Violy Aquinde

CCAA Graduate Member
CCAA No. 401403

Master Of Counselling, Gottman Therapy Levels 1 and 2

I believe every person has the capacity to grow, heal, and self‑actualise when they are given safety, support, and genuine connection. In my counselling work, I sit with clients with deep empathy and a non‑judgmental presence, creating space for them to explore their feelings, experiences, and authentic selves. I do not see people as needing to be “fixed”; instead, I walk alongside them as they make choices that align with who they truly are.

My practice integrates Person‑Centred therapy, Somatic work, Trauma‑Informed care, Polyvagal theory, and Neuroscience, and I draw from additional modalities based on each client’s needs — including spirituality upon request. Coming from an Asian background, I place strong value on cultural diversity. My decade of experience in education and my years in Pastoral Care also support my work with young people and individuals across the lifespan.

I am a lifelong learner who values every therapeutic conversation. I regularly attend professional development workshops to deepen my knowledge and ensure my practice remains aligned with research‑based methods. I also engage in group and individual clinical supervision, as well as personal counselling, which keeps me grounded and human.

My practice is governed by PACFA and the Christian Counsellors Association of Australia (CCAA), and I am a member of the International Association of Applied Neuroscience (IAAN). I am trained in Levels 1 and 2 at The Gottman Institute and am a certified Gottman Leader, enabling me to facilitate seminar‑workshops for couples. I offer counselling in English and Filipino, both in person and via teleconsultation, and I provide flexible options for sessions outside the traditional counselling room.

I look forward to meeting you with outstretched arms — offering presence, compassion, and a safe space for healing.

Details

Location
In Person, Online
Languages
English
Categories
Counsellor
Individual Counselling
Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Crisis, General, Grief, Loss, Trauma, Healthy Boundaries, Life Transitions, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management
Couples/Marriage Counselling
Affairs, Trust Issues, Emotional Crisis, Family Conflict, General
Family Counselling
Adolescents, Children, General, Parenting
Gender
Female Counsellor
PACFA Registration No.
29585