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Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2

Deborah May

Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Watson, ACT 2602
Let's Connect (02) 5121 9374
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Anxiety, depression, low moods, disorientation and purposeless are common, understandable and often immobilising responses to challenging life events. I can help you resolve the most difficult of experiences and feelings following bereavement, serious illness, marginalisation, loss of work or relationships, or from just living in this challenging world. I can help you with immediate challenges and help you heal and integrate past wounds so you can go on to live your best life. Knowing someone cares, is deeply listening and can meet your deepest fears and unresolved feelings can be truly life-changing - I know!
I use an integrated, person centred, humanistic approach to support clients affected by challenging life events or who have been marginalised simply for being themselves. I will help you to find courage, acceptance and resolve to navigate the most difficult of experiences and feelings and to find a pathway through.
I offer a compassionate non judgmental space where together, we make sense of your experiences and feelings, explore your inner wisdom, and identify strengths and resources to get you back on your feet and enjoying life again. Email or call me to organise a free 15 minute chat.
Call or Deborah May now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 5121 9374

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Watson, ACT 2602

(02) 5121 9374
I'm located in a quiet welcoming space in Watson. Parking is free. I work on Saturday, Monday, Thursday and/or Friday.
I focus on Life Transitions, Bereavement and Depression 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Better counsellor than videographer! But here's a small intro!
Deborah May
Let's Connect (02) 5121 9374
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Watson, ACT 2602

(02) 5121 9374
I'm located in a quiet welcoming space in Watson. Parking is free. I work on Saturday, Monday, Thursday and/or Friday.
I focus on Life Transitions, Bereavement and Depression 
$125 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Better counsellor than videographer! But here's a small intro!
Deborah May

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
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I offer concession rates. Just ask.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374
"
I offer concession rates. Just ask.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Deborah May
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Counselling, executive coach, mindfulness meditation, organisational and systems dynamics, Masters of Counselling, Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from ANU in Faculty of Law (LLB) Bachelor of Laws / 1985
  • Degree/Diploma from ANU in Faculty of Arts (BA) Bachelor of Arts / 1983
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I am a former coach with 25 years experience working with hundreds of individuals, from diverse backgrounds. I have a Masters of Counselling, have worked in a cancer clinic and am a lifeline crisis worker. I am a mother, grandmother and attuned observer of people and life.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374
"
I am a former coach with 25 years experience working with hundreds of individuals, from diverse backgrounds. I have a Masters of Counselling, have worked in a cancer clinic and am a lifeline crisis worker. I am a mother, grandmother and attuned observer of people and life.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Life Transitions
  • Bereavement
  • Depression

Practice Areas

  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Eco-grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I assist clients cope with challenging life events, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I am person centred and emotions focused. I listen deeply to who you are, to understand your experience and walk with you on your journey. I connect you with your inner wisdom, and together we develop a plan to live the best possible life from here. Clients typically feel empowered, valued and hopeful.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374
"
I assist clients cope with challenging life events, loss, grief, depression and anxiety. I am person centred and emotions focused. I listen deeply to who you are, to understand your experience and walk with you on your journey. I connect you with your inner wisdom, and together we develop a plan to live the best possible life from here. Clients typically feel empowered, valued and hopeful.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374

2 Endorsements

Rebecca Tregurtha Counsellor in Canberra
Rebecca Tregurtha Counsellor in Canberra
CounsellorACA-L2
Deb is a wise and soulful counsellor with a deep understanding of life's difficult stages. Her compassionate approach will support you to draw on your own insight and strengths in a supportive environment.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a humanistic, emotional focused existential therapeutic modality. You come first. I seek to understand and connect you with your lived experience, how it feels, how it affects you and others and how it is possible to accept what is happening, however difficult, in the context of your life.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374
"
I use a humanistic, emotional focused existential therapeutic modality. You come first. I seek to understand and connect you with your lived experience, how it feels, how it affects you and others and how it is possible to accept what is happening, however difficult, in the context of your life.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 5121 9374

Location

Primary Location

Watson, ACT 2602

(02) 5121 9374
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I'm located in a quiet welcoming space in Watson. Parking is free. I work on Saturday, Monday, Thursday and/or Friday.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 5121 9374
"
I'm located in a quiet welcoming space in Watson. Parking is free. I work on Saturday, Monday, Thursday and/or Friday.
Photo of Deborah May, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Deborah May
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 5121 9374