maya floyd, psychologist & psychotherapist
Maya has over 19 years experience in counselling and psychology in non-government organisations and private practice, providing services to adolescents, adults, and families.
Her unique blend of existentially oriented approach and background in psychology allow clients to experience counselling that is deeply personal to their concerns, supportive of their values, and begins with the client's experience and understanding of the problem.
With existential philosophy underpinning her thinking, issues are approached from a feminist framework, as well as a social and political realities prioritising justice, equality, diversity, and inclusivity.
For anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, confusion, guilt, shame, feeling numb or disconnected in relationships, facing a major life change or upset, or struggling with addiction or legacy of trauma, counselling may be right for you at this time.
Maya is a qualified psychotherapist and a fully registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PSY0001355230).
Good Therapy Australia profile
Being a fully registered Psychologist means:
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strict criteria for academic qualifications
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regular clinical and peer supervision
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required ongoing professional development
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adhering to a code of ethics and professional conduct
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membership with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Maya holds training qualifications and expertise in the following:
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existential/humanistic therapy practice specialisation
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advanced ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy)
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time-limited therapy
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parenting ethics framework
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trauma and attachment
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mindfulness
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focusing
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creative therapeutic approaches
Integrative approach drawing from modalities such as:
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experiential
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interpersonal
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motivational interviewing
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narrative
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person centred
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process oriented
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psychodynamic
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sensorimotor psychotherapy
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strengths-based
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systems theory
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trauma-informed