- Anne Frank
Anna Costello
Counsellor, Psychotherapist
Potts Point, Sydney NSW 2011
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
I am a a compassionate and gentle Clinical Counsellor Psychotherapist I have clinical membership with the (Psychotherapy and Counselling Association of Australia) PACFA.
My expertise and interest lies in working with neurodiverse children, teenagers, and their families. However I also have expertise in working with individuals who have anxiety and social anxiety.
I support my clients and their families with diagnoses such as ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).
My approach is strength-based, drawing from Attachment Theory and models such as the Circle of Security, to address social, emotional, and behavioural issues. In sessions, clients may work on emotional regulation strategies, enhancing executive functioning, developing social skills, improving impulse control and increasing self-esteem.
Background
Anna's extensive experience includes working in private practice as well as roles in both non-government and government organizations including headspace. Anna currently works for Child Development Solutions Australia where she specialises in working with children and young people with autism and adhd. Anna has collaborated with international organisations such as Rise above the Disorder in America.
Services
You can book a session online or in person. Anna has rooms available in Hornsby at Child Development Solutions Australia, in Mosman and Gladesville. She also does home visits for busy families and for individuals who prefer therapy sessions at home. You can also book a session with Anna online. Please get in touch for availabilities.
Quality Provision
Anna is a clinical member with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. She is continually participating in proffesional development and is up to date with current research within Psychology and Psychotherapy. She is supervised in her practice.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Psychotherapy (Art) - 2019 - Ikon Institute of Australia
Modalities
Art Therapy - Attachment Theory - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Creative Arts Therapy - Developmental - Integrative - Internal Family Systems - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Strengths-Based - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Annas approach to therapy is integrative she provides a non-judgemental space where clients can "come as they are". Clients may work on emotional regulation strategies, enhancing executive functioning, developing social skills, improving impulse control, boosting self-esteem, and practicing mindfulness.
Anna is committed to staying at the forefront of current research and continuously developing her professional skills. Her integrative approach ensures that therapy is tailored to the child, adolescents and families unique needs. In a session with Anna you may use Art Psychotherapy interventions to address emotional challenges as sometimes words are not enough
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Clinical
Practice Locations
Potts Point NSW 2011
Child Development Solutions Australia
103/10 Edgeworth David Avenue
Hornsby NSW 2077
Appointments
I currently have availability please call to discuss times, I offer home visits to make therapy more accesible.
Fees & Insurance
I offer a 15 minute free initial consultation, and sessions with me are $160 for the hour. I am willing to offer lower fees for students or low income families. You can claim sessions with me if you are on the NDIS scheme.
Payment Options
I will send you an invoice, I ask for a bank transfer into my nominated account. If you are an NDIS client I will invoice your provider everything is taken care for you behind the scenes.
Contact Anna
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult