Counselling in 2430
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There are times in life when we are not at our best. We find ourselves without the energy and insight into how to make it right again. Your psychologist will work with you in a safe and respectful way, helping you to reconnect with inner resources and values that will enable you to make meaning of your life journey and once more step forward with purpose and enjoyment.
There are times in life when we are not at our best. We find ourselves without the energy and insight into how to make it right again. Your psychologist will work with you in a safe and respectful way, helping you to reconnect with inner resources and values that will enable you to make meaning of your life journey and once more step forward with purpose and enjoyment.
I have been working with people in various capacities and roles for almost twenty years, including people management, coaching, mentoring, personal and professional development, informal and formal counselling. In my counselling approach, I integrate several counselling therapies and psychotherapy approaches to suit each individual and their unique situation.
I have been working with people in various capacities and roles for almost twenty years, including people management, coaching, mentoring, personal and professional development, informal and formal counselling. In my counselling approach, I integrate several counselling therapies and psychotherapy approaches to suit each individual and their unique situation.
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I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
I have a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families in addition to supporting mums and dads through pregnancy and post-pregnancy. Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills. I also offer couples, family and marital therapy. I am also an accredited Supervisor to other psychologists.
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Counselling Solution Forster—Robin Schep
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Taree, NSW 2430
Specialist Couple Therapist. When people first speak with me, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting me alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction. I am a specialist in couple relationships, grief and loss, and NDIS disability.
Specialist Couple Therapist. When people first speak with me, they express feelings like, desperate, angry, helpless, stressed, lost, no-sense-of–belonging, not-good-enough, overwhelmed, and not-knowing-where-to-start. You may be feeling desperate, finding your life has unravelled, and that you have lost your way… When we meet, you are inviting me alongside you on your journey seeking understanding, meaning, and direction. I am a specialist in couple relationships, grief and loss, and NDIS disability.
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Rewired Psychological Services (Telehealth)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Diamond Beach, NSW 2430 (Online Only)
My methodology aims to explore deeper insights into the self to help clients make more informed and healthier decisions about their present and future. Through the client and psychologist working together, meaningful growth is possible. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being.
My methodology aims to explore deeper insights into the self to help clients make more informed and healthier decisions about their present and future. Through the client and psychologist working together, meaningful growth is possible. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being.
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The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
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Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.
Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.
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I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with couples who are experiencing sexual concerns including mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with couples who are experiencing sexual concerns including mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
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Be the Change Counselling - Jenni Lemmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Taree, NSW 2430 (Online Only)
Most of us spend a lot of time doing things for others, and it usually means we don’t take the best care of ourselves. Overtime many of us will experience a number of concerns or face unforeseen challenges, such as relationship worries, family dynamics, parenting, trauma, employment or educational problems, bereavement, becoming a Carer or unexpected illness. When we forget to make time for ourselves and take care of our own needs, we can lose our sense of who we really are. If you’re feeling lost or are uncertain of how to make the changes. If you’re feeling like you need to reconnect with yourself and refocus, then I'm here help.
Most of us spend a lot of time doing things for others, and it usually means we don’t take the best care of ourselves. Overtime many of us will experience a number of concerns or face unforeseen challenges, such as relationship worries, family dynamics, parenting, trauma, employment or educational problems, bereavement, becoming a Carer or unexpected illness. When we forget to make time for ourselves and take care of our own needs, we can lose our sense of who we really are. If you’re feeling lost or are uncertain of how to make the changes. If you’re feeling like you need to reconnect with yourself and refocus, then I'm here help.
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Finding the right psychologist might not happen at first try, but the journey is worth it. When you do find that connection, it's like a light clicks on—you suddenly feel deeply understood, much like a story that seems written just for you.
Finding the right psychologist might not happen at first try, but the journey is worth it. When you do find that connection, it's like a light clicks on—you suddenly feel deeply understood, much like a story that seems written just for you.
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My name is Jamie and I have supported children, young people, adults, foster and kinship carers in the therapeutic space for over 10 years. Sessions are guided by your needs and what feels most safe for you to explore at any given time. I am there to act as a guide to support you on your healing journey. As a mother of two little ones, I understand the challenges and fulfillment we experience as parents. I am deeply passionate about supporting parents, foster, and kinship carers to navigate the complexities of fostering, parenthood as well as preparing for birth and beyond.
My name is Jamie and I have supported children, young people, adults, foster and kinship carers in the therapeutic space for over 10 years. Sessions are guided by your needs and what feels most safe for you to explore at any given time. I am there to act as a guide to support you on your healing journey. As a mother of two little ones, I understand the challenges and fulfillment we experience as parents. I am deeply passionate about supporting parents, foster, and kinship carers to navigate the complexities of fostering, parenthood as well as preparing for birth and beyond.
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Accessible and affordable online Counselling that is culturally sensitive, intersectional and trauma informed. All people welcome as I have experience in primary healthcare, domestic violence, workplace injury management, and mentoring kids and their families to navigate everyday challenges and big feelings. I aim to provide a safe, transparent and nurturing space that builds trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship. I am a strength-based therapist encouraging clients to identify their own skills and resources, to make informed decisions and set achievable goals. I offer pre-diagnosis Assessments for various presentations.
Accessible and affordable online Counselling that is culturally sensitive, intersectional and trauma informed. All people welcome as I have experience in primary healthcare, domestic violence, workplace injury management, and mentoring kids and their families to navigate everyday challenges and big feelings. I aim to provide a safe, transparent and nurturing space that builds trust and rapport in the therapeutic relationship. I am a strength-based therapist encouraging clients to identify their own skills and resources, to make informed decisions and set achievable goals. I offer pre-diagnosis Assessments for various presentations.
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Are you feeling low, anxious, sad or burnt out or struggle to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone has the capacity to thrive and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
Are you feeling low, anxious, sad or burnt out or struggle to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone has the capacity to thrive and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
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BodyMatters Australasia provides treatment for eating disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise. Specifically clinical eating dosorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and arfid. Also subclinical eating issues such as orthorexia. Our large team enables specific expertise within this such as an overlap with neurodivergence including adhd and autism, trauma, other health issues such as diabetes. We also service the LGBTQI+ community. We have immediate availability for new clients due to our growing team. We offer face to face (Sydney) and Telehealth treatment.
BodyMatters Australasia provides treatment for eating disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise. Specifically clinical eating dosorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and arfid. Also subclinical eating issues such as orthorexia. Our large team enables specific expertise within this such as an overlap with neurodivergence including adhd and autism, trauma, other health issues such as diabetes. We also service the LGBTQI+ community. We have immediate availability for new clients due to our growing team. We offer face to face (Sydney) and Telehealth treatment.
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Hi, I'm Chris. I'm here to listen to you with patience and without judgement, and help you work through your issues in a way that is personalised to you. I offer late night and early morning counselling for shift workers and night owls. I help people to make changes in their lives by finding clarity in confusion, support through hard decisions and help with taking the next steps. I am a qualified counsellor with over 5 years experience in mental health issues including depression and anxiety. I cater for anyone who wants support with their issues and anyone who wants to improve their lives.
Hi, I'm Chris. I'm here to listen to you with patience and without judgement, and help you work through your issues in a way that is personalised to you. I offer late night and early morning counselling for shift workers and night owls. I help people to make changes in their lives by finding clarity in confusion, support through hard decisions and help with taking the next steps. I am a qualified counsellor with over 5 years experience in mental health issues including depression and anxiety. I cater for anyone who wants support with their issues and anyone who wants to improve their lives.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in 2430
10+
Average cost per session
$130
Counsellors in 2430 who prioritize treating:
80% | Anxiety |
73% | Depression |
73% | Stress |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Self Esteem |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
67% | Other |
67% | Medicare Rebates |
56% | CUA Health |
How Counsellors in 2430 see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in 2430?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, suburb, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.