Amanda (she/her) is a qualified art therapist, futurist and educator based in Naarm, Melbourne, At the heart of her practice is sensing different patterns that shape our experience, and exploring how we might create new patterns that better serve us.
She runs The Understory Art Therapy, where she offers individual art therapy, group sessions, and coordinates monthly gatherings for art therapists to connect with their community. Amanda does her best work with high-achieving women who are breaking free of the burnout cycle.
Amanda is an Academic Sessional at the MIECAT Institute, supporting students to develop the skills to become present and attuned art therapists. She has written curriculum and taught leadership subjects with Monash Business School, tutored students learning to envision futures worth wanting with the University of Technology Sydney. and delivered change and leadership programs with the Australian Public Service Commission.
