About Us
Welcome to Min Park Social Work
Min Park Social Work (MPSW)
Min Park is a qualified Social Worker and proud member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), bringing a wealth of experience across psychotherapy, counselling, children’s therapy, case management, and specialist support coordination. She has worked in diverse settings including government services, community health organisations, private practice, and the education sector. Min has contributed her skills across the disability and mental health sectors, and community volunteering. With lived experience as a carer, Min brings deep empathy and understanding to her work, appreciating both the challenges and strengths that individuals and families carry on their journey. She has worked alongside people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, fostering inclusion and celebrating the richness of community diversity. Min is passionate about empowering her clients to enhance their wellbeing, build healthy relationships, and develop sustainable lifestyles and living arrangements. She is especially committed to supporting people with disabilities and developmental delays, as well as their families and carers, to exercise choice and control over their lives. Through her guidance, clients are supported to live fulfilling, meaningful lives in ways that reflect what matters most to them. Known for her compassionate, strengths-based approach, Min combines professional expertise with a genuine dedication to helping people grow, thrive, and flourish.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to empower people to grow, thrive, and nurture their wellbeing, embracing their strengths and potential at every step of their journey.
Vision Statement
We envision a world where everyone can flourish, live a meaningful and fulfilling life, and share wellbeing, hope, and joy with those around them.
Education & Membership
Graduate Certificate in Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne
Master of Social Work, The University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma in Production, The University of Melbourne (Victorian College of the Arts/ VCA)
Other - Certificate 4 in Training and Assessment, Certificate in Teaching & Bachelor's Degree
Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) member
National Disability Practitioner (NDP) member
Mental Health Victoria (MHV) member
Australasian Society for Autism Research (ASfAR) member
MPSW Practice
Every person is unique, shaped by many interconnected dimensions—biological, psychological, spiritual, social, cultural, structural and environmental. These aspects interact continuously, influencing how we grow, experience life, and relate to the world around us.
In our practice, we take a holistic, multi-dimensional approach to understand the whole person within their environment. This helps us recognise strengths, protective factors, and potential challenges, so we can create personalised support plans. By addressing both personal and environmental barriers, we aim to enhance wellbeing, build resilience, and support each individual to thrive in the way that matters most to them.
MPSW believe the best outcomes are achieved together. We work hand-in-hand with clients, their families and carers, support providers, community members, schools, government agencies, and other stakeholders, fostering partnerships built on trust, respect, and understanding. Through close collaboration, we support clients to reach their goals, live the life they envision, and flourish in ways that reflect their unique journey.
We believe every client is the expert of their own life. MPSW nurture self-determination and autonomy, supporting people to make informed choices that honour their unique circumstances, needs, and aspirations. Through open dialogue and gentle guidance, we share clear, honest information—including potential benefits, risks, and implications—so clients can confidently decide what is right for them.
At the heart of our approach is respect for each person’s preferences, values, and individuality. We celebrate and uphold their choices, walking alongside them as they shape the life they want to lead.
We believe that every person has unique resources, resilience, and potential. Our approach focuses on the strengths of the individual, their family or carers, and the wider community. Clients are supported to recognise, use, and grow their own strengths, helping them overcome challenges and build new skills. This empowers them to become more confident, independent, and capable of leading a self-directed, meaningful life.
MPSW take a proactive and caring approach, beginning with individualised assessments to understand each client’s unique needs, strengths and circumstances. Early intervention supports children to build strong foundations, helps older children and adolescents prevent challenges from escalating while developing life skills, and assists adults in maintaining independence and wellbeing.
By responding promptly to identified risks and regularly reviewing progress, we provide tailored supports through each client’s care plan. This ensures interventions are timely, effective, and focused on preventing complications, helping clients thrive, grow, and build resilience throughout their lives.
We believe every client and their families or carers have the potential, strength, and wisdom to shape their own lives. We nurture confidence, support the setting of meaningful goals, and guide clients to strengthen their capacities. Our approach helps them exercise choice and control, advocate for their rights, take responsibility for their decisions, and cultivate a life that is fulfilling, independent, and true to who they are.
MPSW Value & Purpose
Value
MPSW is guided by a deep respect for human rights, dignity, and the equal worth of every person. We celebrate diversity and difference, honouring each individual’s unique perspective, culture, experience and journey. With professional integrity and compassion, we strive to inspire positive change, growth, and innovation, supporting clients, families, and communities to thrive.
Purpose
MPSW is committed to nurturing wellbeing and growth, supporting individuals and their communities to flourish, and contributing to a kinder, more compassionate society.