Emanuela works in a wide range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety and stress management, depression, self-esteem and self-worth issues, compulsions, career and workplace-related difficulties, life transitions, gender identity and questioning and other LGBTQIA+ related issues, adverse cultural and religious experiences. Emanuela is particularly focused on helping clients address and process shame, empowering them to move beyond its grip.

Emanuela works with adults and teenagers. She has experience working with the expat community and, through her engagement with various local community services, also with the local community.

Emanuela offers therapy in person or online, in English or Italian. She also speaks conversational French.

Emanuela, born and raised in Italy, is the youngest of four siblings. At twelve, she spent two years in the UK, an experience that broadened her cultural horizons. After completing her BSc in Economics in Italy, she pursued her MSc in Banking and International Finance in the UK. Before embarking on her career as a counselor and psychotherapist, Emanuela gained valuable experience in the financial sector, working in London, Hong Kong, and Sydney. Her diverse background allows her to empathize with the unique challenges faced by clients from various cultural and professional backgrounds.

Emanuela is committed to building strong therapeutic relationships with her clients. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space, recognizing the individuality of each person and their unique journey. Her integrative approach, drawing from Person-Centered Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Psychodynamic models, allows her to tailor her interventions to meet the specific needs of her clients.

Emanuela holds a Master's degree in Counseling (Advanced) from Swinburne University of Technology (Australia), with a major in Family Therapy, and a Diploma in Counseling from the Australian Institute of Professional Counselors. She is passionate about diversity and inclusion and offers therapy to clients of all sexual orientations, genders, and religions, both local and expat.

In her personal life, Emanuela is the mother of two girls and an avid reader.

Qualifications

Master in Counseling (Swinburne University/ECTA, Australia and Singapore)
Diploma in Counseling (Australian Institute of Professional Counselors, Australia)
MSc in Banking and International Finance (Cass Business School, U.K.)
BSc in Economics (Bocconi University, Italy)
ACT Immersion Certificate (2022)
Compassionate Inquiry in Action: An Experiential Course for the Healing of Deep Traumatic Wounds Certificate (2023)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 (2024)
Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 2 (2024)

Window on Compulsions Course (2025)
Certificate in Treating Trauma Using Chair work and Parts work (2025)
Clinical Member and Registered Counselor with the Singapore Association for Counseling
Member of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS) since 2020

Expertise

Depression
Anxiety
Compulsions
Self Esteem and Self Worth Issues
Career and Work Related Difficulties

Counseling Perspective

Client Testimonials

Emanuela has been incredibly helpful in guiding me through the last 6 months, which have been trying. I came to her in some of my lowest moments and she was able to offer deep insights and perspective, always with empathy and respect. She has helped me to break down some long-standing barriers and enabled me to have much more meaningful interactions with my partner, family and friends. Most importantly, has always made me feel comfortable, whilst providing crucial pointers on areas that I could work on myself. I am especially grateful for the tools she gave me: ability to open up and be vulnerable with others, and also accepts that it is okay to have emotions and ups and downs. In addition, she was able to guide me through how to deal with those emotions and channel them in a productive and positive way."

LV, Male

I had a great experience with Emanuela and am very glad I went to see her. She gave me time and space to be heard, and I left each session with deeper insights and new perspectives. I was happily surprised that it didn't take as long as I thought it might to work through some things and I'm in a much better space than I was before. I highly recommend Emanuela as someone professional and empathetic who has been of great help to me.

MPS,Female

I'm so grateful to have the opportunity to work with Emanuela! I truly feel better after our sessions. She always makes me feel seen and heard! I highly recommend her to anyone willing to look deeper into themselves and heal parts of you you didn't know were hurting!

EM, Female

I started counseling with Emanuela earlier this year when I was going through a period of emotional turmoil and intense stress. I had never gone to therapy before and was seeking a way to cope with past troubles in my life and navigate current difficult relationships. I'm so grateful I came to Emanuela as she gave me a fulfilling and strengthening counseling experience. She approached me with curiosity, compassion, reason, and a desire to truly understand me. During the months we worked together, Emanuela helped me identify thought processes that were holding me back, and introduced new perspectives, coping strategies and ways of thinking to me which I am using to navigate my life now. Therapy is a challenging process but I'm so glad to have started the journey with Emanuela. I'd highly recommend her to others looking to start or continue their therapeutic journeys!

LS, Female

Emanuela has provided an effective and enriching counsellng experience for me over the last 7 months. She is incredibly kind, patient and empathetic. Her wealth of knowledge in multiple areas, attention to detail and pragmatism leaves me feeling encouraged and capable after each session. I would highly recommend emanuela as a counselor, especially if you’re seeking help with childhood trauma and anxiety. I’m looking forward to continue working with her towards a better mental health.