Psychotherapists and Counsellors Answer your Questions

Because of having a diverse career background meeting a great deal of people from all walks of life & sharing in their various stages of life journey, including a full range of 'failure's' and...

Because of having a diverse career background meeting a great deal of people from all walks of life & sharing in their various stages of life journey, including a full range of 'failure's' and successes, I continue to geniunely find people interesting and feel compassion for their struggles. This now means that although I have many 'specialty' areas that I can support people in dealing with, I can also assist with a wide range of life issues...making me somewhat of a 'generalist' Counselling therapist and Professional Clinical Supervisor with 'specialties' including Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy. It certainly makes my working day anything but boring, as I continue to meet & support many wonderful people facing difficult life challenges!

I have a particular interest in coping strategies and guiding individuals in finding what best suits their needs. The journey of exploring effective coping mechanisms is a significant aspect of my...

I have a particular interest in coping strategies and guiding individuals in finding what best suits their needs. The journey of exploring effective coping mechanisms is a significant aspect of my work, as it empowers people to navigate life's challenges and build resilience.

I'm interested in supporting people recover from complex traumas and in supporting personal transformation - personal, relational and spiritual.

I'm interested in supporting people recover from complex traumas and in supporting personal transformation - personal, relational and spiritual.

I am interested in the mindbody connection and how identity is formed / transformed and how we can become more of who we really are and befriend our bodymind.

I am interested in the mindbody connection and how identity is formed / transformed and how we can become more of who we really are and befriend our bodymind.

I have a particular interest in Attachment Theory; how our attachment style plays out in our life; how it affects our relationships; our interaction with others; our ability to connect. I am also...

I have a particular interest in Attachment Theory; how our attachment style plays out in our life; how it affects our relationships; our interaction with others; our ability to connect. I am also interested in how our Attachment style affects our susceptibility to addiction, and the underlying causes and trauma that triggers addiction in the first place.

People getting one step away from where they don't want to be

People getting one step away from where they don't want to be

Transforming traumas and suffering into healing and strengths. Finding joy, engagement and meaning in life. Understanding and managing difficult emotions. Finding new and healthy ways to relate...

Transforming traumas and suffering into healing and strengths. Finding joy, engagement and meaning in life. Understanding and managing difficult emotions. Finding new and healthy ways to relate to others. Finding and answering a vocational calling.

I am deeply interested in how early relationships shape who we become, how we can get stuck in developmental stages, and how those patterns impact us as adults. I am also fascinated by the human...

I am deeply interested in how early relationships shape who we become, how we can get stuck in developmental stages, and how those patterns impact us as adults. I am also fascinated by the human capacity for both love and loss - how we can have painful, even toxic relationships with those we care about most, yet still be capable of healing, growth, and transformation. My work focuses on helping clients make sense of their experiences, break free from limiting patterns, and use even the most painful moments as a foundation for personal growth.

I am particularly interested in the changes that people experience as they enter middle-age and more senior life stages. These are often not well articulated in society. Having said this, I am...

I am particularly interested in the changes that people experience as they enter middle-age and more senior life stages. These are often not well articulated in society. Having said this, I am interested in anyone's journey through their life and have recently enjoyed assisting some adolescents cope better with that life stage.

I have a special interest in supporting people through life transitions, and when they hear The call. The call comes when we are breaking or are ready to break. I believe many of us come to this...

I have a special interest in supporting people through life transitions, and when they hear The call. The call comes when we are breaking or are ready to break. I believe many of us come to this moment. A point in our lives where we start to question how we are living our life and if it's in alignment with our values and what we want to be doing. Sometimes it is a relationship that ends, we lose our job, a child becomes ill, a loved one dies or we have a dream that won't seem to let go. These are the pivotal and life-changing moments where we are called to assess where we are, what's important and what changes need to be made. We begin to question our place in the world and how we are living. We ask ourselves if we are living authentically and if we remember what authentic is for us. We want to find answers to who am I? and What do I want from my life? We feel deeply that there is something we are missing, a knowing that something is not quite right or that there is something else we should be doing. This is the call. The call to wake up, to begin to peel off our masks, our layers of conditioning. This is the call To discover who we really are, who we are meant to be and what our work is in the world.

I am most interested in transformative turning points in our lives. It is intriguing to examine both how we influence power over our lives and also how the events in our lives change who we are....

I am most interested in transformative turning points in our lives. It is intriguing to examine both how we influence power over our lives and also how the events in our lives change who we are. Births, deaths, starting and ending relationships - these all influence who we become. I have also conducted research on how traumatic experiences influences our spiritual and existential beliefs

As above, I am interested primarily in the development of secure attachment. This is foundational for psychotherapy and counselling, as it is where and how the therapy is possible. This doesn't mean...

As above, I am interested primarily in the development of secure attachment. This is foundational for psychotherapy and counselling, as it is where and how the therapy is possible. This doesn't mean we are not working on any area of my clients' lives. It does not mean that my clients are not challenged. But if there is a significant rupture or missattunement, we always come back to the relationship through repair. This is the only way I will work with my clients. I believe it is necessary to attend to shame and trauma in a safe and trusting relationship. Relational hurt and trauma requires relational healing.

I've found over the years that the many problems we face are simply life issues, something most, if not all of us experience at various stages of our journey. Many of these issues are able to be...

I've found over the years that the many problems we face are simply life issues, something most, if not all of us experience at various stages of our journey. Many of these issues are able to be resolved with guided assistance utilising various proven methods.

Working with any issues in life, relationships, body symptoms and philosophical questions.

Working with any issues in life, relationships, body symptoms and philosophical questions.

The human development of physical, soul and spirit, the astral, physical, etheric and spiritual development. Individuation from the birth mother and father at key developmental times according to...

The human development of physical, soul and spirit, the astral, physical, etheric and spiritual development. Individuation from the birth mother and father at key developmental times according to nature and flow of life, to develop Self and connections with compassion.

Gut health - it is intrinsically aligned with our overall wellbeing and in particular, mental health... For a healthy body, it does need to be holistic... a poor diet and counselling can only reach...

Gut health - it is intrinsically aligned with our overall wellbeing and in particular, mental health... For a healthy body, it does need to be holistic... a poor diet and counselling can only reach so far in the successful outcome... and indeed, a healthy body and poor state of mind will also fall short of the ultimate and optimum 'you'.

My holistic approach is also heavily founded on the belief that you yourself hold all the answers to the information you seek. I am therefore deeply passionate about helping you learn how to calm your...

My holistic approach is also heavily founded on the belief that you yourself hold all the answers to the information you seek. I am therefore deeply passionate about helping you learn how to calm your nervous system, quieten the noise in your mind, and reconnect to your inner wisdom - also referred to as your gut instinct or intuition. Reconnecting to this part of your inner self can make you feel empowered! From this place you can make heartfelt, informed & conscious choices that feel deeply right for you. Not because your head thinks you ‘should’ - but because you know deep in your heart that this is what YOU NEED TO DO on your unique journey

I am interested in recovery and supporting people in their journey to a happier and healthier life.

I am interested in recovery and supporting people in their journey to a happier and healthier life.

Human development, trauma, bonding and attachment, grief and loss, empowerment, self development and self awareness, capacity for change, resilience.

Human development, trauma, bonding and attachment, grief and loss, empowerment, self development and self awareness, capacity for change, resilience.

Pretty much everything as I go along my journey. Healing is really about learning and growth. I'm fascinated on how some people go through extraordinary experiences yet are able to pick themselves up,...

Pretty much everything as I go along my journey. Healing is really about learning and growth. I'm fascinated on how some people go through extraordinary experiences yet are able to pick themselves up, dust themselves off and go forward and blossom. Yet I have see others that let even small things rob themselves of true happiness and love all their lives. They just get stuck and can't seem to get out. I really enjoy rolling up my sleeves and helping them find a way out to a new enriched life.

Speciality Areas Anxiety | Trauma | Attachment Healing | Stress Burn out | Personal and Professional Resilience | Grief & Loss | Body/Mind Somatic Healing | Self-Esteem & Personal Growth

Speciality Areas Anxiety | Trauma | Attachment Healing | Stress Burn out | Personal and Professional Resilience | Grief & Loss | Body/Mind Somatic Healing | Self-Esteem & Personal Growth

Neuro science or psycho neuro therapy is now at the basis of my practice framework. Brain chemistry never lies! I assist individuals and groups to understand their neuro chemistry through psycho...

Neuro science or psycho neuro therapy is now at the basis of my practice framework. Brain chemistry never lies! I assist individuals and groups to understand their neuro chemistry through psycho education.

From beginning to end. Starting with the earliest years and using creative practices to engage both young and old to develop strong flexible minds and bodies.

From beginning to end. Starting with the earliest years and using creative practices to engage both young and old to develop strong flexible minds and bodies.

I am particularly interested in those times in a person's life when they reach a point when whatever has held that person together before, is no longer sufficient. This can happen in a myriad of...

I am particularly interested in those times in a person's life when they reach a point when whatever has held that person together before, is no longer sufficient. This can happen in a myriad of circumstances: such as becoming depressed or a global sense of having lost one's way. Whatever the circumstances, the moment represents a window opening for change to occur and a deepening and enlivening of individual meaning to take place. Making meaning of life can be considered in relation to a particular event or more broadly as spirituality. By spirituality I mean the way someone finds connection with themselves, and that helps them navigate the mystery that is life. For some this may mean specifically a religious faith, although for most people it would mean one of many other less formal expressions. In summary, this transitional journey is a great interest in my work at whatever stage in life that it comes.

Simply - thriving beyond trauma

Simply - thriving beyond trauma

I find working with people through their response and coping mechanisms in life transition and change truly interesting. Whether the process relates to love, loss, separation, anger, career change,...

I find working with people through their response and coping mechanisms in life transition and change truly interesting. Whether the process relates to love, loss, separation, anger, career change, depression or anxiety, the effect transition and change has on a person's ability to adapt, cope and grow is powerful and inspiring. I take real satisfaction each day in working with people through this process and helping them navigate their way.

People's mental health and removing the stigma. We should rename it brain health and everyone should be able to obtain government funding for bi-annual brain health check ups.

People's mental health and removing the stigma. We should rename it brain health and everyone should be able to obtain government funding for bi-annual brain health check ups.

I support clients by working collaboratively with them and tailoring my therapy to address their holistic needs. Collectively, it looks into all aspects of the clients wellbeing. This holistic...

I support clients by working collaboratively with them and tailoring my therapy to address their holistic needs. Collectively, it looks into all aspects of the clients wellbeing. This holistic approach greatly assists clients in becoming empowered in all areas of their life to regain their balance and direction to become successful in achieving their desired outcomes.

I think embodiment of our emotional being is essential, to undermine the survival strategies of the psyche, that can have debilitating effects on our health and relationships. Learning to tolerate...

I think embodiment of our emotional being is essential, to undermine the survival strategies of the psyche, that can have debilitating effects on our health and relationships. Learning to tolerate tensions and conflicts within our psychic life, as embodied, felt experience, paradoxically offers a pathway to the sublime. This is key to freeing the psyche from anxiety. I would consider the awakening of consciousness to be central to health and wellbeing. Such self knowledge also brings us closer to understanding how we are creating our lives and what we could do differently.

Self - awareness and becoming the person you will be proud of

Self - awareness and becoming the person you will be proud of

I find that I have the most to bring to those things that I have struggled with in my own journey as a human, so I love to work with... - Highly sensitive people - Perfectionists - Highly anxious...

I find that I have the most to bring to those things that I have struggled with in my own journey as a human, so I love to work with... - Highly sensitive people - Perfectionists - Highly anxious people including general & social- anxiety, panic attacks & obsessive/compulsive (OCD) - LGBTQIA community - People dealing with PTSD - People coping with chronic pain - People dealing with anger issues - People coping with grief & loss - People dealing with addictions - People coping with past abuse (emotional, physical, mental, spiritual, sexual)

Recovering from relational trauma

Recovering from relational trauma

I love the working phase of therapy, where clients are doing the work, and they are starting to make sense of their story.

I love the working phase of therapy, where clients are doing the work, and they are starting to make sense of their story.

I think it's important to take a biopsychosocial approach to clients' lives when looking at overall health and wellbeing. Wellbeing and mental health is optimised when physical health (genetic...

I think it's important to take a biopsychosocial approach to clients' lives when looking at overall health and wellbeing. Wellbeing and mental health is optimised when physical health (genetic factors, diet, exercise, sleep), psychological aspects (thoughts, feelings, behaviours) and social factors (social supports, networks, relationships) are approached in a holistic way.

How people can experience personal growth from difficult life and relational circumstances.

How people can experience personal growth from difficult life and relational circumstances.