Counselling in Hunter Region, NSW

I believe everyone has the ability to heal themselves with appropriate guidance and support, and all men and women have the power to achieve self-actualisation (realise fully one's potential), via expansion of consciousness.

I see people who experience situational issues but also for more ongoing challenges where they have noticed repeated patterns occurring in their life. This can be concerns relating to depression, stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, loss, identity, self-esteem, life transition, work pressure, childhood trauma or simply to connect with a therapist to maintain mental health. I also work with people who experience situational or ongoing suicidal thoughts. At a foundation level, I work from a humanistic, trauma-informed and relational framework.

Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.

Are you struggling with worry, stress, or low mood? Are you having trouble sleeping? Are you experiencing challenges that feel out of your control? Do you need help navigating these challenges and help to manage the distress you are experiencing? Based in Parramatta NSW, and via telehealth, I work with individuals experiencing distress, anxiety, depression, low mood, grief and loss, workplace stress and burn-out, work-life balance (and more). I'm here to guide and support your well-being by providing evidence-based therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences.

We can all face difficulties like anxiety, stress and depression at one time or another and sometimes we need help to navigate these times. I specialise in working with adolescents and adults who have experienced grief and loss, PTSD, attachment/childhood trauma and intergenerational trauma. It is important to me that you feel comfortable and safe. We work out your goals and a pathway toward them together. I invite you to take a step and reach out. I am happy to have an obligation-free talk to see if I can meet your needs before you book a session.

Neurological conditions affect both the patient and their family. I offer my services to both. Neurological disorders are doubtless among the most frightening illnesses that human beings face. Knowledge is sometimes the only power there is against the vagaries of these ailments. That is where counselling from a specialist psychotherapist comes in. I will make an assessment of the patient’s condition and take a medical history. I will also work with the patient’s doctor to coordinate the psychotherapy with medical treatment. I offer sessions by Phone, Skype, FaceTime and ZOOM. Call me and let’s discuss possible therapeutic options.

I have over 20 years of experience providing counselling and psychotherapy for people with a broad range of mental health challenges. I specialise in working with trauma, Post Traumatic Stress and cross-cultural mental health as an experienced trauma counsellor in a community setting. My approach is collaborative, non-judgemental and trauma and polyvagal-informed. I value self empowerment and interconnectedness and embrace all forms of diversity. I take a holistic, integrative and embodied approach, attending to the connection of mind, body, spirit, and the environment.