“Traveler, there are no paths.
Paths are made by walking.”
– Australian Aboriginal Proverb
I was born in northern Mexico, but 19 years ago my journey took me to the beautiful lands of Australia's Boonwurrung people. Growing up in Mexico provided a wonderful environment that allowed me to explore many forms of holistic health and spiritual practice, art, yoga, meditation, dance etc. My interest in human development guided me through further studies in clinical psychology and dedicated myself to understanding the mind for many years afterwards.
In 2018, I embarked into a new therapeutic journey in Somatic Experiencing. Through this process, it became evident the levels of tension that were stored up in my nervous system.
About Blanca (she/her)
Initially, I felt like my mind was in the way of understanding and connecting with my body. As time passed however, things started to come into place: I gained insight and agency over both myself physically and emotionally - a journey that left me feeling open yet strong.
I started to connect strongly with the teachings of my ancestors, understanding that our bodies can take a cue from the natural order, reminding us that winter's darkness is balanced by renewed life and energy in spring.
Slowly and mindfully I engaged in connecting with my internal cycles, embracing the restful support during challenging times with confidence - knowing my nervous system will find balance and regulation.
With over 23 years of practice in the field of psychology and a life long experience in holistic wellbeing, I'm proud to offer an inclusive approach to healing that combines traditional talk therapy with a body-centric view as well as insights into neurological trauma.
My mission is simple: Help clients on their journey through life's ups and downs so they can become their best selves - no matter what age. As we get older our experiences make us richer; why not use them instead of letting them weigh us down? So let me be part your story; together, we can create positive change for this generation and generations ahead.
Training & Qualifications
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Somatic Experiencing Practitioner - Somatic Experiencing International
Graduate Certificate – Business Management (Organisational Leadership) Swinburne University.
Graduate Diploma - Male Family Violence Group Facilitation Swinburne University.
Bachelor Degree and Masters in Clinical Psychology Faculty of Psychology - Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
NATIONAL ACCREDITATIONS
Clinical Drug Assessments – DHS Accredited.
Alcohol and Other Drugs – MQS Competency Recognition.
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Member PACFA Reg.Registered Clinical
Member of the Australian Counselling Association - Level 4 (ACA).
Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society Ltd. (APS)
Member of the College of Clinical Psychologists of Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
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Clinical Coordinator -Melbourne Counselling Service Crossroads
Clinical Project coordinator and translator / University Albert Einstein Mexico -Mindfulness Program in partnership with Monash University
Senior Clinician - Police and Community Triage / Monash Health & Victoria Police
MBCP Group Facilitator and Supervisor- STAR Health - Community Health Services
Clinical Team Leader Forensic AOD and FV Services - Plenty Valley Community Health
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Certificate of Training:
Female Health Yoga Teacher Training 25 hours (Yoga Medicine – 2024 to current)
Graduate Certificate Yoga Therapy 690hrs (Yoga Therapy Institute – 2020)
Advanced Yin Training for Emotional Resilience (YOGA YOGA, Austin Tx. USA – 2018)
Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak performance (Monash University – 2017)
Yoga Teacher Training 350hrs –Yoga Australia & Yoga Alliance Registered YTT Course (Australian Yoga Academy 2012)