Dr Shalya Hirschson is a psychologist who manages her own private practice in Melbourne. She holds a Doctorate (PhD) and a Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology and provides counselling and assessment to children, adolescents and adults. Shalya has worked in schools and universities in South Africa, UK and Australia and some of her areas of special interest include trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, ASD, ADHD and the impact of medical conditions on psychological well-being. Shalya believes that her work empowers people to overcome adversity and live their lives with a sense of confidence, purpose, and hope. She enjoys facilitating training and professional development for teachers, mental health workers, allied health professionals and those working in the field of child development.