Counselling in Hunter Region, NSW

Would you like to grow in confidence and skill to deepen your connection to your self and the ones you love? Do you want to improve your relationships and wellbeing? If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you. Sometimes we need a guide to empower us to explore our inner world and discover tools to help us move forward.

Do you need help to take control of your drinking? Are you drinking too often, too much, binging or experiencing cravings? Have you tried to cut down only to relapse, feeling isolated and overwhelmed? Have you become anxious or depressed because of your drinking? If your drinking is threatening your physical or mental health, your job, your relationships, your finances or your family life, it's time to take control, and restore your mental health and wellbeing. Our telehealth program, complements The Sinclair Method (TSM), and offers you an effective alternative to the traditional detox and rehab pathway to recovery

I enjoy working clinically with a diverse range of groups, however, I have a particular interest in trauma, C-PTSD, grief, relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions (such as separation), personality disorders (e.g. Borderline Personality Disorder and those who are managing difficult relationships with narcissistic personalities), and religious trauma and/or traumatic abuse from cults.

Cathy is an engaging and creative counsellor with many years of counselling experience. She is passionate and dedicated to supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families to thrive. Cathy works alongside her clients to create their fulfilling life, to strengthen their resilience and expand their resources to enable them to weather the rough patches and stressors that life brings.

Nicole is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience providing psychological services across a broad range of settings. Nicole was born and raised in the Lake Macquarie area but spent her early career in remote country NSW before returning to the Hunter. Her down to earth, warm and relatable nature has helped her provide psychological care to everyday people from many walks of life.

Renee is a compassionate and approachable psychologist, known for her warm and friendly demeanour. Her primary focus is on fostering a secure and trusting environment in her therapeutic relationships, which enables a cooperative approach where she dedicates time to comprehending the unique requirements and aspirations of each individual. Renee draws upon a diverse array of therapeutic techniques in her approach to care, including: Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy Neurofeedback Mindfulness-based strategies Interpersonal therapies Renee tailors her approach to suit the distinct needs of her clients.

Sometimes life feels like it is getting out of hand. You are transitioning through different phases of life and your expectations are changing as you do. You are frustrated that things are not going the way you had hoped or planned, and you aren't sure why? You may not be connected in the ways you'd like with your family or friends, so you don't have the personal support network that people are designed to rely upon. You wonder how other people manage and you feel like you should be, too...but you don't feel like you have any control and you aren't sure how to create meaningful change. You just need some help without judgement.

I'm a provisional psychologist who utilises aspects of CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing to help individuals with a range of mental health conditions and diagnoses. I focus on taking a person-centred approach to help clients reach their goals and build confidence and resilience.

Emma is a Clinical Psychologist with a warm and flexible approach. She aims to work collaboratively with her clients to help them identify, understand and overcome challenges they are facing. She has experience working with individuals presenting with a range of difficulties and concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, eating disorders, drug and alcohol issues and more. Her approach focuses on providing evidence-based treatments, primarily within a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) framework, while also drawing on other modalities such as schema therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

I am a registered Clinical Counsellor, Psychotherapist, and Hypnotherapist, and I have been providing counselling for 9 years. Are you seeking a warm space with a person-centered genuine depth of listening without judgement. I provide you a safe and supportive environment to hear your concerns. Choosing a counsellor who is a good match for you is imperative to your journey of meeting your individual needs. I am dedicated and I have genuine concern for your health and wellbeing on a holistic level and approach these topics with compassion and empathy while you shift toward harmony and wellbeing.

We are born to be in connection with others especially during struggle so we may thrive. I am passionate about supporting people to connect deeply and authentically with their sense of self and relationships. I support clients to gain a deeper awareness of their situation, identify wants and dreams, process barriers and pain, to discover the strengths and supports available to enhance well-being and relationships! I deeply value the therapeutic relationship and am compassionate, experiential, motivational and relational and offer this freely within my sessions so you may step into your best, true self all the time.

Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.

You just want to be free to enjoy life, but find yourself stuck and struggling to move forward. Are painful experiences from the past holding you back and keeping you stuck? Do you feel anxious, angry, overwhelmed, disconnected or depressed? Do you find yourself easily triggered by reminders of the past? You have a sense that the pain you have tried to leave in the past is what’s keeping you from enjoying the present. You’re looking for someone to help you heal and move forward.

I work clinically with a diverse range of individuals, with a particular interest in anxiety, trauma, relationship/communication concerns, attentional difficulties and depression.

If you're experiencing anything that has reached you at a deeper level in life, whether it be a visitation from a deceased loved one, a vision of the future, a soul connection, a near-death experience, feeling like you're not on the right path, strange energetic experiences, a feeling there's something you need to do or achieve in this life or anything you would struggle to tell others about, I might be the right practitioner for you.

Hi there! I'm Nikki (she/her) a Counsellor (ACA L3) and owner of Real Talk Counselling Services based on Awabakal country. I offer Telehealth counselling sessions, with a focus on helping my clients to prioritise their needs, encourage meaningful self-reflection and support them to achieve their therapeutic goals. I have experience supporting people wanting to work on a range of themes and issues including self-care, managing emotions and behaviour, self-exploration and developing/maintaining healthy boundaries and relationships with others. I don't claim to have all the answers, but I'll walk alongside you to help you find yours.

During Ross' 22 years of work as a Psychologist, he has consistently valued the opportunity to help all clients in a caring, compassionate and professional way. He provides psychological support and intervention, using effective and evidence-based best practice, to help individuals, families and organisations, improve their mental health and wellbeing.

Amanda is a warm and caring psychologist who enjoys working collaboratively with her clients. She focuses on creating a secure and friendly environment where individuals can feel safe and empowered to cope with life challenges. Amanda has qualifications in both Education and Psychology. She has extensive experience in educational and psychological assessments and interventions for children and adolescents. She has expertise in the diagnosis of learning disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, and a range of mental health presentations including anxiety and depression. Amanda tailors interventions for the individual's needs.

I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change in their lives. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful therapeutic relationship and appreciate each client’s uniqueness. I view therapy as a collaborative process between the client and myself where the client is respected as the expert in their own life. I work within a person-centered and strength-based framework seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. I tailor my therapeutic approach to each client’s needs and draws on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices.