Dure Najaf

am an Australian Clinical Psychologist who has a passion in working with adolescents (14 years onwards) and adults who often find themselves in patterns of behavior/ thoughts that aren’t helpful. I support people who feel stuck to explore their hidden and deeper tendencies and uncover ways to truly break free of what holds them back. For this I draw on a range of modalities such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, EMDR, CBT, ACT, and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy). My work often weaves through themes of shame, self-compassion, inner child healing, and transference. At times, therapy may take a more structured, skills-based approach when that feels most helpful. The heart of my practice lies in finding the right balance for each person, supporting you to uncover your strengths, nurture compassion, and build resilience. My specific areas of interest is trauma (in all shapes and forms), eating disorders, addiction, and working with people that have a strong sense of “something's not right” and open to exploring all possibilities. Over the years, I have also facilitated group therapy for individuals navigating mood difficulties, young adults facing suicidal ideation or risk, parents needing behavior management support, and children with ADHD. My work is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and outcome-driven, with an emphasis on safety, trust, and a strong therapeutic alliance.