Meet the Team
TRUSTED BY LEADING COMMUNITY SERVICES AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
Perrin Whimpress General Manager and Clinical Counsellor, PACFA Clinical Registrant, Supervisor and Member of the PACFA SA Leadership Team
CoDirector General Manager, Registered Clinical Counsellor and Supervisor, GradDipMHN GradDipN GradCertPosPsych PACFA, College of Counsellors, IPPA.
Autism Spectrum Disorder - ASD Fundamentals and Co-occurring Conditions Certification (Uni of Melbourne), ACA/PACFA Supervisor (Rise Up Training), Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, PACFA Registered Clinical Member.
Perrin has extensive experience, 38 years in the health sector, which enables him to provide clients with the highest level of expert care and oversight. He’s served in various senior positions in mainstream health, community-based care, and education. His qualifications and experience in positive psychology, mental health, and nursing provide a deep understanding of the psychosocial recovery model and its diverse applications. He is a Registered Clinical Member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and sits on the PACFA South Australian Leadership Team.
Perrin offers NDIS Therapy, Return to Work, and Private Health Insurance services. He leverages his vast professional network to provide the best possible service for clients and collaborates with various healthcare providers.
Ina Van Puymbroeck AHPRA Registered Psychologist
BA(Hons)Psychology, Grad Dip Art (Psych)
Ina is a bilingual English, German and Dutch-speaking practitioner who has spent 20 years working as a psychologist throughout Australia and New Zealand. Her previous roles have seen her working in community, private practice, and organisations such as the Black Dog Institute, Red Cross and Lifeline. She provides psychologist counselling services to people from all walks of life and takes a holistic and inclusive approach.
A former teacher, Rudolph Steiner educator and passionate mindfulness trainer, Ina is a Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency. She offers NDIS Therapy Support via telehealth only.
Donna Billinger ACA Registered Counselling Practitioner
Dip Counselling and Group Work, Dip Financial Counselling, Cert IV Social Housing, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Member ACA
Donna has over 25 years of counselling experience, dating back to 1994. She has worked at Uniting Care Wesley, SA Housing, Families SA, Kuitpo Drug Rehab, and in private practice. Donna has also been part of a multi-disciplinary team providing her expertise to community organisations and the Magistrates Court of South Australia for various needs. She’s been with Fleurieu Wellbeing since 2021. Donna offers NDIS, Carers and Private Counselling.
Donna’s clients love her zesty energy and caring can-do attitude.
Samantha Davies ACA Registered Counselling Practitioner
Adv Dip Community Services and Health, Diploma Counselling, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Member ACA
Since 2015, Samantha has worked in patient and carer advocacy at Flinders and Noarlunga Hospitals and provided counselling and practical support in various public and private healthcare settings, disability homes, and community services. She has been working with Fleurieu Wellbeing since 2021. She offers NDIS, Carer, and Private Counselling.
Her clients love her dedication and lived experience in supporting people in their health recovery journey with a positive and deeply compassionate outlook.
Layla Najjar ACA Registered Counselling Practitioner
Dip Counselling, Ct IV Mental Health, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Cert Positive Psychology, Cert Psychosocial Recovery Coaching, Cert Working with People from Refugee Backgrounds, Member ACA
Layla is an experienced practitioner who is bilingual in English and Arabic. She has worked in various settings, including private practice, substance abuse outpatient treatment, community-based programs and disability employment and training services. She actively advocates for mental health and wellbeing and has been with Fleurieu Wellbeing since its inception in 2019. Layla offers NDIS, Carers and Private Counselling.
Layla's clients appreciate her optimistic approach towards recovering their lives despite facing difficulties..
Nikkie Staden ACA Registered Counselling Practitioner
Diploma Counselling, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Member ACA
Nikkie is an experienced relationship and individual counsellor with a special interest in children and family dynamics. She’s passionate about mental health and well-being in early adolescence. Having recently contributed to a webinar with Dr Justin Coulson from Channel Nine’s Parental Guidance, Nikkie applies what she’s learning about parenting in her own family and helps others do the same. She’s been with Fleurieu Wellbeing since its inception in 2019 and offers NDIS, Carers and Private Counselling.
Nikkie’s clients love her “be kind to yourself, you can do this” approach.
Christine Drewett ACA Registered Counselling Practitioner
Diploma Counselling, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Member ACA
Christine is an experienced counsellor who offers practical and empathetic services. As a Carer herself, she understands the difficulties that come with caring for loved ones. Christine provides guidance and support to Carers, helping them navigate their role's emotional and practical challenges with compassion and understanding. She has been with Fleurieu Wellbeing since its inception in 2019 and is currently pursuing a degree in psychology. She provides NDIS, Carer and Private Counselling.
Christine’s clients love her down-to-earth and relatable approach.
Taylor Hubert Administration and IT Officer
Cert III Individual Support Disability, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Cert IV Information Technology
Taylor maintains our Power Diary client management system, marketing and communications. He also works as an independent support worker, supporting people with disabilities and brings a Carer lived experience approach to the team.
Jaiden Hubert Administration and Finance Manager
Cert III Individual Support Disability, Cert SAHMRI Be Well Plan, Cert II Animal Studies, Cert III Rt Operations
Jaiden’s organisation and financial management support all of our stakeholders, Individuals, Carers, Service Providers and Organisations in his administrative role for Fleurieu Wellbeing services.
