Why do people come to counselling?
People come to counselling for reasons that are as individual as they are. counselling can help if you are dealing with:
- Depression or anxiety
- Anger, loss, hurt or loneliness
- Relationship or work difficulties
- Feeling overwhelmed, confused or unsupported
- Low self esteem
- Seeking to understand yourself and past negative pattern
- Feeling stuck in any area of your life
- Trauma or abuse

How does counselling work?
Counselling provides a safe, supportive environment to allow you to explore what is concerning you, learn about & accept yourself, feel happier, more content and learn skills to help you cope better with life’s ups and downs.

Together we go on a journey to learn more about you - what makes you tick, what your hopes & dreams are, what challenges you are facing and ways to deal with them.

Background & Experience
A registered Psychologist, Simone has been working with people for over 9 years.She draws from Buddhism in her approach – working to help her clients to learn self-acceptance, resolve difficulties and live in the moment. She is passionate about helping her clients to break free of past negative patterns, learn to accept and support themselves, and find their way to greater happiness. She brings an openness and a curiosity, a warmth and encouragement to her work – to create a safe and friendly environment for you.

Simone's extensive experience has seen her skills sought out by a range of individuals and organisations. She has worked in a variety of settings to help individuals and couples resolve personal issues, as well as with organisations in various industries such as military, real estate, government departments, aged care & disability, to help groups work together better and individuals deal with work-related issues. She is currently involved in training counsellors at the Australian College of Applied Psychology.

What clients have said:

"Prior to meeting Simone I was in a destructive cycle of doubting myself, hating myself and feeling “yuck” in my own skin. I felt I had no control over my emotions, thoughts or moods. Simone helped me understand why I was feeling this way and guided me through my journey to be the confident, happy person I longed to be.Her sessions taught me to be kinder to myself, like myself and though I never thought possible LOVE myself.
Simone’s presence is  warm and  with every encounter she is understanding and caring.  Simone made a daunting and difficult  time so much easier with her friendly and compassionate nature. I am forever grateful to Simone for her invaluable help and life changing experience."
Bianca S

"I never actually thought that i would be someone that would have to face depression & anxiety.
I don't think any of us do.When it does hit you and sometimes quite hard, its difficult to face on your own.I honestly don't know how I would have dealt with it without Simone's incredible support and guidance.
The journey that I have had (and am still having) started with just getting me through one day at a time. No big jumps immediately, but looking back now I can see how far I have come.
I have learnt to understand my anxieties and fears, live with them and to enjoy life again.
I will be forever grateful to Simone for having faith in me and showing me how to have faith in myself."
Kate V

"We initially went to Simone as a youngish couple in crisis requiring marriage and family counselling.  It was not long at all before we both got real and learnt to connect with our feelings and emotions and how to express and communicate these much more effectively.  During that process we learnt how to identify with what caused our conflicts and how to resolve many issues. Later we learnt to develop our authentic selves and what how to be honest about expectations of ourselves and each other. Goals have become very clear. We are essentially both alot happier. Although counselling seemed daunting at first, it quickly became enjoyable and we began to treat it like a date-( coffee afterwards of course). Simone also gave us a  truly beautiful gift and taught us mindfulness and meditation techniques for times of stress and  rapid change or growth.  Her methods for this are superior as we had both tried to learn before and failed.  Finding Simone was like finding gold and the end of a rainbow as we had each been seeking answers for many years.  We are extremely grateful to Simone and would reccommend her with passion.  Enjoy your opportunity for change and growth with Simone as it will truly be worth it."
Tracey and Rory

"In my case, the rigours of a busy professional life invariably lead to arestless mind ill at ease with expected demands from peers and my self.Compounded by the stresses of a relationship implosion, even a modicum ofsolace proved difficult to grasp. In short, I was finding it difficult tocope. For an emotionally constipated male, it was a unique thing toconcede.The risk of spiralling into the doldrums, even depression, was thecatalyst for contacting Simone. Any trepidation I may have felt wasunfounded. For this introvert, I actually found it easy, even liberating,to share my thoughts and the odd slice of angst.
Simone is very generous in letting me waffle at times - but is alsoprepared to throw up some specific analytical challenges which, in turn,have generated some practical exercises. The outcomes have been profoundresulting in greater clarity in making sense of competing priorities andunderstanding my busy 'monkey brain'. Similarly, her guided insights intosimple meditation have helped enormously in reawakening a sense of self.
Simone attentively noticed the calm in my voice and disposition on my mostrecent visit. On reflection, I haven't felt as calm in about eight years -since relaxing on a Goa beach taking in a sunset.To be fair, Simone is unlikely to offer cocktails at dusk, but hermeasured approach provided in a caring and comfortable environment hasproved just as refreshing.With Simone's guidance, I've embarked on the early stages of learning newmind skills as my ability to cope with life's anxieties continues todevelop.My head space is much less cluttered. It's not spotless but there are raysof sunshine."
Peter H

“My sessions with Simone have been invaluable. My achievements have far exceeded my expectations. She has helped me to acknowledge my successes, realize my potential & breakdown what I saw as mammoth tasks into achievable goals. But above all, she has helped me to feel more in control of my life and empowered me to finally make the changes I have always dreamed of. For this I will be eternally grateful to her.”
C.B.

“At 28, I found myself so confused, and painfully unhappy. I am so thankful I met Simone. She is always friendly & welcoming, & I immediately felt at ease. She is very empathetic and conveys her concern and support genuinely & directly.
I’ve learnt how to listen to my heart, my head & my body to help me navigate my path … but mostly I’ve learnt to love myself as the happy, broken, but mending & healing person that I am.
I had such a wonderful guide. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking assistance.”
LMJ

Counselling & coaching sessions
Medicare, Health insurance, TAC & Workcover rebates available
After hours appointments available.

While she is located at Stable Health Clinic in St.Kilda, her clients come from all over surrounding areas such as Prahran, Brighton, Windsor, Albert Park, Middle Park, Elwood, Elsternwick, South Melbourne, South Yarra, Toorak and Caulfield because the clinic is so conveniently located off St.Kilda Rd and opposite bus and tram stops.

To find out more, or to make an appointment, feel free to call Simone on 0402 001 150.

Together you can explore how you would like your life to be and your next step towards …

Knowing You

Where you are now … and where you want to be

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