Counselling sessions for LGBTIQA+ individuals, couples and those who are questioning their sexuality. Ethically priced and discreet. Free 30 minutes as part of your initial session. Some of my attributes include:
- warmth
- understanding
- a caring nature
- emotional intelligence
- experience
- ability to make others feel safe & comfortable
- non-judgemental
- confidential
- a deep understanding o
f LGTBIQ issues
- specific experience working with gay males
- awareness of drug and alcohol concerns
I have found these skills to be essential in helping clients to grow and understand how they are the key to their happiness. I adapt to the needs of the client using whichever therapeutic modality is appropriate for that client at that time. I am fully trained in:
- Solution Focussed Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Brief Dynamic Psychotherapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Person Centred Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Medicare rebate unavailable. Benefits:
Fully accredited with PACFA. Completely confidential. Flexible timings to suit your needs and lifestyle. Get professional therapy without seeing your GP. No mental health plan will go on your medical record. Have as many sessions as you like (not limited to 6 or 10 sessions). A range of therapeutic techniques can be used - not just CBT (which does not work for everyone). There are many positive reasons for having a therapist, counsellor or psychotherapist who is from the gay community. There are specific issues that we face that require a genuine level of empathy that is much more likely when talking to someone who 'gets you' and your situation. Our lifestyles, life-choices, social settings and certain dynamics all play a very important role when brought into the therapeutic space. Many of my clients have come to me from certain clinical psychologists who have unfortunately not had enough or any experience with the LGBTIQA+ community - they found that there was a disconnect and a lack of understanding of 'our world'. This is where I can hopefully help. As well as my private practice (GaySydneyCounsellor.org) I also volunteer for a gay charity helping with events and telephone counselling.
