FAQ
What types of counselling do you offer in Perth?
I provide individual counselling, couple counselling, young adult counselling, ecotherapy, STRC and home care counselling, as well as professional supervision. Services are available in-person in Perth’s northern suburbs and online.
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Do you offer online counselling in Perth?
Yes. Online counselling is available for clients across Perth and Australia, offering flexible and confidential support from your own space.
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How do I know if counselling is right for me?
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally drained, or navigating change, counselling can help. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from working with a therapist in Perth.
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What can counselling help with?
Counselling can support you with stress, anxiety, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and personal growth.
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Are your services confidential?
Yes. All counselling sessions are conducted in a safe, confidential environment, in line with professional and ethical standards.
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Do you offer counselling in Perth’s northern suburbs?
Yes. In-person counselling is available in Girrawheen, with online options for those outside the area.
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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, and AHRG.
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What can I expect from a session?
The first session is an opportunity for you to get to know my counselling style and see if you’re comfortable with me.
It’s a casual conversation. We also discuss which counselling approach will suit you.
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Click here for important information about your first counselling session.​
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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.
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How regularly do I need to attend sessions?
Treatment is most effective when sessions are attended regularly. For better results, I suggest starting with weekly appointments, but this is flexible. ​​​
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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 $160 - 75 minutes
Concession rate $110 - - 50/60 minutes​
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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.​
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How do I get started with counselling?
You can begin by booking a free 15-minute video call to ask questions and see if counselling feels like the right fit.​
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Where can you see me?
Your initial consultation can take place either online or in my Girrawheen practice.
Afterwards, if you’re booking Walk & Talk Therapy or Therapy in the Park, we'll meet in a nearby park.
If you book an Individual Counselling Session, we will meet again in Girrawheen.​
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Do you work after hours?
Yes. I offer counselling after hours.
You can contact me to book a session at a time that suits you better.
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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 and organise a time to see me.
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Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. Counselling is completely confidential.
Everything you tell me is private unless subpoenaed by law, or I suspect you are at risk to yourself or others.
Counselling will not appear in your health records either.
Please read our Privacy Policy.​
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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.
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What if I have to cancel an appointment?
You can cancel an appointment. However, I ask that you give me at least 24 hours.
Otherwise, the session is fully chargeable.​
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What is Ecotherapy?
Ecotherapy is the name given to a wide range of outdoor activities, horticulture, pet therapy, and other 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.
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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.
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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.​
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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.​
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What do I need to know about Online Counselling?
Counselling works best when you’re alone in a private space to ensure confidentiality.
I also recommend using a strong internet connection to avoid interruptions. Online sessions are held via Google Meet, and I’ll email you the link shortly before our appointment.
Make yourself comfortable, and we’ll begin at the scheduled time.
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Do you have other questions? You can get in touch here.