Mrs Irene Valis
Psychotherapist, Gestalt Therapist
Irene Valis
Penshurst, Sydney NSW 2222
In Person + Online Therapy
Philosophy & Vision
Welcome. My heartfelt mission is to hold a safe, sacred space for women to feel heard, healed and whole. Through my own growth and transformation, I have unearthed that the healing process is an upward spiral, akin to the natural cycle of the seasons. Using mindbody principles of Gestalt Therapy and Polyvagal Theory, I offer a safe, personalised and effective approach to healing past traumas, emotions and narratives that may be impeding and impacting your life in the present. Together we work towards awareness and choice that results in sustainable change and a feeling of coming home to yourself.
Background
I am committed to working with you through ups and downs; exploring with you any opportunities and challenges; and walking with you on a path towards awareness, change and empowerment.
I have practised Gestalt Therapy for over 5 years, and am training in Emotional and Somatic processing.
Prior to that, I managed various events, programs and projects within Government agencies and NFPs within the health sector, that aimed to improve the quality of life for more vulnerable members of our community including seniors, people with disability and youth.
My anxiety made me an excellent events manager, and the event management perpetuated my anxiety. It was not until I chose to meet and heal my pain that I could then turn it into real purpose.
Services
Therapy sessions for women are by appointment:
In person at Penshurst & Mortdale (St George area of Sydney) and online via Google Meet.
Quality Provision
I am a provisional member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and I uphold the code of ethics and practices set out by PACFA.
I am involved in regular clinical supervision and I continue my own personal and professional development as I believe sustaining authentic connection with self and others is vital for a full and satisfying human existence.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Advanced Clinical Training in Gestalt Therapy - 2019-2021 - The Relational Institute Australia (TRIA)
- Bachelor of Marketing & International Business - 2002-2004 - Western Sydney University
Modalities
Attachment Theory - Buddhist Psychotherapy - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Emotional Release - Existential - Experiential - Gestalt - Holistic - Inner Child - Internal Family Systems - Interpersonal - Jungian - Meditation - Mindfulness - Neuroscience - Person Centred - Somatic Psychotherapy - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I offer a trauma-informed, body-oriented and relational approach to therapy. Gestalt is a safe, gentle, integrated modality that supports you to express yourself fully and cultivate growth and change.
Together we will explore how you relate to yourself, to others, and to your environment. Through this active and authentic way of relating, we come to understand who you are and what and how you feel, do, think and move in the here and now (experience) - rather than what was, might be, could be, or should be (story).
This newfound awareness presents you with choice in how you respond to life and with that choice becomes change as you reintegrate wounded parts of self and restore a sense of authenticity and wholeness.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
Body Wisdom (level 2)
2C Penshurst Street
Penshurst NSW 2222
All clinics are easily accessible by public transport and close to amenities with ample parking.
Appointments
Sessions in person or online, by appointment only.
FREE Initial 15 minute phone consult.
Penshurst - Wednesdays - Friday
Online - Wednesday to Friday
Fees & Insurance
Initial Consult $195 (clinic/online)
Ongoing sessions $175 (clinic/online)
Payment Options
Via direct debit or credit in advance of session.
Contact Irene
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult