Philosophy & Vision
I offer an empathetic, client-centred approach to counselling and therapy in a trusting, safe and supporting environment. In honouring and exploring the knowledge of your life it will provide the opportunity for you to build on this knowledge.
My style draws from a range of approaches and techniques mainly from EMDR Therapy, Hakomi and Narrative therapy, which are called upon depending on the nature of the presenting issue as well as the personality and needs of the client.
Background
I worked since 1989 in public, private health and non-government organisations and private practice with a wide range of life issues at first in Switzerland and then in Australia.
Services
I offer counselling and therapy to individuals, couples and families.
Quality Provision
Ongoing clinical supervision, ongoing professional development through study groups, courses and conferences.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Arts in Sociology and Psychology - 1989 - University of Constance, Germany
- Graduate of Hakomi Therapy - 1991
- Trained in Narrative Therapy - 2003
- Certified EMDR Practitioner - 2009
- EMDRAA Approved Consultant & Institue Facilitator - 2010
Modalities
EMDR - Hakomi - Mindfulness - Narrative Therapy - Solution Oriented - Systems Theory
Therapy Approach
I combine a traditional and wholistic approach with eastern philosophy while focusing on body and mind experiences with warmth, compassion and empathy.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Psychologists Inc
- EMDRAA
- The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
Practice Locations
Suite D Level 2,
45 Hunter Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Regular public bus and tram service, stop near house, 2 hour ticket parking all around the block usually easy to find.
Appointments
Monday to Friday 9am till 5.30pm
Fees & Insurance
In our practice we charge $210 per hour, we are open to discuss reduction of fees in some circumstances.
I do have medicare provider numbers for referrals from GP's and I am registered with private health funds and with Open Arms.
Languages
English
German
Payment Options
Payment via bank transfer or credit card
Contact Gisela
At present I have a waiting list