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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
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James Eckersley

Counsellor, ACA-L1

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Available both in-person and online
620 Bridge Road Richmond, VIC 3121
Life doesn’t always go the way we planned. Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or just unsure of your next move. I can help! My approach is compassionate, collaborative, positive and practical. Together we look at who you really are, what’s happening in your life, and identify realistic steps that help you move forward. I draw on evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenting, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling lost, counselling can help you gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward with greater direction.
Specialising in men's mental health, I help adults and teens know and love themselves, build emotional strength, and move forward with confidence. Using practical, evidence-based counselling and coaching techniques, I offer focused support for confidence, relationships, and life direction without judgement, jargon, or pressure to be someone you’re not.
Life today can be challenging. If you’re carrying more than you let on or something isn’t working anymore, you don’t have to handle it alone. I offer a safe, practical space to steady yourself and move forward with purpose. When you’re ready to take the next step, reach out. Let's have a chat on the phone, to see if we're a good fit for each other.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

620 Bridge Road

Richmond, VIC 3121 map

My website
I am currently available two days a week, with evening session available on Wednesdays. Sessions are conducted online or at 620 Bridge Rd.
I focus on Men's Issues, Life Transitions and Parenting 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Connect with James Eckersley
Photo of James Eckersley, Counsellor, ACA-L1

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

620 Bridge Road

Richmond, VIC 3121 map

My website
I am currently available two days a week, with evening session available on Wednesdays. Sessions are conducted online or at 620 Bridge Rd.
I focus on Men's Issues, Life Transitions and Parenting 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association James Eckersley
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Coaching & Counselling, GDip in Counselling, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Deakin GCert in Coaching & Counselling / 2015
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I have over 18 years experience in teaching and guiding adults and teens. I've worked in education, in disability and in small business. I'm a father of two wonderful late teen boys. I am trained in the more future-focused Coaching modalities, as well as the healing-based Counselling therapies.
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I have over 18 years experience in teaching and guiding adults and teens. I've worked in education, in disability and in small business. I'm a father of two wonderful late teen boys. I am trained in the more future-focused Coaching modalities, as well as the healing-based Counselling therapies.
Photo of James Eckersley, Counsellor, ACA-L1
James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Men's Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting

Practice Areas

  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Do these issues align with your needs?
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Transactional Analysis
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
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James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Location

Primary Location

620 Bridge Road

Richmond, VIC 3121

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I am currently available two days a week, with evening session available on Wednesdays. Sessions are conducted online or at 620 Bridge Rd.
Photo of James Eckersley, Counsellor, ACA-L1
James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1
"
I am currently available two days a week, with evening session available on Wednesdays. Sessions are conducted online or at 620 Bridge Rd.
Photo of James Eckersley, Counsellor, ACA-L1
James Eckersley
Counsellor, ACA-L1