Suzanne Bocking
Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor
Minto, NSW 2566
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
Hello, I’m Suzanne Bocking, a professional counsellor and supervisor dedicated to supporting you in making positive changes in your life. I believe you can achieve your best life now, and I am passionate about empowering people to reach their greatest potential.
With 15 years of experience as a counsellor, I have worked in various areas, including school counselling, child protection in faith-based settings, mental health, the disabilities sector, and my own private practice.
Background
Suzanne’s life mission is to assist individuals in achieving positive transformations. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Adult Education, a Master’s Degree in Social Science in Counselling, and is a registered clinical supervisor with the Australian Counselling Association.
Suzanne’s professional journey began in the fitness industry, where she advanced into leadership roles. She then spent over a decade working throughout Asia and Australia with large multinational corporations in organizational development, change management, and human resources. A career change, prompted by a significant life change, led Suzanne to establish a highly successful business in Singapore aimed at supporting and empowering women.
In 2008, Suzanne returned to Australia and began working in trauma-informed care, supporting survivors of child sexual assault, individuals with lived experiences of suicide, and those affected by disasters.
Suzanne continues to pursue her passions, including running her own business, providing counselling and clinical supervision, facilitating peer support sessions, educating in both adult and child settings, mentoring women, and consulting for not-for-profit organizations.
Her integrity and dedication to the restoration and betterment of people continually motivate her to be her best.
Services
My counselling strengths include:
Processing and healing from trauma, particularly for adult survivors of child sexual abuse
Dealing with grief, loss, and hurt
Conquering addictions
Building meaningful, long-lasting relationships
Defeating negative thinking
Overcoming depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and other challenges.
Additionally, I offer Animal-Assisted Therapy with my dog, Bear, to support individuals who would benefit from the companionship of an animal during your counselling journey.
Quality Provision
I hold a Bachelor of Adult Education and a Master of Counselling. I am an active Level 4 member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA#3542), and a member of both the College of Supervisors and the College of Counsellors.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Masters of Counselling - 2007 - University of South Australia
- Bachelor of Adult Education - 2004 - UTS
- Cert of Attainment Group & Individual Supervsion - 2019 - Supervision Training Services
Modalities
Animal Assisted Therapy - CBT - Christian Counselling - Person Centred - Solution Oriented - Strengths-Based - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I provide a client-centred, holistic approach to therapy, drawing on a variety of therapy styles, including:
- Person-Centred Counselling: This approach focuses on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: This method emphasizes finding practical solutions to current problems rather than focusing on past issues.
- Narrative Therapy: This therapy helps clients reshape their life stories by identifying and changing negative narratives.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): This approach encourages clients to accept their thoughts and feelings while committing to actions aligned with their values.
Professional Associations
- Australian Counselling Association - Level 4
Practice Locations
Minto NSW 2566
Appointments
Monday - Thursday 8-3pm and later sessions available by apointment.
Fees & Insurance
I offer a free 10 minute initial consultation.
Counselling from $130 - private health reates available.
Supervision from $120
Please refer to my website for more information.
Payment Options
Via bank transfer
Contact Suzanne
Please contact me for more information