Calming Minds Counselling

About

Hi, I'm Michael.

I'm here to help you find peace and to feel at ease in your life. My clients often tell me that I'm easy to talk to and help them to feel an immediate sense of calm. This may explain why so many have been able to share with me their painful memories, for the first time, in safety and without judgement. I work with both couples and individuals to create a plan for reducing unwanted behaviours and build healthier ways of coping. Presentations I work with often include addiction, childhood trauma, separation and divorce, parental issues, grief and loss, family violence, anxiety, depression and anger management.

The approaches I enjoy using include acceptance and commitment therapy, gestalt, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based interventions and motivational interviewing techniques to initiate action. However, my approach will always be guided by and based on your individual needs and values. I hold a Bachelor's degree in both psychology and counselling, which gives me insight into the science of how people think, feel, behave and the skills to apply this to you as a unique person.

Since leaving my previous role as a senior drug & alcohol counsellor I've been busy growing my private practice on the Bellarine Peninsula, 30min out from Geelong. On a personal note, I enjoy practicing daily meditation, living by Buddhist values of acceptance and openness, and reading about Buddhist psychology... all amongst a house full of plants! These interests keep me engaged in life, so I can continue to deliver the best possible support for my clients.

I specialise in delivering online sessions via video which means I can support you, wherever you are, from the comfort of your own space. You'll also notice I offer after-hours, weekend, and same-day appointments - so feel free to send me a message!

I really look forward to working with you.

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