Living with diabetes can be relentless. Even when things may look fine from the outside, the internal load can be heavy — constant decisions, constant vigilance, frustration, burnout, fear, and pressure.
Tara provides Telehealth psychology support for adolescents aged 13+ and adults living with diabetes, with particular insight into Type 1 diabetes and the emotional realities that can come with it.
Diabetes can affect far more than physical health. It can influence mood, confidence, self-worth, relationships, body image, motivation, sleep, and the way everyday life feels.
Sometimes people feel exhausted by the mental load. Sometimes they feel guilty, overwhelmed, angry, or frightened. Sometimes they feel they should be coping better than they are.
Psychological support can help create more space, perspective, and self-compassion while also helping with practical ways to manage stress, habits, and emotional wellbeing.
Tara brings personal as well as professional insight into life with Type 1 diabetes.
After being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 14, she developed a deep awareness of the challenges that can come with managing a chronic condition over time, including burnout, self-pressure, and the need to adapt without expecting perfection.
That personal understanding complements her professional work in diabetes-related care, education, and support.
Support is tailored to the person, not just the diagnosis. Therapy may focus on:
Tara has supported people managing chronic disease including diabetes in private practice. She has also helped develop and works as a clinical psychologist for My Health Explained, an online diabetes education program, and has been involved with the Danii Foundation's educational health team, including Type 1 diabetes support groups.
Appointments are offered via Telehealth for adolescents aged 13+ and adults across Australia. This allows support to be accessed privately and conveniently, wherever you are.
Private referrals welcome. GP and specialist referrals welcome. Medicare rebates may apply with an appropriate referral.
If diabetes is affecting your mental wellbeing, confidence, energy, or ability to cope, support is available.
