Phoebe Kearey

About

I created Quirky Quolls as a safe space that affirms diversity in all its forms; where people are empowered to make life changes according to their own values; where they can embrace their strengths and be supported to make choices about how to live in the world.

My approach draws upon my education and experience in psychology, counselling and health promotion. I use an eclectic blend of evidence-based techniques within a person-centred framework, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), narrative and solution-focused therapies, and motivational interviewing.

I also bring more than 25 years of professional experience in public policy and medical research around chronic health conditions. More recently, I have provided face-to-face, phone and Web-based support to hundreds of autistic people and their families.

What a first session looks like

• General introductions and chat to help you settle in.
• Identify an issue that you would like to work on during the session.
• Identify priorities and choose a goal to work on.
• Work through a goal-planning sheet.
• Brief safety / risk assessment.

• Explore your current situation and life context.
• Explore your values.
• Explore sources of support.
• Explore barriers.

• Identify strategies to trial.
• Plan the next step.

In Phoebe's own words.

Works with

Approach

• Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
• Coaching

Qualifications

Master Health Science (Health Promotion), Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Diploma of Counselling