Ms Dana Santon

Ms Dana Santon is a dedicated Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people and their mental health. She works collaboratively with schools and families to deliver person-centred outcomes, ensuring that each client receives tailored support. Ms Santon is highly experienced in addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, with a particular focus on anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She also possesses extensive experience working with the autistic and ADHD communities, providing compassionate care to neurodivergent individuals.

In her clinical practice, Ms Santon is proficient in assessment, intervention, and counselling. She utilises evidence-based therapeutic modalities to support her clients, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Her diverse professional background includes valuable experience working in out-of-home care, family violence, disability support, and student wellbeing, which allows her to approach her clients' needs with deep empathy and a holistic perspective.

Ms Santon completed her tertiary studies in psychology at Monash University. To further her professional expertise, she has undertaken a registrar programme to become an endorsed Educational and Developmental Psychologist. This advanced training equips her with specialised skills to support children, adolescents, and families navigating developmental, learning, and academic challenges.