Counselling in Cairns City, QLD
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To acknowledge all parts of ourselves is what our whole being wants. To have unconditional positive regard for ourselves, creates greater inner peace, self forgiveness and self-understanding. I offer a Holistic Approach supporting change. What's past, often becomes stuck and hard to move on from. A confidential space to express and find closure is what is needed. Sometimes words are not enough. I offer ways to articulate what the issues are, through the use of symbolism with miniatures or descriptive enquiry and mindfulness.
To acknowledge all parts of ourselves is what our whole being wants. To have unconditional positive regard for ourselves, creates greater inner peace, self forgiveness and self-understanding. I offer a Holistic Approach supporting change. What's past, often becomes stuck and hard to move on from. A confidential space to express and find closure is what is needed. Sometimes words are not enough. I offer ways to articulate what the issues are, through the use of symbolism with miniatures or descriptive enquiry and mindfulness.
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The ideal client is one that acknowledges the inevitability of distress and discomfort and has decided that its time to move towards a better level of wellbeing. The process can be unsettling, will require an investment of time and energy, but is likely to be a significant source of growth and satisfaction. Meaningful and sustained outcomes are more the norm than the exception.
The ideal client is one that acknowledges the inevitability of distress and discomfort and has decided that its time to move towards a better level of wellbeing. The process can be unsettling, will require an investment of time and energy, but is likely to be a significant source of growth and satisfaction. Meaningful and sustained outcomes are more the norm than the exception.
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Are you feeling lost? Unhappy? Do you feel life is hard to bear? Are you overwhelmed by stressful situations? Do you experience problems in your relationship and need professional help? Are you looking for a kind and compassionate counsellor to help you to overcome challenges and live your life as fully as possible? I provide that safe, confidential and supportive space with a client-centred collaborative approach to explore your possibilites as an individual or as a couple.
Are you feeling lost? Unhappy? Do you feel life is hard to bear? Are you overwhelmed by stressful situations? Do you experience problems in your relationship and need professional help? Are you looking for a kind and compassionate counsellor to help you to overcome challenges and live your life as fully as possible? I provide that safe, confidential and supportive space with a client-centred collaborative approach to explore your possibilites as an individual or as a couple.
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Located in beautiful Far North Queensland, I am a qualified, registered counsellor, providing counselling in the areas of end-of-life, pet loss, depression, anxiety, and work-related issues. Life experience has led to a passion for end-of-life support for both people and pets. With additional qualifications as an end-of-life Doula, Animal Companion Celebrant and Animal Companion Doula, I can also provide end-of-life services such as people and pet doula support, along with funerals and celebrations of life for your pet.
Located in beautiful Far North Queensland, I am a qualified, registered counsellor, providing counselling in the areas of end-of-life, pet loss, depression, anxiety, and work-related issues. Life experience has led to a passion for end-of-life support for both people and pets. With additional qualifications as an end-of-life Doula, Animal Companion Celebrant and Animal Companion Doula, I can also provide end-of-life services such as people and pet doula support, along with funerals and celebrations of life for your pet.
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As humans, we all aim to live meaningfully in the world, to connect, to belong & to flourish. My role is to support you to make sense of your experience, by co-creating a safe, calm, & compassionate space within which you can manage & process your concerns, to re-establish those meaningful connections in life. To address your concerns, I will work with you to tailor a variety of evidence-based modalities & approaches to support you in the most therapeutically beneficial way. I am an accredited, clinical practitioner, with over 9 years’ experience working in the health industry addressing various areas of support, & diagnosis.
As humans, we all aim to live meaningfully in the world, to connect, to belong & to flourish. My role is to support you to make sense of your experience, by co-creating a safe, calm, & compassionate space within which you can manage & process your concerns, to re-establish those meaningful connections in life. To address your concerns, I will work with you to tailor a variety of evidence-based modalities & approaches to support you in the most therapeutically beneficial way. I am an accredited, clinical practitioner, with over 9 years’ experience working in the health industry addressing various areas of support, & diagnosis.
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Rory is a friendly and experienced registered psychologist with qualifications in psychology, careers development, exercise science and education. Rory believes developing excellent rapport is essential in therapy to ensure his clients feel comfortable and supported. Rory works with clients of all ages across a diverse range of issues. His special interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, motivation and goal setting, trauma, bullying, low self esteem and relationship difficulties.
Rory is a friendly and experienced registered psychologist with qualifications in psychology, careers development, exercise science and education. Rory believes developing excellent rapport is essential in therapy to ensure his clients feel comfortable and supported. Rory works with clients of all ages across a diverse range of issues. His special interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, motivation and goal setting, trauma, bullying, low self esteem and relationship difficulties.
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I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. Many of us are just chugging along, trying to live up to the glossy version of how our lives 'should' be. Yet you deserve to be brimming with excitement about every new day ahead! If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you want to live.
I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. Many of us are just chugging along, trying to live up to the glossy version of how our lives 'should' be. Yet you deserve to be brimming with excitement about every new day ahead! If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you want to live.
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Dr Andrew Hanna
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cairns City, QLD 4870 (Online Only)
Andrew holds a Masters degree and PhD in clinical psychology. He employs an integrative approach to therapy, focused on evidence-based practice and creating a warm and safe space conducive to client empowerment, healing, and personal growth. He is currently available for telehealth appointments on Friday afternoons and evenings. For all new bookings, please reach out via email.
Andrew holds a Masters degree and PhD in clinical psychology. He employs an integrative approach to therapy, focused on evidence-based practice and creating a warm and safe space conducive to client empowerment, healing, and personal growth. He is currently available for telehealth appointments on Friday afternoons and evenings. For all new bookings, please reach out via email.
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Frederick Hamden-Mindscape NQ Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cairns City, QLD 4870
The mind can be complicated and often we need to navigate a lot of life's problems. Generally, we find clarity when we talk to someone who listens. It's because we are hearing ourselves verbalise what we are thinking and feeling. At Mindscape we support clients to a state of wellness by providing the fertile ground to grow our lives.
The mind can be complicated and often we need to navigate a lot of life's problems. Generally, we find clarity when we talk to someone who listens. It's because we are hearing ourselves verbalise what we are thinking and feeling. At Mindscape we support clients to a state of wellness by providing the fertile ground to grow our lives.
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HEAL by Fiona
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Cairns City, QLD 4870 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I'm Fiona, a Registered Counsellor and Root Cause Therapist. Helping people find truer and fuller versions of themselves beyond trauma is why I am here - I'm glad you are too! I have worked with young children, teenagers, adults, relationships, LGBTQIA+ and the aging. Navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, traumas, gender and sexuality, grief and loss, chronic pain, disability, and mental health issues. My doors are open to those experiencing their greatest life challenges, to those wanting to create small changes, to those simply seeking support within the complex lives and world we live in; in short, all humans welcome!
Hi! I'm Fiona, a Registered Counsellor and Root Cause Therapist. Helping people find truer and fuller versions of themselves beyond trauma is why I am here - I'm glad you are too! I have worked with young children, teenagers, adults, relationships, LGBTQIA+ and the aging. Navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, traumas, gender and sexuality, grief and loss, chronic pain, disability, and mental health issues. My doors are open to those experiencing their greatest life challenges, to those wanting to create small changes, to those simply seeking support within the complex lives and world we live in; in short, all humans welcome!
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For adults seeking 1-1 support from an experienced and caring psychologist. Together we can work on issues such as adjusting to life changes, symptoms of anxiety and depression or simply getting your mojo back. I have extensive experience working with executive leaders and workplace issues. I created Anahata Psychology and Consulting Practice to facilitate change, with Heart. I offer face to face and telehealth. Telehealth suits people who don’t necessarily have the time to come into an office, live away or prefer the privacy of their own home.
For adults seeking 1-1 support from an experienced and caring psychologist. Together we can work on issues such as adjusting to life changes, symptoms of anxiety and depression or simply getting your mojo back. I have extensive experience working with executive leaders and workplace issues. I created Anahata Psychology and Consulting Practice to facilitate change, with Heart. I offer face to face and telehealth. Telehealth suits people who don’t necessarily have the time to come into an office, live away or prefer the privacy of their own home.
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Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cairns City, QLD 4870
I specialise in guiding women through life's transitions, whether you are embarking on a new project, navigating changes in your personal or professional life, or working to build confidence and focus, planned or unexpected. Many of my clients are at a crossroads, seeking to find or redefine themselves and their paths. I provide a nurturing and empowering space for you to explore these transitions, addressing the unique challenges you face. My approach helps you find balance, rediscover your inner strength, and connect with your true self to enable personal growth and build resilience.
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Verified Verified
Cairns City, QLD 4870 (Online Only)
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Looking for support with your intimate relationship(s), especially if things aren't going smoothly? As a counsellor specializing in alternative relationship styles (ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, and kink dynamics) I can help you navigate the complexities of your relationship(s). As a queer, pansexual, and polyamorous person (she/her) living an ENM lifestyle, I truly understand where you're coming from.
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Rewired Psychological Services (Telehealth)
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cairns City, QLD 4870 (Online Only)
My methodology aims to explore deeper insights into the self to help clients make more informed and healthier decisions about their present and future. Through the client and psychologist working together, meaningful growth is possible. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being.
My methodology aims to explore deeper insights into the self to help clients make more informed and healthier decisions about their present and future. Through the client and psychologist working together, meaningful growth is possible. As a psychologist, I provide a secure environment in which to turn your mental health concerns into opportunities for well-being.
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Heal & Tranform: Psychotherapy with Sophie Birgan
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Cairns City, QLD 4870
Effective and profound therapy is safe, interpersonal, and restorative. It is a way to finally connect the dots. It reveals what has been missing, what's been kept secret, or what the unconscious mind has repressed. It allows a person to see what's been absent, to fully understand their inner self better, and to restructure their thinking around the narrative so that a paradigm shift is felt.
Effective and profound therapy is safe, interpersonal, and restorative. It is a way to finally connect the dots. It reveals what has been missing, what's been kept secret, or what the unconscious mind has repressed. It allows a person to see what's been absent, to fully understand their inner self better, and to restructure their thinking around the narrative so that a paradigm shift is felt.
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Have you been struggling with negative self-talk or feeling anxious right before a game or race? This can feel very stressful and is common amongst athletes in high performance. This can lead to anger outbursts, low self-confidence, and perfectionism, which can lead to decreased performance in your sport.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Cairns City, QLD
70+
Average cost per session
$162
Counsellors in Cairns City, QLD who prioritize treating:
83% | Anxiety |
71% | Depression |
68% | Self Esteem |
67% | Life Transitions |
64% | Relationship Issues |
64% | Stress |
61% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
69% | Medicare Rebates |
67% | Bupa |
62% | Medibank Private |
How Counsellors in Cairns City, QLD see their clients
50% | In Person and Online | |
50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
14% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Cairns City?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, suburb, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.