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Hopeful Heart Counselling

Counsellor, MC, PACFA

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Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Available online only
Glenwood, NSW 2768
At Hopeful Heart we offer online counselling including individual therapy, couples counselling and group wellbeing workshops. We hope to create a safe space for you to feel seen heard and understood. We wish to come along side you as you navigate life's challenges and help you move towards the best version of yourself.
Meet Bernadette, a compassionate counsellor with extensive experience helping children and families. She specializes in school refusal, suicidal tendencies, and trauma. Bernadette also supports families through separation, fostering better co-parenting. Her approach nurtures wellness with a hopeful heart.
When challenges come into our lives we don't have to do this alone, please reach out for support today. The decision to call is often the hardest move to make. Please call now.
Call or Hopeful Heart Counselling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 8609 3037

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Glenwood, NSW 2768

(02) 8609 3037
Website
We offer counselling online. After hours sessions available to fit your schedule. Looking forward to meeting up soon.
I focus on Depression, Parenting and Anxiety 
$95 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (02) 8609 3037
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Glenwood, NSW 2768

(02) 8609 3037
Website
We offer counselling online. After hours sessions available to fit your schedule. Looking forward to meeting up soon.
I focus on Depression, Parenting and Anxiety 
$95 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $95
  • Couple Sessions $120

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • AHM Health
  • Bupa
  • HCF, ARHG
  • Medibank Private
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Please ask about fees or use of insurance when we speak on our 15-minute call. Afterpay also available.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037
"
Please ask about fees or use of insurance when we speak on our 15-minute call. Afterpay also available.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037

Qualifications

    Counsellor: Bernadette D'Silva

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Bernadette D'Silva
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from ACU in Visual Arts (B.E.d) Bachelor of Education / 1990
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Feel free to ask about our qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037
"
Feel free to ask about our qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Depression
  • Parenting
  • Anxiety

Practice Areas

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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We specialise in supporting people who are navigating life through difficult times. Together, we dive deeply to understand what factors may be impacting your present life. Many clients notice their emotions beginning to lift within the first few weeks as they implement some practical tools. Looking forward to connecting with you.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037
"
We specialise in supporting people who are navigating life through difficult times. Together, we dive deeply to understand what factors may be impacting your present life. Many clients notice their emotions beginning to lift within the first few weeks as they implement some practical tools. Looking forward to connecting with you.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037

Endorsement

Big Light Counselling
Big Light Counselling
CounsellorMAACA-L2
Bernadette is a deeply empathic and warm counsellor who just "gets it". Bernadette meets people exactly where they are and creates a space where you can really explore the deep things of life with a sense of peace and hope

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centred
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We have availability for new clients. Please call today.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037
"
We have availability for new clients. Please call today.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8609 3037

Location

Primary Location

Glenwood, NSW 2768

(02) 8609 3037
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We offer counselling online. After hours sessions available to fit your schedule. Looking forward to meeting up soon.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8609 3037
"
We offer counselling online. After hours sessions available to fit your schedule. Looking forward to meeting up soon.
Photo of Bernadette D'Silva - Hopeful Heart Counselling, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Hopeful Heart Counselling
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8609 3037