Frequently Asked Questions

Counsellors and psychologists both play key roles in supporting mental health, but their approaches differ. Psychologists primarily help with complex mental health conditions and can offer diagnostic assessments. Counsellors, on the other hand, focus on guiding clients through specific challenges or everyday struggles.

The key difference is in perspective: psychologists often ask "What's wrong with you?" while counsellors ask, "What’s happened to you?" As a counsellor, I work with you to understand how past experiences shape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, empowering you to create positive change.

Counselling is a safe, collaborative space to explore your concerns and regain control of your life. I bring both my professional training and lived experience to support you with warmth, compassion, and respect for your journey.

No need for a Mental Health Care Plan, book in today on 0439 995 730!

Sessions are available face to face in Gawler, by phone or zoom.

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Fees are as following:

Fridays and Saturdays until 5pm: Individuals - Counselling :

$160 per 60 minutes

NDIS Counselling: 

$156.16  per 60 minutes

This rate corresponds to the NDIS support item 15_043_0128_1_3, titled "Assessment, Recommendation, Therapy, or Training – Counsellor." This support item falls under the Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living category and covers professional counselling services aimed at enhancing participants' daily living skills.  I can also provide support letters for upcoming NDIS plan reviews.

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Pension/Disability/HCC/Special Consideration - Individuals

$110 per 60 minutes

I take into consideration an individual's financial situation, so please inquire about a sliding scale option.

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Looking forward to working with you!

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*Please note:

Payment is needed prior to first session. Cancellations within 24 hours of appointment the full appointment fee will be charged. Rescheduling in the first instance there is no fee, ongoing cancellation and rescheduling will incur a $25 fee.

Upon booking in for your first counselling session, you can expect to receive a reflective journal to accompany you in-between your counselling sessions. The reflective journal that I created especially for you is a starting place to delve deeper ‘into your’ why behind the need to be there for everyone and what’s lead to the burnout creeping into your life, and how you can start showing up for you in a way that is nourishing and sustainable for your wellbeing.  

When you attend your first counselling session, whether online or in person, you’ll be warmly welcomed and given space to ask any questions you have.

We’ll start by getting to know each other and building rapport. There’s no rush—take your time to ease into the session at a pace that feels right for you. My role is to meet you where you are, with compassion and without judgement.

Next, we’ll go over a counselling agreement, covering details like confidentiality, your reason(s) for exploring counselling, and how to book future sessions.

Finally, we’ll talk about your needs and what you’d like to explore. You’re welcome to ask questions along the way, too.

This is your space, and I’m here to support you through every step.

 After your first session, take a moment to check in with yourself. How did it feel? Do you feel ready to continue? Healing isn’t instant—it takes time to uncover patterns and create lasting change. Just as burnout doesn’t happen overnight, recovery unfolds at a pace that nurtures you.

You might have some “Growthwork” to do between sessions—whether it’s journalling, reflecting on questions, or reading. This isn’t about perfection; it’s about supporting your healing journey and helping you feel more whole, healthy, and at peace.

Many people let me know that they leave a counselling session feeling lighter, more energised, happier, empowered and hopeful knowing that there is a way forward towards healing and recovery. That life gets to feel easier on their terms!  

Counselling facilitates changes such as gaining new insights, achieving profound clarity, shifting perspectives, and developing greater awareness of thoughts and feelings. It also supports improved relationships, enhanced emotional regulation and nervous system balance, and the formation of healthy habits, behaviors, and life decisions.

 I deliver my counselling service online (telehealth via phone or video) and offer face to face appointments at Gawler, South Australia. 

 Yes, I do under Improved Daily Living within Capacity Building. I am able to offer my counselling services to individuals with NDIS plans that are plan managed and self-managed NDIS participants if your funding includes counselling. If you are unsure check with your support coordinator. You’re welcome to give me a call on 0439 995 730 to discuss further. 

 I am a Specialist Counsellor and do not provide services under Medicare, including GP Mental Health Care Plans. 

 Yes. I ask bookings to be paid for 24hours prior to attending your appointment. You can cancel up to 24hours prior with no charge. After this time, 100% of your fee will be charged if you notify me. However, no refunds will be provided for not showing up to your appointment and no cancellation notification. 

No, I don’t. If you are seeking immediate support please make contact with the following services: 

•  LETSS: Ph: 1800 013 755. 5pm till 11.30pm, 365 days a year 
•  Lifeline: 13 13 14 (24/7 support)   
• Blue Knott:  1300 657 380 (24/7 support)    
• Beyond Blue:  1300 22 4636 (24/7 support)
• Police | Ambulance:  000
• Mental Health Triage: 13 14 65