Gestalt Counselling in Mid North Coast, NSW
Using a range of modalities including EMDR, Gestalt therapy, IFS, ACT, and CBT I can help you regain your sense of trust in yourself and in life.
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
Using a range of modalities including EMDR, Gestalt therapy, IFS, ACT, and CBT I can help you regain your sense of trust in yourself and in life.
I am a qualified, skilled and highly experienced therapist with over 20 years in practice. My approach is warm, compassionate and effective. I am committed to working in collaboration with you to develop an individualised and specifically tailored course of therapy that works. I offer short term counselling to target specific issues, and longer term therapy to identify, explore, and resolve the deeper underlying patterns and drivers of distress. I will help you understand yourself better, gain the skills you need to stay well and happy, and move towards living a life of choice, freedom and peace.
I trained in Psychology and Law at Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and Monash University; and completed specialist clinical training in Gestalt psychotherapy.
Walking this path often requires integrating healthy anger, refining boundaries, working with shame, releasing chronic freeze and restoring nervous system flexibility. We also work to reinstate the body-mind's innate capacity to process/release stagnant emotion and sensation; this process is critical to resolve anxiety and depression symptoms at their root.
I trained in Psychology and Law at Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and Monash University; and completed specialist clinical training in Gestalt psychotherapy.
Walking this path often requires integrating healthy anger, refining boundaries, working with shame, releasing chronic freeze and restoring nervous system flexibility. We also work to reinstate the body-mind's innate capacity to process/release stagnant emotion and sensation; this process is critical to resolve anxiety and depression symptoms at their root.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Reaching out for support is the hardest step and my job is to make that step as comfortable as possible. My aim each session is to leave you in a better emotional place than when you arrived, with tools for you to achieve and maintain ongoing emotional wellbeing and resilience. I work with a trauma informed, person centred approach. I support you to explore, identify and heal the underlying issues that create conflict, cause disruption or impact your quality of life. I believe trauma to be an experience of anything that takes you away from being your authentic self. Employee Assistance Program, NDIS & NSW Victims sessions available.
Reaching out for support is the hardest step and my job is to make that step as comfortable as possible. My aim each session is to leave you in a better emotional place than when you arrived, with tools for you to achieve and maintain ongoing emotional wellbeing and resilience. I work with a trauma informed, person centred approach. I support you to explore, identify and heal the underlying issues that create conflict, cause disruption or impact your quality of life. I believe trauma to be an experience of anything that takes you away from being your authentic self. Employee Assistance Program, NDIS & NSW Victims sessions available.
Shelley is a dedicated mental health social worker with an unwavering commitment to promoting emotional well-being and resilience. With a background of nine years in the Mental Health field as a counsellor, and two and a half years in Private Practice, Shelley brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her work. In her practice, Shelley employs evidence-based therapies, understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health challenges. She is deeply committed to staying current with the latest developments in the field, ensuring that her clients receive the most effective and up-to-date support available.
Shelley is a dedicated mental health social worker with an unwavering commitment to promoting emotional well-being and resilience. With a background of nine years in the Mental Health field as a counsellor, and two and a half years in Private Practice, Shelley brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her work. In her practice, Shelley employs evidence-based therapies, understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health challenges. She is deeply committed to staying current with the latest developments in the field, ensuring that her clients receive the most effective and up-to-date support available.
Olivia's experience as a Clinical Counsellor comes with more than 1.5 decades in private practice and pastoral care roles. Specialising in anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, workplace bullying, addictions, relationship counselling, family/blended, mediation, child and young adults, grief and anger management. Clientele utilise workplace EAP, Work Cover (SIRA qualified) and NDIS & private clients with an age range of 6 to 85 years. Face to Face, Video-link or Phone sessions are offered. Olivia who is known for her sincere, peaceful and non-judgmental manner uses evidence based therapies recognising there is no one size fits all.
Olivia's experience as a Clinical Counsellor comes with more than 1.5 decades in private practice and pastoral care roles. Specialising in anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, workplace bullying, addictions, relationship counselling, family/blended, mediation, child and young adults, grief and anger management. Clientele utilise workplace EAP, Work Cover (SIRA qualified) and NDIS & private clients with an age range of 6 to 85 years. Face to Face, Video-link or Phone sessions are offered. Olivia who is known for her sincere, peaceful and non-judgmental manner uses evidence based therapies recognising there is no one size fits all.
Hello, my name is Katherine from Nature, Nurture and Resilience Counselling Services and I integrate mental health and environmental health.
I provide a range of services that help clients navigate our complex world. Many people today are struggling to cope with an overload of daily life stressors and future concerns, so much so, that when life events additionally happen a critical point is reached.
Additionally, my services help people with climate anxiety or in the aftermath of climate events (i.e fires, floods, cyclones, etc) and assist volunteers and emergency workers with trauma, compassion fatigue and burnout.
Hello, my name is Katherine from Nature, Nurture and Resilience Counselling Services and I integrate mental health and environmental health.
I provide a range of services that help clients navigate our complex world. Many people today are struggling to cope with an overload of daily life stressors and future concerns, so much so, that when life events additionally happen a critical point is reached.
Additionally, my services help people with climate anxiety or in the aftermath of climate events (i.e fires, floods, cyclones, etc) and assist volunteers and emergency workers with trauma, compassion fatigue and burnout.
Immediate availability online, no waitlist. If you are struggling in your relationships - either with others or with yourself - and are ready to do the deeper work of healing attachment injuries and wounds from your past, reach out. We'll work together long-term so that you can feel more connected to yourself and feel more present in the world around you. I'm here to help with a wide variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, identity, relationships, loneliness, isolation, grief and loss.
Immediate availability online, no waitlist. If you are struggling in your relationships - either with others or with yourself - and are ready to do the deeper work of healing attachment injuries and wounds from your past, reach out. We'll work together long-term so that you can feel more connected to yourself and feel more present in the world around you. I'm here to help with a wide variety of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, identity, relationships, loneliness, isolation, grief and loss.
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
Real People Counselling with Johanna Treweeke, MSW
Psychotherapist, AASW
Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients. Online counselling, coaching, and psychotherapy. Together, we discover what works best for YOU. I help adults, couples and families find success with emotional and mental health challenges, gain greater well-being and a rediscover a sense of meaning and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
Not accepting new clients. Online counselling, coaching, and psychotherapy. Together, we discover what works best for YOU. I help adults, couples and families find success with emotional and mental health challenges, gain greater well-being and a rediscover a sense of meaning and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
Online Therapists
Andrew Lindsay
Psychologist, PsychD, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard sometimes and, even if you think you're more neuro-typical, we are all masking to some degree. Finding a place where we can gradually unmask and be real with what is happening for us might be a little challenging to start but ultimately it's a huge relief! Having a place where you don't have to say anything, but you can say anything, seems to be the most important factor in getting along in the world and feeling less alone. I enjoy being one of those people for people... it's my jam! ...because it's real, I know we all suffer at times, and I feel privileged to sit in that space with a person.
Life can be hard sometimes and, even if you think you're more neuro-typical, we are all masking to some degree. Finding a place where we can gradually unmask and be real with what is happening for us might be a little challenging to start but ultimately it's a huge relief! Having a place where you don't have to say anything, but you can say anything, seems to be the most important factor in getting along in the world and feeling less alone. I enjoy being one of those people for people... it's my jam! ...because it's real, I know we all suffer at times, and I feel privileged to sit in that space with a person.
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Gestalt Counsellors
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behaviour, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.