Mrs Myrna Powell
Psychotherapist, Relationship Therapist
Newrybar, NSW 2479
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
I am a Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor with extensive experience helping individuals and couples. I have an integrated approach, whether it be for help in dealing with a current issue, relationship issues or healing trauma.
We all need connection and a sense of being understood. I have over 30 years experience helping individuals create a deep relationship with themselves and helping couples create a secure connection to their partner. A strong bond is a powerful fundament for working through challenges as individuals, and as couples working together.
Background
After extensive travelling when I was younger I was drawn to the health professions and trained as a General Nurse. However having an innate sense that Nursing wasn’t for me I began my search to find an occupation that I felt at home in. This led me to several years of having my own retail fashion outlet in Sydney. Whilst I was successful in the fashion retail business I still felt I hadn’t found my ‘home’. During this time I also studied acting, the emotional demands of which led to a great change in my life. It became obvious that to find my life’s work I needed to address my childhood trauma. This ultimately led me to study psychotherapy which I have been ‘at home’ in ever since.
Services
I provide counselling and psychotherapy to both individuals and couples at my private practice at Newrybar in the Byron Bay hinterland. I also provide sessions via Zoom.
Quality Provision
I am bound by a Code of Ethical Conduct with several professional associations. I undertake ongoing clinical supervision and professional development.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Diploma of Psychotherapy - 1991 - Australian Association of Somatic Psychotherapy
- Bachelor of Counselling - 2000 - University of New England
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (Mental Health) - 2011 - University of Western Sydney
Modalities
Attachment Theory - CBT - Emotionally Focused Therapy - Experiential - Gestalt - Gottman Method - Hakomi - Inner Child - Interpersonal - Mindfulness - Object Relations - Person Centred - Process Oriented - Psychodynamic - Somatic Experiencing® - Somatic Psychotherapy - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Every person is a unique individual. I have training and experience in a wide range of modalities so that I tailor every session to an individual’s needs.
My work is primarily trauma-informed. Past trauma can feel alive in the present moment, interfering with us living our fullest lives. While trauma is pervasive, excitingly we live in a time where recent advances in neuroscience have transformed our understanding of how past trauma is stored in the brain but also in the body. This understanding has paved the way for exciting new techniques to working with trauma leading to an authentic expression of self.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
122 Broken Head Road
Newrybar NSW 2479
Ample parking on site.
Appointments
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. I have limited evening appointments available if required.
Fees & Insurance
$120 for Individuals. $140 for Couples.
Payment Options
Cash or direct debit.
Contact Myrna
Please contact me to make an appointment