Explore Psychotherapy
A professional and relational approach to healing
Psychotherapy, often referred to simply as "therapy," is a professional discipline and mental health treatment approach designed to address the diverse challenges people encounter in life.
Understanding Psychotherapy
Rooted in the Greek words "psyche" meaning "breath, spirit, soul," and "therapeia" meaning "healing, treatment," psychotherapy encompasses a holistic response to mental health care.
Licensed therapists integrate insights from various fields like neuroscience, psychology, sociology, counselling and philosophy to provide personalised treatment informed by scientific research and multidisciplinary knowledge. At Joy Therapy, Phillipa brings expertise in navigating psychological, emotional, relational, and social issues, fostering collaborative relationships that support growth and transformation.
“The ability to ask beautiful questions – often in very un-beautiful moments – is one of the great disciplines of a human life. And a beautiful question starts to shape your identity as much by asking it as it does by having it answered”
Support for Your Journey
Joy Therapy offers an integrated suite of evidence-informed psychotherapy modalities tailored to accompany individuals on their inner and outer journeys.
With a deep appreciation for the profound impacts of developmental and relational challenges, our therapy sessions focus on creating conditions of relational safety, asking helpful questions, offering relevant information, and nurturing your own embodied wisdom.
Through narrative practices, you can re-author your stories and over time healing, growth, and new perspectives emerge. Our therapist brings over seven years of formal tertiary education and nearly two decades of professional experience to accompany you towards your hopes for life and greater well-being. The name ‘Joy Therapy’ comes from Phillipa’s last name and her intention to cultivate what is good and joyous through and from her practice.