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How does Counselling work?
Most people experience a life crisis at some point. Often, these experiences, and the feelings that come from them, are overwhelming and can be very isolating.
Friends and family might not always be the best people to talk these things through with, especially if we find our feelings embarrassing.
That‘s when non-judgmental and supportive counselling or psychotherapy can be very helpful.
I can offer you a supportive, empathic and non-judgmental space and offer a wide range of qualifications and training including:
EMDR Trained
Complex Trauma Specialist
MCouns (Family Therapy)
BA (Hons) SocSci
ACA Accredited Clinical Supervisor
Vocational Graduate Diploma
(Family Dispute Resolution)
Diploma of Transpersonal Counselling
By looking at our unconscious thoughts and behaviour, we can gradually develop insight and stop repeating the things that hold us back from being all we can be.
For an initial session, please contact me. Any message will be treated in the strictest confidence.
What are the first steps?
Contacting a therapist can be one of the best steps towards healing and creating the life you desire.
Sometimes, it takes courage and can feel like a big step into the unknown.
It may bring you comfort to know that I am an Accredited Counsellor and Member of the Australian Counselling Association, which has a strict Code of Ethics that guarantees you quality and confidentiality.
Here is a guide which will hopefully reassure you in this process.
1. Initial contact
I am the only person who accesses the business phone and email address. This means that you can be assured of total confidentiality.
2. If phoning, when you first get in touch, please leave the following details:
(a) Your name
(b) Your contact email / telephone number
(c) Any special instructions e.g. convenient times to call, whether it is ok to leave a message when calling etc.
When I returned your call, I will say "I am responding to your enquiry" when I leave a message, just in case you don’t want others sharing your number / email address to know you have been in touch.
3. You can also complete the contact form on this site.
4. When we connect by phone, this conversation can be brief, and confirm:
(a) Appointment time and date
(b) Location
(c) Fees
It is natural to want to chat briefly and to see if you feel comfortable talking to me.
What are your fees?
The fees vary depending on if you are an agency or private referral. We will discuss your situation in our initial phone call and work out the best way forward for you.
Where will we meet?
My practice is based in Manly West.
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When we first meet, we will explore what you want to achieve in counselling. If you’re still not sure which is appropriate, that can be discussed too, as well as any questions you have.
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During this first meeting, a decision can be made whether we can work together, where and how (face to face, skype or phone). You can then arrange the time and day that works for you.
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