Testimonials

I have had the privilege of referring clients to Yvette Litchfield for many years and have consistently witnessed the profound impact of her work. As a Clinical Psychotherapist & Counsellor, Yvette brings an extraordinary level of intuition, compassion, and expertise, providing transformative support for singers whom I refer. It is an immense relief to know that this resource is available and that singers with whom I work are receiving the help they need. The progress they make under Yvette’s guidance is often reflected in our work together—whether through renewed confidence, reduced anxiety, or a clearer sense of identity following vocal injury. Her ability to offer empathetic, structured, and deeply insightful support has changed my clients' lives, particularly those navigating the emotional toll of voice loss, performance anxiety, or past trauma. I cannot recommend Yvette Litchfield highly enough for her skill, dedication, and the meaningful change she fosters in those with whom she works.

I had the pleasure of working with Yvette Litchfield at Northside Group (a private psychiatric hospital in Sydney) for two years. During this time, I came to know Yvette as an exceptionally skilled therapist whose character and skillset elevated the standards of care within our team. Yvette is a deeply compassionate individual, and this compassion is at the core of her work. Her approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of her clients. At Northside Group, it was typical of Yvette to go above and beyond in preparing for individual and group sessions and to give her time generously through follow-ups - ensuring clients felt supported, validated and, ultimately, that they received the best possible care. It was no surprise, therefore, that many clients specifically sought Yvette out, recognising the unique sense of safety and trust she brought into the therapeutic relationship. What also consistently stood out to me was that Yvette’s work is underpinned by evidence-based practices. She spent much time outside of work reading and researching topics to be presented in group sessions and creating session plans. Moreover, Yvette’s practice is truly client-centered. For example, although some designated group topics were rigid in their structure, Yvette would manage to creatively adapt these to her clients’ needs. Beyond her work with clients, Yvette was a valued and respected colleague who brought calm, integrity, and thoughtful insight to our team. In all aspects of her work and character, Yvette exemplifies the very best of our profession and any client would be extremely fortunate to receive care from her.

Working with Yvette has been beneficial beyond words and beyond my initial reasons to seek help during a period of vocal injury. Starting there we were able to open up understanding, self-compassion and healing for traumas that had occurred in different walks of life and at different ages. Truly the tools and therapies enabled me not only to re-enter in the singing worlds that I love, but also to raise myself out of long-held beliefs that no longer serve. In particular, the targeted use of EMDR and more broad application of principles such as self-compassion and cognitive defusion helped me enormously at the time, and as an ongoing set of tools to dip into as needs arise. Yvette’s ability to engender a safe and deep therapeutic relationship was outstanding and she was always able to flex with the energy and needs of any specific session or episode for me. What I have gained is not just a better understanding of myself and others, along with a set of frameworks that I believe and trust will help with unseen external pressures to come, but more importantly, an internal awareness and sense of enough that had been absent for most of my adult life. I’m truly thankful and recommend Yvette without reserve and with deep admiration for her skills and countenance.

As General Manager and Head of Counselling for Navigator Group, I had the privilege of supervising Yvette’s clinical work for two years. Over that period, she became a Senior Therapist and our lead clinician for complex trauma cases, particularly those requiring EMDR therapy. Yvette’s use of EMDR was consistently effective and often transformative. Through client feedback, clinical reports, and observed outcomes, it was clear that many clients dealing with the aftermath of serious physical and/or psychological trauma made measurable progress under her care. What set Yvette apart was not only her technical skill, but her ability to establish therapeutic rapport with clients and consistently create a safe environment in which to process their experience. Her work had a lasting impact on the individuals she supported and was a key strength of our service. Yvette is an exceptional EMDR clinician and integrative trauma-informed therapist – calm, skilled, and deeply attuned to the needs of her clients.