No. You don’t need a referral from your GP or another health professional to make an appointment.

Many people contact me directly, while others are referred by their GP, school, workplace (EAP), family members or other health professionals.

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what’s brought you to counselling, what you’re hoping to achieve, and any questions or concerns you may have.

There’s no pressure to share everything at once. We’ll work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, and together we’ll decide on the best way forward.

Individual sessions are 50 minutes and are available in person or online.

There is no set number of sessions because everyone’s circumstances, goals and reasons for seeking support are different.

Some people find a few sessions helpful for working through a specific issue, while others choose longer-term support during periods of significant change or ongoing challenges.

We’ll regularly review your progress together to ensure the support continues to meet your needs.

You don’t need to wait until you’re in crisis.

Many people seek support because they’re feeling increasingly overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck, or simply not like themselves. Others notice they’re finding it harder to cope with work, study, relationships or life’s everyday pressures.

Reaching out early can help you better understand what’s happening, develop healthier ways of coping, and prevent small challenges from becoming bigger ones.

Many people continue to work, study, parent and meet their responsibilities while quietly carrying significant emotional pressure. Over time, ongoing stress can affect confidence, decision-making, relationships and emotional wellbeing, even if everything appears fine on the outside.

Counselling can help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface, make sense of your experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping before things become overwhelming.

Absolutely.

Ongoing pressure at work, school or university can affect your confidence, emotional wellbeing, relationships and ability to think clearly.

Whether you’re managing workplace stress, leadership responsibilities, study pressures, career uncertainty, difficult workplace relationships, or the transition into a new stage of life, counselling can help you better understand what’s happening, develop healthier coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity. description

An integrative approach means there isn’t a one-size-fits-all way of working.

I tailor each session to your individual needs, drawing on evidence-informed approaches including person-centred therapy, emotion-focused principles, strengths-based practice, schema-informed strategies, CBT-informed techniques and coaching where appropriate.

This allows us to work in a way that best supports your individual goals, personality and circumstances.m description

Counselling focuses on understanding and working through emotional challenges, while coaching helps build confidence, develop practical strategies and work towards future goals.

Many people benefit from a combination of both. Depending on your needs, sessions may draw on counselling, coaching, or an integrated approach. We’ll discuss what will best support you.m description

Yes. I work with young people aged 16 years and over.

I support young people experiencing anxiety, school or university stress, emotional overwhelm, confidence issues, identity challenges, friendship difficulties and the transition into adulthood.

No.

Many people come to counselling because they’re feeling overwhelmed, under pressure, navigating change, experiencing relationship difficulties, or simply don’t feel like themselves.

You don’t need a diagnosis or to be in crisis to benefit from support.

Yes. I offer both in-person counselling from Hampton, Melbourne, and secure online sessions for clients across Australia.

Yes. Counselling is confidential, with a small number of legal and ethical exceptions relating to safety.

These will be explained during your first session so you understand exactly how confidentiality works and when information may need to be shared to protect your safety or the safety of others.

Counselling services are not currently covered under the Medicare Better Access scheme.

As an ACA Level 2 counsellor, rebates may be available through some private health funds. Please check directly with your health fund to confirm your level of cover.

Yes. I welcome self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.

If you’re unsure whether my services are the right fit for your goals, please get in touch and I’d be happy to discuss your individual circumstances.

That’s completely okay.

Many people come to counselling feeling unsure how to explain what they’re experiencing. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

Together, we’ll explore what’s been happening, identify what’s most important to you, and decide on the best way forward—one step at a time.

No. My role isn’t to tell you what decisions to make.

Instead, I provide a supportive, non-judgemental space to help you better understand yourself, explore your options, and develop the confidence and clarity to make decisions that feel right for you.

The easiest way is to book a complimentary 15-minute consultation through my website or contact me directly by phone or email.

This provides an opportunity to discuss what you’re looking for, ask any questions, and decide whether we’re the right fit before booking your first session.