Pippa Matthews
Psychotherapist, Counsellor
Canberra Psychotherapy & Counselling
Deakin, Canberra ACT 2600
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
Welcome! I am a Registered Clinical Psychotherapist & Counsellor with over 30yrs of clinical experience. My expertise lies in working with the impact of trauma in adulthood, childhood trauma & neglect, single event trauma & PTSD, and attachment trauma. I offer individual psychotherapy & counselling sessions to adults, clinical supervision to practitioners, and the facilitation of groups & individual sessions for those wanting to practice yoga in a trauma-informed capacity.
Background
I have been working as a psychotherapist & counsellor for over 30yrs in a variety of government agencies (sexual assault service, rape crisis service, victims of crime support service, women's health service, early parenting counselling service) and private practice (11yrs in Sydney & 6yrs in Canberra). I have specialised in working with complex trauma, trauma in adulthood (domestic violence, coercive control in relationships, sexual assault), single event trauma (eg. birth trauma, crime related trauma) & PTSD. I have completed training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Self-Psychology all of which support my deep understanding of the impact of trauma and offer effective ways to manage and transform the same.
Services
I offer both face-to-face appointments and online (video) appointments, or a combination of the same to be able to support your changing needs or circumstances.
Quality Provision
I am registered with PACFA (The Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia) and ANZAP (The Australia & New Zealand Association of Psychotherapy). After completing a BAppSc in Occupational Therapy I obtained a Masters in Peace Studies (majoring in Women's Studies). My training in Self-Psychology with ANZAP has subsequently led to comprehensive trainings in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy with the SP Institute in Colorado/USA, and Internal Family Systems with the IFS Institute in Boston/USA.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- BAppSc in Occupational Therapy - 1981 - Sydney University/Cumberland College of Health Sci
- Diploma in Adult Psychotherapy - 2000 - ANZAP
- Masters in Peace Studies/Majoring Women's Studies - 1994 - University of New England
- Trauma Centre Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator - 2017 - Centre for Trauma & Embodiment, Boston USA
- Internal Family Systems - 2022 - IFS Institute Boston, MA, USA
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - 2021 - SP Institute Boulder, CO, USA
Modalities
ACT - Attachment Theory - CBT - Internal Family Systems - Psychodynamic - Self Psychology - Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - Trauma Sensitive Yoga - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Psychotherapy and counselling can be powerful tools to help you develop an understanding of yourself (behavioural & thought patterns, perspectives & emotional charge), gain confidence and consider more fulfilling ways of moving through the world.
I foster a collaborative approach to my work with clients in their discovery of the origins of current challenges so that personal growth may unfold with lasting change. I offer the foundations of a safe, supportive and confidential environment from which the seeds of such transformation may take hold.
My work is underpinned by the application of the principles of mindful presence, interconnectedness, curiosity and a belief in the inherent intelligence of every living system to evolve.
Professional Associations
- Australian and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapy
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
Thesiger Crt
Deakin ACT 2600
Convenient free parking is available on site.
The venue is accessible by bus with a short walk to & from the bus stop.
Appointments
Please call to discuss available times.
Fees & Insurance
$160 for a 1hr appointment. The fee is payable on the same day of the appointment by direct electronic transfer.
Payment Options
I have some places available at a discounted rate. Please speak with me if you are in need of a subsidy and if any of these places are available we can negotiate a fee. Some private health insurance companies offer rebates.
Contact Pippa
Please contact me to make an appointment