Mental Health Counselling Geelong


Mental Health Counselling Geelong

Practitioners at this location

Dayna Taberner(She/her)

Social Worker

Phone0425 831 176(Mobile)
Dayna Taberner Accredited Mental Health Social Worker | Director With 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Dayna Taberner is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and holds a Master’s in Mental Health Sciences. She has worked across a variety of settings, including community mental health, acute inpatient units, emergency departments, and private practice, gaining extensive expertise in complex mental health presentations. Dayna is trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Part 1 & 2 Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) She is dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, empowering clients to achieve the best possible outcomes for their health and well-being. Special Interests & Clinical Experience Dayna has a particular interest and expertise in working with: Anxiety and depression LGBTIQ+ community and gender dysphoria Eating disorders PTSD and trauma (EMDR-trained, Part 1 & 2) Relationship difficulties Low self-worth and self-esteem Couples and family therapy Clinical supervision for social workers NDIS participants Dayna brings a client-centred, compassionate approach to her work, ensuring each individual feels heard, respected, and supported on their journey to improved mental health.
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Natalie Smith

Social Worker

Phone0425 831 176(Mobile)
Natalie Smith Accredited Mental Health Social Worker With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, Natalie Smith is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with extensive expertise in working with individuals, families, couples, children, and adolescents. She has worked across a range of settings, including family and youth services, homelessness support, trauma recovery, return-to-work programs, and Transport Accident Commission (TAC) clients. Natalie's therapeutic approach is grounded in a trauma-informed, strengths-based psychosocial model, ensuring that each client receives tailored, compassionate care. Natalie is trained in a variety of evidence-based clinical interventions, including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Hypnotherapy Behaviour Therapies She takes a holistic approach, providing a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel supported and empowered in their mental health journey. Special Interests & Clinical Experience Natalie has a particular interest and expertise in working with: Anxiety and depression PTSD (trained in EMDR) Family and relationship difficulties NDIS participants Child and family therapy Veterans and their families Natalie is committed to helping clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve meaningful and lasting positive change.
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