Is Lidija Ivicevich a psychologist?

No. Based on the information provided, Lidija should not be described as a psychologist or clinical psychologist. A safer title is Counsellor and Community Services Practitioner, subject to Therapy Near Me confirming her exact approved role title.

What type of clients may Lidija support?

Lidija may support adults, carers, disability and aged care clients, and people seeking practical counselling or community-based support, subject to suitability and Therapy Near Me’s intake process.

Does Lidija offer Telehealth?

Telehealth may be offered if it is part of Lidija’s confirmed Therapy Near Me availability. The website should list only current and verified appointment options.

What is Lidija's support style?

Lidija’s style is compassionate, person-centred, practical and rapport-focused. She aims to support realistic goals, everyday coping and personal growth.

Can Lidija provide alcohol and other drug support?

Lidija has Certificate IV training in Alcohol and Other Drug Work and work experience at Nowra Drug and Alcohol Clinic. Any AOD-related support should remain within her role scope, supervision arrangements and Therapy Near Me’s clinical governance process.

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Lidija Ivicevich - Counsellor and Community Services Practitioner

Lidija Ivicevich is a counselling-qualified community services practitioner offering compassionate, practical and person-centred support through Therapy Near Me. Her background includes counselling, alcohol and other drug work training, community services, disability and aged care support, mindset coaching, mentoring and in-home community care.

Lidija brings a warm, grounded and rapport-focused style to client support. She is suited to clients who want practical help with life stress, adjustment, confidence, goals, coping strategies, social connection and everyday functioning.

About Lidija

Lidija has a community-focused background across counselling, personal development, disability and aged care support, in-home care, social outings, mentoring and service-based roles. Her resume describes a caring, compassionate and rapport-building approach, with a strong interest in personal growth and helping people move forward through practical support.

Her experience includes work as a social carer providing in-home care and social outings for aged care and disability clients, work experience at Nowra Drug and Alcohol Clinic, mindset coaching and mentoring, and a range of community and service-focused roles. This gives her a practical understanding of daily living challenges, social isolation, motivation, routine, confidence and the importance of respectful support.

Quick Details

Profession: Counsellor and Community Services Practitioner

Location: South Coast NSW and Telehealth – confirm exact local service area before publishing

Client focus: Adults, carers, disability and aged care clients, and people seeking practical counselling support, subject to suitability

Therapy style: Compassionate, person-centred, practical, strengths-based and rapport-focused

Education: Diploma of Counselling; Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drug Work; Bachelor of Community Services currently in progress

Additional training: Master NLP, Hypnotherapy and Timeline Therapy training

Experience: Community support, in-home care, disability support, social outings, mentoring, administration and care-related work

NDIS suitability: May be suitable for counselling or community-based support where goals, funding and risk profile are appropriate

Important title note: Do not describe as a psychologist, clinical psychologist or registered counsellor unless separately verified

Appointments: Call 1800 632 763 or use the online booking button

Areas Lidija May Support

Stress and adjustment difficulties

Life transitions and personal growth

Confidence, motivation and goal setting

Low mood, emotional overwhelm and everyday coping

Social isolation and community connection

Carer stress and family-related pressure

Disability-related practical support and counselling goals

Aged care and community participation support

Alcohol and other drug-related support needs, where appropriate to scope

Routine building, accountability and daily functioning

NDIS-related counselling or community support where suitable

Support for people who prefer a warm, practical and non-judgemental style

Counselling and Support Approach

Lidija's approach is compassionate, practical and person-centred. She focuses on building trust, helping clients identify what they want to change, and supporting achievable steps towards better daily functioning and wellbeing.

Her support may include reflective conversation, goal setting, motivation, strengths-based planning, coping strategies, routine development, confidence building, psychoeducation and practical problem solving. Her background in community services and in-home support may also assist clients who need support that connects therapy goals with everyday life.

Lidija's resume also lists NLP, hypnotherapy and timeline therapy training. If these approaches are referenced on the website, they should be framed carefully and only used within Therapy Near Me's clinical governance, informed consent process and approved service scope.

Qualifications and Professional Background

Lidija’s resume lists the following education and training:

Diploma of Counselling, ACAP, completed 2015

Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drug Work, TAFE NSW, completed 2011

Bachelor Degree in Community Services, TAFE Higher Learning, currently enrolled with expected completion in July 2028

Master NLP, Hypnotherapy and Timeline Therapy, The Tad James Company, completed 2018

Work experience at Nowra Drug and Alcohol Clinic as part of Certificate IV drug and alcohol certification

NSW Driver's Licence, current to January 2030 according to the resume

Her work history includes social care and in-home community support, support for aged care and disability clients, mindset coaching and mentoring, administration management, foster and kinship care experience, and other service-based roles. This background may be valuable for clients who need both emotional support and practical understanding of community care environments.

Why Clients Choose Lidija

Clients may choose Lidija because she offers a warm, grounded and practical support style. Her background across counselling, community services, personal development, in-home care and disability-related support may be especially helpful for clients who want someone approachable, non-judgemental and focused on real-world progress.

Lidija may be a good fit for clients who want:

A counselling-qualified practitioner with community services experience

A warm, compassionate and practical support style

Help with confidence, motivation, life transitions and daily coping

Support connected to disability, aged care or community participation goals

Telehealth support or local support subject to availability

A practitioner who focuses on rapport, personal growth and achievable goals

NDIS-related support where the referral is suitable and the funding category allows it

Appointments with Lidija

Lidija offers appointments through Therapy Near Me, subject to current availability, service area and suitability. Telehealth may be available, and local community-based support may be available where appropriate and operationally feasible.

To enquire about Lidija's next available appointment, call 1800 632 763 or use the booking button below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lidija Ivicevich’s professional background?

Lidija Ivicevich has experience in counselling, community services, disability support, aged care support, coaching, mentoring and drug and alcohol work.

What qualifications does Lidija have?

Lidija has completed a Diploma of Counselling, a Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drug Work, and is studying a Bachelor Degree in Community Services.

What issues can Lidija support with?

Lidija may support clients with personal development, emotional wellbeing, adjustment difficulties, disability-related support needs, social participation, community access, goal setting and practical capacity-building.

Can Lidija support NDIS participants?

Yes. Lidija may support NDIS participants where her skills and experience align with the participant’s goals, funding and support needs. Therapy Near Me can review the referral and confirm suitability before booking.

Does Lidija offer community or home-based support?

Lidija may provide community-based or home-based support where available and appropriate. Therapy Near Me can confirm current service options when you enquire.

Is Lidija a psychologist?

No. Lidija is not listed as a registered psychologist. She provides support within her counselling, coaching, community services and disability support background.

How do I book an appointment with Lidija?

You can enquire about an appointment with Lidija by calling Therapy Near Me on 1800 NEAR ME or by using the booking form on this page.

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