Counselling in Hamilton, VIC

I come to counselling from a different than others. I started my working career in retail, then move to policing, and then public service; and adult education. After moving to Horsham in 2016, I began the transition to counselling. My approach is to work with you and find the most practical and equitable solution for you.

I am a practising counsellor with a focus on ADHD/ASD, positive behavioural therapy, anxiety and depression. I operate a private, fully-accessible counselling and therapy space. Experienced in providing grief and loss counselling and trained to provide psychological First Aid for trauma. Fully registered NDIS provider for Counselling and Behavioural Support for all NDIS participants (aged 8 years +). Private and EAP clients also accepted.

People seek therapy for all sorts of reasons. Perhaps you have been feeling as if things just aren't quite right, but you can't put your finger on it. Your mind may have become a hard place to be and this is leaving you confused, tired and overwhelmed. Other times we know exactly what is causing our troubles, but we simply don't know how to deal with it. Whether you want to be able to better cope with life or whether you want to understand your life, therapy can help.

Hi, I'm Freya. I've been counselling for over 25 years, and 2 years ago started incorporating my animals (horses, dogs, cats) into my therapeutic practice. I work with all ages, and the people I work with are as unique as the issues they want to address. My clients are individuals, couples, and children. I have lived experience of neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, HSP) and consequently work with a lot of people who are neurodiverse themselves. My work focusses on understanding why we are the way we are, combined with techniques that foster change and growth, with the end goal of increased well being and resilience.

Book a FREE 10 minute discovery call. Consulting Rooms in Ballarat and Stawell. Focusing on the needs of individuals in smaller communities and country towns, where there is generally fewer resources available for those who need support. Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviour, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness and Cultural Counselling. I am very much community-minded. Welcome NDIS self-managed clients. Every situation is different, while I have a base rate, please contact me to ask how I can assist you if financial difficulty is an issue.

I enjoy working with adults who are experiencing a range of difficulties from day to day stressors to more serious mental health challenges. My areas of expertise include managing stress, anxiety, depression, life-transitions, trauma and psychotic experiences. My therapeutic style is collaborative. I will work with you to create a shared understanding of the problem. I will support you to discover what works best for you and to make changes that will meaningfully impact your life. Depending on your needs therapy can be brief (less then 10 sessions), medium or longer-term.

I would say the most important step is finding out what you're after. What do you want out of this? that lays the foundation and then we build from there.

Courage Wisdom Change is a unique service offering support to individuals and families in regional and rural Australia. Through Courage Wisdom Change families are able to access individualised supports tailored to the clients specific needs. ​ Fiona has worked extensively with young people and adults from diverse backgrounds, including complex trauma, Autism/Neurodivergence, Intellectual disabilities and/or additional needs, and the complexities of Out of Home Care.

As a Clinical Psychologist I am grateful to have shared many diverse experiences over the past 20 years, working with people at different stages of their life. I have an honest down-to-earth approach providing practical ideas, guidance and strategies for building skills to manage life's challenges and encourage positive outcomes. Perspective and empathy are important in life. How we choose to look at individual events, ourselves and others can shape how we manage difficulties and how effectively we work toward the things that are important to us. We all struggle at times and we all have the capacity to grow in a positive direction.

Providing a safe nurturing and supportive space to explore life challenges and develop strategies to address them

Facing various challenges, such as personal growth obstacles, relationship difficulties, career transitions, emotional struggles, or self-esteem issues, managing stress, anxiety, or depression, or looking for guidance in navigating major life changes, perhaps its time to embark or rediscover your journey of self discovery. Utilising an integrative practice I specialise in complex trauma and sexual assault trauma, current and historical. You will be held with positive regard. You will leave sessions with a greater understanding of maladaptive patterns, unhealthy relational dynamics and knowledge to better manage your life overall.

Hi! I'm Lou, an experienced Credentialed Mental Health Nurse + Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician, who is passionate about providing a quality service to children (10+), adolescents, young adults, people with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and those fighting invisible illnesses. My approach is integrative, creative, flexible, family-inclusive + recovery focused. Private paying clients can book online - no referral needed. Medicare rebates for clients who have a Chronic Disease Management Plans (Item 10956). Sorry, I cannot provide Medicare rebates for Mental Health / Eating Disorder plans but I do offer a reduced fee.