Counselling and mental health Services
All face-to-face services are offered via outreach (home visits or in a safe location) or eco-therapy (in the outdoors) only.
Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA)
1 in 5 women in Australia is diagnosed with PNDA.
The perinatal period is from conception up to three years post-partum.
Parenting today is the toughest gig yet!
Why? Because of -Judgement!
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Mothers are feeling more judged than ever before resulting in increased levels of self-doubt
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Mothers are judging themselves constantly as “not good enough” mothers
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Social comparisons on social media, the internet, and support groups increase negative views of self
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Lack of self-care and decreased self-worth are all associated with the unrealistic expectations of Motherhood.
1 in 10 men in Australia is diagnosed with PNDA.
Fathers struggle too!
Expecting and new Dads with PNDA experience different symptoms however, common symptoms can be;
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Fear of looking after your baby
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not wanting to communicate with your partner, family, or friends.
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feeling isolated
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using alcohol ad or other drugs to "escape" or cope
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suicidal thoughts
Through regular therapy, early intervention, education, and support I hope to reduce the statistics in Australia- to ensure that both Men and Women in the perinatal stage are feeling heard and are connected with other parents in our communities. I hope to reduce the amount of judgment and unrealistic expectations that are put upon new parents by reminding parents to stay grounded. I am hopeful that we can create a stronger and more supportive community for parents.
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Mental Health & Wellbeing
Being mentally healthy is a state of overall wellbeing. It generally relates to enjoyment of life, having the ability to cope with and 'bounce back' from stress and sadness, being able to set and fulfil goals, and having the capability to build and maintain relationships with others. If you need someone to hear you, understand what's happening, and support you, to help you overcome your mental health challenges- get in touch! If you are living with anxiety, feeling depressed, or overwhelmed with stress- I am here for you!
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Grief and Loss
Grief is a natural response to loss. It may be the loss of a pregnancy, loved one, pet, job, or relationship.
The more significant the loss the more intense the grief is likely to be.
Grief has no set pattern and everyone experiences grief differently. You may grieve for weeks and months while others describe their grief as lasting for years.
Grief takes time to work through, it can be challenging and overwhelming but in time it does get easier.
If this sounds like something you can relate I am here to support you through these tough times.
General Counselling
General counselling provides a safe and non-judgmental space to discuss any of your concerns, and explore options and opportunities for change. Counselling is a process of supporting you to identify and work through any issues you may have – including difficult life experiences or past problems that are impacting your present feelings or behaviours.
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Need to off-load to someone confidentially
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communication concerns
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Anger management/behaviour changes
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Parental separation/Divorce
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Relationship issues
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Work stress
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Not limited to;
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Please feel free to contact me for a confidential conversation.
Trauma counselling helps you to to identify and come to terms with feelings and emotions you may experience during and after a traumatic event. Trauma can involve single incidents such as sexual assault, car accident, witnessing a robbery or being involved in a natural disaster.
There are three main types of trauma
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Acute- resulting from a single incident
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Chronic- repeated and prolonged such as domestic violence or abuse
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Complex-exposed to varied and multiple traumatic events
PTSD and Trauma
Pro bono counselling for less fortunate clients (Free of charge)
I am committed and passionate to helping the less fortunate and disadvantaged.
I do not believe that money has to be a barrier for accessing therapy for people who really need it.
I commit to two hours every week providing therapy to my bro bono clients. Clients that are less fortunate financially, going through hardship, experiencing homelessness, troubled youths, vulnerable or at risk groups.
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Please get in touch to see if you qualify.
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There is a waitlist and wait time required for these services.
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My pro bono clients are determined eligible by me and is strictly confidential.
What is counselling?
Professional counselling is a safe and confidential collaboration between qualified counsellors and clients to promote mental health and wellbeing, enhance self-understanding, and resolve identified concerns. Clients are active participants in the counselling process at every stage.
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Counsellors work with children, young people, adults, couples, families, and groups.
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Counselling may be short term, long term, or over a lifetime, according to clients’ needs.
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Counsellors are fully present with their clients, using empathy and deep listening to establish positive working relationships. Counselling is effective when clients feel safe, understood, respected, and accepted without judgment.
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Counselling is a profession with a strong evidence base. Counsellors use empirically supported interventions and specialised interpersonal skills to facilitate change and empower clients.
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Counsellors are trained in a range of modalities to work with clients from diverse backgrounds.
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Counselling can be broad or focused. Clients may explore: aspects of identity, spirituality, relationships with self and others, past experiences, parenting, grief and loss, trauma, domestic violence, child abuse, use of alcohol and other substances, depression, anxiety, and other experiences.
Price guide
Please see schedule of rates pdf for pricing details.
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