About

Davi is a registered Psychologist and a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPi). Through his research background, Davi values the importance of evidence-based practice and ongoing training. Davi has experience as a Post-doctoral research associate with a focus on the social determinants of psychological wellbeing. Davi holds a doctorate degree from the University of Adelaide and you can find his extensive list of published articles and book chapters here.

Through his clinical experience, Davi values the use of evidence-based approaches for each individual’s unique traits and needs. By adopting a person-centred approach, Davi understands each person as the expert on their own difficulties and potential for change. At the same time, he thrives in supporting others to overcome past and present challenges and build meaningful and fulfilling lives. Davi values developing a therapeutic relationship based on warmth, kindness, and an occasional pinch of humour.

Davi has experience in working with a wide range of client presentations, including Depression and other mood disorders, Anxiety related conditions, Emotion Regulation difficulties, Personality vulnerabilities / challenges, Trauma, Complex Trauma, stress- related disorders, grief, anger management, life transitions, as well as interpersonal / relationship challenges, and navigating bullying and harassment. He also has a special interest in helping individuals who survive / surviving narcissistic abuse.

Davi aims at creating a safe space where clients can discuss their difficulties whilst feeling treated with empathy, compassion, and genuine understanding.

Being born in Brazil, Davi is skilled at delivering therapy sessions in both English and Portuguese. Davi extends his welcome to all members of the LGBTQIA+ community and those who identify with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Therapeutic Approaches

Davi uses interventions from a range of therapeutic modalities, including

• Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

• Schema Therapy

• Prolonged Exposure Therapy

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) - training in progress.