Heather Ikin
Principal & Founder @ WorkLife Psychology
I am a registered Organisational Psychologist, practicing in Australia for over 18 years. I have a unique background, with experience in internal and external consulting and advisory roles, several years working for Queensland's work health and safety and workers' compensation regulator, and private practice work. I have a depth of experience in mental health at work and people and organisational development.
What I do
I am committed to providing comprehensive support to professionals who are grappling with a variety of work-related challenges, such as excessive work pressures, relationship breakdowns, experiences of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue, and exposure to harmful behaviours like bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment, and violence.
I understand that the nature of modern work can be complex and demanding, often leading to significant stress, poor wellbeing outcomes, and work-related psychological injuries. My approach involves recognising these pressures and offering tailored strategies and solutions that empower individuals to navigate their unique situations successfully. I empower clients not only to adopt strategies to improve their own mental health, but to consider what practical steps can be taken to address harmful working conditions and relationships.
Services
Psychology Supervision
Professional Development
Heather is a Board-approved Supervisor and offers professional supervision services for psychologists completing the registrar program in organisational psychology, or for those looking for coaching and supervision in organisational psychology, mental health at work and psychosocial safety management.
Fitness for Work Assessments
Support for workers
For organisations seeking independent and objective advice on an employee's capacity to carry out their usual duties in a safe and healthy manner, with consideration for actions that can be taken or supports implemented to mitigate risks to mental health in the workplace.
Counselling
Mental Health Support
Counselling services are offered via telehealth, offering accessible support for busy working professionals that need flexibility and responsiveness in appointment scheduling. Heather specialises in supporting individuals with work-related issues, or where mental health concerns are negatively impacting work.
Psychosocial Safety Management
Organisational Solutions
Heather works with a team of highly qualified experts at well renowned tech and consulting firm FlourishDx. Here she leverages extensive knowledge and expertise in organisational psychology, mental health, workplace health and safety and human resources to ensure best practice solutions to achieve improved psychosocial safety and mental health outcomes.