〜 Counselling Services · Gold Coast 〜

Whatever’s brought you here, this is a safe and unhurried space to begin.

Sessions are calm, relational and grounded in evidence-based approaches that support emotional wellbeing, clarity and meaningful change.

Counselling sessions are available in person in Worongary on the Gold Coast, or online across Australia via secure video.

〜 Who I can Help 〜

Counselling Support for Life’s Harder Seasons

I provide counselling support on the Gold Coast for anxiety, emotional overwhelm, neurodivergence, parenting stress, relationships, grief and life transitions.

Sessions are calm, relational and grounded in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Narrative Therapy.

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When anxiety feels relentless

Support for anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burnout, racing thoughts and nervous system exhaustion.

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For the parents who are running on empty

Support for overwhelmed parents navigating emotional stress, family challenges, burnout and the mental load of everyday life.

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Navigating neurodivergence

Counselling support for ADHD, autism, emotional regulation difficulties and neurodivergent individuals navigating school, relationships and everyday life.

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When the past still feels present

Support for grief, trauma, emotional wounds and ongoing stress responses that continue to affect daily life and relationships.

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Finding yourself again

Counselling support for identity shifts, confidence, boundaries, emotional wellbeing and reconnecting with yourself again.

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For teens and young adults

Support for anxiety, emotional overwhelm, school stress, identity challenges and life transitions for teens and young adults.

〜 Therapy & Counselling 〜

Counselling Services

In-person counselling in Worongary on the Gold Coast, or online across Australia via secure video.

Couples & Marriage Counselling

Even the strongest relationships go through hard seasons.

Couples counselling is a calm, neutral space to feel heard by each other again. To untangle what’s gone wrong, rebuild trust, and find a way forward, together.

Session length: 60 minutes
Fee: $150 per session

Adult Individual Counselling

Sometimes life becomes too heavy to carry quietly.

Individual counselling offers a confidential, unhurried space to feel supported, think more clearly and find a gentle path forward, one that’s genuinely yours.

Session length: 60 minutes
Fee: $130 per session

Children & Teens Counselling

Children often feel things long before they have words for them.

This is a calm, gentle space where young people can begin to make sense of what they’re carrying, at their own pace, without pressure. With particular experience supporting neurodivergent children, I use age-appropriate, creative approaches that help them feel safe, seen and understood.

Session length: 60 minutes
Fee: $130 per session

Family Counselling

Even loving families can find themselves stuck in patterns that are hard to shift.

Family counselling creates space for each person to feel heard, while gently working toward greater understanding, connection and calm at home. Particularly supportive for families navigating the teen years, neurodivergence, parenting stress or blended-family dynamics.

Session length: 60 minutes
Fee: $150 per session

NDIS Support That Genuinely Understands Neurodivergent Children

Practical, relationship-based support for neurodivergent children and young people across the Gold Coast.

With more than a decade of experience across education, counselling and disability support, I work alongside children and families navigating ADHD, autism, emotional regulation difficulties, school stress and every day overwhelm.

This is calm, consistent support from someone who understands both the emotional and practical realities families face.

Still unsure where to start?

A simple phone call is often the best first step. You’re welcome to reach out with any questions before booking.

Gold Coast Counselling FAQs

Honest answers to common questions about counselling, appointments, fees and support.

I provide counselling for individuals, couples, children, teens and families across the Gold Coast. Sessions support a wide range of concerns including anxiety, overwhelm, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, trauma, neurodivergence and life transitions.

I also offer practical, relationship-based support for neurodivergent children and young people through NDIS and family support services.

  • Individual counselling sessions are $120 for adults, children and teens.
  • Couples and family counselling sessions are $150 per session.

Session lengths vary depending on the type of support required.

Most individual sessions run for 60 minutes.

Couples and family sessions are typically between 60–90 minutes depending on what support is needed.

The first session is simply a chance to talk through what’s been going on and what support might look like moving forward.

There’s no pressure to share everything immediately. Many people arrive feeling nervous or unsure where to begin, and that’s completely okay.

The goal of the first session is to help you feel safe, heard and understood.

This really depends on your situation, goals and the level of support you’re looking for.

Some people come for short-term support around a specific issue, while others benefit from ongoing sessions over a longer season of life.

We’ll regularly check in together to make sure the support feels helpful and appropriate for you.

Yes. Counselling is confidential and your privacy is taken seriously.

There are some legal and ethical exceptions where information may need to be shared for safety reasons, such as risk of harm to yourself or someone else. These will always be explained clearly during the counselling process.

No. You do not need a Mental Health Care Plan or GP referral to book a counselling session.

You’re welcome to contact me directly to arrange support.

Both counsellors and psychologists support mental and emotional wellbeing, but their training pathways and approaches can differ.

Counselling is often experienced as more relational, conversational and accessible, with a strong focus on emotional support, practical coping strategies and personal growth.

Many people choose counselling because they value a warm, collaborative approach without long wait times or significant out-of-pocket costs.

Yes. I have more than ten years of experience working alongside neurodivergent children, teens and families across educational, counselling and disability support settings.

Support may include emotional regulation, anxiety, school-related stress, confidence-building, family support and practical strategies tailored to the individual child.

Yes. Counselling can help you better understand patterns of stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm and nervous system dysregulation.
Sessions provide space to slow things down, develop practical coping strategies and work through the deeper factors contributing to emotional exhaustion.

You don’t need to prepare perfectly. Some people arrive with clear goals, while others simply know that life feels heavy right now. Both are completely okay.

Coming as you are is enough.

If you need to reschedule your appointment, please provide as much notice as possible.

Life happens, and every effort will be made to find another suitable time.

Yes. Online counselling sessions are available via secure video for clients across Australia.

Many clients appreciate the flexibility and comfort of accessing support from home.

Counselling is not a crisis service.

If you or your child are in immediate danger, please call 000.

For urgent mental health support:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800