Monica Raven, Director

BSocSc, GradDip App Psych, MAPS

I am a Registered Psychologist with ten years experience in counselling from a person-centred perspective. My pronouns are she/her and I’ve worked with both adults and young people (12-25yo), and have extensive experience in counselling with youth. After beginning in school counselling I spent about 6 years working with young people at Headspace, and had begun to build a reputation as being a diversity positive Psychologist in Canberra before coming to Sydney and Imanadari Counselling in 2017. I’ve worked with a wide range of ages and issues in my private practice and during my years working in university counselling services with students and staff. I'm also a Mental Health First Aid trainer, and I believe strongly in raising awareness and reducing stigma around mental health issues. 

My passion is helping young people and adults to identify what would enrich their lives, and to focus on what they want to work on. I’m flexible and creative in my approach, and while I work primarily from an evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy grounding, I have found it helpful to incorporate other intervention styles such as ACT and mindfulness strategies, and to work with the person to bring out their unique strengths and coping tools. While most appointments are a standard hour, I welcome 90 minute bookings for those who might prefer to spend more time on the day.

I am knowledgeable about gender diversity and aware of trans and non binary issues. I am polyamory, kink and sex worker knowledgeable as defined by the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.

Monica is available for appointments:

Wednesdays: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursdays: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fridays: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Email: monica@imanadari.com

Janet Doubleday, Director

BPsych Hons, MPsych Clin, MAPS, Board-Approved Supervisor

I am a Clinical Psychologist, trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and also have experience working with Narrative Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. My pronouns are she/her.

I believe that all people have the right to feel safe, heard and respected. As such, I find it extremely important to work in a person-centred framework, with the understanding that people are the best experts about their own lives. My aim is to help people develop goals and work together to help them achieve the very best outcome, no matter what area of life the goal relates to.

I have experience supporting people of diverse gender, sexual, and cultural backgrounds and am poly, LGBTIQA+, and kink-knowledgeable (as defined by the NCSF kink awareness definitions). 

Janet is available for appointments:

Tuesdays: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Wednesdays: 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Email: janet@imanadari.com

Sunali Lewis 

MPsych(Clin), MBMSc, MCom, GradDipCA, BScPsych(Hons), EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner, AMACPA

I’m a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with a range of ages and settings including conducting psychiatric inpatient groups, facilitating mindfulness and social anxiety programs for adolescents and adults, and facilitating a Hearing Voices group based on the program by Debra Lampshire. I have worked with addiction and mood disorders in an inpatient setting and with adolescents and young people at Headspace.

I am passionate about making a difference to people’s lives, and I try to understand each person’s unique situation and collaboratively identify a suitable approach to therapy, which may involve learning new skills and strategies or working through and processing stuck areas, triggers, and past trauma. I aim to foster a non judgmental safe space in which people can explore their own values and make meaning of their lives.

I use evidence based practice tailored to suit individual needs, utilising techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy. For PTSD and trauma processing I can use EMDR, imagery rescripting, or Cognitive Processing Therapy as appropriate. I am LGBTQI+ and sex worker friendly.

Sunali is available for appointments in Sydney:

Mondays: 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm

Simon Wegman

BPsych(Hons), MClin Psych, MAPS

I am a clinical psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. My pronouns are he/him. I enjoy supporting people with diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, and cultural backgrounds, and am poly, kink and sex worker positive. I have lived experience of ADHD and love working with neurodiverse individuals of all kinds. I am able to provide assessments and diagnosis for ADHD and autism. I’m passionate about helping people to overcome their challenges and work towards their own goals.

I primarily work from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) framework, while incorporating aspects of other modalities, such as Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am also able to provide EMDR therapy. I am experienced in working with a range of presentations including anxiety, phobias, depression, stress, sleep problems, grief and loss, anger issues, ADHD, autism, oppositional behaviour, interpersonal difficulties, low self-esteem and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Simon is available for appointments in Sydney and via videoconference or phone appointments Australia-wide:

Thursdays: 11:30 am - 7:30 pm
Fridays: 11:30 am - 6:30 pm

If you would like to book an appointment with Simon, please contact reception at reception@imanadari.com

Jonny Chan

BPsych(Hons), MPsych(Clinical), AMACPA, Board-Approved Supervisor

I’m a Clinical Psychologist experienced in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy which is informed by a schema and DBT approach. My pronouns are he/him.

I have worked in Asia as well as Australia and understand the impact that cultural barriers can have on seeking mental health support. I believe strongly in creating an inclusive, open space in which clients can voice their thoughts and concerns without fear of judgement.

I value gender diversity and am LGBTQIA+, poly, kink and sex work friendly. I believe that therapy should avoid the dichotomy of social compliance or transgression but rather help individuals explore their thoughts and behaviours without guilt.

I have experience working with all ages. I have worked with people with mood/anxiety concerns, psychosis and clients with a variety of neurodiverse profiles. I have facilitated DBT groups at an out-patient service for NSW Health as well as social groups for young people in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Relationship Counselling:  I use Gottman-informed, research-based techniques to help relationships improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen emotional connections. As a clinical psychologist, I am neurodiverse, kink, and poly-friendly. I am experienced in utilising various therapeutic techniques and approaches to support clients with diverse goals in a non-judgmental manner. My relationship sessions are divided into four parts: couple assessment, individual sessions, feedback, and treatment.

Jonny is available for appointments in Sydney:

Fridays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturdays: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

If you would like to book an appointment with Jonny, please contact reception at reception@imanadari.com

Damien Hall

Admin/Reception

Hi I’m Damien!

I am available to answer questions and help with the booking process. By supporting you and our team of practitioners, I hope your experience will be welcoming.
My pronouns are He/Him.

Damien is contactable via the reception email.

Email: reception@imanadari.com