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Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

Samantha McDonnell

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW (she, her)

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Lockleys, SA 5032
(08) 7008 9655
Let's Connect (08) 7008 9655
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I'm a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor, and I support individuals to manage complex or distressing grief experiences, and adjustment difficulties following the death of loved one. I provide a supportive and reflective space to talk about the person who has died, and to understand your unique grief experiences and grief responses. I can assist you to recognise and utilise existing personal resources and strengths, and to help you to build additional effective coping skills to manage to impacts of your grief, and to adjust to the changed life and the secondary losses that arise in bereavement.
My specialist grief knowledge and counselling expertise comes from over 12 years’ experience in a palliative care setting as a senior clinician. In this role, and in private practice, I have supported a diverse range of adult experiencing significant grief and loss, and mental health concerns related to having a terminal illness, caregiving and bereavement.
My aim is to assist you to restore your identity, confidence, and well-being, and to find new meaning and purpose in the face of significant loss. Please contact me if you have any questions, or to discuss how I may be able to assist you. Please note: For non bereavement or illness related grief concerns, I recommend seeing an alternative therapist.
Call or Samantha McDonnell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (08) 7008 9655

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Lockleys, SA 5032

(08) 7008 9655
I offer telehealth-based phone or video counselling sessions. Appointments are available Mondays - Thursdays, between 0900-1700 (ACST)
I focus on Bereavement, Loss and Grief and Life Transitions 
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (08) 7008 9655
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Lockleys, SA 5032

(08) 7008 9655
I offer telehealth-based phone or video counselling sessions. Appointments are available Mondays - Thursdays, between 0900-1700 (ACST)
I focus on Bereavement, Loss and Grief and Life Transitions 
$190 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $190
  • Couple Sessions $240
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Bupa
  • Medicare Rebates
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Full payment is required at each appointment. Medicare rebates of $85.20 may apply for individuals with a current GP mental health care plan. Please note: A fee may apply for late cancellations of less that 48 hrs notice.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655
"
Full payment is required at each appointment. Medicare rebates of $85.20 may apply for individuals with a current GP mental health care plan. Please note: A fee may apply for late cancellations of less that 48 hrs notice.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Samantha McDonnell

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 18 years
  • Post-graduate Master of Social Work, completed at Flinders University, Master of Social Work (MSW), Graduated 2007

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Accredited Social Workers
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Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (08) 7008 9655
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (08) 7008 9655

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Bereavement
  • Loss and Grief
  • Life Transitions

Practice Areas

  • Anxiety, Depression, Trauma (bereavement related)
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Stress
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As a grief and bereavement specialist, my experience, skills and knowledge are likely to be of most benefit for those whose primary concerns and support needs are centrally related to bereavement, and/or grief related to chronic or life-limiting illness, or caregiving roles.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655
"
As a grief and bereavement specialist, my experience, skills and knowledge are likely to be of most benefit for those whose primary concerns and support needs are centrally related to bereavement, and/or grief related to chronic or life-limiting illness, or caregiving roles.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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At our first session, my aim is to understand your goals and grief and bereavement support needs, through creating a safe and nurturing space that facilities reflective discussion and expression of your unique grief experiences and concerns. Together, we'll tailor a personalised session plan, including the therapy approach and interventions, that are most likely to be helpful for your situation.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655
"
At our first session, my aim is to understand your goals and grief and bereavement support needs, through creating a safe and nurturing space that facilities reflective discussion and expression of your unique grief experiences and concerns. Together, we'll tailor a personalised session plan, including the therapy approach and interventions, that are most likely to be helpful for your situation.
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 9655

Location

Primary Location

Lockleys, SA 5032

(08) 7008 9655

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I offer telehealth-based phone or video counselling sessions. Appointments are available Mondays - Thursdays, between 0900-1700 (ACST)
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (08) 7008 9655
"
I offer telehealth-based phone or video counselling sessions. Appointments are available Mondays - Thursdays, between 0900-1700 (ACST)
Photo of Samantha McDonnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Samantha McDonnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (08) 7008 9655