Mimicares is more than just a practice; it’s a reflection of my personal and professional journey. I’m Rima Alkadamani – or Mimi, as many know me – and after two decades working as a caseworker and project officer within government and non-profit organisations, I felt it was time for something different.
I wanted to move beyond the limitations of bureaucracy and create a space where care feels more personal, more connected, and more human.
Mimicares was born from that vision. I have finally found my place where I can help individuals and families feel seen, supported, and empowered.
I was first drawn to counselling and therapy because of a chance encounter with an inspiring lecturer who saw something in me that I hadn’t yet recognised.
His belief in me sparked a journey of self-discovery, and after a decade of experiences, challenges, and growth following my undergraduate degree, I started to realise how deeply I could support and help others.
Through kindness, empathy, and compassion, I have embraced my role in helping people navigate their own challenges, fostering hope and resilience in their lives.
I have always envisioned a practice where I could now offer individualised care – one that priorities compassion, connection, and meaningful support. That vision has now become Mimicares, a space dedicated to helping individuals and families on their journey toward healing and growth.
RIMA (MIMI) ALKADAMANI
CHILD COUNSELLOR | PLAY THERAPIST
BHSc (B&SS), GradDipCouns, AdvCert CCPT
For over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals and families through many of life’s challenges.
My experience spans aged care, multilingual community support (I speak Arabic), working with Autistic children and their families, and most recently, counselling women navigating trauma and domestic violence.
I have a Bachelor of Health Science with a concentration in Behavioural and Social Science, alongside a graduate Diploma in Counselling university level.
Additionally, I have successfully completed the Advanced Certificate in Child-Centered Play Therapy and I am duly registered with both the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Play Therapy Practitioners Association (PTPA).
This academic and professional foundation equips me with specialised knowledge and a profound understanding of evidence-based methodologies vital for nurturing and advancing children’s development.
At the heart of my work is the belief that every person and every family is unique. I’m here to listen, support, and help you explore ways to move forward – together.
Whether you’re a parent concerned about your child’s behaviour, a young person feeling overwhelmed, or an adult managing anxiety or life transitions, I’m here to help.
Therapeutic approaches I use include:
- Play Therapy – using play to support emotional and behavioural needs in children and strengthen family connections
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – to build emotional regulation, resilience, and communication skills
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – focusing on values-based living and gentle growth, even through life’s challenges
Therapy focus areas:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Behavioural Issues
- General life challenges
- Trauma
- Learning difficulties
- Chronic health
EXPERTISE
For a deeper understanding of the key areas I specialise in, please explore the sections below highlighting core services and expertise.
COUNSELLING
My integrative approach tailors support to each client’s unique needs, emphasising a person-centred and strengths-based approach.
NARRATIVE THERAPY
Narrative therapy is where a client-centred approach helps individuals to reshape their personal stories and also empower themselves.
BEHAVIOUR
I collaborate closely with families and caregivers to create consistent and nurturing environments for children and individuals with disabilities.
TESTIMONIALS
It’s very sad to hear that you’ll be leaving this year :(
Since the time you became my support teacher in 2018, I really appreciate your professional support. I received a lot of benefit from your kind, positive, and patient help in the classroom, something which would make my school life less stressful and disruptive. You are a very important teacher, helping me transition from Junior to Senior in high school. I will always remember the time, the struggles, the jokes, and everything we had together.
Thank you for the great session today, I feel the weight lifting off my shoulders. I appreciate our sessions; they help me be a better more present mother for my children and give me more clarity among the chaos of life.
Thank you for being a great listener and providing me with great feedback and resources to deal with my many personality traits.
Rima made me feel comfortable instantly, I thoroughly enjoyed my sessions with Rima. She is the most considerate and patient person I could imagine. Her optimism, encouragement and empathy against black and white thinking was a huge eye opener for me.
It made for a most welcoming atmosphere in her sessions and gradually led to an inner reconciliation with my anxiety especially around parenting a teenager and dealing with the lasting effects of a toxic relationship with my ex-husband.
MY APPROACH
My approach is gentle, compassionate, and grounded in trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming practices.
I work hard to create a safe, welcoming space where children, teens, and adults alike feel respected, understood, and supported – especially those who are neurodivergent or living with learning differences.
