Biography

"We all make choices in life, but in the end, our choices make us" Andrew Ryan in BioShock (2007)

Welcome. I'm Daniel Abela (He/They), a dedicated psychologist and PhD researcher at Monash University, where I also serve as a postgraduate Teaching Associate. With a Master’s degree in Educational and Developmental Psychology. My work is grounded in evidence-based practice, with a focus on fostering growth and positive outcomes for my clients.

Education

Master of Educational & Developmental Psychology/Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Monash University | Expected 2025

Psychological Science (Honours)

ISN Psychology | 2020

Bachelor of Psychology

Deakin University | 2019

Bachelor of Arts

Deakin University | 2017

Interests

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Diversity and Intersectionality
Proactive Intervention

Leadership, Collaboration, Support

Cinema, Gaming, Board Games, and Books
Physical Activity and Fitness
Dining, Wining, and Coffee
Partner, Family, and Friends

Certificates

ADOS/ADI Training
MIGDAS Training
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
EMDR Level 1 Training
LGBTQIA+ Training
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Wesley LifeForce Suicide Prevention Training
Working with Senior Clients Training
Unpacking Trauma
Risk-Aware Training
Allies in Indigenous Health Training
Community Leadership Program
Mentoring Certificate

Honors and Awards

Alex Raydon and Nina Narodowski PhD Scholarship Monash University | 2022 -2025
RTP Stipend, Monash University | 2022 - 2025
First Class Honors, ISN Psychology I 2022
Dianella Health Community Leadership Award I 2015

Services

I have extensive experience working therapeutically with individuals across the lifespan, addressing a wide range of psychological difficulties. My services include.

Therapy

I provide evidence-based therapy for individuals facing social, cognitive, emotional, and developmental challenges. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering positive outcomes through a person-centred approach.

Assessments

I specialise in conducting comprehensive psychological assessments, including cognitive assessments, specific learning disorder evaluations, and Autism and ADHD assessments for both children and adults. These assessments help to identify strengths and challenges, guiding effective interventions and support strategies.

Publications

ORCID

"A Scoping Review on the Resilience of Transgender and Expansive Individuals" was published in the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender on May 6th, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1037/sgd0000736

"A Qualitative Inquiry into the Oppression Experienced in Australian Transgender and Gender Expansive Teens" was published by The International Journal of Transgender Health on August 2nd, 2024. https://doi.org/10.1080/26895269.2024.2385430

"The experiences of oppression among transgender and gender expansive young people in Australia: An interpretative phenomenological study" by the Journal of Child & Adolescent Mental Health on November 19th, 2024 https://doi.org/10.2989/17280583.2024.2393838