Thaisa Costa

Thaisa (Thai) is a registered psychologist and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the Pontifical University of Sao Paulo, Brazil(PUC-SP) with international academic experience at the University of Porto, Portugal. She is also a member of theAustralian Association of Psychologists Inc (MAAPi) and Australian Psychological Association (MAPS).

Thai has experience in supporting children and pre-adolescents with:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Attention deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Anxiety disorders
• Depressive disorders
• Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders
• Attachment issues
• Grief and loss

Thai uses a range of techniques, approaches and programs including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Psychodynamic psychotherapy
• Attachment therapy
• Social skills programs
• Emotion coaching
• Mindfulness

Thai is also skilled at administering psychometric assessments focused on adult victims of Dosmetic Violence.

She prioritises the creation of a strong client/therapist alliance, building and safeguarding a non-judgmental environment, fostering the client’s sense of empowerment and autonomy.

Thai’s approach also embraces working with parents/caregivers as well as allied-health professionals involved in the child’s care and development (when appropriate). She enjoys working with parents/caregivers side-by-side, further reinforcing the relationship and alliance built with her clients, enabling their involvement in the design and implementation of joint strategies. This enables a holistic evaluation of a strategy’s effectiveness, and when necessary, working to further preserve a non-judgemental environment.

Sessions are available in English and Portuguese.