Tyla is a driven and passionate Psychologist and Behaviour Specialist with over 15 years’ experience. Originally from South Africa, she enjoys working with clients from all different cultures and prides herself on being able to build incredible rapport with the families she assists. She holds degrees in counselling, criminology and psychology and completed her Masters degree in Behaviour, before qualifying as a professional in the field of psychology.

Tyla is also an experienced play therapist, has extensive knowledge in the field of trauma and psychometric assessments and is skilled in the diagnosis and intervention of pervasive developmental disorders.

Tyla holds further certifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Positive Behavioural Support. Tyla is currently a Senior Clinician and the Clinical Manager of the Mind & Behaviour Clinic in Bankstown, with whom Kids Health Space work holistically and collaboratively.

Tyla has experience supervising Masters and Honours psychology students, designing and running training and workshops and lecturing for the Australian College of Applied Psychology.

In her spare time, Tyla drinks coffee, spends time at the beach and attempts to keep her two young daughters out of trouble.