Counselling that is affordable and available for young people and adults of all ages. Counselling based in Bathurst
face to face, or anywhere in Australia online or by telephone.
0493232015
Branch Out Counselling
Welcome to Branch Out Counselling where we understand that people often become 'stuck' with problems of basic human conflict and dilemmas that contribute to stress, anxiety and depression. We invite people to look at their own lives to find new significance and meaning in life's events and reconnect with life's values and goals.
About Me
I am a Registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and have a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Post Graduate in Counselling. I have worked with children, families, rural communities and people living in isolation for many years and helped people when they have been at their most vulnerable.
At Branch Out Counselling I help young people and adults of all ages, identify and achieve their personal goals. Using solution focused therapies, I work collaboratively with clients to help identify and solve problems that cause people distress, anxiety and depression.
My main areas of interest include -
Counselling young people. Work with young people to build towards improving their resilience and self-esteem, improve socialisation and, in particular managing self-concept and self-destructive beliefs.
Counselling for people who experience grief and loss - not only through the loss of a loved one, but those losses we accumulate from childhood and throughout our lifespan that often resurface during times of stress.
Counselling for older adults who find themselves having problems with relationships, life span stages, loss of income, independence, and purpose. Help our older adults reconnect with feelings of self-worth and help them reconnect with their communities post pandemic.
Counselling for those experiencing challenging personalities within the workplace. Counselling for small businesses to help improve relationships within the workplace.
Anger management for all adults.
I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients and look forward to helping you. Get in touch to learn more.
“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment”
Buddha
Person-Centred / Solution Focused Counselling
Counselling in a confidential, safe environment
At Branch Out Counselling our therapy is based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Family Therapy. These counselling approaches work towards finding new significance in life's events that may be neglected or forgotten in times of stress. They help work through lifespan events that have shaped the way we behave in the here and now.
In a proactive way, counselling can help find solutions to problems experienced through relationships, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, families, careers and sudden life course change. Build compassion for yourself and others and gain skills to help manage extreme emotions and behaviours that no longer work.
Together in a safe therapeutic space we can work together to overcome personal challenges, and allow yourself to achieve your individual life goals. I cater to each of my client’s personal needs in order to unlock their full potential. Contact me to start your proactive journey today.
Relationship Counselling
Couples, friends, families, children and adolescents. Uncoupling, grief and loss.
Life throws many surprises at us, and while we cannot predict the outcome of any situation, we can take control of how we respond to certain situations. With my coaching sessions, you’ll learn about acceptance and how to exert your power of choice over whatever life may throw at you.
Child and Adolescent Counselling
Building resilience, self esteem and emotion coping strategies
This service is a favorite among many of my clients, as it is often times one of the keys to a happier, healthier life. My job is to give you the tools and techniques to achieve a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. After several sessions, you will become well-versed at handling issues whenever and wherever they arise. Call now to schedule a session.
Bereavement, Grief, and Loss
Change is inevitable and always involves loss.
Do you feel like you are always adding new tasks to your to-do list but never crossing anything out? My specialization will help guide and inspire you to achieve more of your personal and professional goals. Get in touch today and start taking control of your life with my coaching tools and techniques.
Anger Management
Help understand and manage your anger
Have you sometimes had day after day when everything seems to go wrong and you take out your frustrations on the ones you love? Often anger becomes a learnt behaviour that happens over time when we use anger to manage other emotions we cannot face such as sadness or loss. Anger is normal and health but becomes a problem when you make others responsible for the feelings you find difficult or impossible to manage.
My job is to help you understand anger and identify triggers and situations when anger takes hold and becomes problematic. I can give you the tools and techniques to identify and manage anger in a more healthy and productive way. After several sessions, you will become well-versed at handling issues whenever and wherever they arise. Call now to schedule a session.