You don't need to decide this before making contact. Sometimes what begins as an individual concern is connected to a couple or family relationship, and sometimes it is helpful to involve other family members at a later stage. We can discuss what is happening and decide together on the most appropriate way to begin.

No. You do not need a GP referral to make an appointment. However, some clients choose to obtain a Mental Health Treatment Plan from their GP, which may provide access to Medicare rebates for eligible individual psychology sessions. Medicare rebates do not apply to couples or family counselling.

Yes. You don't need to have a diagnosis or be able to define the problem before coming to counselling. Sometimes the first step is simply making sense of what has been happening, what has changed, and what you would like to be different.

Yes. Consultations are available both in person and online. Where practical, I encourage clients who are based in Sydney to meet with me in person, particularly for the initial consultation, as this can be helpful in establishing the therapeutic relationship and gaining a fuller understanding of what is happening. My practice is centrally located in Sydney CBD.

I also work online with clients across Australia and internationally, and online counselling can provide an effective and valuable therapeutic experience when distance, travel or other circumstances make meeting in person less practical.