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Toula Gordillo
Born (1972-05-17) May 17, 1972 (age 52)
Queensland, Australia
NationalityAustralian
Occupation(s)Clinical Psychologist, Educator, Author, Researcher
Known forStory Image Therapy (SIT), SIT Shadow Work

Dr. Toula Gordillo is an Australian clinical and Jungian psychologist, educator, author, and researcher with over thirty years of experience in private practice, schools, and corporate settings. She holds undergraduate degrees in psychology, arts, and education, a Master's in Clinical Psychology, and a Doctorate in Creative Arts (Creative Writing). Dr. Gordillo is the originator of Story Image Therapy (SIT®) and SIT Shadow Work™, therapeutic frameworks that integrate storytelling and symbolic imagery to address mental health challenges.

Career

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Dr. Gordillo has worked extensively with Indigenous and non-Indigenous children, youth, and families, providing training and counseling in Story Image Therapy. She has been involved in developing training programs following the Carmody Report (2013), funded by Child Safety Services and doctoral research. Her professional experience includes roles as a Clinical Psychologist at New Beginnings - Psychological, Educational/Developmental, and Hypnotherapy Services, and as a Guidance Officer Intensive Behaviour Support (GOIBS) with Education Queensland and Independent Schools Queensland.

Publications

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Dr. Gordillo is a published author, with works including:

  1. Shadows of Sylvaheim
  2. The Rise of Jung in Me
  3. Frog and Scorpion in the Boardroom

She has also contributed to academic journals and presented at international conferences, sharing her expertise in integrating ancient stories and images to improve mental health.

Affiliations

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Dr. Gordillo is affiliated with several professional organizations, including: - International Depth Psychology Alliance - International Association of Jungian Studies (IAJS) - Australian Society of Authors - Queensland Writer’s Centre

Recognition and Contributions

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Dr. Gordillo has presented at several notable conferences, including the International Mental Health Conference and the No 2 Bullying Conference. Her therapeutic techniques have been endorsed by educators and psychologists for their effectiveness in addressing psychological challenges through narrative therapy.[1]

Workshops and Resources

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Dr. Gordillo continues to offer workshops and resources related to her therapeutic approaches through her professional websites, Shadow Work Solutions and Dr. Toula Gordillo.

Media Coverage and Public Engagement

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Gordillo's work has been featured in reputable publications such as:

  • The Courier-Mail – Coverage of her RAFT program and its impact on mental health.[2]
  • Kids on the Coast Magazine – Articles covering her work with youth mental health.[3]
  • Psychology Today – Features on her therapeutic approaches and their integration with Jungian psychology.[4]

She has also presented at prestigious conferences, including:

  • International Mental Health Conference (2015)
  • No 2 Bullying Conference (2015)
  • C.G. Jung Society of Queensland (2022)[5]

Awards

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  • Recognized as a top contributor on Academia Letters, with her article Healing the Healer receiving over 8,800 views.[6]
  • Her therapeutic approaches have earned acknowledgment from the International Depth Psychology Alliance for their innovation and effectiveness.

Institutional Affiliations

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Gordillo is a member of several prominent institutions, including the International Association for Jungian Studies and the Australian Society of Authors. She has also served as a supervisor at the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors for over a decade.

References

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  1. ^ "Dr. Toula Gordillo Profile". Suncoast Health. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
  2. ^ The Courier-Mail, Article on Using Stories to Reach Teens
  3. ^ Kids on the Coast, Issue 72
  4. ^ Dr. Toula Gordillo on Psychology Today
  5. ^ Dr. Toula Gordillo on Academia
  6. ^ Academia Letters
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