- Carl Rogers
Ms Carolin Skipka
Holistic Counsellor, Psychotherapist
Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy for Women
Castle Hill, Sydney NSW 2154
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
Sometimes we forget how much strength and courage it takes to seek help and that it’s often the first step towards healing and change. In my practice I welcome all parts of you warmly, with compassion and deep interest in you and what brings you to therapy.
Maybe you are struggling with anxiety or depression? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by feelings, thoughts or behaviours that are keeping you stuck? Maybe you are going through a big life transition that is turning your world upside down like a change in your career or relationship, a pregnancy or going through menopause?
No matter where you are at, I will travel alongside you, guide and support you, so that you can feel safe and even curious about getting to know parts of you that may have been hidden or that may hold important information. My work is trauma aware, informed by mindful somatic psychotherapy (Hakomi) and psychodynamic theory.
Background
I originally completed a Bachelor in Pharmacy in Germany but decided to change careers a few years later after moving to Australia, where I completed a Graduate Diploma in Counselling at the Australian Institute of Counselling in Sydney.
As part of my training and my work experience I have worked with clients suffering from addiction and supported women diagnosed with breast cancer during this extremely challenging time.
In my private practice, I am passionate about supporting women who are stuck in often unconscious patterns that keep them stuck in feeling overwhelmed, result in a strong inner critic and constant self-doubt. I support women to find more inner freedom and to reconnect to a sense of peace and agency.
Services
I offer individual therapy for adults who are seeking support with recent or current challenges as well as wanting to address deeper, underlying issues.
Whether you are looking for short term counselling or a more in depth approach through psychotherapy I offer you a compassionate, safe space, free of judgement as well as my care and guidance.
Quality Provision
I am a member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
I participate in regular clinical individual and group supervision. I am passionate about ongoing professional learning and development as a therapist and my own ongoing therapy.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Graduate Diploma of Counselling - 2010 - Institute of Counselling
- Bachelor of Pharmacy - 2000 - University of Bonn, Germany
Modalities
Attachment Theory - Emotionally Focused Therapy - Experiential - Holistic - Inner Child - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Psychodynamic - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Apart from the different approaches that inform my work, my main intention is to create a safe and non judgmental space for you to be able to bring any challenge, difficult experience or pain that you are struggling with.
With gentleness and sensitivity I support you to feel safe to explore any issue at your own pace and in a way that you are comfortable with. While I bring my skills and experience to our sessions, I will be guided by you. You are the expert of your life and the one who knows best what decisions you want to make and the direction you want to take your life
Approaches that inform my work are Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy (Hakomi), Psychodynamic theory, parts work and Person Centred practice.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
15 Terminus Street
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Appointments
I have flexible appointment times and am available most weekdays.
Fees & Insurance
My standard fee for a 1 hour session is $160.
I offer sliding scale fees upon request for clients experiencing hardship.
Languages
English
German
Payment Options
Bank transfer or cash
Contact Carolin
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult