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.

My approach is warm, calm, and collaborative. I want to understand your story, what matters to you, and what you hope to change or grow. I don’t believe people need to have everything figured out before seeking support. Most of us are simply trying to navigate life with the tools and experiences we have.

Supervision for social workers

A large part of my work is supporting Chinese social workers, social work students, and early-career practitioners as they develop their practice in Australia.

Working in a new professional and cultural environment can bring unique challenges. You may be learning how Australian workplaces operate, finding your professional voice, managing uncertainty as a new graduate, or trying to balance the emotional demands of social work with your own wellbeing.

Sometimes, as helping professionals, we don’t realise that our own life experiences and unresolved wounds can become part of the work we do. Over time, the emotional weight of supporting others can show up in ways we may not expect, which is why having space to reflect on both our practice and ourselves is an important part of sustainable social work.

My supervision is not only about discussing cases. It is a holistic and person-centred process that adapts to what you need at different stages of your journey. Sometimes this may look like exploring practice challenges, reflecting on professional identity, or working through ethical dilemmas. Other times, it may involve reviewing your resume, preparing for a job interview, practising AMHSW application or exam writing, exploring professional networks, or thinking about your next career steps.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach. We will focus on what is most meaningful and useful for you. If you are looking for supervision support, you are welcome to book an online session directly.

Trauma therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)

I provide trauma-informed therapy with a particular interest in EMDR for individuals who have experienced distressing or overwhelming events.

I have completed EMDR Level 1 training through EMDR Academy and will undertake Level 2 training in late 2026. I also receive additional EMDR consultation to support safe and ethical practice.

I am continuing to develop my EMDR skills and currently assess suitability carefully. At this stage, I do not offer EMDR for complex PTSD (CPTSD) presentations, but I am working towards further training and experience in this area.

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

For EMDR, I invite you to start with an introductory call. This gives us a chance to understand what you are looking for and consider whether EMDR is the right fit for you at this stage.

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.