- Sigmund Freud
Mrs Shobana Suresh
Counsellor
Lotus Bloom Counselling
Blacktown, Sydney NSW 2148
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
I am passionate about supporting clients to develop emotional growth and helping them to create secure, thriving relationships. I work with individuals and couples with relationship difficulties, to develop healthy patterns and create lasting bonds with each other, by addressing the core issues, rather than managing symptoms or working on practical strategies. I am a trained Emotionally Focused Therapist and predominantly use this process-oriented approach rooted in Attachment theory to help clients develop long-term growth and secure relationships. I am also a bi-lingual counsellor, providing counselling in both English and Tamil.
Background
I am a registered and experienced counsellor. I have been a counsellor for 9 years, working for various organisations before I started my private practice 4 years ago.
My past work experiences include working as a child and adolescent counsellor, school counsellor, and providing couple and family therapy. I've worked with diverse demographics of people including refugees and asylum seekers, families going through separation/divorce, and clients from CALD and LGBTQI backgrounds. I also have experience working with clients with complex issues such as domestic violence, addictions, etc.
These professional experiences enable me to provide culturally sensitive services, where I provide a non-judgemental, safe space to my clients.
Services
My services include Individual counselling, couple therapy, pre-marriage counselling and adolescent counselling.
I help couples who present with relationship issues such as communication issues, lack of intimacy, infidelity, emotional dysregulation and conflict. I also see individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, fear of commitment, abandonment or rejection in relationships, childhood trauma, past relationship trauma or relationship loss and difficulty regulating emotions.
Quality Provision
I am a registered clinical counsellor with PACFA. I continue to attend ongoing professional development, and regular clinical supervision with a certified supervisor, to ensure my practice is ethical and within the boundaries of my professional competence.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Graduate Diploma in Counselling - 2014 - Australian College of Applied Psychology
- Graduate Diploma in Education - 2005 - University of Technology, Sydney
- Bachelor of Science - 2003 - University of Technology, Sydney
Modalities
ACT - Attachment Theory - CBT - Emotionally Focused Therapy - Integrative - Internal Family Systems - Marriage and Family - MBSR - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Sand Tray - Sandplay Therapy - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I believe in supporting clients to gain long-term growth and healing by using a client-centred approach that addresses the root cause of their distress.
Research shows that those who have had a secure childhood characterised by a supportive and nurturing environment tend to have improved emotional well-being and the ability to form secure relationships in their adult lives. I predominantly use the evidence-based approach of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which is rooted in attachment theory, and is shown to improve emotional security within an individual and in relationships. I have completed advanced training in this approach and continue to receive supervision from a certified EFT supervisor.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Clinical
Practice Locations
Suite 207A, 30 Campbell Street
Blacktown NSW 2148
We are located 5 minutes walking distance from Blacktown station. There are 3 hours of free parking available in the Colo Lane car park at the back of Campbell Street.
Take elevator to 2nd floor, and wheel chair access available at the front.
Appointments
Appointments are available on Tuesdays 9 am - 5 pm, Wednesdays 12 pm - 8.30 pm and Saturdays 9 am - 2 pm.
Appointments can be booked online.
Fees & Insurance
Free 15-minute telephone consultation available.
Individual counselling (60 minutes) $140
Couple therapy (Initial consultation - 90 minutes) $220
Couple therapy (60 minutes) $180
*Appointments from 5 pm onwards & weekends incur additional $20.
Languages
English
Tamil
Payment Options
Health fund rebate available for Bupa, CUA Health, Police Health & Phoenix health covers. A non-refundable booking deposit of $50 is required to confirm the booking. 48-hour cancellation policy applies. Session fees are paid via debit/credit card.
Contact Shobana
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult
A conversation with Shobana Suresh
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My business is called Lotus Bloom Counselling, because I believe every human being has the inherent capability for healing and growth. Just as the lotus blooms in murky water, we all have the natural ability to overcome the adversities in life and blossom into our authentic selves. Hence, I believe I am just a witness to my clients' journeys, guiding and empowering them to find their inner strength and resilience.