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Counselling: allowing time and space for connection, the telling of our stories, the coming back to ourselves, and healing...trusting that we know at the core of ourselves who we are...extending an invitation towards transformation and empowering ourselves to make choices that align with our integrity and truth.
Counselling Services
Phone counselling is an option that allows for counselling no matter where you are across Australia. You may find yourself in an area where internet is somewhat tricky or you could be in a situation such as a hospital stay. This service is as offered as individual counselling sessions.
Online counselling brings the therapy room to the comfort of your home or office space. It means that you can keep doing your work in therapy whilst travelling, whether that be across Australia or internationally. This service may be offered as individual counselling sessions or group counselling sessions.
In person counselling is offered in rooms in Sydney and the Central Coast of NSW, Australia. This service may be offered as individual counselling sessions or group counselling sessions.
IN PERSON
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UNPLANNED PREGNANCY
TRAUMA
One thing that we can all be assured of is that there will always be times of change in our lives. Change and adversity, whether it’s expected or a surprise, is challenging for most of us and sometimes we might need a little extra help to navigate the transition. There are great tools and strategies that can assist us in deciding our next right steps so that we can feel empowered to show up as the best version of ourselves.
LIFE TRANSITIONS
Hoarding impacts not only the person who is hoarding but also the people who care about them. It is a situation that can be stressful and traumatic for all involved, but there are treatment options to assist both the person who is hoarding as well as their family, to work through both the hoarding itself and the root cause of why the hoarding is happening.
HOARDING
Grief and loss shows up in intense thoughts and emotions that can be overwhelming and make it difficult for us to navigate our lives. We also tend to think that grief and loss is tied only to the passing of someone we love. However it may also include grieving the loss of a beloved pet or the loss of a relationship/friendship for example. It can be immensely helpful to be able to connect with a counsellor as you work through this period of your life.
GRIEF & LOSS
Depression is often described as feeling like we are under an immense dark cloud, or like having a massive heavy weight upon us. Along with this often comes intense feelings of hopelessness and despair which can lead us to isolate and be incredibly hard on ourselves. There are effective treatment options available and talk therapy can be a great place to begin.
DEPRESSION
Counselling Services
What can we do when thoughts and feelings of anxiety seem to have taken over our lives? These intense feelings can be overwhelming and quite scary - they can cause us much distress as we attempt navigating specific situations and/or our everyday lives. There is much research to indicate that talk therapy can be of immense benefit to treat anxiety, and there are effective forms of treatment that offer relief.
ANXIETY
An unplanned pregnancy at any time of our lives can be a huge shock which can cause many different thoughts and emotions to arise. It can be difficult to know who you can talk to and trust. Counselling provides a confidential and nonjudgemental space to explore your options, whilst using therapeutic tools and strategies to empower you to be able to make choices that align with your values.
Most of us will experience some level of trauma in our lifetime, and many people are able to recover over time with the love and support of family and friends. Others of us though, may discover that we have to navigate the lasting effects of trauma which can show up as deep emotional and physical pain long after the event has passed. The assistance of a therapist can be effective with the awareness and healing of trauma.
Reach out for a free session
I’d love to have a chat with you before you commit to scheduling a counselling appointment. I offer a free 20 minute session where we can discuss what has brought you to seeking help, and how you would like your life to look and feel like after therapy. This is a great first step which empowers you to be able to make an informed decision.
Please reach out to today to schedule your free session. I will try my best to accommodate your request and will be in touch ASAP.
Hi, I'm Nikole Egan
- Diploma of Counselling
- Advanced Diploma of Counselling and Family Therapy
- Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Integrated Psychotherapy
- Master of Counselling
I’m so glad that you’re here! Just even exploring if counselling is right for you and who might be your person takes courage and is a great start.
I find that exploring counselling is rarely a spur of a moment decision and is something that my clients have been thinking about for a while, or they have become aware of an issue recently, or they may have been motivated by a crisis situation. Usually it involves the need to understand, change and/or cope with themselves, another or a situation. You may not even be completely sure what it is that’s concerning you, you just know that something isn’t right for you and you need change in some form….and that’s okay, I can help you with this.
I don’t profess to know all things but I have certainly experienced many of life’s challenges. Personally and professionally, I know that without a doubt, we all need a person in our lives who we can connect with, share our stories and to be heard without fear of judgement. This is how we can find meaning within and from our experiences. We all need to know that we matter and that we are enough. Knowing this, is a way that can lead to hope and healing.
When my clients sit with me, they know that they are being heard, valued and cared for unconditionally. Don’t we all wish for this, especially when we are hurting?
“We stop, whether by choice or through circumstance…We wait for our souls to catch up with our bodies” - Eugene Peterson.
Please feel free to contact me if you would like to explore what counselling could look like for you. I look forward to meeting you either in person at Bella Vista or on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW, and of course, via telehealth platforms.
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So What Actually is Professional Counselling?
I think a good place for us to start is by taking a brief look at what professional counselling is, what is a professional counsellor in Australia, and what kinds of issues professional counselling can help with.
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The information presented on this website by Nikole Egan is for the purpose of general information and should not be considered as a substitute for professional or medical advice. It is important that you discuss specific symptoms and medical conditions with your health professional.
This website is not a crisis service. If you are in Australia and in danger or someone you know is in danger, please call emergency immediately on 000.
Please contact Lifeline 24/7 for crisis counselling on 13 11 14.
If you are experiencing an abusive or violent relationship, please contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or https://www.1800respect.org.au/, which operates 24/7.
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