The Treehouse team
Rebecca Croxford
Director / Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Rebecca is the director of Treehouse Child and Perinatal Services and an experienced accredited mental health social worker, clinical supervisor, consultant and trainer with over 15 years’ experience. Rebecca has worked extensively with children, young people and their families in various roles within non-government and education sectors. Rebecca has a Bachelor of Social Work from La-Trobe University. She holds further qualifications in Guided Drawing from then Institute for Sensorimotor Art Therapy, a Certificate in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health from the Centre for Perinatal Psychology and a Certificate in Clinical Supervision from the Bouverie Centre and La-Trobe University.
Rebecca found a passion for working with children and families early in her career and study when her brother was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. She is a mother of 3 neurodivergent children and also has a child with complex medical needs and understands the pressure this can have on families as well as the child.
Rebecca’s counselling style draws from a range of frameworks including psychotherapy, trauma informed therapy and creative and play based approaches. She is level 1 and 2 trained in EMDR and also certified to provide the safe and sound protocol program.
Rebecca uses a number of mediums such as art, principles of play and symbol work in her practice. These modalities are expressive ways to create significant internal shifts and allows the client a nonverbal way of communicating their inner thoughts and feelings.
Rebecca believes in developing a therapeutic connection with clients and holding space to start where the client is at taking a unique approach to each individual, based on their age and specific needs.
As a therapist Rebecca is caring, gentle and welcoming, assisting her clients to settle in and feel safe and comfortable before and during sessions. Rebecca is focused and intentional in her approach, and seeks to be empowering, energetic and fun with the women, children and families she works with.
Rebecca is available Monday- Fridays to see clients under Medicare Better Access to Mental Health Program, Private and NDIS.
Lian Phillips
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Lian is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker; with 18 years of professional practice working with children, adolescents and families within community organisations and private practice.
Lian is committed to client centred practice, compassionate understanding and an integrative trauma informed approach to therapeutic interventions. Lian’s practice principles are based upon the tenets of personal accountability, self-determination and humanistic values.
Lian draws from many frameworks based upon the individual needs of clients; including Sensorimotor Psychology, Art Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Attachment Theory, Compassionate Inquiry & use of Imagery and Play.
Lian has a passion for working alongside clients to build Self: efficacy, belief and agency. Lian's practice is informed by her understanding that we each have unique strengths, gifts and life paths to navigate. Connection and feeling ‘seen’ and valued foster steps towards change, capacity for self-regulation, renewed sense of Self and strengthening our relationships.
Lian is available Wednesdays and works with clients under the Medicare Better Access to Mental Health Program.
Jessica Wines
Senior Child and Adolescent Counsellor
Jess loves to support children and families to live their best lives, and has been supporting local families for many years in local government and non-government organisations. Jessica is passionate about working with children and families, whilst providing a safe space for children to express themselves and process their experiences.
Jess is an integrative therapist. Jessica supports families from a framework influenced by relational neuroscience, trauma and attachment theory, facilitating healing through play and creative interventions. Jess utilises specialised and evidence-based interventions in session to create connection, regulation and safety.
Jess has a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology Major) from Charles Stuart University and has extensive further training in trauma. Jess is trained in Theraplay and EMDR. Jess is also certified to provide our Safe and Sound Protocol Program.
Jess is available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for private and NDIS clients.
Madeline Carter
Child and Adolescent Counsellor
Madeline is a dedicated and compassionate children's counsellor with a strong foundation in psychology. She holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from the University of Wollongong and has three years of experience as a Senior Therapy Assistant. During this time, Madeline has worked with a diverse range of children and families, specialising in supporting those with neurodiverse needs.
Madeline believes in the power of a holistic, client-centered approach to counselling, utilising a variety of techniques including art, physical activity, and play. She focuses on helping children understand and navigate their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to promote social-emotional communication development. Her commitment to empowering children is evident in her passion for helping them build self-awareness, realise their full potential, and foster meaningful connections and relationships.
Madeline's warm and friendly demeanour creates a safe and inviting space for children and their families. She is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those she works with, guiding them through their unique journeys with empathy and expertise.
Madeline is available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday for private and NDIS clients.
Michelle Dean
Child and Adolescent Counsellor / Group Program Coordinator
Michelle has a background in emergency nursing working with many different people and families within the mental health field. She has worked as a lecturer at Charles Sturt University and Wodonga TAFE and has lived and worked in a remote Indigenous community as a nurse and wellbeing officer for children in the local school.
Michelle is a certified interplay therapist and is currently finishing off her graduate diploma in developmental trauma. She is a trained drumbeat facilitator and has extensive experience in running group therapy programs.
Michelle is available Mondays and Tuesdays for Private and NDIS clients, along with group programs for schools and early childcare centres.
Debbie Potter
Office Manger / Administration
Debbie is the friendly face you will first see when you arrive at the Treehouse office. She is warm and welcoming and will greet you on arrival. She manages the day to day running of the practice including client books and service enquires.
She has a bubbly fun personality. She is here to support our little people with their transitions in and out of the office when needed, and supports parents needing some one-on-one time with therapists before and after counselling sessions and will engage children in some fun activities in the waiting room.
Debbie has many years’ experience in customer service and is here to help guide you on your journey at Treehouse.
Milo and Otis
Wellbeing Dogs (in training)
Milo and Otis are toy poodles who are loving, affectionate and fun. They enjoy coming in to the treehouse office to meet many of the children and families who access our services. You will find them with Rebecca, lazing about on the couch and if you look close enough will spot them both on our art mural in the sensory garden.
