you.

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Get in touch

Reaching out for support can feel daunting, and I completely understand. Even from the comfort of your own home, taking that first step can feel big, but it can also be the start of positive change. I invite you to get in touch, ask questions, or book an online session, and we can explore the support that feels right for you. You don’t have to do this alone.

Interested in working together? If you are seeking Social Work Supervision, feel free to book online below. You are welcome to share a few details and I’ll be in touch soon. You can reach me on (03) 8400 0874 or 0494 638 036.