Karina is a Registered Psychologist, Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA), Certified Behaviour Analyst (CBA), and Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner.

She’s passionate about increasing joy in her clients’ lives and believes everyone deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and participate fully in their communities. Her approach blends empathy, evidence-based practices, and a commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and improve their quality of life.

Karina knows that building upon the skills and knowledge of families and professionals is essential for providing care that respects dignity and fosters growth. She builds genuine, supportive relationships and creates environments where everyone feels valued, understood, and capable.

In addition to her clinical work, Karina is also Clinical Research Coordinator for an early education research project run by the University of Melbourne and lectures in the Master of Applied Behaviour Analysis program at Monash University, ensuring her work remains closely aligned with current research and evidence-based best practice.

Her interests include early intervention, complex family systems, and bridging psychology with behaviour support services helping practitioners and clients alike thrive in meaningful, human-centred ways.