Debra leads our programs at Dreambuilders Centre4Change with compassion and expertise. As a qualified psychotherapist, counsellor, and clinical/pastoral supervisor, she creates a safe space where you can explore your story, process difficult emotions, find light in the darkness, and work through chaos toward healing and recovery—together.

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With extensive experience supporting people with complex mental health needs, addiction, and family violence (both survivors and perpetrators), Debra has helped many reclaim hope and become their best selves. Her training—Master in Counselling, Graduate Certificate in Pastoral/Clinical Supervision, and certificate in Root Cause Therapy—gives her the skills to dig deep into what might be causing life to feel out of control.

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Before counselling, Debra managed large teams and budgets in the corporate world—skills she now brings to problem-solving and guiding clients through change. Whether through individual or group therapy, she’s committed to helping clients heal, recover, and live in freedom.

Sania Javed is a dedicated psychotherapist and counsellor with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults facing diverse challenges, including Autism, ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and behavioural concerns.

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She holds a Master’s in Psychotherapy and Counselling and a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology, along with advanced training in Positive Behaviour Support, CBT, DBT, Art Therapy, Circle of Security, and Tuning into Kids. This broad expertise allows her to tailor interventions to meet each client’s unique needs.

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Alongside her work with Dreambuilders Centre4Change, Sania runs her private practice, SoulQuest Psychotherapy & Counselling, and also provides services at Resolve Medical Centre. She offers individual, couples, and family counselling, blending approaches such as art therapy, mindfulness, play-based interventions, and trauma-informed care to foster resilience and personal growth.

Fluent in English, Urdu, and Hindi, Sania is passionate about building inclusive and safe therapeutic spaces where every client feels heard, supported, and empowered to heal and thrive.

Dreambuilders Centre4Change is privileged to have Tateum on our team — a highly qualified and compassionate social worker with deep expertise across mental health, dual diagnosis, trauma, drug and alcohol counselling, family services, and child play therapy.

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She holds a Master of Child Play Therapy, a Bachelor of Social Work, and a Diploma in Community Services (Drug & Alcohol and Mental Health). Tateum is also trained and competent in CBT, motivational interviewing, AOD interventions, risk assessments, child risk and safety planning, perinatal and infant mental health, and therapeutic play for children experiencing trauma.

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Currently serving as a Senior Case Worker and Group Facilitator at Centre4Change, Tateum plays a vital role in:

• Facilitating women’s programs that empower and strengthen lives

• Intake, assessment, and case management of new clients

• Supporting counsellors and ensuring personalised recovery journeys

She is also a proud member of the AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers) and has worked extensively across cultures, including with refugees, the LGBTI community, and the deaf community.

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Tateum’s passion lies in walking alongside women, children, and families to help them heal, grow stronger, and find new hope.

James is a counsellor based in Melbourne’s west, where he has lived his whole life. After completing his training at ACAP University College, James began supporting individuals and groups through his volunteer work at Dreambuilders Centre4Change. He now continues that journey, offering counselling services that bring real meaning and support to his local community.

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His approach is grounded in warmth, acceptance, and curiosity. James welcomes people of all ages, identities, and backgrounds, creating a safe space to explore personal challenges, values, and goals. He is passionate about helping clients discover their authentic selves and supporting them to grow into lives filled with purpose and hope.

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With a strong connection to the Wyndham community, James is dedicated to walking alongside clients as they create meaningful change in their lives.

After more than 40 years with Telstra in organisational consulting and change management, Roger entered retirement with a passion to give back. For the past decade, he has dedicated his time and expertise to Dreambuilders Centre4Change, where he has held many roles and now serves as a Program Director.

Roger has a genuine heart for people and is committed to helping them live their best and most authentic lives. As a qualified dual diagnosis practitioner and innovation and change practitioner, he brings both compassion and skill to supporting clients, particularly men, on their journey of change.

He is experienced in group and individual process work, group facilitation, change management, and supporting clients with mental health and AOD co-morbidity. At Centre4Change, Roger leads group counselling sessions focused on healing from family dysfunction, processing guilt and bitterness, and peer-led recovery groups, empowering individuals to rebuild their lives.

Victoria is a seasoned counsellor with over seven years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and navigating co-occurring issues. She finds it inspiring to watch clients gain clarity, recognise unhelpful patterns, and discover new perspectives that can lead to lasting positive change.

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Alongside her counselling work, Victoria uses her experience in a leadership capacity to mentor others and manage programs that provide vital support to vulnerable people. She has extensive experience working with family violence survivors and perpetrators, individuals facing mental health challenges, and within the disability sector.

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Victoria’s passion lies in creating supportive spaces where individuals can heal, grow, and find new hope for their lives.

Maninder holds a Master of Counselling and is passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces for women from diverse cultural backgrounds. She is deeply committed to empowerment, connection, and the celebration of women’s resilience, often using creativity as a pathway to healing and growth.

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As an immigrant herself, Maninder understands the challenges of navigating the balance between the “old and new” — and she works with women, particularly those from multicultural communities, to embrace their journeys, share their vulnerabilities, and pursue their dreams with confidence.

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Her work focuses on building resilience, fostering inclusion, and encouraging women to walk fully in their identities. Online counselling is also available with Maninder, making her support more accessible to those who need it most.