WELCOME TO TAPA
THE FUTURE OF CARING
TAPA =
The ALY'S PLACE Academy
Where the future of counselling grows—one heart, one session, one student at a time.
TAPA is a purpose-driven training ground for the next generation of mental health professionals. Founded by Alyona Cerfontyne from ALY'S PLACE, it's more than an academy—it’s a movement for ethical, grounded, affordable counselling that actually meets people where they are.
We pair talented counselling students with real clients—under expert supervision—to provide high-quality, low-cost sessions to the Mornington Peninsula and Frankston communities in person and online Australia-wide.
Think of it as a win-win: counselling students gain meaningful, real-world experience.
Clients get accessible support.
Everyone grows.
Professional care. Real support.
Affordable Counselling
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, burnout, or just feeling stuck—you don’t have to do it alone. Our student counsellors are here to support you with warmth, empathy, and evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
Upcoming & Recent Events
ALY'S PLACE OPEN CLINICAL BOOTCAMP - Microskills and Real-World CasesSun, 01 JuneMornington
Our TAPA Graduates Say
"This kind of training is rare and much needed. Supporting couples or multi-client systems can be complex, and having a mentor who understands both the art and the science of this work makes a huge difference. I highly recommend this program to any practitioner looking to grow their confidence and competence in relational work."
Carmen Yoong, TAPA Graduate, Couples Therapist
Our Courses
We offer specialised, highly interactive training workshops that build clinical confidence in experienced counselling professionals and early career counsellors.
Our courses are tailored around various clinical aspects, from practising foundational counselling skills in realistic case scenarios to working with multiple clients and starting your own private practice.
Supervision
Helping others can be challenging and even helpers need help and support. Clinical supervision offers not only experienced-based case guidance but also ensures you are navigating your professional life well.
As a registered supervisor with ACA (Australian Counselling Association), Alyona takes supervisees who work with relationship challenges, couples and/or trauma.