Individual Counselling

Sometimes life becomes difficult to navigate. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be struggling with the effects of trauma, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, grief or a major life transition. Or perhaps you simply have the sense that life could feel easier than it does.

Counselling provides a space to slow down, make sense of what is happening and find a way forward. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and work towards the changes that matter most to you.

I support adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including:

● Anxiety and chronic stress

● Trauma and the lasting effects of difficult experiences

● Depression and low mood

● Burnout and workplace challenges

● Relationship difficulties

● Boundaries and people pleasing

● Perfectionism and self-criticism

● Grief and loss

● Life transitions and identity changes

● Emotion regulation

● Self-esteem and confidence

● Feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected

Every person brings a unique story, strengths and way of making sense of the world. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, I work collaboratively to understand your experiences, your goals and what is most likely to help.

My work is trauma-informed, evidence-based and grounded in genuine curiosity about who you are. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches where appropriate, but the focus is never on fitting you into a model. It is on finding an approach that fits you.

Above all, I aim to create a space where you feel safe to explore difficult experiences, develop new ways of responding to life’s challenges and build a life that feels more connected to what’s important to you.

Counselling is a collaborative process. You don’t need to know exactly what to say or have everything worked out before your first appointment.

Our first session is an opportunity to understand what has brought you to counselling, discuss what you hope to achieve and begin developing a shared understanding of what might be helpful. From there, we work together at a pace that feels manageable and aligned with what you want. 

Session format
Individual counselling sessions are 60 minutes and are offered online via zoom

Fees
The fee is $170 per session (including GST).

Referrals
You do not need a referral to make an appointment.

Availability
Appointments are currently available, please email me to find the write time.

Cancellations
If you need to move or cancel a session, please let me know as early as you can (ideally 24 hours beforehand) so that it can be offered to someone else who may be waiting. I also understand that life can be unpredictable. If illness or an emergency keeps you from attending, just let me know; otherwise, changes with less than 24 hours’ notice of non-attendance may incur the full fee. Occasionally I may need to reschedule (for example, if I’m unwell). If that happens I will give you at least 48 hours notice whenever possible and offer you the earliest available alternative.

Medicare
There are currently no Medicare rebates.

You are welcome to enquire even when you are not certain whether counselling is the right next step. A few sentences about what has been happening, what you would like help with and your general availability are enough.I will let you know whether I have a suitable appointment available and whether your needs appear to fall within the kind of work I provide.