Dan Van der Pluym
Dan supports his clientele to regain the vitality, hope and self-compassion it takes to lead a fulfilled lifestyle.
Dan is a skilled psychotherapist, life coach, and meditation teacher, with a background in psychology and education. He specializes in the field of mindfulness and wellbeing and incorporates an assortment of techniques, including mindfulness-based stress reduction, motivational interviewing, explorative inquiry, and values-based work.
Dan provides a client-centred, humanistic philosophy. He promotes a trusting and collaborative relationship, allowing people to reach their objectives and goals in their lives. He has a firsthand understanding of the importance of compassion, empathy and unconditional positive regard.
Dan specializes in helping busy, stressed people rediscover balance in their lives. He also specializes in helping burnt out, failed, lost motivation and hope individuals regain a sense of energy and meaning. He provides ADHD therapy and coaching and has also co-developed ADHD Ambition, a structured program to help people with ADHD master the behaviors and mindset to reach their life goals.
Qualifications & Certifications
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Psychology
Certified Life Coach – ICF CCE Accredited
Certified Meditation Teacher – Melbourne Meditation Centre
Associations
Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society of Australian Social Workers (APS),
Provisional Member of Meditation Australia