Counselling in Cooma, NSW
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Asking for help can be really hard. This is something I've personally come to realise and over the years I've developed a great deal of respect for all of my clients. Whether you are familiar with therapy and working with mental health professionals, or you are unsure where to begin, I congratulate your efforts in the fact that you've come this far. Searching for support is a great step in the right direction. And I'll help you make many more steps in the right direction, wherever that may be for you.
Asking for help can be really hard. This is something I've personally come to realise and over the years I've developed a great deal of respect for all of my clients. Whether you are familiar with therapy and working with mental health professionals, or you are unsure where to begin, I congratulate your efforts in the fact that you've come this far. Searching for support is a great step in the right direction. And I'll help you make many more steps in the right direction, wherever that may be for you.
![Photo of Liz Bellette-Stubbs, ACA-L2, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3397d23c-025b-44e1-8a75-bd1f7ba8bbd1/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work collaboratively with clients to identify their unique needs and develop personalized strategies to achieve their goals and improve well-being.
I work collaboratively with clients to identify their unique needs and develop personalized strategies to achieve their goals and improve well-being.
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David is down-to-earth, non-judgmental and respectful: he creates a safe and trusting environment for his clients to discuss, explore, and resolve their concerns. Even in the most trying of circumstances, David gives his clients the support they need to turn their most challenging circumstances into opportunities for positive change. David equips his clients with practical strategies and workable solutions to all manner of concerns and difficulties. David is especially skilled at helping clients to manage conflict and improve their relationships.
David is down-to-earth, non-judgmental and respectful: he creates a safe and trusting environment for his clients to discuss, explore, and resolve their concerns. Even in the most trying of circumstances, David gives his clients the support they need to turn their most challenging circumstances into opportunities for positive change. David equips his clients with practical strategies and workable solutions to all manner of concerns and difficulties. David is especially skilled at helping clients to manage conflict and improve their relationships.
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I am an registered psychotherapist, clinical counsellor and clinical supervisor with at Bachelor of Science in Psychology; a Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling and a Masters degree in Counselling. I am a member of ACA and also a EMDR trained clinician and Associate Member of the EMDR Association of Australia. I have undertaken professional development qualification in Substance and Behavioural Addictions, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and studied CBT Trauma Therapy with Dr Leah Giarritano. My counselling approach is very much collaborative and client focused.
I am an registered psychotherapist, clinical counsellor and clinical supervisor with at Bachelor of Science in Psychology; a Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling and a Masters degree in Counselling. I am a member of ACA and also a EMDR trained clinician and Associate Member of the EMDR Association of Australia. I have undertaken professional development qualification in Substance and Behavioural Addictions, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and studied CBT Trauma Therapy with Dr Leah Giarritano. My counselling approach is very much collaborative and client focused.
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Registered Psychologist of 20 years experience available for bookings (Telehealth ONLY) for people aged 18+ years. I've worked in occupational rehabilitation, supported people all over Australia working on Beyond Blue especially rural and remote locations. Over 15 years experience in the Mental Health Acute Care NSW Public Hospital System addressing psychosis, schizophrenia, personality and mood disorders, depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, adjustment disorders, grief, PTSD and have worked alongside first responders. Available for Workcover. More information can be found at www.lisamulhallpsychology.com.au
Registered Psychologist of 20 years experience available for bookings (Telehealth ONLY) for people aged 18+ years. I've worked in occupational rehabilitation, supported people all over Australia working on Beyond Blue especially rural and remote locations. Over 15 years experience in the Mental Health Acute Care NSW Public Hospital System addressing psychosis, schizophrenia, personality and mood disorders, depression, anxiety, perinatal mental health, adjustment disorders, grief, PTSD and have worked alongside first responders. Available for Workcover. More information can be found at www.lisamulhallpsychology.com.au
Online Therapists
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I am a registered psychologist working out of Goulburn, Yass and soon the Canberra region. I have previously worked in out of home care settings with adolescents and families, as well as in crisis settings working with complex trauma. I currently work with clients of all ages to meet their therapeutic goals and support their mental health and wellbeing. I take a person-centred, neuroaffirming and trauma informed approach to therapy. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients.
I am a registered psychologist working out of Goulburn, Yass and soon the Canberra region. I have previously worked in out of home care settings with adolescents and families, as well as in crisis settings working with complex trauma. I currently work with clients of all ages to meet their therapeutic goals and support their mental health and wellbeing. I take a person-centred, neuroaffirming and trauma informed approach to therapy. I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients.
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Valentina Dragicevic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Deakin, ACT 2600 (Online Only)
Hey there, I'm Valentina, the face and heart behind Soul Soothing Psychology! My passion is utilising the powerful benefits of EMDR and schema therapy with clients who are curious, reflective and recognize that painful experiences affect every aspect of their being. I believe that painful experiences can break us, leaving us with shattered fragments, and affecting our hearts, mind, body, and soul. Together, we embark on a journey towards more joy, meaningful moments, and a deeper connection to yourself and your loved ones.
Hey there, I'm Valentina, the face and heart behind Soul Soothing Psychology! My passion is utilising the powerful benefits of EMDR and schema therapy with clients who are curious, reflective and recognize that painful experiences affect every aspect of their being. I believe that painful experiences can break us, leaving us with shattered fragments, and affecting our hearts, mind, body, and soul. Together, we embark on a journey towards more joy, meaningful moments, and a deeper connection to yourself and your loved ones.
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Overwhelmed by life’s challenges and feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your most important relationships? We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction. Has your past prevented you from living the life and having the relationships you long for? Through therapy, we can gain insight and awareness into your inner distress and conflict and work towards healing, self acceptance, love and gratitude. You will also learn how to improve and understand your most important relationships.
Overwhelmed by life’s challenges and feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your most important relationships? We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction. Has your past prevented you from living the life and having the relationships you long for? Through therapy, we can gain insight and awareness into your inner distress and conflict and work towards healing, self acceptance, love and gratitude. You will also learn how to improve and understand your most important relationships.
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I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor with over 10 years of experience in helping individuals navigate through their emotional and mental health challenges. I hold a Bachelors degree in Counselling and have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds. My approach is client-centered, empathetic, and non-judgmental, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I am skilled in various therapeutic techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. I am committed to helping clients build resilience.
I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor with over 10 years of experience in helping individuals navigate through their emotional and mental health challenges. I hold a Bachelors degree in Counselling and have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds. My approach is client-centered, empathetic, and non-judgmental, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I am skilled in various therapeutic techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. I am committed to helping clients build resilience.
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I work with people that are already on a path of personal development. We all have our unconscious blocks - sometimes as markers of trauma, otherwise simply conditioning from our past - I specialise in making sense of where we've come from and therefore who we are.
I work with people that are already on a path of personal development. We all have our unconscious blocks - sometimes as markers of trauma, otherwise simply conditioning from our past - I specialise in making sense of where we've come from and therefore who we are.
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Our work together is collaborative in nature, with your needs and goals always driving the pace of therapy.
Our work together is collaborative in nature, with your needs and goals always driving the pace of therapy.
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Strong Space Counselling - Supporting Men
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dunlop, ACT 2615 (Online Only)
Men are often taught not to reach out for help. You may have been made to believe that to seek help for yourself was to admit weakness or that it would make you a burden. Maybe you don't know where to start. But you've been thinking about getting professional support for some time now, that's why you are here. You know you need help, maybe because you're experiencing social anxiety or an overwhelming difficulty to get out of bed. You might no longer enjoy the things that used to make you happy, or you're having darker, more intrusive thoughts. It's starting to impact your relationships, your work & your physical health.
Men are often taught not to reach out for help. You may have been made to believe that to seek help for yourself was to admit weakness or that it would make you a burden. Maybe you don't know where to start. But you've been thinking about getting professional support for some time now, that's why you are here. You know you need help, maybe because you're experiencing social anxiety or an overwhelming difficulty to get out of bed. You might no longer enjoy the things that used to make you happy, or you're having darker, more intrusive thoughts. It's starting to impact your relationships, your work & your physical health.
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Whether you are looking to move past anxiety and depression, longing for deeper connections with yourself and others, or have a specific obstacle you wish to overcome, Petra counselling was formed with you in mind.
Whether you are looking to move past anxiety and depression, longing for deeper connections with yourself and others, or have a specific obstacle you wish to overcome, Petra counselling was formed with you in mind.
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If you are experiencing difficulties in your life or your relationship is in trouble it would be my privilege to help you.I have over 40 years of psychology experience and much life experience. I have worked in many areas of psychology: Education, Family Court Counselling, Community Psychology, Organisational Psychology and have taught in these ares at University and TAFE. For the past 15 years i have been in private practice. My wide range of experiences enables me to understand and help with a broad range of problems. You and your problem or situation are unique. I can tailor my approach to best help. Allow me to help.
If you are experiencing difficulties in your life or your relationship is in trouble it would be my privilege to help you.I have over 40 years of psychology experience and much life experience. I have worked in many areas of psychology: Education, Family Court Counselling, Community Psychology, Organisational Psychology and have taught in these ares at University and TAFE. For the past 15 years i have been in private practice. My wide range of experiences enables me to understand and help with a broad range of problems. You and your problem or situation are unique. I can tailor my approach to best help. Allow me to help.
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Katrina Anderson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2601
Waitlist for new clients
If you're feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, finding it hard to cope or just needing support to navigate life's challenges, I can help.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, finding it hard to cope or just needing support to navigate life's challenges, I can help.
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The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
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I am an experienced clinical psychologist and enjoy working with people who are experiencing broad range of issues. Stress, anxiety and depression are common experiences and for many people therapy gives them the tools to regain balance and a healthy approach to life.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist and enjoy working with people who are experiencing broad range of issues. Stress, anxiety and depression are common experiences and for many people therapy gives them the tools to regain balance and a healthy approach to life.
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My clients are often grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD. They seek relief from emotional pain, a sense of normalcy, and improved quality of life. Their needs include a safe space to express themselves, coping strategies, and healing from past wounds. Their goals are to regain control of their emotions, build resilience, and find inner peace, ultimately wanting a fulfilling life free from the burdens of their mental health challenges. They seek support because they deserve to live a life where compassion, connection and calm prevail.
My clients are often grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or PTSD. They seek relief from emotional pain, a sense of normalcy, and improved quality of life. Their needs include a safe space to express themselves, coping strategies, and healing from past wounds. Their goals are to regain control of their emotions, build resilience, and find inner peace, ultimately wanting a fulfilling life free from the burdens of their mental health challenges. They seek support because they deserve to live a life where compassion, connection and calm prevail.
![Photo of Simon Tidy, ACA-L3, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d509cfd-d0a6-4293-b5a1-5c50bb6d7bb9/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a registered counsellor who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
I am a registered counsellor who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Cooma, NSW
< 10
Counsellors in Cooma, NSW who prioritize treating:
83% | Depression |
83% | Anxiety |
83% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Men's Issues |
50% | Relationship Issues |
50% | Family Conflict |
50% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
21 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
50% | Other |
50% | Bupa |
50% | Medicare Rebates |
How Counsellors in Cooma, NSW see their clients
84% | In Person and Online | |
16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
60% | Male | |
40% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Cooma?
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.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
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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.