CLINICIANS
Genevieve David
Clinical Social Worker and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
With over 30 years of experience in private practice in Australia and the United States, Genevieve is a clinical social worker and psychoanalytic psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals develop a stronger, more authentic sense of self. She completed her Master’s in Social Work at Loyola University in Chicago, and her psychotherapy approach focuses on supporting meaningful personal growth by drawing on Kohut’s self-psychology, intersubjective theory, and psychodynamic theory.
For the past 20 years, Genevieve has also integrated Buddhist philosophy and practice into her work. She believes Western psychology can be limited in its focus on the individual self. A broader perspective - one that embraces cultural, natural, and spiritual interconnectedness - is essential to the therapeutic process.
Beyond Genevieve's clinical work, she is a passionate writer and teacher. Her work has been published on Psychology Today, and she has led workshops on topics, including postnatal depression and managing anxiety through a Buddhist lens. Genevieve was also invited to teach at the Nan Tien Institute on the intersection of Western psychotherapy and Buddhist psychology. Engaging with the community and mentoring young clinicians is a meaningful part of her professional life.
Genevieve is a member of the International Association of Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP), the Association of Australian Social Workers (AASW), the American Association of Psychoanalysis in Clinical Social Work (AAPCSW), and is an Honorary Member of the Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors and Psychotherapists (AABCAP).
Genevieve works with adults struggling with:
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Major life transitions (young adulthood, motherhood, menopause, aging, immigration, and career changes)
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Self-image and self-esteem issues
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Mood and anxiety disorders
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Existential and spiritual concerns
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Mindfulness and meditation practices
Sarah Hensley
Master of Psychology (Clinical), B.A., Grad Dip Psychology (Hons), Grad Dip Psychotherapy and Counselling. MACPA.
Sarah Hensley is a professionally trained and qualified clinical psychologist with a special interest in women’s health. She works with clients using evidence-based treatments such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Schema Therapy and couples therapy using the Gottman model. Sarah uses a compassionate and effective approach to restore calm and certainty to her clients’ lives.
Sarah believes in shaping her approach to therapy and the treatment plan based on the specific needs of the client and their life circumstances. She will assess the scenario, the changes the client would like to make, and the timeframe that works for the client, and develop a plan for treatment.
Sarah works with adults struggling with:
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Women's health concerns, including pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause
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Anxiety and mood disorders
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Trauma, and trauma related concerns
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Major life changes and significant life events
"One's dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked but it can never be taken away unless it is surrendered."
Michael J. Fox