Narrative Counselling in Wide Bay-Burnett, QLD
Christine Steel Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Kingaroy, QLD 4610
Christine can help you uncover a positive alternative narrative that shines a light on your strengths and new possibilities.
Christine is a Clinical Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor. Christine is particularly passionate about assisting people whose stress, anxiety or depression is holding them back from their best life and achieving their goals. She highly skilled at adapting her therapy and communication style to help the client feel at ease. Christine can help you identify thoughts, feelings and behaviours that might be impacting your success and relationships with others. She can support you to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, poor self-esteem or unhealthy relationships. Finding better ways to cope and help you to lead a brighter life.
Christine can help you uncover a positive alternative narrative that shines a light on your strengths and new possibilities.
Christine is a Clinical Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor. Christine is particularly passionate about assisting people whose stress, anxiety or depression is holding them back from their best life and achieving their goals. She highly skilled at adapting her therapy and communication style to help the client feel at ease. Christine can help you identify thoughts, feelings and behaviours that might be impacting your success and relationships with others. She can support you to work through anxiety, depression, trauma, poor self-esteem or unhealthy relationships. Finding better ways to cope and help you to lead a brighter life.
Jacqui Readett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gympie, QLD 4570
Hi, I can help you to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, and other psychological problems through a variety therapies, including EMDR and CBT. I engage with you as a whole, social being, worthy of respect and care, and who could use a hand on your recovery journey. I have helped many people overwhelmed by mental illness, unhelpful behaviours, complex relationships, and difficult circumstances for over 18 years. I am trauma informed, empathic, inclusive, and solution focused. I work alongside you at the pace and manner you prefer, to ensure you feel safe and in control of your therapy.
Hi, I can help you to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, and other psychological problems through a variety therapies, including EMDR and CBT. I engage with you as a whole, social being, worthy of respect and care, and who could use a hand on your recovery journey. I have helped many people overwhelmed by mental illness, unhelpful behaviours, complex relationships, and difficult circumstances for over 18 years. I am trauma informed, empathic, inclusive, and solution focused. I work alongside you at the pace and manner you prefer, to ensure you feel safe and in control of your therapy.
The Wellspring Within
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570
I use a wholistic frame, inclusive of body, mind and spirit in my work as a therapist. I have found that working somatically can be tremendously revealing of inner gems that lay beneath the level of consciousness. They can provide answers, understandings, and can lead to living a fuller life. The use of your spiritual frames of reference in therapy can also bring meaning and can provide leverage for the changes you are wanting to make. You may feel supported to become more whole, self-actualised, self-understanding and accepting of the person you are.
I use a wholistic frame, inclusive of body, mind and spirit in my work as a therapist. I have found that working somatically can be tremendously revealing of inner gems that lay beneath the level of consciousness. They can provide answers, understandings, and can lead to living a fuller life. The use of your spiritual frames of reference in therapy can also bring meaning and can provide leverage for the changes you are wanting to make. You may feel supported to become more whole, self-actualised, self-understanding and accepting of the person you are.
Dean Rogers Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570
My practice is geared for individuals & couples who struggle with relationship issues which may include common healthy relationship barriers such as addiction, anger, anxiety & stress, depression, grief and loss. As a vital aspect of the human experience, fostering healthy social and intimate relationships is a key component of the Positive Relationships client experience. Whether it is strengthening connection through development of emotional intelligence, learning the art of communication or resolving conflict, the Positive Relationship model will help you achieve your mutual relationship goals. Be prepared for a new connection.
My practice is geared for individuals & couples who struggle with relationship issues which may include common healthy relationship barriers such as addiction, anger, anxiety & stress, depression, grief and loss. As a vital aspect of the human experience, fostering healthy social and intimate relationships is a key component of the Positive Relationships client experience. Whether it is strengthening connection through development of emotional intelligence, learning the art of communication or resolving conflict, the Positive Relationship model will help you achieve your mutual relationship goals. Be prepared for a new connection.
Ian Carpenter Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670
I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals and couples to address the underlying causes of a range of mental health conditions. As adults, clients may fail to cope with early childhood trauma resulting in poor coping strategies that disrupt normal daily functioning. An educational-based approach is used where clients get to know themselves better understanding below the surface triggers. A flexible approach to help clients suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, post suicide support, domestic violence, social anxiety, and difficulty in forming relationships.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals and couples to address the underlying causes of a range of mental health conditions. As adults, clients may fail to cope with early childhood trauma resulting in poor coping strategies that disrupt normal daily functioning. An educational-based approach is used where clients get to know themselves better understanding below the surface triggers. A flexible approach to help clients suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship problems, post suicide support, domestic violence, social anxiety, and difficulty in forming relationships.
Holistic Therapy and Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570
I have years of experience supporting people with mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, sleep and much more. I aim to provide a positive experience within the mental health space, you will feel heard and seen, your story matters, you matter, and change is always possible.
I have years of experience supporting people with mental health concerns including trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, sleep and much more. I aim to provide a positive experience within the mental health space, you will feel heard and seen, your story matters, you matter, and change is always possible.
Rohan Watson
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Kingaroy, QLD 4610
My team and I are dedicated to helping clients improve their relationships, outlook on life and overall wellbeing and offer a setting that is accepting, caring, safe and private. My deep commitment is supporting clients in developing the confidence, resilience and insight necessary to transition through life’s challenges with genuinely positive outcomes. The experience of my own private counselling practice, delivery of mental health programs in rural and remote areas of Australia, and conducting psychotherapy services for a significant regional Employee Assistance Program enables me to reach out to people from all walks of life.
My team and I are dedicated to helping clients improve their relationships, outlook on life and overall wellbeing and offer a setting that is accepting, caring, safe and private. My deep commitment is supporting clients in developing the confidence, resilience and insight necessary to transition through life’s challenges with genuinely positive outcomes. The experience of my own private counselling practice, delivery of mental health programs in rural and remote areas of Australia, and conducting psychotherapy services for a significant regional Employee Assistance Program enables me to reach out to people from all walks of life.
Kathleen Murray
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Kathleen of My Psychologist Kathleen, a telepsychology service that provides clients with a variety of treatments. I offer psychological education along with evidence-based techniques for clients to practise and apply in their lives. From personal issues to relationship troubles, you can count on me to help you manage or resolve what worries you.
Hi, I’m Kathleen of My Psychologist Kathleen, a telepsychology service that provides clients with a variety of treatments. I offer psychological education along with evidence-based techniques for clients to practise and apply in their lives. From personal issues to relationship troubles, you can count on me to help you manage or resolve what worries you.
ALIGN Therapies and Social Consultancy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Maryborough, QLD 4650 (Online Only)
Hi! I am Olivia, I’m glad my profile found it’s way to you. Life can be complex, the things that we navigate and survive can often have impacts on our lives and the way we experience our world. Finding the right person to sit beside you in your time of need, is essential to healing. At Align Therapies, we are deeply passionate about sitting with you in your season of healing and supporting you to make sense of your story, however that looks for you.
Hi! I am Olivia, I’m glad my profile found it’s way to you. Life can be complex, the things that we navigate and survive can often have impacts on our lives and the way we experience our world. Finding the right person to sit beside you in your time of need, is essential to healing. At Align Therapies, we are deeply passionate about sitting with you in your season of healing and supporting you to make sense of your story, however that looks for you.
Victoria Rose Emery
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670 (Online Only)
BULK Bill Telehealth service engaging 1-1 with those local, regional and remote in personal or profession issues, also Work Cover. Highly experienced professional assisting you to identify and resolve issues that impact on life's journey and your best YOU! Extensive experience across family, relationships, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem.
BULK Bill Telehealth service engaging 1-1 with those local, regional and remote in personal or profession issues, also Work Cover. Highly experienced professional assisting you to identify and resolve issues that impact on life's journey and your best YOU! Extensive experience across family, relationships, conflict, separation, loss, grief, life span, depression, anxiety, adjustment, pathology, communication, nutritional management, trauma, employment, grievances, conflict resolution, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, trust, boundaries. self-care and self-esteem.
Paula Bessems
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gympie, QLD 4570
I am a compassionate, trauma-informed and strength-based psychologist with a background in Mental Health, Functional Recovery, Disabilities and Behaviour Support. I am able to assist with difficulties across a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, emotional regulation, neurodiversity and relationship difficulties. I offer in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth appointments from Tuesday to Saturday.
I am a compassionate, trauma-informed and strength-based psychologist with a background in Mental Health, Functional Recovery, Disabilities and Behaviour Support. I am able to assist with difficulties across a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, life transitions, parenting, emotional regulation, neurodiversity and relationship difficulties. I offer in-home, in-clinic, and telehealth appointments from Tuesday to Saturday.
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Allied Health Centre Mooloolaba
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570
I feel great compassion for people who struggle with change and adaptation to new circumstances and have spent my professional career working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, adjustment disorder(s), sleep dysfunction, emotional regulation difficulties, identity instability, communication challenges, complex and chronic medical concerns and trauma. No matter what challenges people are faced with I believe that all people have the ability to create a life they would rather be living and I enjoy helping work out how to move towards that.
I feel great compassion for people who struggle with change and adaptation to new circumstances and have spent my professional career working with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, adjustment disorder(s), sleep dysfunction, emotional regulation difficulties, identity instability, communication challenges, complex and chronic medical concerns and trauma. No matter what challenges people are faced with I believe that all people have the ability to create a life they would rather be living and I enjoy helping work out how to move towards that.
Wayne George
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bundaberg Central, QLD 4670 (Online Only)
I believe that every person has great worth and value; each one is born for purpose; within every person is a rich deposit of skills. However, ‘life happens’; situations arise that cloud one’s vision causing one to feel ‘just not worth it’. One doubts oneself and gets bogged down. If that sounds like you, connect with me today and let’s journey together. You are worth it! Samway Counselling Services is an online counselling service that aims to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to talk, unpack and unload.
I believe that every person has great worth and value; each one is born for purpose; within every person is a rich deposit of skills. However, ‘life happens’; situations arise that cloud one’s vision causing one to feel ‘just not worth it’. One doubts oneself and gets bogged down. If that sounds like you, connect with me today and let’s journey together. You are worth it! Samway Counselling Services is an online counselling service that aims to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to talk, unpack and unload.
Heidi Germann
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
Psychologists and Counsellors
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Not Verified Not Verified
Gympie, QLD 4570 (Online Only)
Are you wanting help to change an area of your life? Perhaps you want to change a habit, adapt to change, explore new a new career, grow your business, or improve your mental health. Perhaps you are curious if you have ASD or ADHD. Maybe you have a loved one with potential intellectual impairment. Or maybe you have a challenge in life and need professional support to help you. Whatever it is, the therapeutic support of a psychologist can make a difference.
Are you wanting help to change an area of your life? Perhaps you want to change a habit, adapt to change, explore new a new career, grow your business, or improve your mental health. Perhaps you are curious if you have ASD or ADHD. Maybe you have a loved one with potential intellectual impairment. Or maybe you have a challenge in life and need professional support to help you. Whatever it is, the therapeutic support of a psychologist can make a difference.
Peter Wright
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maryborough, QLD 4650
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of family life, or your relationship with your partner, co-parent, or children is becoming fractured. You love your family, you want to turn things around, but you aren't sure where to start. It only takes one person to begin the process of change for your family. Are you ready to be that person?
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of family life, or your relationship with your partner, co-parent, or children is becoming fractured. You love your family, you want to turn things around, but you aren't sure where to start. It only takes one person to begin the process of change for your family. Are you ready to be that person?
Online Therapists
Lisa Albion
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pomona, QLD 4568
Prior to becoming a counsellor, I worked in the field of education for over thirty years in Australia, Canada, South East Asia and the Balkans. My experience of a diverse range of cultures, perspectives and ways of knowing and being greatly informs my counselling practice. My commitment to my own healing and learning along with my passion for supporting others with theirs is what led me into the field of counselling and psychotherapy. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, holistic space for those who are on a path of personal growth and healing.
Prior to becoming a counsellor, I worked in the field of education for over thirty years in Australia, Canada, South East Asia and the Balkans. My experience of a diverse range of cultures, perspectives and ways of knowing and being greatly informs my counselling practice. My commitment to my own healing and learning along with my passion for supporting others with theirs is what led me into the field of counselling and psychotherapy. I am committed to providing a safe, supportive, holistic space for those who are on a path of personal growth and healing.
Michelle Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Palmwoods, QLD 4555
My name is Michelle Jackson and I have been working in mental health for over 30 years in various settings. I have an incredible passion and commitment to working with people whose lives have been pushed around by a broad range of mental health issues. I hope in meeting with people that they will feel heard, validated, and not judged. I hope that people will leave each conversation having had a very different sort of conversation, a conversation where people leave with a greater understanding of their issues and the context surrounding the issue, what they might be preferring for their life and how that might be possible.
My name is Michelle Jackson and I have been working in mental health for over 30 years in various settings. I have an incredible passion and commitment to working with people whose lives have been pushed around by a broad range of mental health issues. I hope in meeting with people that they will feel heard, validated, and not judged. I hope that people will leave each conversation having had a very different sort of conversation, a conversation where people leave with a greater understanding of their issues and the context surrounding the issue, what they might be preferring for their life and how that might be possible.
Leanne Storey
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Woombye, QLD 4559
Recovery from poor body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders is possible. This journey looks different for every individual. Seeking help on this journey is critical. Whether you are new to counselling or have explored counselling previously, every counsellor's approach is different. You and your journey are unique, and so are we as counsellors. If you would like to explore how I might be able to help you navigate your story, your way, please reach out!
Recovery from poor body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders is possible. This journey looks different for every individual. Seeking help on this journey is critical. Whether you are new to counselling or have explored counselling previously, every counsellor's approach is different. You and your journey are unique, and so are we as counsellors. If you would like to explore how I might be able to help you navigate your story, your way, please reach out!
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Narrative Counsellors
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds — perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.