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Dave Misso
Counselling Psychologist (Co-Director)
dave Misso
Co-Director
Dave is a Counselling Psychologist with over 40 years of clinical experience. He is the co-founder and director of Misso Psychology & Consulting, established in 2001. Dave has previously managed one of Australia's most prominent counselling agencies. He was a member of the Queensland Domestic Violence Council and a trainer for the Queensland Police Service on domestic violence perpetrator typologies. He is a supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia for the psychology registrar program and a clinical supervisor for the Australian Government’s Veterans and Families Counselling Services.
Dave has integrated various models of practice into his therapeutic approach throughout his career, having trained and established professional relationships with many pioneers in narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, systems theory, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and transpersonal psychology. He has collaborated and published with Dr Giancarlo Dimaggio, Professor Robert Schweitzer and colleagues on the incorporation of metacognition to enhance treatment interventions for male perpetrators of domestic violence. The theories and research of the late Professor Paul Lysaker have influenced his doctoral work. Their collaboration has contributed significantly to the understanding and application of metacognitive strategies in clinical settings, offering new perspectives on client engagement and treatment efficacy.
Dave's approach to clinical practice is deeply rooted in his belief in personal growth, self-awareness, and the unique subjective experiences of every individual. He adopts a humanistic approach, viewing individuals as complex beings with a rich tapestry of emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. He rejects simplistic categorisations, instead valuing the dynamic and evolving nature of personal narratives. This empathetic understanding forms the foundation of his therapeutic approach.Dave is nearing completion of his PhD at Queensland University of Queensland. His research focuses on developing an integrative approach to address domestic and family violence. This approach is aimed at reducing the incidences of domestic and family violence and encouraging men to engage in a broader conversation about their roles in fostering safety. Dave's initiative highlights his dedication and passion for promoting positive change and establishing safer communities through innovative therapeutic practices and community involvement.
Dave's PhD research at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) focuses on developing an integrative approach to address domestic and family violence. This approach aims to reduce the incidence of domestic and family violence and encourage men to engage in a broader conversation about their roles in fostering safety. Dave's initiative highlights his dedication and passion for promoting positive change and establishing safer communities through innovative therapeutic practices and community involvement. Dave has recently founded the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). IIP trains mental health professionals, facilitates discussions, conducts research, and develops innovative solutions for global mental health collaboration and enhancement. Dave is nearing completion of his PhD at Queensland University of Queensland. His research focuses on developing an integrative approach to address domestic and family violence. This approach is aimed at reducing the incidences of domestic and family violence and encouraging men to engage in a broader conversation about their roles in fostering safety. Dave's initiative highlights his dedication and passion for promoting positive change and establishing safer communities through innovative therapeutic practices and community involvement.
Dave’s expertise in psychology extends beyond therapy. He has demonstrated his leadership and versatility across various industries, leading and facilitating significant change projects. His involvement in organisational strategic and business planning, leadership development, and coaching with executive, senior, and middle-level managers showcase his adaptability and broad skill set. This diverse experience has enriched his understanding of human behaviour and further honed his professional skills.Dave has recently founded the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). IIP trains mental health professionals, facilitates discussions, conducts research, and develops innovative solutions for global mental health collaboration and enhancement. Dave is nearing completion of his PhD at Queensland University of Queensland. His research focuses on developing an integrative approach to address domestic and family violence. This approach is aimed at reducing the incidences of domestic and family violence and encouraging men to engage in a broader conversation about their roles in fostering safety. Dave's initiative highlights his dedication and passion for promoting positive change and establishing safer communities through innovative therapeutic practices and community involvement.Dave has recently founded the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). IIP trains mental health professionals, facilitates discussions, conducts research, and develops innovative global mental health collaboration and enhancement solutions.
Dave Misso
Co-Director
Donna Kerr-Misso
Co-Director
Donna Kerr-Misso
Co-Director
Donna is the co-founder and co-director of Misso Psychology. With nearly thirty years of experience in the human services field, she has held several leadership positions in community initiatives to improve service delivery systems. Her extensive experience and broad perspective in community services have led State and Federal governments to engage her expertise in implementing Quality Assurance Systems. These systems were specifically tailored for government-funded community-based agencies and served as a template for continuous improvement strategies.
Donna has a Bachelor's degree in human services, specialising in child and family studies, and additional qualifications in counselling and community services management. Over the last two decades, Donna's professional interest has been to explore the potential of meditation, mindfulness, and metacognition in supporting breathwork and psychedelic-assisted therapy experiences. She believes that incorporating mindfulness and metacognitive-based strategies is essential for integrating breathwork or psychedelic-assisted therapy. In 2002, she became certified as a Holotropic Breathwork facilitator through Grof Transpersonal Training. This led to her work as a co-facilitator for one of Australia's first training programs for mental health professionals interested in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy to promote long-term mental health benefits. Donna and her colleagues are developing a certificate for breathwork facilitation training for mental health professionals while also developing the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). She is dedicated to improving the training of mental health professionals in Australia and internationally.
Donna’s commitment to professional and personal development is a cornerstone of her approach to supporting others. She actively participates in psychological work that fosters her growth, enabling her to support others effectively. Her involvement in a Jungian analysis group and her ongoing postgraduate studies in mental health and neuroscience are a testament to her dedication to cultivating an environment that promotes personal insight and growth.
Dave Misso
Counselling Psychologist (Co-Director)
Dave is a Counselling Psychologist with over 40 years of clinical experience. He is the co-founder and director of Misso Psychology & Consulting, established in 2001. Dave has previously managed one of Australia's most prominent counselling agencies. He was a member of the Queensland Domestic Violence Council and a trainer for the Queensland Police Service on domestic violence perpetrator typologies. He is a supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia for the psychology registrar program and a clinical supervisor for the Australian Government’s Veterans and Families Counselling Services.
Dave has integrated various models of practice into his therapeutic approach throughout his career, having trained and established professional relationships with many pioneers in narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, systems theory, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and transpersonal psychology. He has collaborated and published with Dr Giancarlo Dimaggio, Professor Robert Schweitzer and colleagues on the incorporation of metacognition to enhance treatment interventions for male perpetrators of domestic violence. The theories and research of the late Professor Paul Lysaker have influenced his doctoral work. Their collaboration has contributed significantly to the understanding and application of metacognitive strategies in clinical settings, offering new perspectives on client engagement and treatment efficacy.
Dave's approach to clinical practice is deeply rooted in his belief in personal growth, self-awareness, and the unique subjective experiences of every individual. He adopts a humanistic approach, viewing individuals as complex beings with a rich tapestry of emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. He rejects simplistic categorisations, instead valuing the dynamic and evolving nature of personal narratives. This empathetic understanding forms the foundation of his therapeutic approach.
Dave's PhD research at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) focuses on developing an integrative approach to address domestic and family violence. This approach aims to reduce the incidence of domestic and family violence and encourage men to engage in a broader conversation about their roles in fostering safety. Dave's initiative highlights his dedication and passion for promoting positive change and establishing safer communities through innovative therapeutic practices and community involvement.Dave’s expertise in psychology extends beyond therapy. He has demonstrated his leadership and versatility across various industries, leading and facilitating significant change projects. His involvement in organisational strategic and business planning, leadership development, and coaching with executive, senior, and middle-level managers showcase his adaptability and broad skill set. This diverse experience has enriched his understanding of human behaviour and further honed his professional skills.Dave has recently founded the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). IIP trains mental health professionals, facilitates discussions, conducts research, and develops innovative global mental health collaboration and enhancement solutions.
Donna Kerr-Misso
Co-Director
Donna is the co-founder and co-director of Misso Psychology. With nearly thirty years of experience in the human services field, she has held several leadership positions in community initiatives to improve service delivery systems. Her extensive experience and broad perspective in community services have led State and Federal governments to engage her expertise in implementing Quality Assurance Systems. These systems were specifically tailored for government-funded community-based agencies and served as a template for continuous improvement strategies.
Donna has a Bachelor's degree in human services, specialising in child and family studies, and additional qualifications in counselling and community services management. Over the last two decades, Donna's professional interest has been to explore the potential of meditation, mindfulness, and metacognition in supporting breathwork and psychedelic-assisted therapy experiences. She believes that incorporating mindfulness and metacognitive-based strategies is essential for integrating breathwork or psychedelic-assisted therapy. In 2002, she became certified as a Holotropic Breathwork facilitator through Grof Transpersonal Training. This led to her work as a co-facilitator for one of Australia's first training programs for mental health professionals interested in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy to promote long-term mental health benefits. Donna and her colleagues are developing a certificate for breathwork facilitation training for mental health professionals while also developing the Institute for Integrative Psychotherapies (IIP). She is dedicated to improving the training of mental health professionals in Australia and internationally.
Donna’s commitment to professional and personal development is a cornerstone of her approach to supporting others. She actively participates in psychological work that fosters her growth, enabling her to support others effectively. Her involvement in a Jungian analysis group and her ongoing postgraduate studies in mental health and neuroscience are a testament to her dedication to cultivating an environment that promotes personal insight and growth.
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