Growing You with Wendy Smith

About Wendy

cousellor, family therapist, PSYCHOTHERAPY

Wendy is an accredited member of the Australian Counsellors Association (ACA) and the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and is committed to the development and the growth of her professional skill set.

During her leadership roles, Wendy has unlocked the potential in peoples lives. She approaches her career from a person centered perspective.

Wendy understands the importance of the clinical relationship and the benefits of leaning into individuals strengths. This is the foundation to building a positive rapport thus expanding the capacity to change personal outcomes.

Wendy is a level 2 counsellor who has been practicing for 8 years. She has supported her community by volunteering as a grief, loss and trauma counsellor as well as a mentor to teenagers. Her work extends across various humanitarian projects both domestically and internationally. Her professional contribution has included culturally diverse communities, marginalised and disadvantaged individuals and groups. This underpins her strong sense of advocacy for equality, equity and social justice.

The hallmark to Wendy's 2024 has been to expand her currents skill set to include a Social Work (Honours) degree. Wendy is committed to life long learning and is furthering her studies on the intersection of neurodiversity and mental health.