Counselling
Taking the first step to reach out for support can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Sometimes you know exactly what’s going on. Other times, you just know that things don’t feel quite right and you’re not sure where to start.
Counselling gives you a space to slow things down, talk things through and make sense of what’s happening. A space where you can be honest about how you’re really feeling, without judgement or having to pretend you’re fine.
I work with people through all sorts of life’s challenges; from anxiety, stress and feeling overwhelmed, to grief, difficult experiences, relationships, motherhood and those times when life just feels like a lot.
You don’t need to have it all figured out before you reach out. We can start wherever you’re at.
I offer a few different ways to connect, so you can choose what feels most comfortable and works best for you.
Face-to-face appointments at the Coastal Wellness Cottage, East Gosford
Online / Telehealth appointments Australia-wide
Telephone appointments
Counselling Support
Sometimes life feels heavier than it should. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected from yourself or simply exhausted from trying to keep everything together. Counselling can give you somewhere to put all of that down for a while. A space to talk openly, make sense of what’s happening and work out what you need moving forward.
You might come to counselling because you’re experiencing:
Anxiety, worry & overwhelm
Low mood or depression
Stress and burnout
Grief and loss
Difficult past experiences or trauma
Difficult or unexpected life changes
Relationship challenges
Big emotions, feeling like things are getting too much
Motherhood, parenting or changes in identity
Everyday life feeling like a lot
Body image or self-esteem struggles
School, study or exam stress
Confidence and self-belief
Health related challenges
You don't need to have a particular diagnosis or a perfectly defined reason for coming. Sometimes you just know that things aren't feeling right. That's enough to start.
Sometimes we know something is in the past, but it still affects how we feel, think or respond today. EMDR Therapy helps us process difficult experiences and the beliefs connected to them, so they don't continue to have the same impact on our lives.
EMDR
We all have different parts of ourselves. Sometimes we feel confident and capable, while at other times anxiety, self-doubt or old patterns take over. Resource Therapy helps us understand these parts, explore what they need and work towards lasting change.
Resource Therapy
Pre & Post Natal Support
Pregnancy, birth and becoming a parent can bring so many changes, some wonderful, some challenging and some we never expect. Whether you're navigating fertility challenges, adjusting to motherhood or wanting space to process your birth experience, you deserve support too.
Birth Debrief
We spend so much time preparing for birth, but how often do we get the chance to talk about it afterwards?Maybe things didn't go the way you'd hoped, there are moments you keep thinking about, or you simply want the opportunity to make sense of your experience. My standalone 2-hour Birth Story Debrief gives you the time and space to talk through your birth, not just what happened, but how it felt.
What happens in your first counselling session?
If you've never been to counselling before, it's understandable to feel a little nervous or unsure about what to expect. Maybe you've been thinking about reaching out for a while, or perhaps something has happened recently and you've realised you could do with some extra support.
Our first session is really about getting to know each other. We'll talk about what's been happening for you, what has brought you to counselling and what you're hoping might be different. I'll ask some questions to help me understand your experiences, what's important to you and how I can best support you. It's also an opportunity for you to ask questions, get a feel for how I work and see whether I'm the right fit for you.
You don't need to have everything figured out before you come.
There's no expectation to share your whole story in one session, and you don't need to know exactly what you want to work on. Some people arrive with something very specific in mind, while others just know they're not feeling quite like themselves.
Both are okay.
We'll take things at a pace that feels comfortable, and together we'll explore what support might be helpful moving forward.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether there's something specific you'd like to work through, or you've simply been feeling like things have been a bit much lately, you're welcome to reach out.
I offer individual counselling and EMDR Therapy in person at Coastal Wellness Cottage, East Gosford, as well as online across Australia.
60-Minute Session
$190
A standard counselling or EMDR appointment.
90-Minute Session
$290
An extended appointment.
Appointments available in East Gosford or online across Australia. No referral needed.
Not sure which appointment to choose? We can work that out together.
Book an Appointment
Appointments are available in person at Coastal Wellness Cottage in East Gosford, online via Telehealth across Australia, or over the phone.
Taking the first step isn’t always easy. You don’t need to know exactly what to say or have everything figured out, reaching out is enough.
Please use the booking link below to view available appointments. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please get in touch by email.