Amy Howell
Director and Clinical Mental Health Social Worker
Qualifications and professional memberships:
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Psychology)
- Graduate Diploma of Psychology
- Advanced Certificate in Teaching Meditation and Mindfulness (In progress)
Description about therapeutic approaches:
Amy is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who is passionate about supporting people to develop a sense of self and a meaningful life. Amy strives to work alongside people with a thoughtful and empowering style to help people understand and navigate various challenges. Amy has a particular interest in helping people build self-awareness, manage emotions, and change patterns that developed in childhood.
Amy primarily uses Schema therapy, Eye Movement De-sensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness. She explores the interconnectedness of individuals within their family, community and societal environments and explores how these may impact mental health.
Amy‘s warm, non-judgmental presence creates a safe space for clients to explore their inner worlds. Grounded in person-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based frameworks, she advocates for her clients’ well-being with empathy and compassion. Amy is a good fit for people seeking to do long-term work.
Amy loves reading, adventures with her dog Pepperoni, being in nature and going on camping trips. She also enjoys learning, going to art galleries, taking photos and being creative.
Modalities:
- Amy uses a range of evidence-based psychological interventions, including:
- Schema Therapy
- Eye Movement De-sensitisation Reprocessing (the EMDR)
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Areas:
- Anxiety
- Couples Therapy
- Trauma
- Personality disorders
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Stress management
- Family violence
- Adjustment issues
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Amy Howell |
| Pronouns | She/her |
| Quals | Director and Clinical Mental Health Social Worker |
| Working hours | Brunswick clinic:
Tuesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Wednesday (fortnightly): 1:00pm – 8:00pm Thursdays: 10:00am – 5:00pm Fridays: 9:00am – 12:00pm Telehealth: Mondays: 1:00pm – 5:00pm Wednesdays (fortnightly): 1:00pm – 8:00pm |
| Fees | Individual: $220 (Medicare rebates available. $137.70 out of pocket fee). *Sessions after 5:00pm incur a 10% surcharge. |