Amanda has worked in the early childhood field for over 20 years in Australia. She is a successful and award winning owner /operator of 4 early learning centres in the St George area.

For several years now, Amanda also volunteers her services to Lifeline Australia.

Being a member of the Mental Health Academy (MHA), Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the Hypnotherapy Council of Australian (HCA), the Australian Hypnotherapy Association (AHA),  the Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapy (ASCH), the Guild of Australian Hypnotherapists (GOAH), on the Advisory Board for the International Strategic Psychotherapy Association (ISPA) and National Standards Education Authority (NESA), Amanda abides by relevant codes of conduct and ethical practice guidelines.

CHA (Clinical Hypnosis Australia), PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia), RCC (Registered Clinical Counsellor), PCHA (Professional Clinical Hypnotherapists of Australia), NLPAA (The NLP Association of Australia), AAMHP (Australian Association of Mental Health Practitioners), VMHPAA SUPERVISOR (Vocational Mental health Practitioner Association).

Amanda maintains all professional development and supervision requirements to qualify for private health insurance provider numbers, as well as working with children check, police check, first aid and professional insurance.

Amanda is also a Professional Supervisor with the Australian Council of Supervisors, offering one on one supervision for other professionals as well as networking and peer supervision opportunities. Invested in the professionalism and guidance of other professionals in related industries.

Amanda is passionate about healthy eating, physical exercise, and continuous professional academic development. Her passions have certainly turned into life long hobbies.

Amanda’s philosophy is simple:
“Everybody is important; everybody deserves to live their best life. I am here to help you connect with yourself and others, to solve your requests as quickly and effectively as possible, in a way that is long lasting and sustainable”.

Her approach is unique. She integrates therapies and customises them to suit the needs of the client. She aims to work with clients to co-create individually tailored and sustainable solutions. Amanda’s interventions aim to address the important relationship between the mind and body. She enjoys helping clients attain a greater wellbeing.

Amanda has been a reputable Guest Speaker in several Australian and International Conferences where she has offered expertise in working with kids, coping skills, tips and techniques and more.

Amanda is been trained as a Facilitator in Mindfulness in Peaceful Kids.  A great site for mindfulness practices which support growth and development in all areas and challenging moments of life. An important skill.

With hypnotherapy and counselling support, you can make healthier choices in any area of your life.

If you are dealing with an addiction or compulsion, Amanda can help resolve the underlying dynamic so you can make a better choice in each moment.

If you are stressed out or anxious, Amanda can integrate mindfulness and hypnotherapy, and provide you with tools so that you can manage everyday.

If you are struggling with learning difficulties, exam /performance anxiety or assignment procrastination, Amanda’s experience of her own academics has provided her with knowledge on performance, motivation, organisation, and ultimately her own successful outcome. Amanda has achieved a proficient list of qualifications and an exhaustive list of professional development evident of her academic commitment over the years. Please check them out here in her website.  Such an extensive list that they occupy a page on their own.

There are many areas that Amanda will be able to provide you with support and a positive outlook. And if she cannot, she will make every effort to discuss with you a referral to the most appropriate professional /agency that she sees fit for your needs. 

In need of Life Coaching, Amanda has wonderful professional programs for Emotional Intelligence, Forgiveness, REBT, Cognitive Behaviour, and Goal Success. These are Life Coaching Programs which lead to Life Changing Outcomes.

Amanda offers services both Face to Face in Clinic and Online.

If you are unsure you are welcome to just download the free guide here.

This amazing 4 step C.O.P.E. formula for kids has also been turned into a friendly Online Course where each child works through each module at their own pace.  Each module has downloads and there is also a certificate that can be downloaded at the end of the course.  This could possibly be their very first self development course to add to their very own portfolio. If you are interested you can purchase it here.

• SAFETY: To provide safe and high-quality psychological interventions.
• QUALITY: To deliver interventions and services that are consistent with repeatable and evaluative outcomes.
• INNOVATION: To provide evidence-based psychological interventions.
• PRODUCTIVITY: To promote re-engagement as valued members of the community.
• PREVENTION: To provide support with person-centred psychological interventions reducing the burden on clients and their community.
• ACCESS: To provide access to effective interventions, experience and outcomes, regardless of background or location of clients.
• ACCOUNTABILITY: To be registered nationally and have a system for complaints.
• PERSON-CENTRED: To include and discuss treatment options with clients.

The following concepts of recovery are important goals that Amanda Dounis aims to work towards with her clients:

• Finding and maintaining hope:
• • Believing in oneself;
  • Having a sense of personal agency;
  • Being optimistic about the future;
• Re-establishment of positive identity:
  • Incorporating mental health issues or mental illness, but retaining a positive sense of self;
• Building a meaningful life:
  • Making sense of illness or emotional distress;
  • Finding a meaning in life beyond illness;
  • Engaging in life;
• Taking responsibility and control:
  • Feeling in control of illness and distress, and in control of life.

Strategic Coaching and Personal Development

In addition to his psychotherapy, counselling and hypnotherapy services, Christian is a Strategic Coach, supporting individuals who want to develop greater clarity, confidence, motivation and direction in their personal or professional lives.

His strategic coaching approach focuses on recognising limiting patterns, strengthening personal resources, improving decision-making and developing practical strategies for achieving meaningful goals.

Christian combines his understanding of human behaviour, strategic communication and Neuro-Linguistic Programming to help individuals move beyond unhelpful habits and discover new possibilities for growth.

Strategic coaching may be particularly beneficial for individuals seeking support with confidence, motivation, personal development, life transitions, communication and achieving goals.

Together, Amanda and Christian bring a wealth of complementary therapeutic knowledge, experience and skills to their sessions. Both are trained in psychotherapy, clinical hypnotherapy, counselling, NLP and EMDR, allowing them to draw upon a broad range of therapeutic approaches.

Their strong professional partnership creates a collaborative and supportive experience, combining Amanda’s extensive background in emotional wellbeing and early childhood education with Christian’s strategic, solution-focused therapeutic approach.

Their Mini Retreats are designed to provide participants with an opportunity to step away from everyday demands, reconnect with themselves and explore practical ways to support their emotional wellbeing.

Mini Retreat themes include:

• Nervous System Reset
• Autoimmune Nervous System and Stress Release
• Mind–Body Reconnection
• Stress Management and Emotional Wellbeing
• Relaxation, Mindfulness and Guided Hypnotherapy

Sessions may incorporate guided relaxation, hypnotic imagery, breathwork, mindfulness, emotional regulation strategies and practical therapeutic exercises.

Amanda and Christian also collaborate with wellbeing venues, studios, retreat providers and community organisations to deliver personalised experiences tailored to the needs of participants.

Emotional Regulation Workshops for Early Childhood Education Centres

Christian also facilitates Emotional Regulation Workshops within early childhood education and care centres, supporting young children to understand their feelings, develop confidence and build essential emotional and social skills.

Recognising that the early years are a critical period for emotional development, Christian uses engaging, age-appropriate experiences to introduce children to the importance of recognising and managing their emotions.

His workshops may incorporate therapeutic storytelling, imagination, guided relaxation, breathing techniques, mindfulness activities and interactive exercises.

Children are supported to explore:

• Recognising and naming emotions
• Understanding how feelings can affect the body
• Learning simple calming and breathing techniques
• Managing frustration, worry and disappointment
• Developing confidence and positive self-talk
• Building empathy and social awareness
• Strengthening resilience and emotional flexibility
• Practising healthy ways to express their feelings

These workshops are designed to complement the emotional and social development programs already implemented within early childhood settings.

Christian aims to make emotional wellbeing education accessible, engaging and meaningful, helping children develop practical strategies that can be reinforced by educators and families.

A Welcoming Therapeutic Environment

Christian provides a peaceful, comfortable and supportive environment where clients can feel at ease as they explore their thoughts, feelings and personal challenges.

His therapy room has been thoughtfully arranged to create a sense of calm and connection, offering a welcoming space for meaningful therapeutic conversations, guided relaxation and individualised sessions.

Whether attending therapy for the first time or continuing an established wellbeing journey, clients are encouraged to work at a pace that feels appropriate for them.

Experience personalised therapeutic support in a welcoming and professional environment.

Book directly through Christian’s secure Zanda online booking portal:

https://clientportal.zandahealth.com/clientportal/strategicmindset

Contact Details

Christian Dounis

Email: christian@strategicmindsetandwellnessclinic.com.au

Phone: 0458 850 850

Location: Wolli Creek, Sydney NSW

Face-to-face and online consultations available.