About
I have been working in the mental health field for the past nine years, across schools, private practice and community health. My journey began in grief and school counselling, which laid the foundation for the work I do today. From there I completed my Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology, and later undertook further training in Clinical Psychology to deepen my practice.
My experience spans clients across the lifespan, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. I have extensive experience with neurodivergent children, adolescents, adults and families, providing both assessment (ADHD, Autism, and Specific Learning Disorders) and therapeutic support, using a neuro-affirming, strengths-based approach.
I have also worked with adolescents, young adults and mothers through the perinatal period, supporting a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, including life transitions, identity development, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, low mood, and adjustment to significant change. I have volunteered with mental health organisations to support program development and raise community awareness.
At Raaha Wellbeing, I welcome people from all walks of life, particularly those from culturally diverse communities. It matters to me that you can bring your culture, identity, spirituality and worldview into therapy, rather than feeling you need to leave those parts of yourself at the door.
Varda Khan
Educational Developmental PsychologistClinical Psychology RegistrarBoard Approved Supervisor
Areas of interest
Learning & Development
- Child and Adolescent Emotional Health
- Neurodivergence and Developmental Challenges (ADHD, Autism, Learning Difficulties)
- Parenting Support
Women's Health
- Depression and Anxiety
- Trauma
- Perinatal and Postnatal Mental Health
- Psychological support for women with pelvic pain, PMDD and Endometriosis
- Emotional wellbeing across reproductive and hormonal health
Identity & Meaning
- Intergenerational Family Dynamics
- Migration and Bicultural Identities
- Faith and Spirituality
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
Services
Individual Therapy
Therapy for adults in a calm, supportive and thoughtfully held space, with a focus on emotional and psychological wellbeing.
Supervision
A reflective, supportive space for provisional psychologists and early-career practitioners, supporting clinical development, ethical practice and professional growth.
Organisational & Community Consultation
Psychological consultation for organisations and community groups around specific concerns, areas of need, or wellbeing-focused initiatives.
Tailored Workshops
Bespoke workshops for organisations and community groups, engaging, practical learning tailored to each setting.
Therapeutic approaches
Evidence-based & integrative
Support is informed by a range of evidence-based and integrative approaches, chosen thoughtfully according to each person's needs, goals and context.
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Schema Therapy
- Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy (TIIP) — Khalil Center
- Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS) — Ross Greene
Qualifications
Training & registration
- Master of Clinical Psychology (Post-Registration)
- Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental)
- Diploma of Islamic Psychology — Cambridge Muslim College
- Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours)
- Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) · Board Approved Supervisor
Ready when you are
If anything here resonates, I'd be glad to hear from you. There's no pressure, just a warm, confidential first step.