Ocean Blue Social Work and Counselling

Mission

Tara delivers compassionate, person-centred therapy that empowers individuals to attain emotional wellbeing and personal growth. She is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and non- judgmental environment where people can explore their thoughts and emotions, build resilience, and lead meaningful lives. Using evidence-based practices and grounded in empathy, respect, and integrity, she is dedicated to guiding people on their path to recovery and self-discovery. Her goal is to foster positive change, enhance mental health, and promote a sense of empowerment and fulfillment in everyone.

About Tara

Tara delivers compassionate, person-centred therapy that empowers individuals to enhance their emotional well-being, build resilience, and pursue personal growth. She is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel respected and understood, and where they can explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Her practice is grounded in empathy, integrity, and evidence-based approaches, with the goal of fostering meaningful change and a sense of empowerment in every person she supports.

Her therapeutic style is tailored to each individual’s needs, drawing on modalities such as Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and motivational interviewing. Tara believes that connection, trust, and transparency are at the forefront of effective counselling, and she values the capacity for growth and change that exists within everyone. Her approach has been shaped not only by her years of professional experience in community mental health, but also by her own lived experience, which informs her compassionate and practical framework.

Tara is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master of Social Work (2018) and a Bachelor of Social Science (Counselling) from the University of the Sunshine Coast. She works with individuals aged 12 and above, supporting them to navigate life’s challenges with skill and confidence. In addition to client work, she is dedicated to ongoing professional development and staying current with the latest research and best practices, ensuring her work continues to reflect the highest standards of the social work profession.

Acknowledgement

Ocean Blue Social Work and Counselling respects and honours Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present, and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions, and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land and commit to building a brighter future together.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or intersex status. We value diversity and strive to ensure that all members of the LGBTIQ+ community feel welcome, respected, and supported.