Lourdes D'Cruz

Psychologist

I have experience working with people from all walks of life and with complex presentations. I believe that therapy is the coming together of two experts – the therapist with their psychological expertise and the client with expert knowledge of what works best in their unique circumstances.

I possess a warm and empathetic therapeutic style. I value building a strong connection to create a safe space for healing and growth. I find that authenticity and humour in therapy facilitate the counselling process. In sessions, I provide structure and employ a practical and analytical approach to empower people to live their fullest lives.

I’ve discovered a fiery passion to help people journey towards mental well-being. I believe that the human spirit is indomitable. I’ve discovered that people have the wisdom and tenacity to navigate through life’s challenges.

In a safe therapeutic space, I feel honoured with the privilege of being invited in to clients’ most personal, cognitive and emotional experience. In times like these, I’ve found my ‘ikigai’. Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means your ‘reason for being’ and involves four primary elements: what you love (your passion), what the world needs (your mission), what you are good at (your vocation), and what you can get paid for (your profession).

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Areas of Intrest: 

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Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Sleep Problems

Social and Emotional Problems

Life Transitions

Relationship Issues

Parenting

School Refusal

Substance Abuse

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder