Monique Alafaci

Monique (She/Her) is a psychologist with over 6 years’ experience working with children and adolescents. Monique has most recently worked with adults and young people in a private practice setting.

Monique has a gentle and calm demeanour and feels that each client’s needs are unique, therefore she approaches each engagement with fresh eyes. She believes that open communication aids in the development of the finest possible client-therapist relationships.

Monique draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness-based approaches, emotional regulation therapy and behavioural interventions.

 Monique volunteers and serves as the President of the Make-a-Wish Western Melbourne branch, granting wishes for children with critical illnesses. She likes to spend time with her family and friends and go to athletic events.