FAQ
What types of counselling do you offer?
I offer individual counselling, couple counselling, ecotherapy (nature-based counselling), Walk and Talk Therapy, and EMDR-informed therapy. My work is also grounded in attachment-based approaches, supporting clients to understand relational patterns, strengthen emotional safety, and create meaningful change.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes. Online counselling is available for clients across Perth and Australia, offering flexible and confidential support from your own space.
How do I know if counselling is right for me?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally tired, or navigating change, counselling can be a supportive place to pause and make sense of what you’re experiencing. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from working with a therapist. Counselling can also support self-understanding, growth, and emotional wellbeing.
What can counselling help with?
Counselling can support you with stress, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and personal growth.
Where do you offer your services?
In-person counselling sessions are available in Girrawheen, in Perth’s northern suburbs. Online sessions are also offered for clients who prefer the flexibility of remote support or who live outside the area.
How do I get started with counselling?
You can begin by booking a free 15-minute video call to explore your needs and see whether counselling feels like the right option for you.
What can I expect from the first session?
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and for you to experience my counselling style, so you can see whether you feel comfortable and supported.
It’s a relaxed conversation where we begin to explore what brings you to counselling and discuss which therapeutic approach may best support your needs.
Click here for important information about your first counselling session.
What do I need to know about Online Counselling?
Online counselling works best when you are able to join from a private, quiet space where confidentiality can be maintained.
I also recommend using a stable internet connection to help avoid interruptions. Sessions are held via Google Meet, and I will email you the link shortly before your appointment.
Make yourself comfortable, and we will begin at the scheduled time.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Everything you share is kept private unless disclosure is required by law (for example, if records are subpoenaed) or if there are serious concerns about your safety or the safety of others. Counselling sessions do not appear on your general health records.
Please read our Privacy Policy.
How many sessions will I need to attend?
There’s no set number of sessions. Healing looks different for each person and often takes time.
Some clients feel a shift after the first session, while others choose to continue for a few months. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you.
How often do I need to attend sessions?
Therapy is often most effective when sessions are attended regularly. Many clients begin with weekly appointments and then move to fortnightly sessions as things stabilise, however this is always flexible and guided by your needs and goals.
How long are counselling sessions and how much do they cost?
Individual Counselling $132 - 50/60 minutes
Online Counselling $132 - 50/60 minutes
Couple Counselling $ 175 - 90 minutes
Ecotherapy Sessions $175 - 75- 90 minutes
Concession rate $110 - - 50/60 minutes
Are private health insurance rebates available?
Yes. Rebates may be available depending on your level of cover. I am an approved provider for Bupa, Medibank, ahm, HCF, HBF, and all health funds connected with AHRG.
I’m a student or a low-income earner. Do you offer discounts?
Yes. I offer discounts to students and low-income earners.
Please get in touch with me, and we will work something out.
Can I claim a medicare rebate?
Medicare rebates are not available for counselling sessions. That said, my fees are similar to the gap many people pay after a Medicare rebate with a psychologist.
Do I need a referral from my GP?
No, you don’t need a referral. Since I do not offer Medicare rebates, you do not need a Mental Health Care Plan to see me.
You can contact me directly to arrange a time to meet.
Do you offer sessions after hours?
Yes. I offer counselling after hours.
You can contact me to book a session at a time that works best for you.
What if I have to cancel an appointment?
You can cancel an appointment. However, I ask that you give me at least 48 hours.
Otherwise, the session is fully chargeable.
What is Ecotherapy?
Ecotherapy refers to a wide range of outdoor activities, horticulture, pet therapy, and related practices.
In our case, it is a talk-based therapy. Being outside is very healing for our mental health.
You can learn more here.
What do I need to do to prepare for my Walk & Talk therapy or Therapy in the Park?
Wear comfortable shoes, and bring sunglasses and a bottle of water.
Bring your mobile phone and have my number handy in case we can’t find each other.
What if it is raining?
If the weather is rainy or windy, I’ll suggest switching to an Individual indoor session at my Girrawheen practice.
If you’re not comfortable meeting indoors, we can reschedule or move the session online.
Can I change to Therapy in the Park after seeing you indoors or vice versa?
Yes, in most cases. I work in a flexible, personalised way, and the session setting can change over time.
Before starting Ecotherapy, an initial assessment in my office is needed. After that, we can choose the most suitable format, indoors, outdoors, or online, based on what feels appropriate and on the level of privacy required.
Do you have other questions?