Viola Prinz

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Registered Psychologist

Hi, I’m Viola!

I’m a collaborative and warm therapist known for my gentle, calming presence. My approach is grounded in parts-work therapy, where I help you connect your body and mind to lead yourself and your inner parts in a healthy, authentic and confident way.

As we work together, you'll develop a deeper sense of compassion and understanding for yourself, particularly for the parts of you that carry pain. I'll guide you through self-exploration to connect with your Inner Child, and meet the parts of yourself that may have been neglected or hurt. This work is not about revisiting the past for its own sake, but about healing and nurturing these parts so you can move forward with a stronger sense of Self. 

Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, I create a supportive and reflective space that encourages you to explore your unique experiences and find your path to healing. I’m intuitively guided by what resonates with you and I use Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based techniques to help you navigate your inner world. My sessions are tailored to your needs, helping you connect with yourself on a deeper level, often in ways that feel creative and insightful.

I have a particular interest in supporting young adults as they navigate the complexities of relationships, life transitions, career challenges, identify formation and self-esteem. I’m passionate about helping you build resilience and find meaningful strategies to move forward in life.

I believe you already possess the inner wisdom and strength necessary for healing. My role is to gently guide and support you on this journey, helping you reconnect with your true self in a way that feels genuine and empowering. You’ll find a space with me that’s compassionate, welcoming, and tailored to your unique journey.

Therapeutic Modalities I Use:

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)/Parts Work

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Mindfulness-Based Approaches

  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy

  • Somatic Awareness and Experiencing

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Together, we can work to understand your experience, build self-compassion, and help you find your way back to yourself again.

I’m here to empower you to embrace your inner wisdom. By fostering self-compassion and acceptance, we'll create lasting change, deepen your connection with yourself, and help you lead a more authentic and fulfilling life.
~ Viola Prinz

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Viola’s areas of interest:

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Inner Parts Work/Inner Child Healing

  • Self-Compassion

  • Healing from Past hurts

  • Perfectionism

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Co-dependency

  • Boundaries

  • People-pleasing

  • Attachment challenges

  • Trauma (Adult and Childhood)

  • Stress and Burnout

  • Relationship Challenges

  • Life Transitions

  • Family of Origin Issues

  • Workplace Stress

  • Grief and Loss

  • Adolescents and Young adults

  • School/University/Tafe challenges

  • Neurodivergence, ADHD, Autism

  • Internal Family Systems Therapy

  • EMDR Therapy

  • Rebuilding Your Relationship with Yourself

I am a warm and compassionate therapist who creates a gentle, calming atmosphere where you can go at your own pace. In my therapy room, there is no rush—I meet you where you are, allowing you to be yourself without pressure. My approach is collaborative, helping you discover your own insights and internal guidance, so you can build the confidence to thrive beyond our sessions.

Together, we'll work on reconnecting you with what truly matters to you in a safe, and calming environment. I don't see you as a collection of symptoms or diagnoses but as a whole person with unique experiences and strengths. My client-centred, trauma-informed approach acknowledges that we often live in our heads, disconnected from our bodies and emotions. I guide you through the process of facing your fears, helping you meet the parts of yourself that hold pain with compassion and openness, allowing you to find inner harmony.

Ultimately, my goal is to empower you to embrace your inner wisdom. By fostering self-compassion and acceptance, we'll create lasting change, deepen your connection with yourself, and help you lead a more fulfilling life.

Your Roadmap to Healing

  • The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself. Many of us show more compassion and love to others and our pets than we do to ourselves, often due to a harsh inner critic, perfectionism, or people-pleasing tendencies. I help clients navigate these internal barriers to connect with themselves through compassion and acceptance. By working together, you'll learn to embrace yourself fully, overcome self-criticism and foster a more loving and understanding relationship with yourself.

  • Humans are complex and multifaceted, often experiencing conflicting thoughts and emotions. For example, one part of you might want to take a bold step, while another part holds you back with fear. I use Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients identify and understand these conflicting parts, building relationships with them. Each part holds wisdom and good intentions, even if their methods are misguided. Through openness and compassion, we can learn from these parts and integrate them, leading to greater self-understanding and harmony.

  • Navigating significant life decisions can be daunting without a clear sense of direction. I assist clients in connecting with their inner guidance, helping them explore their values, desires, and intuition. By uncovering what truly matters to you and aligning your choices with your authentic Self, you'll feel more confident and empowered in making decisions that resonate with your core beliefs. This process fosters clarity and assurance, allowing you to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence.

  • Acknowledging and processing past pain is crucial for transformation and growth. Many of us have locked away emotional wounds from childhood or other significant experiences, which can lead to internal turmoil. Through gentle, compassionate work with these painful memories and the protective systems surrounding them, we can begin to heal. This process helps transform past hurts into sources of resilience and wisdom, allowing you to move forward with renewed confidence and emotional strength.

  • Rebuilding trust in yourself involves empowering you to set boundaries, express your needs, and rediscover joy. As we address and calm feelings of overwhelm, there is space to reintroduce playfulness and self-inquiry into your life. Together, we’ll explore which qualities of yourself you wish to reclaim and embrace as we journey towards healing. This process helps restore confidence and a sense of meaning, enriching your life with a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Qualifications and Experience:

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Qualifications:

  • Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced (2021)

  • Graduate Diploma of Psychology (2019)

  • Bachelor of Design (2016)

Professional Registration:

  • Registered Psychologist with AHPRA (PSY0002549410)

Professional Development:

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) Level 1 (2024)

  • IFS Online Circle (2022)

  • EMDR Level 1 (2022)

  • Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Adolescents (2022)

  • Assessing and Diagnosing Specific Learning Disorders (2024)

Experience:

  • Extensive experience with adolescents and young adults in schools and colleges.

  • Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and mindfulness-based approaches.

  • Compassionate and holistic therapeutic practices.

  • Guided mindful self-inquiry and Inner Child healing.

Make an enquiry to work with Viola

Viola works Thursdays and Fridays from our Cottesloe office or online, and after-hours appointments are available.