Motivational Interviewing Counselling in Huskisson, NSW

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Gabriel Tolentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Huskisson, NSW 2540
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a B Social Work, a Master in Counselling SW from the UNSW and over 20 years of experience in various sectors including mental health, addiction, child protection, domestic violence, and family work, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to my work. My practice is particularly geared towards addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and problematic substance use. I employ a range of therapeutic techniques, such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Couple and Family Systems Therapy.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a B Social Work, a Master in Counselling SW from the UNSW and over 20 years of experience in various sectors including mental health, addiction, child protection, domestic violence, and family work, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to my work. My practice is particularly geared towards addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and problematic substance use. I employ a range of therapeutic techniques, such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Couple and Family Systems Therapy.
(02) 4406 8519 View (02) 4406 8519
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Rod McClure Jp
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Huskisson, NSW 2540
Looking for help and non judgemental assistance? Well done for seeking change to what ever maybe bothering you and or your relationship, family or friends, Maybe seeking relationship and are tired of those "hook up sites", which seem to have a single focus. Lets us work together to see who you really are and what will or could really address those endless aching needs. Depression and or Anxiety might be your burden, we can look at these reasons also. Then there are those avoidance behaviours such as Alcohol, Gambling, Workaholism, and Pornography. Let's talk first & hear or see where you choose to go.
Looking for help and non judgemental assistance? Well done for seeking change to what ever maybe bothering you and or your relationship, family or friends, Maybe seeking relationship and are tired of those "hook up sites", which seem to have a single focus. Lets us work together to see who you really are and what will or could really address those endless aching needs. Depression and or Anxiety might be your burden, we can look at these reasons also. Then there are those avoidance behaviours such as Alcohol, Gambling, Workaholism, and Pornography. Let's talk first & hear or see where you choose to go.
(02) 4400 9115 View (02) 4400 9115
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Naomi Dampney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Huskisson, NSW 2540
I believe that everyone has their own unique story that is important and I am passionate about supporting people who come to see me to find their strengths and to build on their inner resources so that they can move forward into a deeper sense of connection, joy and meaning in their life. People who come to see me typically are looking for someone to listen deeply, to journey beside them as they make sense of their world and to work with them to locate tools and strategies for addressing what isn't working, so they can move through that and feel empowered to deal with life's challenges.
I believe that everyone has their own unique story that is important and I am passionate about supporting people who come to see me to find their strengths and to build on their inner resources so that they can move forward into a deeper sense of connection, joy and meaning in their life. People who come to see me typically are looking for someone to listen deeply, to journey beside them as they make sense of their world and to work with them to locate tools and strategies for addressing what isn't working, so they can move through that and feel empowered to deal with life's challenges.
(08) 6120 1753 View (08) 6120 1753
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Travis Ford
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Huskisson, NSW 2540
The Catharsis Society is a movement that attracts people who want to become the Hero of their lives. This movement attracts individuals who need to be released from societies chains. Are you needing to be free from the overwhelming, unreachable expectations that are placed on you?
The Catharsis Society is a movement that attracts people who want to become the Hero of their lives. This movement attracts individuals who need to be released from societies chains. Are you needing to be free from the overwhelming, unreachable expectations that are placed on you?
(02) 4210 9086 View (02) 4210 9086

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Annie Slater
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541  (Online Only)
I am a compassionate psychologist who aims to work along side people and support them to address whatever goals they have that has led them to access support. I have over 18 years experience in working in a variety of mental health and community service roles. I am passionate about providing client centred and trauma informed psychological services to improve wellbeing. I can provide a wide range of assessment, and mental health services.
I am a compassionate psychologist who aims to work along side people and support them to address whatever goals they have that has led them to access support. I have over 18 years experience in working in a variety of mental health and community service roles. I am passionate about providing client centred and trauma informed psychological services to improve wellbeing. I can provide a wide range of assessment, and mental health services.
(02) 4401 9982 View (02) 4401 9982
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The ADHD Social Worker - Rachel Mintoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nowra, NSW 2541
Navigating life after a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (whether clinically diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can often feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. Finding the right support in a timely manner is tough, and even when you do, it might not be the right fit. You may feel frustrated when the strategies don't work or are hard to follow, leaving you wondering, "What's the point of a diagnosis if nothing changes?"
Navigating life after a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (whether clinically diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can often feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. Finding the right support in a timely manner is tough, and even when you do, it might not be the right fit. You may feel frustrated when the strategies don't work or are hard to follow, leaving you wondering, "What's the point of a diagnosis if nothing changes?"
(02) 4214 4531 View (02) 4214 4531
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Tracey Rovere
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nowra, NSW 2541
Tracey Rovere Psychotherapist, Marriage Counsellor and Relationship Coach addresses many challenges that come with partnerships and relationships. Areas of counselling include; disconnection of intimacy, infidelity, trust issues, difficulty in communication, conflict and working through separation if necessary. The counselling process can help to enhance the friendship and support couples to feel more connected with one another. Other concerns in relationships such as substance use, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, trauma and attachment concerns are also explored in our practice to help you move forward.
Tracey Rovere Psychotherapist, Marriage Counsellor and Relationship Coach addresses many challenges that come with partnerships and relationships. Areas of counselling include; disconnection of intimacy, infidelity, trust issues, difficulty in communication, conflict and working through separation if necessary. The counselling process can help to enhance the friendship and support couples to feel more connected with one another. Other concerns in relationships such as substance use, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, trauma and attachment concerns are also explored in our practice to help you move forward.
(02) 4210 9059 View (02) 4210 9059
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Shakira Sheean - Simpson
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nowra, NSW 2541
Shakira works with people to enhance and foster connectedness, safety and trust in the counselling relationship so that clients can begin to create this for themselves. Shakira can hold the space to provide support, strategies to manage stress effectively, change patterns, build confidence and to create goals in line with personal values that are necessary for living a meaningful life. Emerge Therapy looks to empower you to make informed, responsible and considered choices.
Shakira works with people to enhance and foster connectedness, safety and trust in the counselling relationship so that clients can begin to create this for themselves. Shakira can hold the space to provide support, strategies to manage stress effectively, change patterns, build confidence and to create goals in line with personal values that are necessary for living a meaningful life. Emerge Therapy looks to empower you to make informed, responsible and considered choices.
(02) 4011 8417 View (02) 4011 8417
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Rebecca O'Brien
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541  (Online Only)
Do you want to create a life you love? Can you feel a greater purpose calling to you? Are you pulled from one project to the next without getting any traction? I empower women to create lives they love. Prosperous lives full of peace, purpose and presence. Finding your life's purpose isn't as hard as it sounds.. in fact, its an entirely teachable process. I look forward to reprogramming your subconscious to back yourself and co-create a life of magic .
Do you want to create a life you love? Can you feel a greater purpose calling to you? Are you pulled from one project to the next without getting any traction? I empower women to create lives they love. Prosperous lives full of peace, purpose and presence. Finding your life's purpose isn't as hard as it sounds.. in fact, its an entirely teachable process. I look forward to reprogramming your subconscious to back yourself and co-create a life of magic .
(02) 4012 4710 View (02) 4012 4710
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Wendy Church
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541  (Online Only)
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
(02) 4400 9850 View (02) 4400 9850
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NC Counselling
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Worrigee, NSW 2540
I work with clients that experience a broad range of challenges, related to mental health, physical disabilities, grief, trauma or addictions. Most of them are at critical points in their life or within themselves when they can feel stuck or overwhelmed and do not know how to proceed to move forward or action change. I particularly specialise in counselling parents who have difficulties adapting to a new life of parenthood.
I work with clients that experience a broad range of challenges, related to mental health, physical disabilities, grief, trauma or addictions. Most of them are at critical points in their life or within themselves when they can feel stuck or overwhelmed and do not know how to proceed to move forward or action change. I particularly specialise in counselling parents who have difficulties adapting to a new life of parenthood.
(02) 4412 0918 View (02) 4412 0918
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Daniel Martin
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541
Waitlist for new clients
Dan's desire to help people and curiosity about different ways to improve people’s lives is what drew him to the field. This curiosity has led to him working in several areas of psychology over the years. This openness to new adventures has also led to him living in the USA, Australia, and Singapore. His experience includes individual, group, family and couples counselling. Assessments are offered for mental health, personality or career guidance. Assessment reports are also available for personal or court use.
Dan's desire to help people and curiosity about different ways to improve people’s lives is what drew him to the field. This curiosity has led to him working in several areas of psychology over the years. This openness to new adventures has also led to him living in the USA, Australia, and Singapore. His experience includes individual, group, family and couples counselling. Assessments are offered for mental health, personality or career guidance. Assessment reports are also available for personal or court use.
(02) 8776 3057 View (02) 8776 3057
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Nathan Joel Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541  (Online Only)
Nathan is a social worker who studied at the University of New South Wales. Currently working as a school counsellor at a private co-educational school in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, Nathan has honed his skills in supporting children, youth and their families through various mental health challenges. His down-to-earth, gentle approach enables children and youth to feel safe when sharing their story. By harnessing the power of storytelling, Nathan empowers his clients to reframe their experience, build resilience and create a positive sense of self.
Nathan is a social worker who studied at the University of New South Wales. Currently working as a school counsellor at a private co-educational school in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, Nathan has honed his skills in supporting children, youth and their families through various mental health challenges. His down-to-earth, gentle approach enables children and youth to feel safe when sharing their story. By harnessing the power of storytelling, Nathan empowers his clients to reframe their experience, build resilience and create a positive sense of self.
(02) 9100 0450 View (02) 9100 0450
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Self Reflections
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nowra, NSW 2541
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
Self Reflections is a clinic that prides itself on delivering unparalleled quality, service and value to our clients. We have a team consisting of Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and Accredited Practicing Dietitians providing services to those in the Illawarra and surrounding communities. In addition to individual therapeutic and dietetic services, we provide Couples Therapy, Assessment (Cognitive IQ, Functional Behavioural and Autism Assessments), Clinical Supervision as well as Groups and Workshops.
(02) 4288 2540 View (02) 4288 2540
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Michael Robertson
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Sussex Inlet, NSW 2540
My name is Michael Robertson, and I recognise that everyone occasionally requires additional support to navigate the challenges of life. I provide counsellin services both in my Milton office and online, aimed at helping clients achieve their objectives. I employ a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Schema, behavioural, and constructionist therapies. I understand that each client is distinct and possesses the most profound understanding of their own lives, needs, and concerns. My purpose is to facilitate each client's journey towards their goals and to help them surmount any barriers they perceive as hindering them.
My name is Michael Robertson, and I recognise that everyone occasionally requires additional support to navigate the challenges of life. I provide counsellin services both in my Milton office and online, aimed at helping clients achieve their objectives. I employ a variety of therapeutic approaches, including CBT, Schema, behavioural, and constructionist therapies. I understand that each client is distinct and possesses the most profound understanding of their own lives, needs, and concerns. My purpose is to facilitate each client's journey towards their goals and to help them surmount any barriers they perceive as hindering them.
(02) 6169 1008 View (02) 6169 1008
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Chad Taylor Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nowra, NSW 2541
What it's like working with me. Establishing a solid therapy relationship with my clients is essential. I specifically strive toward being a compassionate and nonjudgmental therapist. I grasp my clients' emotional goals, taking them into account throughout my therapy and always treating them with respect. I am compassionate toward your determination to initiate therapy, and reach out for yourself. I am a formally registered Psychotherapist and Counsellor, working towards a clinical level qualification. I have a specialty area in holistic counselling and I also utilise CBT and DBT therapy models.
What it's like working with me. Establishing a solid therapy relationship with my clients is essential. I specifically strive toward being a compassionate and nonjudgmental therapist. I grasp my clients' emotional goals, taking them into account throughout my therapy and always treating them with respect. I am compassionate toward your determination to initiate therapy, and reach out for yourself. I am a formally registered Psychotherapist and Counsellor, working towards a clinical level qualification. I have a specialty area in holistic counselling and I also utilise CBT and DBT therapy models.
(02) 4404 6877 View (02) 4404 6877

Online Therapists

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Helen Doutty
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Rozelle, NSW 2039
Helen incorporates a range of evidenced based therapeutic modalities including Schema Therapy (ST), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP).
Helen is an empathetic and warm clinical psychologist who is dedicated to empowering and supporting clients to effectively navigate a variety of mental health difficulties and life challenges. She is an effective motivator and communicator who considers the development of a strong client-therapist relationship to be essential in effectively meeting the client’s needs and goals. She has a collaborative, strengths-based approach which fosters respect and openness to client’s individual journeys.
Helen incorporates a range of evidenced based therapeutic modalities including Schema Therapy (ST), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP).
Helen is an empathetic and warm clinical psychologist who is dedicated to empowering and supporting clients to effectively navigate a variety of mental health difficulties and life challenges. She is an effective motivator and communicator who considers the development of a strong client-therapist relationship to be essential in effectively meeting the client’s needs and goals. She has a collaborative, strengths-based approach which fosters respect and openness to client’s individual journeys.
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Guylaine Francesconi
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Sydney, NSW 2060
I provide evidence-based treatment sourced from a range of modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hi / Bonjour, I’m Guylaine. I am a registered psychologist based in Sydney and committed to making therapy a positive and fulfilling experience. I take a collaborative and holistic approach working at your pace to assist you in finding strategies to manage your thoughts and behaviours and help you achieve your goals. My goal is to make you feel accepted, heard, respected and empowered. My three main strengths are respect, kindness and humour. I am fluent in English and French.
I provide evidence-based treatment sourced from a range of modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Hi / Bonjour, I’m Guylaine. I am a registered psychologist based in Sydney and committed to making therapy a positive and fulfilling experience. I take a collaborative and holistic approach working at your pace to assist you in finding strategies to manage your thoughts and behaviours and help you achieve your goals. My goal is to make you feel accepted, heard, respected and empowered. My three main strengths are respect, kindness and humour. I am fluent in English and French.
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Natasha Ramessur
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Parramatta, NSW 2150
I use evidence-based techniques in my therapeutic work including CBT, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR and Play Therapy.
I am a registered psychologist with several years of experience helping clients with a number of issues, including depression, anxiety, bullying, stress, grief and loss, relationship conflicts, anger, social difficulties, behavioural issues, self-esteem, coping with change and life adjustments. My warm, open and non-judgemental approach allows me to easily build strong rapport with my clients and make them feel comfortable and safe. I have a keen interest in client-centred approach, drawing on an eclectic framework of therapeutic interventions, with the aim of building upon the client’s strengths.
I use evidence-based techniques in my therapeutic work including CBT, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR and Play Therapy.
I am a registered psychologist with several years of experience helping clients with a number of issues, including depression, anxiety, bullying, stress, grief and loss, relationship conflicts, anger, social difficulties, behavioural issues, self-esteem, coping with change and life adjustments. My warm, open and non-judgemental approach allows me to easily build strong rapport with my clients and make them feel comfortable and safe. I have a keen interest in client-centred approach, drawing on an eclectic framework of therapeutic interventions, with the aim of building upon the client’s strengths.
(02) 8074 5546 View (02) 8074 5546
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Christopher Tran
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I draw from my experience with CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Mindfulness and Self-Determination Theory.
I focus on supporting people who come from immigrant families who want to be in more control of their own lives and be more self-efficient. This includes if you: 1) want to improve how you feel and think; 2) want more out of life; 3) want to be better equipped with dealing with family, partners, friends, colleagues or new people. So if you want to enhance your ability to manage emotions or your internal voice that’s critical of you, if you want to get motivated, enhance your effectiveness in an area of life or if you just want more balance, if you want to be more self-assured or if you want support with dealing with discrimination.
I draw from my experience with CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Mindfulness and Self-Determination Theory.
I focus on supporting people who come from immigrant families who want to be in more control of their own lives and be more self-efficient. This includes if you: 1) want to improve how you feel and think; 2) want more out of life; 3) want to be better equipped with dealing with family, partners, friends, colleagues or new people. So if you want to enhance your ability to manage emotions or your internal voice that’s critical of you, if you want to get motivated, enhance your effectiveness in an area of life or if you just want more balance, if you want to be more self-assured or if you want support with dealing with discrimination.
(02) 8105 5125 View (02) 8105 5125

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Motivational Interviewing Counsellors

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathises, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviours in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behaviour.