Counselling in Brisbane
Strengths-based counselling for anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, ADHD, Autism, life transitions and emotional wellbeing.
Counselling can help if you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, burnt out, grieving, navigating trauma, adjusting to life changes or simply wanting to better understand yourself.
I provide strengths-based counselling in Yeronga, Brisbane, offering a supportive and collaborative space where we explore what is important to you and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
I believe people are not defined by the challenges they experience. Every person brings strengths, values, skills and life experiences that can support growth, healing and change. Together, we build on what is already helping while developing practical strategies that support your goals and wellbeing.
How Can Counselling Help?
Counselling is tailored to your individual needs, strengths and goals. I draw on a range of evidence-informed approaches depending on what is most helpful for you, including:
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Strengths-based counselling
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Narrative therapy
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Psychoeducation
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Emotional regulation
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Nervous system regulation
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Mindfulness
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Self-compassion
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Distress tolerance
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Practical problem-solving
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Goal setting
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EMDR Therapy
Every person's story is different. Together, we work at a pace that feels right for you, working with your strengths, values and experiences to support the changes that are meaningful to you.
Areas of Support
I work with adults, adolescents, children and families across a wide range of concerns, including:
Anxiety
Support to better understand anxiety, calm your nervous system and develop practical strategies for everyday life.
Trauma and PTSD
Helping people recover from distressing or overwhelming experiences using trauma-informed counselling and EMDR Therapy where appropriate.
Stress and Burnout
Support to recover from overwhelm, restore balance and develop sustainable ways of managing life's demands.
Depression
Working together to reconnect with strengths, hope and meaningful goals while developing practical coping strategies.
Grief and Loss
Support through bereavement, relationship loss and other significant life changes.
Emotional Regulation
Learning practical skills to understand, manage and express emotions in healthy and helpful ways.
ADHD and Autism
Strengths-based, neuroaffirming support for children, adolescents and adults, including executive functioning, emotional regulation, sensory overwhelm, relationships and everyday challenges.
Relationships
Support for communication, conflict, family relationships and strengthening connections with others.
Parenting Support
Evidence-informed parenting support, including Triple P strategies to strengthen parent-child relationships and build confidence.
Children and Teen Counselling
Developmentally appropriate counselling using conversation, play, creative activities and practical strategies to support emotional wellbeing and resilience.
Life Transitions
Support through career changes, family changes, health concerns, identity, study and other significant life transitions.
EMDR Therapy I What is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a gentle, evidence-based therapy that helps people process distressing or overwhelming experiences. It supports the brain's natural ability to reprocess memories so they become less emotionally overwhelming, allowing many people to experience greater emotional balance and resilience.
During EMDR, bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, auditory tones or hand-held tappers) is used while working through distressing memories in a safe and structured way. Therapy always progresses at a pace that feels manageable, with time spent building coping skills and ensuring you feel supported throughout the process.
Melissa has completed EMDR Part 1 and Part 2 training and provides EMDR-informed therapy where clinically appropriate.
For EMDR, 90-minute appointments are often recommended to allow time for preparation, processing and grounding before the session concludes. One-hour sessions are also available if preferred.
Why Choose Strengths-Based Counselling?
Rather than defining you by the challenges you are experiencing, we work together to recognise your strengths, values, abilities and life experiences while developing practical strategies to help you move towards the life you want to create.
My aim is to provide a warm, collaborative and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported to make meaningful and lasting changes.
Counselling Fees
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60-minute appointment – $155
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Saturday appointment – $180
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral?
No. You are welcome to make an appointment without a referral.
What happens in the first counselling session?
The first session is an opportunity to get to know each other. We'll talk about what has brought you to counselling, explore your goals and discuss how we might work together.
How many counselling sessions will I need?
This varies from person to person. Some people benefit from only a few sessions, while others prefer ongoing support. Together, we review your progress and tailor counselling to your needs.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. Counselling is confidential, except where there are legal or ethical obligations relating to safety or mandatory reporting. These limits are discussed during the informed consent process.
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