Ashfield
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Alison Whitwood
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Alison Whitwood

Counsellor, ACA-L1

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Available both in-person and online
Ashfield, NSW 2131
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Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who’ve already done significant personal work but still feel stuck in recurring emotional, relational, or health patterns. They may be navigating trauma, addiction recovery, chronic illness, burnout, early family experiences, or anxiety that feels deeper than stress management alone. Often they’ve tried therapy, self-help, personal development, or lifestyle changes and want an approach that looks at the whole person. Together, we explore what’s keeping them stuck and create meaningful, sustainable change.
Sandplay Therapy
My work integrates talk therapy, somatic approaches, nervous system regulation, and symbolic work such as Sandplay (in person). I also understand the connection between emotional and physical wellbeing, particularly for clients living with chronic illness. Sessions are personalised, practical, and tailored to your needs.
You may be tired of trying to “fix” yourself or frustrated that insight alone hasn’t created lasting change. Healing can be complex, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you’re looking for thoughtful, grounded support that honours both emotional and practical aspects of healing, I’d be glad to speak with you.
Call or Alison Whitwood now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 8261 0492

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ashfield, NSW 2131

(02) 8261 0492
My website
I offer online therapy via Zoom globally, and in-person sessions in Sydney's Inner West. I'm available weekdays and some evenings.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Chronic Illness and Addiction 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (02) 8261 0492
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ashfield, NSW 2131

(02) 8261 0492
My website
I offer online therapy via Zoom globally, and in-person sessions in Sydney's Inner West. I'm available weekdays and some evenings.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Chronic Illness and Addiction 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • NDIS
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Invoices are sent online and can be paid securely via Stripe. I also work with self-managed or plan-managed NDIS clients. Please reach out with any questions about fees or arrangements.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492
"
Invoices are sent online and can be paid securely via Stripe. I also work with self-managed or plan-managed NDIS clients. Please reach out with any questions about fees or arrangements.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Alison Whitwood

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
  • Counselling, Graduate Diploma of Counselling, Graduated 2026

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board of Medical Examiners National Board Certified Health & Wellness (NBC-HWC) / 2024
  • Diploma from The Crucible Centre Transpersonal Psychology / 2012
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I hold a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, a Professional Diploma of Transpersonal Psychotherapy, and board certification in Health & Wellness Coaching (NBC-HWC), with additional training in somatic therapy and trauma-informed practice. My work is also informed by lived experience of chronic illness.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492
"
I hold a Graduate Diploma of Counselling, a Professional Diploma of Transpersonal Psychotherapy, and board certification in Health & Wellness Coaching (NBC-HWC), with additional training in somatic therapy and trauma-informed practice. My work is also informed by lived experience of chronic illness.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Chronic Illness
  • Addiction

Practice Areas

  • Anxiety
  • Autoimmune conditions
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Nervous system regulation
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I work with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction recovery, chronic illness, burnout, and longstanding emotional patterns. Early sessions help us understand your history, current challenges, and goals. Treatment may involve practical coping tools, emotional processing, nervous system regulation, and building greater self-trust, resilience, and connection.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492
"
I work with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, addiction recovery, chronic illness, burnout, and longstanding emotional patterns. Early sessions help us understand your history, current challenges, and goals. Treatment may involve practical coping tools, emotional processing, nervous system regulation, and building greater self-trust, resilience, and connection.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centred
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Transpersonal
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrative approach tailored to each client's needs. Sometimes therapy involves talking things through clearly and practically. At other times, we may slow things down, build a felt sense of safety, notice emotions in the body, and explore imagery, metaphor, or symbolic themes that emerge in real time. For some clients, this may also include Sandplay Therapy (in person).
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492
"
I use an integrative approach tailored to each client's needs. Sometimes therapy involves talking things through clearly and practically. At other times, we may slow things down, build a felt sense of safety, notice emotions in the body, and explore imagery, metaphor, or symbolic themes that emerge in real time. For some clients, this may also include Sandplay Therapy (in person).
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8261 0492

Location

Primary Location

Ashfield, NSW 2131

(02) 8261 0492

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Nearby Areas

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Postcodes

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I offer online therapy via Zoom globally, and in-person sessions in Sydney's Inner West. I'm available weekdays and some evenings.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8261 0492
"
I offer online therapy via Zoom globally, and in-person sessions in Sydney's Inner West. I'm available weekdays and some evenings.
Photo of Alison Whitwood, Counsellor, ACA-L1
Alison Whitwood
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8261 0492