I have spent many years in mental health; working for national NGO’s such as ReachOut, Mensline, SANE Australia and more.

I have trained through organisations such as the Australian College of Applied Psychology, SPECTRUM BPD, Blueknot and ASIST.

I hold a graduate diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy via the Australian College of Applied Psychology. The qualification is accredited by the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

Key Accreditation’s

Graduate Diploma in Counselling
Certified Trauma Informed Practitioner
Registered Counsellor - ACA
Mental Health First Aid
ASIST Suicide Intervention Certified

A fair question that can make the mind boggle.

Social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors. Which cook will be best placed in my kitchen of emotions ?

Psychologists are trained in the science of how people think, feel, behave and learn, typically focusing more on diagnosis. Often psychology is facilitated through a more medical and behaviouralist lens.

Counsellors (such as me), adopt a super person-centred approach. Counsellors learn the nitty-gritty of listening and responding to individuals. A decent counsellor strives to make your unconscious, conscious. In Australia, counsellors and psychotherapists cannot provide a medicare rebate.

If you’re keen to discuss fees please reach out to me via the contact section.

One of the upshots of my service is you do not need a mental health care plan or a referral from your GP. You can self-refer by reaching out to me in the contact section.

I fully understand that navigating mental health can feel a wee bit daunting at first.

I offer free fifteen minute phone consults to make sure you have the insight you need to inform your choice.

You are welcome to email me ahead of your first session should you have any further questions about the process.

As both a mental health counsellor and advocate, I uphold a relaxed and casual approach to therapy that cuts through the clinical fluff.

In our first session, I’ll foster a safe space whilst honouring your journey so far. It is likely your session will consist of connection, humour and deep curiosity.

If opting for Zoom Counselling, I recommend that people prepare for their sessions by finding a relaxed, private space. Never hurts to brew a nice cup of tea or coffee beforehand too; some people even have their pooch or cat nearby for extra comfort.

For online video chats, you will need a stable internet connection, a working microphone and webcam capabilities. Zoom can be used via web browser, for Skype you will need an account.

Keen on a phone session? Make sure you have a working mobile or landline (I will phone you directly at the time of your session).

I work with young people aged 16+ on a case by case basis.

If there’s a young person in your life that needs a little extra help right now, feel free to email me directly via bree.mentalhealth@gmail.com

For further support services, check out or mates over at

ReachOut Parents Coaching
Headspace
Minus18 LGBTQI+ Youth

Everything we discuss together is completely confidential except in exceptional circumstance (see below). It’s important during Telehealth sessions you’re able to access a private and safe space.

Confidentiality is limited in the instance of self-harm or harm to others; and in the instance whereby a minor may be at risk. You can read more about confidentiality and informed consent here (clause 4.7).

Case note data is stored via Amazon Web Services, which has HIPAA compliant database servers. Case note body copy ensures names are de-identified using acronyms.

Telehealth cannot be experienced while driving or operating a vehicle.