the manifesto

About me

My name is Kareena. I am a PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia) clinically registered counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor. The Manifesto is my private practice and was born out of my desire to help people make sense of, connect and be present in their own lives.

I offer both online and in-person sessions from my practice based in Bondi Junction, NSW.

I worked as a professional circus performer before transitioning into counselling, a path I began following the birth of my two children. I have a deep understanding of the multiple roles we play and the need for reinvention and reflection throughout our lives.

I hold a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy from Western Sydney University and a Bachelor of Counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology. I continue to engage in ongoing professional development and regular clinical supervision to support ethical and effective practice. I live and work on Eora Country.

I respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and future. I acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land. Sovereignty has never been ceded.

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There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. – Anais Nin

Counselling

I provide emotional support through counselling for individuals navigating life’s challenges, including grief, anxiety, addiction, and depression. I have a particular focus in supporting those in the entertainment industry, including actors, dancers, circus artists, writers, producers, and crew.

My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space where you can explore your life, gain clarity on what truly matters to you, and feel more in tune with yourself and the world around you. Counselling is a collaborative process, where you are an active participant at every stage. Sessions can be short or long-term, depending on your needs. As a humanistic counsellor, my approach integrates person-centred, trauma-informed, and psychodynamic therapy. At the heart of my work is a deep belief in the healing power of being truly heard and having your experience acknowledged, validated and honoured.

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To describe it, is to change it. – Ernesto Spinelli

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a deep exploration of the self, offering the opportunity for meaningful change. It often involves reflecting on past experiences to uncover unresolved pain or patterns that may be shaping your present. Together, we reflect on how your experiences have shaped you and explore ways to move forward with more clarity, intention, and connection to the present. By bringing unconscious thought patterns into awareness, psychotherapy empowers you to make conscious choices, about how you see yourself, your relationships, and your place in the world.

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In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer. – Albert Camus

Supervision

Clinical supervision provides a reflective and supportive space for counsellors to explore their work, enhance their practice, and ensure ethical and effective client care. Supervision offers the opportunity to process challenges, deepen self-awareness, and maintain professional well-being.

My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs, integrating humanistic, trauma-informed, and person centred perspectives. In clinical supervision, I draw on Bernard’s Discrimination Model, shifting between teacher, counsellor, and consultant roles based on the supervisee’s needs.

Together, we create a safe and confidential environment where you can reflect on your practice, navigate complexities, and continue growing as a therapist.

I work through a social justice lens, meaning I prioritise equity, inclusion, belonging and advocacy in my practice. This involves recognising systemic barriers, addressing power imbalances, and ensuring culturally responsive care.

Supervision is not just a requirement, it’s a vital part of sustaining yourself in this work, fostering resilience, and ensuring you can be fully present for your clients.

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We are all just walking each other home. – Ram Dass

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Contact me


For new clients, please get in touch before you book online. Let’s have a conversation or an email introduction to decide if I am the right fit for you, and to ensure I have capacity for a new client.