Philosophy & Vision
Mia is a sex therapist, medical doctor and practising artist. She has experience in all areas of health, including sexual health, and obstetrics and gynaecology. Gender and sexuality has always strongly interested her, and her sex therapy practice draws on her previous professional experience, postgraduate qualification in sexology, and her passion for social justice. Mia derives joy from listening to her clients' stories and helping them to find clarity.
Background
Mia is a sex therapist and medical doctor, who is based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. She was a registered nurse before becoming a doctor, and she is a practising artist. Mia also works as a senior lecturer at the School of Medicine, Griffith University on the Sunshine Coast, where she manages problem-based learning and teaches communication skills.
Mia derives joy from working with people, listening to, and learning from their stories, and being of service. She uses an eclectic approach to psychotherapy and counselling, and is guided by what fits for each person she works with. Mia is also comfortable using art therapy as a part of her practice.
Services
Mia sees adolescents and adults for a variety of gender and sexuality-related reasons. She also works with couples who are having issues around sex and/or sexuality.
Sunshine Sex Therapy is a sex-positive and inclusive sex therapy practice. We welcome all people, and work collaboratively with every client, in a manner that best suits their needs.
Quality Provision
Mia recently completed her Master of Medicine (psychosexual therapy). She consistently seeks out continuing professional development in all areas relating to sex therapy and sexual health practice. She will be commencing studies in initiatic art therapy in 2023.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Medicine (psychosexual therapy) - 2022 - University of Sydney
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - 2010 - University of Queensland
- Bachelor of Nursing - 2004 - Queensland University of Technology
Modalities
Art Therapy - Existential - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Psychosexual - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Mia is eclectic in her approach and is guided by the needs of each client. She prioritises open, client-centred and non-judgmental therapy approaches, and she has special interests in narrative therapy, existential therapy and art therapy.
Practice Locations
130 Main Street
Montville QLD 4560
Appointments
Sunshine Sex Therapy is open on:
-Mondays (9am-2pm),
-Wednesdays (9am-5pm)
-Thursdays (10am-6pm)
-Every second Saturday
We are also available for online appointments outside of these times if required.
Fees & Insurance
Please contact Mia to discuss fees.
Contact Mia
Please contact me to make an appointment