Create Therapy
Psychotherapist (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (02) 5657 2415
My experience so far has been with youth & adults, often neurodivergent or living with complex mental health challenges, seeking self-understanding. They struggle with intense emotions, self-criticism, and complex relationships, often stemming from trauma or deep-seated fears of isolation. They need a safe, affirming, and trauma-informed space to explore these issues, learn emotional regulation, and set healthy boundaries. Their goal is to build self-worth, find authentic connection, increase independence, and ultimately live a more peaceful, confident, and self-directed life.
I offer neuroaffirming, trauma-informed art therapy & counselling. I help clients explore emotions, build self-worth, navigate relationships, and gain independence through creative, client-led, and accessible support.
It takes courage to seek support. If you're navigating complex emotions, neurodivergence, or trauma, and want a safe, affirming space to explore and grow, I'm here. Reach out when you're ready to start your journey.
Call or Email Create Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 5657 2415
Let's Connect (02) 5657 2415
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $155
- Couple Sessions $200
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- NDIS
Create Therapy
Psychotherapist
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you Email
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association Lalena Shields-Patterson
- In Practice for 4 years
- Art psychotherapy, BA, Graduated 2022
- Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Certified Practising Member
Psychotherapist: Lalena Shields-Patterson
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Create Therapy
Psychotherapist
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5657 2415
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Trauma and PTSD
- Neurodiversity
- Depression & anxiety
Practice Areas
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Guidance
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Experiential Therapy
- Expressive Arts
- Feminist
- Hypnotherapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Person-Centred
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Transactional Analysis
- Trauma Focused
Create Therapy
Psychotherapist
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (02) 5657 2415
Location
Additional Location
Casino, NSW 2470
(02) 5657 2415