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About Irene

I am a Deaf Auslan Art/ Yoga Therapist/NAATI translator/counsellor and Artist with a passion of creating, learning and sharing the love of yoga/art. 

I am the founder of Auslansoul, a Deafled wellbeing and counselling services/programs that is culturally inclusive and accessible for members of our Deaf community.  I bring a wealth of experience to this space, having worked extensively as an educator, wellbeing facilitator, family support coordinator, early intervention leader, advocate and Deaf Arts leadership.

I deeply understand how the unique identities, experiences and Deaf trauma of individuals including those who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing , Deafblind, Deafplus and Late Deafened shape their lives. My belief is grounded in empowering them on their journey to mental, emotional and creative wellbeing.

I offer  ( art/yoga/wellbeing) weekly classes, workshops, retreats and one to one sessions at my lovely Thornbury studio “Auslansoul” or via online.  I am excited to be part of the Auslan wellbeing/yoga and Deaf art movement where it is not a privilege but accessible, inclusive and culturally sensitive for members of the Deaf community.

I am also available to provide Deaf Awareness Training for Hearing Yoga Teachers.  Non signers who are learning Auslan are welcome to attend her classes.

"We carry inside us the wonders we seek outside us"

Personal and professional artwork rooted in storytelling and lived experience

Deafled therapy/counselling practice for the deaf and hard of hearing community