Hire the best counsellors in Canberra
Find qualified counsellors in Canberra who are ready to help
Hire the best counsellors in Canberra
Find qualified counsellors in Canberra who are ready to help
Top therapists in Canberra
5.0 (5)
Available online
Canberra ACT
·0.5 km
+ 9 moreAt Halo Journey, we understand that reaching out for support often happens at a moment when life feels heavy, confusing or simply too much to hold on your own. You deserve a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood and supported, and that is exactly what we offer.
We provide Family Dispute Resolution, AMDRAS mediation, Counselling and Psychotherapy for all ages, along with Couples and Family Counselling. More than a list of services, we offer a calm and compassionate place to land. Whether you are navigating conflict, healing from something painful or wanting to feel more grounded and connected, we walk with you at your pace.
Our team brings more than 75 years of combined experience in people helping roles. We are qualified, registered and deeply human practitioners who lead with empathy, respect and integrity. You will never be rushed or treated like a number. Your story matters to us, and we honour it with care.
We also offer evening and weekend appointments because we know that life, parenting, work and emotions do not fit neatly into business hours.
If you are ready to feel supported, understood and a little less alone, we are here to walk with you, one gentle step at a time.
Your journey matters, and we would be honoured to be part of it.
2 years in business
$200/hour
5.0 (11)
Available online
Canberra ACT
·0.5 km
I provide effective, compassionate, and individually-tailored counselling, psychotherapy and life coaching for people looking for positive change in their lives.
I work with people who want to overcome or work through a specific issue or problem, as well as people who want to make more broad changes. With a caring, empathic approach I counsel and coach people through difficult times and change.
I also work with people who are doing well but want a greater sense of meaning and fulfilment in life. This Life Coaching helps people progress from "ok" or "good", to "great!" and is also an excellent way to build on the positive changes people make during counselling and psychotherapy.
8 years in business
$135/session
5.0 (59)
Available online
ServesCanberra
+ 1 moreIf you're looking for relationship coaching or struggling with stress, anxiety, or anger issues, you're in the right place.
My name is Sanjeev, and I’ve been working as a Relationship and Life Coach for over a decade. Based in Queensland, Australia, I offer both online and in-person one-on-one coaching sessions.
I deeply value your time. To me, your life and your time are more precious than anything.
I work with individuals experiencing stress, seeking relationship guidance, or dealing with anxiety, OCD, ODD, and panic attacks. I also help those who are ready to break free from old thought patterns and fully embrace the present moment.
Anxiety and stress often arise when we lose connection with the present moment—a space that is timeless and formless. Once you reconnect with it, you'll begin to notice gradual yet profound changes within yourself. This is the non-conceptual, transcendent dimension—a state more powerful than any other. By tapping into it, you can gain clarity on your true purpose in life.
I’m deeply committed to helping you transform your current state. Just wait and see how your life evolves!
Book your free 45-minute session with me today!
Always cherish the present moment—the greatest and most inevitable gift we've ever received.
12 years in business
from $89/session
4.9 (13)
Available online
ServesCanberra
+ 2 moreAre you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in the same emotional patterns — even though you’re trying to move forward? You don’t have to keep figuring this out on your own.
I work with people who are often high-functioning on the outside, but internally feel:
• anxious or constantly overthinking
• emotionally drained or reactive
• stuck in relationship patterns
• unsure how to break the cycle
I’m Rebecca Small, a counsellor and psychotherapist, and I take a practical but deeper approach to therapy.
That means we don’t just talk about what’s happening — we work to understand why it’s happening and give you tools to shift it.
My work focuses on:
• regulating your nervous system
• identifying and rewiring core beliefs
• improving communication and boundaries
• helping you feel more grounded, confident, and in control
I bring together a background in psychology, counselling, coaching, and health to support lasting, meaningful change — not just short-term relief.
Together, we can work on:
✔ Anxiety, overthinking, and emotional overwhelm
✔ Relationship challenges and communication issues
✔ Trauma and unresolved emotional patterns
✔ Self-doubt, people-pleasing, and perfectionism
✔ Building confidence, boundaries, and self-trust
✔ Depression, stress, and feeling stuck
I offer a space that is warm, grounded, and non-judgemental — but also focused and forward-moving. I will support you, but I will also gently guide and challenge you so you don’t stay stuck in the same loops.
I currently have limited availability but always try to offer appointments within the same week.
Sessions are $165 for 50 minutes via telehealth.
The easiest next step is to book a short connection call so we can discuss what’s going on for you and see if we’re the right fit: https://calendly.com/rebeccasmall/connection-call
8 years in business
from $165/hour
5.0 (19)
Available online
ServesCanberra
Hi! My name is Dr Janine McIlwain and I'm a clinical hypnotherapist, counsellor and EMDR trauma therapist and registered acupuncturist helping people reduce stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues including (but not limited to)-
Fears
Phobias
Trauma
Anger management
Addictions (sugar, cigarettes, gambling, alcohol)
Anxiety including social anxiety and nail-biting
Self-confidence
Gut health issues (often connected to anxiety)
Weight loss
Eating disorders
Stress
Depression
Chronic Pain
In addition to these, I can also help with mindfulness and relaxation tools, general mental health and well-being maintenance, clarity around life direction, and pain management.
WHY HYPNOTHERAPY?
In the state of hypnosis, we can work directly with the subconscious mind bypassing the conscious, critical thinking mind and get those positive suggestions, thoughts and imagery where they need to be, to create lasting change. It’s our conscious mind that creates barriers to our healing, so we need to access that deeper part of our mind for true benefit.
Often my clients have been seeing psychologists and other mental health professionals for years with no real impact so decide to give hypnotherapy a go. They are often surprised when they experience very quick breakthroughs and realizations from their issues and are able to move forward positively with their lives free from the restriction of stress and anxiety.
This is because in hypnosis, we work with the WHOLE MIND. We can talk directly with the subconscious mind and get to all those core beliefs, habits, patterns and hidden blocks that are keeping us stuck in the past. Once these are bought to the awareness of the conscious mind, then true change can happen.
I use an intuitive mix of NLP, hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, theta healing, tapping and EMDR in the sessions. Standard counselling sessions are also available for those that just need to talk through some things and gain some clarity about their life.
Suite 3/ 19 Short St Southport QLD and I also offer online appointments via Telehealth.
18 years in business
from $100/hour
How much does it cost to hire a counsellor in Canberra?
$140 – $260
per session
Finding a counsellor in Canberra is easy with Bark
Canberra has a strong base of qualified counsellors practising across suburbs including Civic, Braddon, Belconnen, and Woden. Whether you're after a practice near the city centre or somewhere closer to where you live or work, Bark helps you connect with local professionals quickly. Post your details once and receive quotes from counsellors who match what you're looking for.
How to find a counsellor in Canberra
- Tell us what you need. Share your preferred location in Canberra, the type of support you're seeking, and whether you'd like in-person or online sessions.
- Receive quotes from local professionals. Qualified counsellors across Canberra will respond with personalised quotes, so you can compare without doing all the legwork yourself.
- Compare and hire with confidence. Check profiles, credentials, and reviews, then reach out to the counsellor you feel most comfortable with.
Individual therapy & counselling services in Canberra
Counsellors in Canberra work across a wide range of areas, supporting clients through everything from everyday stress to more complex mental health concerns.
- Anxiety and depression support — One-to-one sessions focused on managing anxiety, low mood, and depression using evidence-based approaches including CBT and ACT.
- Relationship and communication issues — Exploring patterns in personal and professional relationships, building healthier communication skills and strategies for navigating conflict.
- Grief, trauma, and life transitions — Support for bereavement, trauma processing, and navigating major life changes including separation, job loss, and relocation. Canberra's transient professional community means many clients are also adjusting to new environments and careers.
- Personal growth and goal-setting — Structured sessions to identify blocks, clarify values, and build momentum towards meaningful personal and professional goals.
Why use Bark to find a counsellor in Canberra
- Compare fairly. See quotes and profiles from multiple Canberra counsellors at once, giving you a clear picture of your options before committing.
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- No obligation. Review your options at your own pace and only proceed when you're ready. There's no pressure to book.
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FAQs
Individual therapy and counselling in Canberra typically costs between $140 and $260 per session, reflecting the ACT's generally higher cost of professional services compared to some other regions. Registered psychologists tend to sit at the upper end of this range, while counsellors without AHPRA registration often charge less. Clients in Canberra with a Mental Health Treatment Plan from their GP can access Medicare rebates when seeing a registered psychologist, which reduces out-of-pocket costs significantly. It's worth comparing quotes through Bark and asking each practitioner directly about fees, rebates, and any concession options.