Counselling & Psychotherapy in Mission Beach; 1 to 1 work with adults. By appointment. My work is influenced by existential and Stoic philosophy. Warmly, Geoff.
I help individuals who are persevering with anxiety, relationship issues, interpersonal difficulties, work stress and existential issues. My goal is to support a lively awareness-building process, and in doing so, facilitate conditions where one can experience meaningful growth and change. If you are reaching out for the first time, please know that I genuinely appreciate the hardness of doing so. I am looking forward to meeting you, and, in working with me, you will experience a therapeutic approach is relational, creative, and present-focused. I provide in-person therapy from a private and comfortable space in Mission Beach; sessions by phone or video are also available. For more information, please visit my website: https://www.cassowarycoastcounselling.com.au
Burnt out and over it? Let's chat about turning those tough vibes into something epic. Your mental health reboot begins here. 🚀 Sessions online, by phone or in person at my practice in Mission Beach. Message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a session here: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
17/12/2024
Just a quick update to say that I will be away from my practice until the New Year. I look forward to welcoming new clients starting 11 January 2025. If you have any questions or would like to reach out in the meantime, please feel free to message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a 2025 session here: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
Wishing you all a safe, relaxing and very merry Christmas!
Nb.: you may be able to access a rebate if you have private health cover. If you are accessing my services via WorkCover Queensland or TELUS Health (EAP), my service is at no cost to you.
Welcome to my booking page. Please choose a session type below; you'll then be able to book a session time with me. Nb.: If you are an existing client and wish to schedule a session sooner than my calendar indicates, please contact me.
02/11/2024
Just received this from a client! It seems they might be trying to send me a message haha
"Don't try to fix it. I just need you to listen." Every man has heard these words. And they are the law of the land. No matter what.
05/10/2024
Additional in-person sessions now available at my practice in Mission Beach, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a session here: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
Nb.: you may be able to access a rebate if you have private health cover. If you are accessing my services via WorkCover Queensland or TELUS Health (EAP), my service is at no cost to you.
Welcome to my booking page. Please choose a session type below; you'll then be able to book a session time with me. Nb.: If you are an existing client and wish to schedule a session sooner than my calendar indicates, please contact me.
10/08/2024
Such a good piece this; sent to me by a client a little while back and has me thinking of a Seneca quote "We suffer more in imagination than in reality." Anyway, great research behind all this per this TED Talk... 21 mins
Lauren Weinstein delivers an inspiring TEDxPaloAlto talk on how to break free from limiting beliefs. Lauren Weinstein is a lecturer at the Stanford Graduate ...
04/08/2024
If you are you wrestling with uncertainty, interpersonal difficulties, family and/or work-related stress, I might be able to help. Sessions online, by phone or in person (including Saturdays) at my practice in Mission Beach. Message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a session here: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
Nb.: you may be able to access a rebate if you have private health cover. If you are accessing my services via WorkCover Queensland or TELUS Health (EAP), my service is at no cost to you. See my website https://www.cassowarycoastcounselling.com.au for more information.
06/04/2024
Are you wrestling with anxiety, interpersonal difficulties or work-related stress? If so, I might be able to help. Sessions online, by phone or in person at my practice in Mission Beach. Message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a session here: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
17/02/2024
If you are persevering with anxiety, relationship issues, interpersonal difficulties, or work stress, I might be able to help. Sessions online, by phone or in person. Message or call me on 0484 622 149 or book a session here - https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
07/02/2024
Saturday in-person sessions are available; Level 2, Porter Promenade, Mission Beach. See: https://calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
Nb.: you may be able to access a rebate if you have private health cover. If you are accessing my services via WorkCover Queensland or TELUS Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP), my service is at no cost to you. See my website https://www.cassowarycoastcounselling.com.au for more information.
Also, you may be able to access a rebate if you have private health cover. If you are accessing my services via WorkCover Queensland or TELUS Health (formerly LifeWorks) Employee Assistance Program (EAP), my service is at no cost to you. See my website for more information.
04/02/2023
There'll be something in this for everyone, such is the practical universality of Stoic philosophy. Anyway, check this out if you're curious, a short piece by Ryan Holiday...
“If you seek tranquillity,” Marcus Aurelius said, “do less.”And then he follows the note to himself with some clarification. Not nothing, less. Do only what’...
02/02/2023
NEW Saturday morning sessions available starting 4 February! To make a booking, you can call me or send me a private message... you can also book online here: calendly.com/cassowary_coast_counselling
If you have private health cover, you may be able to utilise your cover to reduce the session cost. Please check with your provider to determine if you are covered for counselling or psychotherapy. Please see my website for further information.
17/07/2022
Want to hear a different take on Depression? If so, this piece provides inspiration and hope... and it also resonates with my personal and clinical views. A well researched and hugely interesting lecture.
Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5What really causes depression and anxiety – and how can we really solve them? In ...
13/05/2022
Nice piece; click the 'Here's a mental health workout that's as simple as ABC' link (midway through the article) if this article piques your interest :)
Our study shows that people who believe they can do things to improve their mental health have higher wellbeing.
25/04/2022
Private Health Fund rebates available; 11 funds including Medibank, ahm & BUPA.
You may be able to access rebates for counselling via your private health fund. See website for more information or message me privately. Geoff :)
17/03/2022
If you enjoy Stoic philosophy, you’ll appreciate this piece… and if you know not of the Stoics, then do yourself a favour.
For many people, the world is in a state of upheaval that can feel difficult to cope with, but can the teachings of the Stoics help in these troubling times?
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Casso​wary Coast Counselling provides counselling and psychotherapy for children, teens and adults in the Cassowary Coast. All counselling is conducted in a safe, supportive and confidential setting at Level 2, 46 Porter Promenade (The Hub), Mission Beach.
Helping children 6 years and up through art and play; specialising with children who have fears and phobias and/or are experiencing a specific stress situation.
We also work with teens and adults who are having a tough time for whatever reason... "it's ok that you're not ok". We can help with depression, work stress, difficult life transitions, anxiety & stress, grief & loss, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, social & emotional issues and general concerns.
Established by Mission Beach local Geoff Smith in late 2016, Geoff is a Registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and holds a Graduate Certificate in Gestalt Therapy (Gestalt Therapy Brisbane) and a Diploma of Counselling (Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors). Geoff will complete his Master of Gestalt Therapy in 2020.
Prior to establishing Cassowary Coast Counselling, Geoff was a residential worker with Save the Children Australia where he supported Unaccompanied Minors at Australia's offshore processing centre in Nauru. This role followed his position with Uniting Care Community where he worked within a 24/7 therapeutic residential facility, supporting complex to extreme-needs young people. As a result, Geoff has extensive knowledge and experience in the contemporary practice of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Trauma Informed Care; supporting and helping children who are in crisis.
PRICING & PAYMENT INFORMATION
1 hour - $79 inc. GST
Phone or video sessions are also available
Save with Session Bundles
3 session bundle - $222 inc. GST ($74 per session)
6 session bundle - $420 inc GST​ ($70 per session)
Medibank Rebate
You may be able to access a rebate for services if you are a member of Medibank or another private health fund. Medibank Recognised Provider; Provider Number: A065761J
Concessions
Seniors and Veterans receive a 10% discount. This discount is in addition to discounts applied to session bundles
Payment
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, chip-enable debit cards, PayPal and cash. Payment can also be made by direct deposit.
Banking Details
Cassowary Coast Counselling
BSB: 302-162
​Account Number: 1033002
Sessions are by appointment, so please contact me with your preferred day and time
CONTACT
Flexible appointment times, including weekends and evenings, are available. A GP referral is not required. Find us at Level 2, 46 Porter Promenade (The Hub), Mission Beach QLD.