Mental health is a state of wellbeing in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively, and take pleasure and satisfaction from life.

If this isn't you right now, and you would like it to be, then I can help. Click here to check availability.

Counselling sessions typically last 60 minutes. Click here to check availability.

This is a safe space. Confidentiality and privacy is a top priority. This is one of the key reasons to seek a professional counsellor. We are professionally bound to keep your identity private, and whatever is said between us confidential (similar to doctor-patient confidentiality). I take this very seriously. Your information will not be shared without your consent. This aspect and any limitations will be discussed in more detail in our first meeting.

Yes, I offer both in-person and online counselling sessions to accommodate different preferences and needs. Initial sessions are typically conducted in-person. Subsequent sessions may be made online by arrangement.

Standard Session Fees:

- Standard Counselling Session (60 minutes): $150

- Bulk Rate (3 sessions pre-paid): $390 ($130/session)

Concession Fees:

- Concession Standard Session (healthcare/concession card): $110

- Concession Bulk Rate (3 sessions pre-paid): $270 ($90/session)

- Initial sessions are available in-person only. Subsequent online sessions may be made by arrangement.

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No, Medicare generally does not cover private counselling service providers like mine.

However, Medicare subsidised services like a psychologist or psychiatrist are not necessarily cheaper. To access a limited number of this type of session, you will first need to book a visit with your GP to register under a "Mental Health Care Plan". Then you'll need to book sessions with a psychologist or psychiatrist. The cost of these sessions is generally much higher ($250+), with the Medicare rebate only covering part of the fee (currently $96.65) and usually running out after 6 sessions.

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You'll never be wasting your time, or mine, by having a session with me. We are all climbing our own personal mountain. Sometimes it can be a difficult climb, and talking to someone who is a good listener can often help. Usually the best solution is already within you, and I can help you see it.

When it comes to your life, I'm definitely not the expert. You are!

But I am trained in helping you find the best solutions to your problems. 

In terms of qualifications, I hold a BSc. degree (Psych) from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand, and a Diploma of Counselling from Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors. I am also a level 2 member of the Australian Counsellors Association.

For the past 5 years I have been working in WA's south-west with people diagnosed with various mental health diagnoses.

I understand that it can be hard taking the first step. It's a leap of faith, isnt it?

There are two options. You can just go ahead and book a session by clicking "book now" or scrolling to the calander the bottom of this page and choosing a date and time that suits you. (There's an option to write a note to me when making your booking).

Or Click on the "Contact" link and write a message directly to my email that I will reply to within 24 hours. 

Rurallink

Phone: 1800 552 002
Hours: 4.30pm to 8:30am Monday to Friday; 24 hours on Saturday, Sunday and public holidays. During business hours you will be connected to your local community mental health clinic.

A specialist after hours mental health telephone service for people in rural communities of Western Australia. Rurallink gives easy telephone access to experienced community mental health staff, with a focus on supporting people with mental health issues. It is a confidential service providing a single point of contact providing information, advice, assessment, and where required, referrals to other mental health services. Click for more information- link will open in a new window.

Lifeline

Phone: 13 11 14
Live chat: lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/- link will open in a new window
Text: 0477 13 11 14
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
lifeline.org.au- link will open in a new window

Lifeline is 24-hour telephone and online supports line providing counselling services for anyone experiencing personal crisis.

Suicide Call Back Service

Phone: 1300 659 467 (24 hours/7 days)
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
suicidecallbackservice.org.au- link will open in a new window

Suicide Call Back Service is a nationwide service providing 24/7 telephone and online counselling to people affected by suicide.

Samaritans

Phone: 135 247
Hours: 8am to 8pm (AWST)
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Samaritans WA are available to speak with you during our operating hours of 8am-8pm (AWST). Available to provide support on the following topics, and offer referrals for other agencies and support services if needed:

• Relationship or family problems
• Loss and bereavement
• Financial worries or job-related anxiety
• School, college or study-related stress
• Illness – your own or someone you care for
• Addiction or substance abuse
• Thoughts of suicide

Open Arms

Phone: 1800 011 046
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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24/7 crisis support for current and ex-serving Australian Defence Force personnel and their families. Open Arms provides free and confidential counselling to anyone who has served at least one day in the ADF, and the veteran community.

BeyondBlue

Phone: 1300 22 4636 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Online chat- link will open in a new window: 1pm to midnight AEST
beyondblue.org.au

All calls and chats are one-on-one with a trained mental health professional, and completely confidential. Click for more information.- link will open in a new window

Here For You

Phone: 1800here4u (1800 437 348)
Hours: 7am to 10pm, 7 days a week
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Statewide confidential, non-judgemental, telephone service for anyone concerned about their own or another person’s alcohol and other drug use and/or mental health issues.

Qualified counsellors or professional peer practitioners based in Western Australia. Peer practitioners have a lived experience of alcohol and other drug use and/or mental health issues and recovery, and are trained to use their experiences to support individuals living with similar issues.

Crisis Care

Phone: 1800 199 008 (freecall)

Crisis Care provides Western Australia’s after-hours response to reported concerns for a child’s safety and wellbeing and information and referrals for people experiencing crisis. Contact Crisis Care if you are concerned about the wellbeing of a child, are escaping domestic violence and need help or are experiencing homelessness. Click for more information.- link will open in a new window

Mental Health Online

mentalhealthonline.org.au- link will open in a new window

Mental Health Online provides comprehensive and effective online services and programs free of charge. If you’re experiencing mental distress, their services can help you understand and address your needs through self-assessment, self-help and, if you choose, online professional support.