- Jon Kabat-Zinn
Gabriella Gandi
Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor
Fulfilled Within Counselling & Psychotherapy
Castle Hill, NSW 2154
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
Shy, reserved, quiet, introverted, sensitive. Do any of these words describe your teen?
If your teen prefers to be on their own, struggles with new situations, tends to get overwhelmed or emotional, prefers listening than talking, or is easily affected by criticism, they may have this trait.
You may be wondering: is there anything wrong with my teen? Let me reassure you that no, there is nothing wrong with your shy, sensitive teen.
Shy, sensitive teens simply need a different environment to thrive. And when they have it, they can thrive really, really well. This is the heart of my practice, where I aim to cultivate a nurturing environment for shy, sensitive teenagers to thrive.
One of my main offerings is nature-based walk and talk therapy, which helps with regulation and emotional clarity. It also provides an added benefit of movement and reduces the pressure of eye-contact.
Background
I am a PACFA-registered counsellor who is deeply committed to supporting shy, sensitive teenagers in a way that works for them.
As someone who used to be a shy teen, I know what it’s like to be in their shoes. Often times, the support offered to shy teens, while well-intended, are mismatched to their inherent trait. This is why I offer something different. In my perspective, your teen’s shy and sensitive nature are not flaws to be fixed, rather they are gentle strengths to be developed.
Services
I offer walk and talk therapy in nature for shy and sensitive teenagers, as well as appointments in my office & online.
Quality Provision
As a PACFA-registered counsellor, I abide by their professional standards of ethics, duty of care, and confidentiality. This also includes my ongoing participation in supervision, as well as my continuing professional development.
Areas of Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling - Western Sydney University
- Creative Trauma Cleansing Practitioner - Tara Tierra
Modalities
Attachment Theory - Compassion-Focused Therapy - Ecological Psychotherapy - Existential - Holistic - Inner Child - Integrative - Internal Family Systems - Interpersonal - Jungian - MBTI - Meditation - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Process Oriented - Somatic Psychotherapy - Soul Centred Psychotherapy - Strengths-Based - Transpersonal - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I offer a gentle space for your teen to lean into their innate gifts, navigate the challenges of having this trait, and develop self-confidence from the inside out. My approach is sensitivity-affirming and strength-based, tailored to your teen's needs.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
Practice Locations
24/6-8 Old Castle Hill Road
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Castle Hill office:
Car - parking available in front of the building
Public transport - 5 mins walk from Castle Hill metro station
Norwest Lake
Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Appointments
Available Mon-Thurs & Sat
Fees & Insurance
Sessions are 60 minutes and cost $150 AUD. I accept self-managed and plan-managed NDIS funds for "Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living".
I also offer a 20-minute complimentary call to discuss whether this is the right support for your teen.
Languages
English
Indonesian
Payment Options
I accept bank transfer, cash, EFT, Mastercard, and Visa.
Contact Gabriella
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult
A conversation with Gabriella Gandi
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