- Brené Brown
Sofia Kouznetsova
Social Worker, Relationship Therapist
Secret Harbour, Perth WA 6173
In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide
Philosophy & Vision
Hi, I'm Sofia (she/they), an accredited social worker dedicated to providing compassionate, inclusive, and non-judgmental individual and relationship counselling services. I believe in celebrating diversity and honouring the strengths inherent in each individual. Grounded in person-centred principles, my priority is ensuring that every client feels seen, heard, and respected. My practice is trauma informed, culturally sensitive, polyamory friendly, LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming. I believe therapy should be individualised, not one-size-fits-all. I will work collaboratively with you to develop a personalised plan tailored to your needs, goals and preferences.
Background
Over the course of my career, I have provided mental health and counselling services to diverse clientele across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My professional experience spans roles at not-for-profit organisations, work in a residential aged care setting, as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) clinician, and in private practice.
Services
Client services:
- Individual counselling
- ADHD counselling & coaching
- Relationship counselling
Appointments are available both online via telehealth and in-person in Secret Harbour.
Standard sessions typically last 55 minutes, except for relationship assessment sessions, which are 85 minutes.
Extended sessions may be arranged upon request.
I offer free, no-obligation 15-minute introductory phone consultations to all new and prospective clients. This gives you an opportunity to tell me more about what you are looking for, ask any questions you might have, and assess whether we are a good fit.
Areas of Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Social Work (Coursework & Dissertation) - UWA
- Graduate Certificate of Play and Art Therapy - Sydney Centre for Creative Change
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 & 2 - Gottman Institute
Modalities
ACT - Creative Arts Therapy - Gottman Method - Integrative - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Play Therapy - Sand Tray - Strengths-Based - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Although I primarily describe myself as a person-centred and integrative therapist, I have training and experience in a range of therapeutic modalities, which I often draw on in my practice. I have a Graduate Certificate in Art and Play Therapy, and love to integrate expressive arts therapies in my practice, with a particular passion for sandtray therapy. I have also completed level 1 and 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which informs much of my relationship counselling work.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Social Workers
Practice Locations
Secret Harbour Community Centre
4 Oasis Drive
Secret Harbour WA 6173
Free parking available outside my practice location (Secret Harbour Community Centre)
Appointments
I am available for appointments Fridays 6pm-8pm and Saturdays 12pm-5pm AWST. Please enquire for bookings outside my listed practice hours.
Fees & Insurance
My fees start at $120 for individual counselling and $150-200 for relationship counselling. I offer a free 15 minute initial phone consult. I do not offer Medicare or Private Health Fund rebates.
Payment Options
Online payment at time of booking (processed securely via Stripe)
Contact Sofia
Please book online to make an appointment