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Athena Hammond

Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2 (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Mullumbimby, NSW 2482
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Hi, I'm Athena. I'm a counsellor and psychotherapist who runs a very warm, grounded and affirming therapy practice. People I see are often exploring issues of identity, trauma, culture, selfhood, connection, trust and love. I'm a midwife, so work a lot with childbearing women and people, partners, midwives & obstetricians. I originally trained as a person-centred counsellor and a relational psychotherapist, and now incorporate parts work (IFS), somatic approaches, nervous system regulation, and creative practices into our sessions.
I'm a compassionate listener and a paradigm-questioner, and I see therapy as a collaborative process. I have experience supporting clients impacted by trauma, relationship difficulties, professional burnout, heartbreak and the question of how to hold hope in uncertain times.
If you are curious about working together, I'd invite you to reach out and connect with me. Contacting via a website can feel a bit impersonal, but I can assure you that that there is a warm, responsive human here at this end.
Call or Athena Hammond now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 5603 2512

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mullumbimby, NSW 2482

(02) 5603 2512
My website
I can see you in person if you live in the Northern Rivers, or online via video call.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Life Transitions 
$160 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (02) 5603 2512
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Mullumbimby, NSW 2482

(02) 5603 2512
My website
I can see you in person if you live in the Northern Rivers, or online via video call.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Life Transitions 
$160 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Paypal
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Sessions are either full fee or concession rate and you will be invoiced after each session.
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Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512
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Sessions are either full fee or concession rate and you will be invoiced after each session.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Athena Dee Hammond

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Psychotherapist , Master of Psychotherapy & Counselling, Graduated 2022

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from UTS in Midwifery (B.Mid) Bachelor of Midwifery / 2007
  • Diploma from WSU Counselling / 2020
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I hold a Masters of Psychotherapy & Counselling, and a PhD in Midwifery. I've been in private psychotherapy practice for 5 years and have additional training in trauma-informed approaches including IFS and somatic regulation.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512
"
I hold a Masters of Psychotherapy & Counselling, and a PhD in Midwifery. I've been in private psychotherapy practice for 5 years and have additional training in trauma-informed approaches including IFS and somatic regulation.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Life Transitions

Practice Areas

  • Anxiety
  • Birth trauma
  • Bisexual
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with diverse clients who have experienced trauma, with a special focus on birth trauma. I also see young women and LGBTQIA folks struggling with identity politics, relationships, anxiety and selfhood. Together, we find ways of working that support compassion, reduce self-blame and promote hope.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512
"
I work with diverse clients who have experienced trauma, with a special focus on birth trauma. I also see young women and LGBTQIA folks struggling with identity politics, relationships, anxiety and selfhood. Together, we find ways of working that support compassion, reduce self-blame and promote hope.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Feminist
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I am an integrative therapist from the humanistic tradition. This means I try hard to find ways of working that feel meaningful for you. I use a relational, attachment focused approach as I believe the safety & quality of the relationship we develop is the key to good therapy. Lots of my clients love IFS (parts) work, which is a creative, gentle and often very funny way to explore your stuff.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512
"
I am an integrative therapist from the humanistic tradition. This means I try hard to find ways of working that feel meaningful for you. I use a relational, attachment focused approach as I believe the safety & quality of the relationship we develop is the key to good therapy. Lots of my clients love IFS (parts) work, which is a creative, gentle and often very funny way to explore your stuff.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5603 2512

Location

Primary Location

Mullumbimby, NSW 2482

(02) 5603 2512

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Postcodes

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I can see you in person if you live in the Northern Rivers, or online via video call.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 5603 2512
"
I can see you in person if you live in the Northern Rivers, or online via video call.
Photo of Athena Hammond, Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Athena Hammond
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 5603 2512