Counselling in Legana, TAS

What would you like to change? Is there something you feel is holding you back but you just can't figure out what or why? Sometimes you might just want someone to talk to that isn't a friend or family member to give you an independent insight to a problem. Whatever you are looking for, I can help you reframe what isn't working and give you a different perspective. I've helped many people see their lives more clearly and be the person they want to be. Regularly I get feedback from my clients that they feel lighter just by talking to me.

I find joy in working with clients who identify as Christian. I am interested in helping struggling Christians find peace, when suffering from any challenging life issue. I counsel from a Christ-centred perspective using a Bible based approach to suffering. Relationships and life's troubles can cause much grief but they don't have to. There is purpose in all that life throws at us, and our reactions, choices and behaviours can be opportunities for positive change in us. This change is not just a Biblical formula but God's work in us, to make us become the person He created us to be. It is a privledge to walk with you through this

I have a passion for supporting men and young men in the ever changing world we now live in. The rules are changing rapidly and sometimes it is difficult to know how to make sense of it all and yet be true to ourselves. Learning how to stay safe in a world of family and interpersonal violence, substance use, grief and loss and so many other stresses, when we feel isolated and alone, is challenging and this is where I can help. I support couples and individuals too.

The client informs my counselling approach, not any theory or modality. It's about making the client feel comfortable and being able to communicate confidently with an end goal in sight. I follow the 80/20 rule in counselling; the client talks 80% of the time, and I respond 20% of the time. With 13+ years working as a mental health nurse, both in the private and public sector, I have helped hundreds of clients and I am versed in all facets of mental health counselling. As a counsellor, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing, helping individuals overcome challenges to achieve lasting positive change.

Many of my clients have relationship issues with their partner, family member, or employer. Sometimes clients present with emotional difficulties, addictions, or even physical pain. If you have ever had trauma or loss in your life, then I work with your strengths to explore avenues towards happiness again. I like to explore your past and present relationships and undercover patterns, behaviours, and your reactions to situations.

Windsor Allied Health (formerly known as Windsor Psychology) is a group private practice in Riverside just outside Launceston, Tasmania. We also deliver services in the greater North and North-West region of Tasmania. Our growing team consists of nine psychologists, five provisional psychologists, one speech pathologist and four support and admin personnel. We are a team of solution-focused psychologists. At Windsor Psychology, we focus on the mental health of families and more specifically, the psychological wellbeing of children and adolescents.

Making changes to patterns of behaviour can become easier when we learn why we behave the way we do. I support my clients to find their own best ways to overcome the hard times and celebrate the better times. I enjoy working with people who are ready to understand, grow and learn about who they are - where they've come from and where they are going. If you feel although you are ready to explore - get in touch!

At Centre 31 we understand that counselling can be beneficial for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Our team provides tailored counselling services with a focus on person-centered care and a trauma-informed approach. We work to ensure our clients feel safe in their environment and are comfortable sharing difficult memories or emotions. By listening to each client’s individual needs, we seek to develop solutions together that promote meaningful change in life. Our experienced counsellors have the professional knowledge and skills needed to provide insight and support that lasts.

Just a bit about me, I have 6+ years of experience counseling people with all kinds of issues. I am well versed in ACT, CBT, DBT, and other modalities, however, I prefer to work with my clients to determine what they need and how best to support them through their journey.

My clients are at a point in their lives where they know they want to improve things for themselves and for their family/loved ones. They may not know where to start, they may feel they can't place a finger on exactly what is happening, but they know they want to be a better version of themselves. They want more out of life and although they may feel frustrated, they are eager to put in the work and learn skills that will bring about change in themselves that makes them the better version they envision.

If you are wrestling with conflict, struggling with troubling emotional states or wanting to be more comfortable in your skin and looking for someone to work with, I am available to provide a respectful and open hearted approach and well developed therapeutic skills.

The one thing I'd love you to know, "There is a place for you in this world, and despite all you may be experiencing, 'You Matter!" Imagine that there is a way to find your 'why'; to discover your unique life purpose, releasing pain, putting you on a pathway of healing to simply be that wonderful human you are designed to be? How would that feel? Good news! If you are over feeling lost, overwhelm, dealing with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues or grief on your own, let's do this together and find your joy to help you thrive.

As a couple's counsellor, working on communication, managing conflict and strengthening relationships using fondness & admiration is the focus of my work. The use of a thorough assessment with a structured technique based on evidence-based interventions allows for successful outcomes in therapy. This couple's approach recognises the 'relationship' as the client, which incorporates the individual's commitment to work on their relationship.

I am a senior social worker with many years experience in private practice and working in government and non-government agencies across Australia. I have worked with men, women, children and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few. I am a confident, highly motivated professional and take pride in my ability to communicate, both orally and written, with clients, management and supporting agencies to ensure a high level and comprehensive service.

I utilise solution focussed and evidence based psychotherapy together with mindfulness and contemplative practices to support and care for my clients. Have a look at our website for more information about how we can support you.

Do you find yourself stuck in the same old loop, repeating the same habits and behaviors again and again, bogged down by past hurt or emotional trauma, growing more and more self-critical? Wishing or hoping for your luck to change, but also fearing change? Is this a theme in your life? Then you’ve come to the right place. If you are ready to open your mind and your heart, with safe, professional, guided support, then let’s work together.

I prefer to focus on treatment, not just talk. I have a genuine passion for working with individuals from all backgrounds who are keen to make changes in their life, or to better manage or understand their mental health. I have a kind but firm approach, and I am comfortable with colourful (real) language and appropriate humour in our appointments.