B. Social Work
Malo e lelei, I am of Tongan descent and I have recently migrated over from New Zealand. I’ve been working as a registered social worker for many years & I have experience in the child protection and youth justice space where I predominantly worked with teenagers in navigating their path & supporting parents support their teens. I volunteered for many years in the community & it has allowed me to meet people from all walks of life and backgrounds.
Pelenaise is completing her Mental Health Accreditation Program with Vision and M1 Psychology. This means that in future years, Pelenaise will work under Medicare, but the program is extensive in Australia and is 3,300+ hours long. During this time Pelenaise will be supervised by an experienced Social Worker and Psychologist in our practice. Mental Health Accredited Social Workers train alongside psychologists learning therapies such as DBT, CBT, IPT and other Medicare approved therapies. Pelanaise is unable to provide a Medicare rebate as of now but her fees are reduced while she completes her program with us. This means you don’t need a referral from the GP to book with her.
To make an appointment choose Online Booking. Alternatively, you can call Vision Psychology Wishart on (07) 3088 5422 or M1 Psychology Loganholme on (07) 3067 9129.
Child, Youth & family Wellbeing
Working with children & youth from the ages of 5 to 18+ years has enabled me to ensure that children and families I work with feel supported, safe and valued. Working one on one with children & youth is what I enjoy doing and being able to draw out strengths of each individual. I have experience in:
- Home Visits to Families/Children with ADHD & Autism
- Safety Planning in the Home
- Youth disengaged in Education
- Life skills for Youth
- Getting Work Ready & Life Goals
- Grief & Loss
- Stress of Life and Education
- Child Protection & Youth Justice
- School Visits
- Bullying
- Relationships & Youth
- Prison Ministry
- Domestic Violence
- Working with Diverse Communities
Parenting:
I understand that every family is different and there is no ‘one size’ fits all guide. Relations with your children can be hard especially as they get older. Home visits allow me to work with parents in their environment as things can get hectic with trying to make appointments. I have experience in;
- Parent & Teen Relationship Breakdown
- Safe Parenting
- Safety Planning
- Providing Safe Homes for Children
- Home Visits
Therapies:
- Interpersonal behavioural therapy (IPT) – Working to improve social support, develop communication skills and relationships
- Person-Centred therapy
In my down time I love hanging out with my family & friends, reading, listening to music and playing games. People say I am friendly, caring, supportive and easy going. I will provide an environment where you will feel safe, valued & supported. I will journey with you as you navigate life and achieve the goals you set out to achieve. Pelenaise is keen to provide support for your family through difficult times.
To make an appointment with Pelenaise, choose Online Booking. Alternatively, you can call Vision Psychology Wishart on (07) 3088 5422 or M1 Psychology Loganholme on (07) 3067 9129.