Frequently Asked Questions
What is counselling?
Counselling is a confidential and supportive space to explore thoughts, feelings, relationships, and life challenges with a qualified therapist. It can support personal growth, trauma recovery, decision-making, and emotional resilience.
Who is counselling for?
Counselling is available for adults and young people aged 12 and over. People seek counselling for a wide range of reasons including grief, anxiety, trauma, identity, addiction, relationship stress, and life transitions.
What happens in a session?
Sessions are 50–60 minutes long and may include open discussion, reflective exercises, coping strategies, and personalised goals depending on your needs.
How often should I attend?
This varies depending on your goals. Some clients attend weekly, others fortnightly or monthly. Together we’ll create a schedule that works for you.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. All sessions are private and confidential. Exceptions apply where there is a risk of harm to you or someone else, or if required by law. These limits are discussed clearly at the beginning of our work together.
In NSW, young people aged 16 and over are entitled to automatic confidentiality. I aim to balance a young person’s right to privacy with your need to support them. I will only share information if required for safety or legal reasons, and when possible, will discuss this with both of you first.
Can I bring someone to my session?
Yes. You're welcome to bring a support person if it helps you feel more at ease. Written consent will be required for anyone else to be involved in sessions.
Can I access counselling through Medicare?
Counsellors are not eligible for Medicare rebates. However, session costs are often comparable to seeing a psychologist with a rebate—without requiring a mental health plan or GP referral. You can also access counselling through self- or plan-managed NDIS funding if it aligns with your goals.
What is NDIS Behaviour Support?
Behaviour support is a specialised service that focuses on understanding and addressing behaviours of concern in a respectful, trauma-informed, and person-centred way. It aims to improve quality of life, reduce restrictive practices, and increase capacity through tailored Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs).
Who is it for?
Behaviour support is available to NDIS participants of all ages and abilities. It is especially helpful for people experiencing distress, aggression, self-harm, withdrawal, or difficulty communicating needs in safe ways.
What does behaviour support include?
Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA)
Development of Behaviour Support Plans (Interim and Comprehensive)
Staff training and consultation
Data review and ongoing monitoring
Collaboration with the person, their supports, and allied professionals
What are the goals of Positive Behaviour Support?
PBS focuses on improving the person’s quality of life and reducing the need for reactive or restrictive responses. The goal is always to increase independence, communication, safety, and inclusion.
Can I use my NDIS funding?
Yes. I am a registered Behaviour Support Practitioner with the NDIS (P1581704). Funding for behaviour support is accessed under:
Improved Relationships – Capacity Building Supports.
Do you work with providers or teams?
Yes. I collaborate closely with support coordinators, families, and frontline staff to create a unified, consistent approach. Training, coaching, and regular feedback are included to ensure effective implementation of the support plan.
How do I get started?
If you or someone you support is an NDIS participant with behaviour support in their plan, or you’d like to explore whether it’s needed, contact me to schedule an intake conversation.
Still Have Questions?
Please reach out if you’d like to clarify how counselling or behaviour support might be helpful for your situation. I’m happy to offer a free initial consultation to discuss fit and next steps.