Counselling: How It Helps and Who It's For

In life's journey, we all face moments that test our strength and resilience. Sometimes, the struggle is visible for the world to see; other times, it's a silent struggle within.

Whatever shape your challenges take, counselling offers a safe space of understanding and support, where every concern you bring is valid and worthy of attention.

It’s about walking alongside you as you explore the paths of your life, offering evidence-based support without judgment. Here, your worries and hopes are met with understanding and empathy. Let’s face it, life can get really tough, and sometimes, just having someone in your corner, can make all the difference.

Expertise and Training in Evidence-Based Treatments

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Behavioural Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Family Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • Mindfulness-based Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • Mindfulness-based Therapy
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Behavioural Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Family Therapy 

Northern Beaches counsellors specialists in childhood trauma, abuse, domestic violence (DV), anxiety, avoidance coping, emotional numbing and sexual abuse. 

When to Consider Counselling

  • Anxiety
  • Anger or rage
  • Depression
  • Loss of self-confidence
  • Low self-esteem
  • Bereavement, grief & loss
  • Childhood trauma, abuse or unresolved difficulties.
  • Trauma, including physical and sexual assault, life threatening illness or serious injury, loss of a loved one, or someone close to you, childbirth, suicide attempt, crime or accidents, witnessing violence, natural disasters, and bullying, etc…
  • Domestic Violence (DV)
  • Major life changes

  • Love addiction
  • Co-dependence and enmeshment
  • Conflict (internal or relationship)
  • Divorce and separation
  • Stress and overwhelm
  • Financial stress
  • Avoidance behaviours
  • Self-confidence issues
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Self-sabotaging behavioural patterns
  • Career dissatisfaction or transitions
  • Communication challenges
  • Loneliness and isolation
  • Parenting difficulties
  • Managing chronic illness or disability

If you find yourself dealing with any of the challenges listed below, counselling can support you:

Counselling can be a stepping stone towards personal growth and self-improvement and  support you to enhance your life in other ways and help with:

  • Self-awareness
  • Personal growth and development
  • Co-dependence
  • Decision making
  • Work-life balance
  • Mindfulness
  • Emotional regulation
  • Goal setting and motivation

  • Communication skills
  • Stress management
  • Health and wellness
  • Personal boundaries
  • Digital wellness
  • Leadership and career development
  • Time management
  • Parenting challenges

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