Wellbeing Services
Meet our Asuria Wellbeing Team
The Asuria Allied Health Team (Wellbeing Services) is delivered by qualified and highly experienced psychologists, social workers, and counsellors, who are passionate about transforming clients’ lives. Our team understands the positive impact employment has on wellbeing and offers a solution-focused approach to assist our clients to develop the knowledge and skills to enhance their health and wellbeing.
Nikita Verghese
Registered Clinical Counsellor (ACA and PACFA)
Nikita Verghese is a Bilingual Registered Counsellor with Australian Counselling Association and The Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia...
Nikita completed her Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced) and a Masters Degree in Counselling. Nikita has expeirence working with children and young adults. Nikita has a passion providing support for people who struggle to reach out or for those who do not have access to support. Nikita practices the person-centred approach. Nikita believes that empathy and building rapport is fundamentally important. “Empathy in a relationship is possibly the most potent and certainly one of the most potent factors in bringing about change and learning” (Carl Rogers). Nikita believes that her client is in charge of their life, and that there is a great power when someone feels heard. Nikita uses a range of therapuetic approaches such as motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-focused Therapy and Mindfulness.
Nikita has particular interest in working with clients who present with:
- stress
- anxiety
- depression
- mood disorders
- loss and grief
- Self-esteem and Confidence
Nikki has been working with Asuria since Aug 2022.
Kasey Hathaway
Behavioural Therapist (AAPi)
Kasey is a behavioural therapist with qualifications in Behavioural Science, postgraduate Psychology and vocational education...
Kasey has her registration with The Australian Association of Psychologists Inc. Kasey has extensive experience supporting people across the life span by employing a holistic biopsychosocial approach to address barriers with practical strategies. Kasey practices in a person centered, trauma sensitive and disability informed way. Kasey has a particualr interst in expressive therapeutic approaches such as narrative and art therapies. Kasey is passionate about diversity & inclusion supporting people to find their voice, speak up and develop confidence to accept themselves just as they are.
Kasey has a particular interest in working with client presentations relating to:
- depression / anxiety / stress
- behavioural issues
- Emotional regulation
- Neurodivergence – ADHD, Autism
- Disabilities
- Loss and Grief
- LGBTIQA+
- Vocational guidance - education
Kasey has been working with Asuria as a wellbeing specialist since September 2022.
Gail Russell
Registered Counsellor (ACA)
Gail holds a Degree in Applied Social Science (Counselling). She holds registration as a qualified Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)...
Gail has a deep understanding that participating in counselling and connecting can be difficult, knowing that caring support is available when you attend can assist you in opening your mind to the idea of increased emotional health and wholeness. Gail enjoys providing holistic treatment to support both the mind and body. Gail believes that her client is in charge of their life, and has a passion for providing support to people who struggle to reach out and for those who do not have access to support. Gail provides a compassionate and empathetic space, where you feel heard, respected and valued. Gail is committed to providing a high quality counselling service to support you with whatever challenges you are experiencing.
Gail draws from a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solutions Focussed, Mindfulness, Narrative and Art Therapy.
Gail has a particular interest in working with client presentations relating to:
- stress / anxiety / depression
- addictions
- social anxiety
- OCD & OCPD
- vocational guidance
Gail has been working with Asuria since 2022.
Cooper Darren Leek
Registered Counsellor (ACA)
Cooper attains a degree in a Bachelor of Psychological Science, and a Graduate Diploma in Counselling. He holds registration with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and is a qualified counsellor...
Cooper is approaching the completion of his first year as professional within the counselling field and has gained experience in counselling and psychological assessment and treatment, specifically working with adults. Cooper specialises in therapeutic approaches that include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), solution focused therapy (SFT), and motivational interviewing.
Cooper practices from a person-centred approach, which emphasises the importance of creating and maintaining the therapeutic relationship. Cooper believes that “people have the ability to thrive in life when they are supported, understood, and accepted by others, and within appropriate conditions, they can continue to assemble the necessary skills that allow for them understand their behaviour, and create positive change”.
Cooper has a keen interest in client presentations such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Anger management
- Addictions
- PTSD
- Grief and loss
- Stress
- Cognitive assessments
Cooper started working with Asuria during November of 2023, and is a proud member of Asuria’s Allied Health team
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