Qualifications
Zebunnissa is the Principal Psychologist at Lifestyle Psychology. Zebunnissa has been working in the area of mental health for over 15 years in Sydney, South Coast and Canberra. This has consisted of working with Rehabilitation Providers, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Workers Compensation, Community Mental Health projects and private practice.
Zebunnissa has completed her degree in Psychology from the University of Sydney. This was followed through with completing a Diploma in Applied Psychology. She then continued to develop her counselling skills and became a Registered Psychologist with the Australian College of Applied Psychology.
She is registered with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority).
She is also an approved Medicare provider and works with DVA (Department of Veteran Affairs).
Therapeutic Approach
Zebunnissa uses a range of evidence based therapies and draws on her experience to tailor an approach that meets the needs of her client. Some of the therapies used include:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution Focused Therapy
At your first appointment, Zebunnissa will work with you to set goals for therapy. The best therapy framework will be selected to ensure you feel comfortable with the direction.
Community Work
Zebunnissa is an active member of the community and a committee member of This Is My Brave Australia (TIMBA) which has been operating for over 5 years in Australia. TIMBA, a registered charity with Australian Charities and Non-For Profits Commission. TIMBA promotes the awareness of mental health in Australia with the mission to end the stigma around mental health. This Is My Brave involves working with people from the community and organising live shows that are presented to audiences in Australia and world wide.
Find out more: www.thisismybraveaustralia.com
Zebunnissa has been on several media platforms where she provides advice on mental health to the community. Most recently she presented a podcast on COVID19 and Facebook live sessions with My Gungahlin.
Presentation & Seminars
Zebunnissa is often invited to present mental health related topics to groups and organisations in Canberra and Sydney. Venues have included at the National Library of Australia, National Museum of Australia, Defence Forces and other venues. For any enquiries in relation to mental health workshops, presentation or training please email Lifestyle Psychology.
