CLIENT CENTRED
Our counselling is focused on YOU the client and your needs.
PROFESSIONAL
Our counselling is professional and values the importance of the relationship.
COMPASSIONATE
Our counsellors are down-to-earth and friendly – passionate to see you succeed.
TAILORED FOR YOU
Our counsellors choose the tools and methods most suited to you.
PENNY ADAMS | PRINCIPAL COUNSELLOR | FOUNDER
My Approach
I have learned through journeying life and working with my clients that hope, resolution, and possibility do exist, that people have more resources and strengths than they realise, and solutions are available.
I fully believe that most of us want to change things in our lives but don’t know how to, don’t have the tools or support, or try to change too much at once and feel overwhelmed. I am here to assist you in accessing the resources within you so you can achieve your goals in a compassionate, safe and supportive space.
I have spent over 10 years working with relationships, families and couples as they navigate the seasons of life. I have trained in family systems, couples counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and others.
HOW DO I KNOW THAT COUNSELLING IS RIGHT FOR ME AT THIS TIME?
Making the decision to get the support you need and attend counselling is a commitment. It is a commitment to yourself and the process. You deserve to give this your full attention so that you can gain as much as possible from the journey.
You need to invest time into the process
You will need to invest energy into the process
You will need to invest financially into the process
You will need to have compassion towards yourself
YOUR ROLE IN THE COUNSELLING PROCESS AS THE CLIENT
VALUE
You value yourself and your healing, growth and development
COMMITMENT
Your are ready to make a commitment to yourself and your relationships
FACE FEARS
You are willing to face the fears and blocks and barriers holding you back
RESPONSIBILITY
You are willing to take responsibility for your choices and actions
CHANGE
You are willing to change if necessary and do the work that is required
COLLABORATION
You are willing work with your counsellor to acheive you goals
EXPECTATIONS
Reaching goals takes time and patience – you are willing to attend regularly
INVESTMENT
You are willing to make the financial investment in yourself
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1
Select your counsellor or contact us to discuss
STEP 2
Select the day and time you would like to book
STEP 3
Select your counsellor or contact us to discuss
HELPING YOU TO FIND BALANCE DURING THE SEASONS OF LIFE
What to expect in our counselling sessions together
Our first appointment together will be a ‘get to know you’ session. We will ask you to share with your counsellor what you are hoping to gain from counselling and to also provide a bit of your story, current circumstances, issues you are facing and background.
You are welcome to ask any quesitons regarding the process or the forms and agreements that you complete.
The focus is on YOU and this may take more than one session.
Together we will then map out a way forward for you so that you can start to work towards reaching your goals and flourishing in life.
What Is Our Approach?
Evidence-based counselling therapies
As trained professional counsellors we aim to use evidenced-based therapies where suitable. If you have had counselling before and like a specific modality please let us know.
Integrated approach to counselling
You are the centre of what we do. No one counselling approach is adequate on its own. We integrate various approaches to suit your needs and personality.
Work outside of sessions
Counselling sessions are not enough to effect change. You have to go and apply what you learn in counselling. This means that homework is often set in session.
You are the expert in your life
Counsellors facilitate the process to support you to achieve your goals. Whilst have skills, tools and strategies – YOU remain the expert of your life and choices.
THE BOOKING PROCESS EXPLAINED
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Step 1: Book your session online
You are ready book and use the ‘book now’ button to select your counsellor, book and pay for your session
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Step 1: Have questions?
Want to chat before you book contact Seasons of Life Counselling either through our website, phone or email.
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Step 2: We can book your session for you
Rather not book online? No problem we can book it for you
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Step 3: Matching you to a counsellor
We are building our practice by adding counsellors who can meet a wide range of needs.
You may request a counsellor OR we will select the one that best fits your needs OR that has availability.
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Step 4: Confirmation of booking
Once you are booked in your will recieve a confirmation email with the day, time and Zoom link.
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Step 5: Invoice and payment
Payment is required on booking and you will be sent an invoice which can be paid by debit card and credit card online or by bank transfer.
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Step 6: Forms and agreement
Once payment is recieved you will be sent an intake form and counselling agreement. These are competed online so no need for printing and scanning.
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Step 7: Reminders
You will receive two email reminders for your session. One 24 hours before and the other one hour before your session.
These also contain the Zoom link so you don’t need to find it.
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Step 8: Check your device is working
Before the session check your phone, tablet or laptop has Zoom installed and the audio and microphone are working.
There are instructions in the agreement.
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Step 9: Get comfortable and private
Get comfortable, ensuring the light is good and you are in a private space where you can’t be overheard or interrupted.
Headphones can help with privacy
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Step 10: Meet your counsellor
At your appointment time join the session, meet your counsellor and start getting the support you need.
“Penny is an amazing counsellor who never judged me, she listened was supportive and was always very professional”
I contacted Penny when I was very lost in life and feeling as though I didn’t have a purpose. I was feeling numb, emotionless and very broken. Penny guided me and gave me the tools I needed for me to reconnect with my emotions and feelings in a way not to overwhelm me which then helped me find my way back to where I am today. I have goals and dreams and my relationships with family and friends has never been better.
MEL KATZORKE – CLIENT
Subsequent Counselling Sessions
Once you have had your first session we will find a time for you next session. The regularity of sessions is important so that we can build relationship and support you to succeed in reaching your goals.
Regular sessions are vital
Sometimes people come for 2-3 sessions and ‘feel’ better, they notice that the pain or discomfort might be less so they take a break. This is not recommended, just like taking pain killers numbs the pain but doesn’t remove the cause – temporary symptom relief of ‘feeling better’ doesn’t get to the root of the issue and most likely will not last.
What happens when I have met my goals?
First of all let’s celebrate all your achievements and strengths – you deserve it.
I would then like to let you know that you are always welcome to return in the future when the need arises. It is always best to get the support early before things become bigger than they need to be.
As we have developed that relationship already it is much easier to return. I have had many clients who have returned over the years and it is a pleasure and privilege to be part of your journey.
We would also love to get some feedback on your experience with us.
Book your session below
Individual Counselling
Counselling sessions for 1 person only for 1 hour. Sessions up to 2 hours are available on request. Counselling for a range of goals, issues and difficulties depending on counsellor availability and specialisation. LEARN MORE
$95.00 + GST
NDIS Counselling
Counselling sessions for 1 NDIS participant who is either plan managed or self-managed under the NDIS. Cost is per 1 hour session. LEARN MORE
$95.00 + GST
Couples / Relationship Counselling
Couples or relationship counselling for 2 people. Sessions are 1 hour in length. Sessions up to 2 hours can be requested.
$120.00 + GST
FIFO Family / Relationship Counselling
Couples or relationship counselling for 1 or 2 people, to help you navigate the FIFO life. Sessions are 1 hour in length. Sessions up to 2 hours can be requested.
$95.00 + GST
(individual)
$120.00 + GST
(2 people)
Parenting Counselling
Parenting counselling for 1 or 2 people, to help you navigate the many ages and stages of parenting. Sessions are 1 hour in length. Sessions up to 2 hours can be requested.
$95.00 + GST
(individual)
$120.00 + GST
(2 people)
Interested in a package of sessions at a discount?
How our counsellors and practioners work
Please note: all counsellors/practitioners that provide services through and as part of Seasons of Life Counselling team are independent sole practitioners who hold their own business ABNs and Insurance. Your practitioner will hold your confidential client case notes and these will remain in their possession, whether they remain at Seasons of Life Counselling or cease their contract with us. Seasons of Life Counselling / Penny Adams is not liable for practitioner conduct or case notes. This information is outlined in more detail in the client counselling agreement you recieve upon booking with us.
You are worth it
Your relationships are valuable
