Karen Nickelson Social Worker

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Overview

Making changes in one's life means taking a courageous first step. Sometimes we can see the direction we need to travel and with some guidance the path is easy. However, often, this first small step can feel more like a giant leap. Regardless, I create a safe space for my clients where growth happens through a shared understanding and trust. I bring invaluable life experience to this profession, and I am passionate about supporting clients at all stages of life. My special interest areas are grief and loss, supporting carers, palliative care and end-of-life, as well as life transitions generally, but I am experienced in working with both adults and children. You will find me to be a kind, compassionate and empathetic counsellor. I value honesty which I believe creates a safe space free from the need to worry about being judged. It is my privilege to be part of my clients' journeys for whatever duration they choose.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Master of Social Work / Master of Mental Health Practice ; Bachelor of Human Services (Counselling)(Child & Family) ; Certificate IV in Telephone Counselling

Working Hours

This Week

Monday:9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday:9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Anxiety
  • Assertiveness Training
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Counselling
  • Couples Therapy
  • Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
  • Depression
  • Divorce/Separation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family Therapy
  • General Counselling
  • Grief and Loss
  • Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
  • Mental Illness
  • Parenting
  • Pastoral care
  • Relationships
  • Relaxation training
  • Self-Esteem and Self-Development
  • Stress
  • Terminal Illness
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues

Modalities

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Time-Limited Therapy

Patient Focus

  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Adults
  • Families
  • Older adults
  • Women
  • Men
  • People with disabilities
  • Couples

Languages Spoken

  • English

Services

  • Inpatient care
  • Mobile service
  • Nursing home visits
  • Online consultations