Hi I’m Anna. I am a social worker and mental health counsellor with over 20 years’ experience supporting people through their complex life challenges. Across clinical, community, and leadership roles, I have worked with individuals from diverse cultural, social, and life backgrounds, and I value meeting each person with respect, curiosity, and care. My work is grounded in ethical, trauma-informed practice and shaped by a deep belief in an individual’s resilience and capacity for change. SUPPORT THROUGH DIFFICULT SEASONS Today, I work with adults and young people (16+) who experience mood and anxiety challenges, the impact of trauma, and issues with emotional regulation such as anger or overwhelm. I support people who are going through significant life transitions - including relationships, grief, health and work challenges - as well as patterns or habits they feel no longer serve them. Many of the people I see feel they are at a crossroad - exhausted from coping and surviving, questioning old patterns, or sensing there is more to their life than just struggle. A PRACTICAL AND COMPASSIONATE APPROACH My approach is holistic, gentle, mindful, practical, and grounded in an understanding of how past experiences - especially stressful or overwhelming ones - can shape the way we think, feel, and relate to others. I draw on well-researched therapeutic methods to help you better understand your patterns, manage strong emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts and habits, and build a steadier, more compassionate relationship with yourself and others. A WARM, STEADY PRESENCE People often describe my style as warm, steady, and collaborative. I bring structure when it’s needed and space when that feels more helpful. I am interested not only in reducing your symptoms, but in helping you understand yourself more fully — your patterns, your strengths, your vulnerabilities - so you can move forward in a life that feels more grounded and aligned with your unique values and goals. A PLACE TO LAND Above all, I offer a respectful, inclusive space for people of all genders, cultures, and faiths. Together, we work at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you, and supporting you to grow toward greater clarity, confidence, and self-kindness.

Lily is a warm, approachable and empathetic counsellor, who supports her clients where they are at when they enter their therapeutic relationship with her. Seeing a counsellor for the first time can be daunting. Lily creates a safe and welcoming space for clients to explore their internal thoughts and emotions. Lily is interested in working with clients experiencing grief, loss and transitions in life. Whether it be general life and work stressors, or trauma brought about by changes in a person’s circumstances, Lily supports each individual with nurturing care and compassion. During these uncertain periods of change, Lily collaborates with clients to makes sense of their confusing mixture of emotions. Areas of Focus include Anxiety/depression Work or life stress Life and parenting transitions Grief and loss Separation and divorce Relationship issues and more Lily is also committed to helping couples work through challenges in their relationship and family system. She works with new parents to navigate their new relationship with compassion and consideration. Lily builds a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients, creating a space free from judgement. She is understanding that each person is different, and accepting of their individual challenges, fears, experiences and emotions. Lily attends to adults 18 and over from a wide range of backgrounds, including clients from the LGBTQIA+ community. Qualifications Graduate Diploma in Counselling Bachelor of Arts (Behavioural Studies) Masters in Adult Education Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing (currently completing) Accreditations Australian Counselling Association

PLEASE NOTE: DAN OFFERS ONLINE AND PHONE APPOINTMENTS ONLY. Dan is a knowledgeable psychotherapist, practicing mental health coach and meditation teacher, with an academic background in psychology and experience working in the consumer mental health space. He holds expertise in mindfulness and wellbeing and utilises a range of techniques including mindfulness-based stress reduction, motivational interviewing, explorative inquiry and values-based work. Dan offers a humanistic, person centred approach. He facilitates a collaborative relationship with clients for them to explore and build a pathway towards greater meaning and fulfilment in their lives. He has experienced and worked through his own life challenges, and therefore relates to the importance of compassion, empathy and unconditional positive regard. ​ Dan specialises in working with busy, stressed out people, by helping them find a renewed sense of balance in their lives. He also specialises in working with people who have experienced burnout, failure, lost motivation and hope, to help them build a renewed sense of energy, hope, purpose and meaning. He believes that through cultivating qualities of self-compassion, curiosity and acceptance, we allow ourselves the opportunity to reflect and create meaning from our experiences and therefore choose a fulfilling direction into the future. Dan sees clients privately and his fee is $168 for a standard 50 minute session. Dan does not offer couples counselling.

Are you tired of feeling stuck? Do you want to find a way out of the loop of racing thoughts and constant bouts of panic? Dean could be your relief. It is not only the theoretical knowledge that Dean gleaned from his bachelor’s degree in mental health, or even his empathetic, calm and caring nature but it is also his first hand experience of living with anxiety that will enable you to feel validated, heard and understood. Dean creates a safe, supportive and judgement-free environment. He enables his clients to feel secure and confident in sharing their personal worries, fears and stressors. He works collaboratively with his clients to develop awareness and interventions that challenge thoughts and behaviours that are not serving them positively. Working with adolescents and adults, Dean utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help his clients achieve their therapeutic goals. He also draws on Attachment based, Solution Focused, Behaviour Modification, Exposure, Psychodynamic, Trauma focused and Person centred therapies to help to inform his practice. Dean takes a holistic approach to address every aspect of a client’s life to heal past traumas and develop strategies for life moving forward. He strives to have every client experience the hope and opportunity they deserve. Dean sees clients privately and his fee is $168 for a standard 50 minute session and $252 for a 50 minute couples counselling session.

Edward is a strengths-based systemic counsellor and psychotherapist. He has a passion for trauma therapy and the healing of attachment wounds. I have a deep trust in your capacity to heal and recover from trauma and other mental health challenges, and I’m here to support you on your journey of reconnecting. Together, we will ‘co-create’ a space for healing. I am committed to helping you feel heard and understood, so you can find freedom within yourself. My approach is systemic, forming a deeper understanding of your family system and the bonds that shape our experiences. I draw from understandings of trauma and the nervous system, as well as a range of experiential techniques, such as somatic parts work and art therapies, to help you locate your own strengths and resources. We are not just what has happened to us, but also what we become. Mapping healing journeys looks different for everyone, and I will help you navigate your own inner terrain safely, in a way that is right for you. Areas of Focus Adults and young people aged 16 and over. LGBTQIA+ Ally. ADHD Couples Families Trauma+ Attachment Injuries Family and Intimate Relationships Sexual Abuse Anxiety & Depression Grief and Loss Qualifications & Certifications Bachelor of Arts Graduate Diploma of Counselling Masters of Clinical Family Therapy (Currently Training) Mindfulness Teacher Accreditation Working with Complex Trauma Cultural Awareness Training Modalities Acceptance Commitment Therapy Parts Work Polyvagal Theory Family Systems Theories Art Therapy

Shannon uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness strategies and a variety of other psychological techniques to change your relationship with trauma, anxiety, depression or addictions. He works at a deep level to help you create lasting change and feel contentment with your life. The required length of appointments will vary depending on what the client is wanting to achieve. Shannon is available to provide longer sessions for people wanting to do EMDR work in an intensive format. During your first appointment, which will be a standard 50 minutes, you will be able to collaboratively identify which will be the best approach for your circumstances. Costs per session: A standard appointment with Shannon is a 50 minute 1:1 psychotherapy session is $258.00. With a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan, you are eligible for a Medicare rebate of $87.75. If you do not have a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you will not be eligible for the Medicare rebate of $87.25, which means the cost per session is $258.

Meet Laura: Clinical Psychologist & Create Balance Team Member Empathy, Expertise, and Evidence-Based Care Hello, I'm Laura, a Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Board Approved Supervisor. I specialise in supporting adults dealing with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety (including OCD, phobias, and panic), health challenges, persistent pain and grief in its various forms. I combine empathy with clinical expertise to help guide my clients towards meaningful healing and growth. Clinical Psychology & Areas of Interest My practice is based on evidence-based treatments, utilising cognitive behavioural frameworks (including ACT and Schema approaches), trauma-focused methods, Interpersonal Psychotherapy approaches, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) skills. With additional training in EMDR and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), I help clients regulate their nervous systems and process traumatic experiences to reduce their impact. Many clients report increased personal peace, symptom relief, and a renewed sense of hope after engaging in evidence-based therapies, though experiences vary. Holistic Health Rehabilitation & Chronic Pain With a background in hospital rehabilitation and pain management, I understand the complexities of pain science and the mind-body connection. I create holistic, personalised rehabilitation and chronic pain management programs that help clients build self-efficacy, physical strength and independence, despite ongoing health challenges and pain. As a scientist-practitioner, I keep updated on the latest research and have contributed to publications on cancer care and the lived experiences of health consumers Positive Psychology & Motivation I am passionate about positive psychology, nurturing strengths, and helping clients align with what is most important to them. I encourage personal growth, resilience, and the pursuit of a satisfying, values-driven life. I also help my clients in overcoming motivational barriers and tackling procrastination. A Personalised Therapeutic Experience Clients working with me can expect innovative treatment plans tailored to their strengths, preferences and learning styles. Therapy is not one-size-fits-all; together, we create a therapeutic journey that feels supportive and empowering. Here is a summary of what therapy with me might include: Trauma Processing and Reconciliation: Using EMDR, Schema Therapy, and EFT (where appropriate) to help integrate difficult memories, drawing on clients’ personal resources and strengths. Mindfulness, EFT, and DBT Skills: Building emotional awareness and regulation, and supporting the release of challenging emotions. Interpersonal and Coping Skills: Enhancing communication, relationships, and effective coping strategies. Problem-Solving and Psych-education: Empowering with practical tools and insights into psychological concepts. Cognitive Restructuring and Behavioural Activation: Addressing unhelpful thought patterns and encouraging positive, mood-boosting activities. Graded Exposure: Supporting gradual, confident engagement with previously feared situations. Pain Reprocessing: Applying the latest pain science to reframe chronic pain and promote a sense of safety and relief. Self-Regulation and Distress Tolerance: Strengthening resilience and emotion-management skills to promote lasting change. I stand by the positive impact of evidence-based therapies and believe that choosing to pursue therapy is a powerful and courageous decision—one that can help guide individuals toward a life that suits them better. Please reach out for further information if you are considering taking this next step. Professional Qualifications & Training Master of Psychology (Clinical) Bachelor of Arts (Hons) (Psychology) Graduate Diploma of Psychology Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies (Hons) Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor Practitioner Training Level 1 and 2 EMDR Practitioner Training Level 1 and 2 EFT Professional Affiliations Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) Fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists Associate Member of the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) Trainee Member of the EFT & Mindfulness Centre

Gentle and supportive, Louise combines warm interpersonal skills with Social Work knowledge and tools to support clients to achieve their goals and to be aspirational for themselves, their families and their future. Louise has an academic background in Social Work, Humanities and Fine Arts. She has expertise working with trauma, PTSD, ASD, relationship breakdown, family violence, coercive control, family law, parenting concerns, disability, child development concerns and infant mental health. Louise works from a Strengths based and Trauma Informed framework incorporating Attachment and Values based theories into her practice. Louise sees clients privately and her fee is $168 for a standard 50 minute session.

Meet Sasha – Your Guide to Healing & Growth If you feel stuck in cycles of trauma, anxiety, overwhelm, or substance use, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and find relief from emotional pain. I take a holistic, compassionate approach, recognizing that healing isn’t just about the mind—it’s about the mind-body connection. Trauma, stress, and painful emotions often manifest physically, which is why I incorporate somatic awareness and evidence-based therapeutic practices to support your journey toward integration, resilience, and lasting change. I work with adults and young people (16+) who are struggling with: ✔ Trauma & PTSD ✔ Substance use & addiction ✔ Anxiety & stress ✔ Emotional overwhelm & regulation ✔ Identity challenges ✔ Relationship difficulties Using a blend of Person-Centred Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, and Motivational Interviewing, I tailor therapy to your unique needs. I also lead a Trauma-Informed Yoga program within a youth detox unit, helping individuals reconnect with their bodies in a safe and empowering way. My goal is simple: to help you move beyond survival mode and into a life where you feel free, whole, and connected. If you're ready to take the first step toward healing, I’m here to support you.