Philosophy & Vision
Counselling creates a unique space for you to speak without the fear of judgement and work on making sense of the situation that is occurring for you. I offer that unique space in counselling for you to talk through what is on your mind and recognise what you are feeling, as well, identify what may be influencing and impacting your everyday life that is making it a struggle.
I provide a confidential space for you to discuss stressful life situations that you experience where you may feel overwhelmed and stuck, without a vision for resolve or peace of the issue you are faced with. I am able to assist you in recognising your strengths and abilities.
I have a strong commitment to supporting people and their wellbeing, with a focus on fostering self-care, self-awareness, self-regulation and self-growth to assist in managing their daily lives.
Background
Before starting private practice, I worked as a counsellor across non-government, private business, not-for-profit and private practice, I have supported people in the areas of: mental health, neurodiversity, complex trauma, being a carer, homelessness, education (primary, secondary, tertiary), grief and loss, stress, social (self-confidence, self-esteem, communication), friendships, relationships, bullying, health issues, career choices and personal development.
Since moving into private practice I see clients who would like support in the areas of :- mental health, emotional wellbeing, health concerns, study, workplace, self-esteem, conflict, behavioural issues and challenging daily life situations.
Services
I offer individual counselling sessions: In Person, Online (zoom) and Telephone
I work holistically with an Integrative Therapy approach using ; Person Centred, Strength Based, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Solution Focused and other counselling modalities when required.
I offer individual clinical supervision sessions: In Person and Online (zoom)
I work in a relational style, using a number of approaches such as Person Centred, Strength Based and Solution Focused.
Quality Provision
I provide a confidential space using Person Centred and Integrative Therapy to establish a good working relationship known as a therapeutic alliance. This fosters a collaborative connection that allows me to tap into a number of evidence based counselling modalities to support you and your wellbeing.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) - 2008 - Western Sydney University
- Graduate Diploma of Counselling - 2009 - Western Sydney University
- Certificate of Attainment - Supervision - 2020 - Optimise Potential
Modalities
ACT - CBT - Gestalt - Holistic - Integrative - Mindfulness - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Solution Oriented - Strengths-Based - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I work holistically with an Integrative Therapy approach using ; Person Centred, Strength Based, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Solution Focused and other counselling modalities when required. I provide a space for you to feel safe to tell your story, have validation for what you are experiencing and work on a plan to move forward for resolve, acceptance and peace with the issue you have presented with.
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Clinical
Practice Locations
147 King Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Appointments
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday between 11am to 7pm
Online - (Zoom)
Telephone
Face to Face - King St, Sydney CBD (Wednesdays only)
Fees & Insurance
Counselling 1 hr : $140
Supervision 1 hr : $100
Reduced fee for students, part time or casual workers: $100.00
Sliding 'sliding scale’ of fee with regard to financial hardship
Bupa and ARHG register
Approved Victim Services Counsellor
Payment Options
Payment on day of session via Online Bank Transfer
Contact Leigh
Please contact me to make an appointment