Her story
Understanding a person deeply is the first step to helping them.
Early in her teaching career, Shivani spent three years as a refugee class teacher in the heart of South-Western Sydney, working with children whose families had fled war, many of whom had had little or no schooling.
Walking alongside those children, and seeing what trauma and displacement asked of them, changed the course of her career. It was during those years that she began studying psychology, driven by a simple conviction: that understanding a person deeply is the first step to helping them. Nearly two decades on, that same belief shapes every assessment she writes.
Experience and credentials
Nearly two decades with children and families.
Shivani is a registered psychologist and a Board-approved Supervisor, and a Panel Family Consultant with the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. She has particular depth in autism across all ages and presentations, learning disorders, and supporting families through schools and the NDIS.
Primary teacher
Including three years as a refugee class teacher in South-Western Sydney.
School counsellor & psychologist
NSW Department of Education, Kindergarten to Year 12.
Private practice
Assessments and therapy alongside paediatricians. Panel Family Consultant, FCFCOA.
Qualifications
- Postgraduate Diploma of PsychologyUniversity of Wollongong (2016)
- Graduate Diploma of PsychologyCharles Sturt University (2014)
- Master of Teaching (Primary)Western Sydney University (2008)
- Bachelor of Business ManagementWestern Sydney University (2004)
- Registered Psychologist, AHPRA PSY0002189830Board-approved Supervisor
Professional registrations & affiliations
What clients gain
From questions to clarity, one clear step at a time.
Your first appointment is a conversation about your concerns and goals, and whether an assessment is needed at all.
Start the conversation- 01 · Enquire
Tell us what you are noticing
Call or send an enquiry. We will contact you by phone or email to talk through available options.
- 02 · Understand
Clarity & understanding
See your challenges clearly and know what support is available, with next steps that fit you.
- 03 · Assess
Confidence in decisions
Evidence-based reports you can trust for legal, school or NDIS matters, aligned with the requirements of each.
- 04 · Support
Practical guidance
Clear, actionable recommendations for daily life, with neuro-affirming therapy where it helps.