Psychotherapists and Counsellors Answer your Questions

From a young age I have been interested in the helping professions. For a long time I thought it would be in a medical/physical health capacity but I discovered an interest in psychology in my first...

From a young age I have been interested in the helping professions. For a long time I thought it would be in a medical/physical health capacity but I discovered an interest in psychology in my first year of university. Although I diverted from this path, the desire to help was always there. My own experiences of grief, parenting stress, mental health challenges and supporting my neurodivergent children led me back to counselling later in life.

I have been interested in mental health since I was in school, and as I studied psychology in university and experienced therapy as a client, I found I was always looking for something that went...

I have been interested in mental health since I was in school, and as I studied psychology in university and experienced therapy as a client, I found I was always looking for something that went deeper. After a career in public health and epidemiology, my focus turned again to psychotherapy and I found my way into a holistic course that offered what I felt I had always been missing.

Seeing a psychotherapist changed my life, and not just once. Having had such a profound experience, I found I wanted to understand how it worked. I felt that I had found a missing piece in...

Seeing a psychotherapist changed my life, and not just once. Having had such a profound experience, I found I wanted to understand how it worked. I felt that I had found a missing piece in understanding what it takes to 'show up' with resilience and stability, first for oneself and then for others and broader goals. The thought of bringing this capacity for resilience and sturdiness to others has deep appeal for me.

I have always been fascinated by people and why they do the things they do! Even after studying psychology and sociology 20 plus years ago I would find myself drawn to books and training that was...

I have always been fascinated by people and why they do the things they do! Even after studying psychology and sociology 20 plus years ago I would find myself drawn to books and training that was people related. It took me a while to get around to actually work as a counsellor but I am thrilled to have finally ended up on this path. It is really rewarding to work with people to help them to understand themselves see them make positive changes for lives.

I spent many years volunteering with Lifeline as a telephone crisis supporter. It was an absolute privilege to be able to listen to people's stories and to be invited into their lives for a brief...

I spent many years volunteering with Lifeline as a telephone crisis supporter. It was an absolute privilege to be able to listen to people's stories and to be invited into their lives for a brief moment. The sense of connection and ability to help people along their path was really rewarding. I sought out counsellor training so that I could continue to provide connection and support to people in a more ongoing way.