INDIVIDUALISED SUPPORT
Maria holds a current NDIS Worker screening check and is a Registered NDIS Provider of Therapeutic Supports. Maria offers individual sessions for your health and wellbeing.
This includes assistance in developing and applying your skills to improve participation and independence in daily, practical activities, such as communication, interpersonal interactions, and community living.
Maria also provides community engagement supports to empower you to feel more social and connected in your community as well as supporting you in your decision-making to achieve your goals.
Most supports are delivered 1:1 but there is also an option to offer small group support for individuals that have already received 1:1 support and can be matched with people who have similar interests. This process is carefully undertaken so that all participants can enjoy and benefit from taking part in group work. The benefit of this is the opportunity for participants to meet peers, create networks, practice social skills and share experiences in a supported environment.
MARIA’S APPROACH
Maria is a qualified social worker and allied health professional who will work with you to understand your goals and aspirations.
Maria works from a trauma informed, LGBTIQ+ inclusive and cultural safety perspective. This underpins her approach where all folks are welcome, seen and heard. Her experience of working in the alcohol and drug sector for 11 years has also given her knowledge on on how to support people who are dealing with alcohol and/or drug use issues.
Her focus is on listening and supporting your needs and developing your strengths to live your best life. This could look like supporting you to build your skills around advocating for yourself, as well as making decisions around your health and wellbeing and supporting you to build social connections and participation that works for you.
The therapeutic supports that Maria provides are based on ACT principles, (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and solution focused therapy. Maria also works with nature based therapy and mindfulness approaches to support your wellbeing.
Maria works in an outreach capacity around the Hobart/Nipaluna area, including the Channel, Eastern shore and Northern suburbs, and can also provide telehealth services where required.
BILLING
The social work services Maria provides are billed privately OR though the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), for people who are self, NDIA or plan managed.
The NDIS fees are charged in line with the NDIS price guide under Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living (Social Worker).
The line item specifically for Social Work is:
15_621_0128_1_3 Assessment Recommendation, Therapy or Training – Social Worker
QUESTIONS?
Maria is available for a free 15-minute telehealth conversation so you can learn more about her approach and decide if her services are the right fit for your needs. Send Maria an email to book a session.