Philosophy & Vision
We live in relationship with ourselves, with others and with this world. We thrive, we heal and we grow in relationship. Yet life continually challenges us to renegotiate our relationships. The therapy partnership I offer is founded on wisdom of existential therapy, practice of mindfulness, and faith in change inspired by neuroscience. I will gently help you reconnect with your inner knowledge, open to new possibilities with an improved sense of self, and reclaim responsibility for life choices.
Background
I am trained in a mindful and professional mode of counselling and psychotherapy. I have run my own private practice for 15 years. I have specialised in the discomforts of life and the shadow side. I also have extensive experience in workplace training, individual and team development and career counselling. My life journey has been eclectic and has privileged me with an expansive experience of other's worlds.
Services
I am experienced in a number of areas:
Intimate relationships
Attachment issues and old family wounds
Childhood sexual abuse and trauma
Explorations of identity and meaning
Creativity and spirituality
Limiting self beliefs and patterns of behaviour
Self reflection and greater attunement to self and others
Women's issues, men's issues and sexuality
Separation, life transistion and grief
End of life issues
Distress of medical and mental health diagnoses
Stress management
Workplace issues and career counselling
Depression and anxiety
Quality Provision
I undertake professional development and training every year and receive continuous clinical supervision. I am passionate about deepening my knowledge of human existence. I study the work of philosophers, scientists and fellow therapists and draw on my own experiential learning. I support my work with yoga and meditation practices, writing and inspiration from the arts.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Post Graduate Diploma (Counselling) - 2007 - ACAP
- Masters of Arts (Hons) - 1988 - University of Canterbury
Modalities
Attachment Theory - CBT - Dream Work - EMDR - Existential - Experiential - Focusing - MBSR - Meditation - Mindfulness - Narrative Therapy - Neuroscience - Person Centred - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I help clients to find insight into their unique approach to life with deep respect for my client's intelligence, values and experience.
To facilitate this enquiry and to support the emergence of new ways of being in the world, my work incorporates existential therapy, mindfulness-based practices (MBSR, PNT) and focusing oriented therapy, as well as techniques from art therapy, dream work, narrative and attachment theory, and CBT. My style is holistic, integrative and inclusive of body, mind and relationships
Professional Associations
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Clinical
Practice Locations
Rochford Street
Erskineville NSW 2043
Close to public transport
Street parking available
Appointments
Monday - Thursday: business and evening hours
Fees & Insurance
$150 per 1 hour session for individual therapy
Payment Options
Cash or internet banking or PayPal
Contact Soraiya
Please contact me to make an appointment