Hello, I’m Carlie.
I’m a Registered Clinical Counsellor with PACFA and an accredited therapist with the BACP, with over eight years of experience. I work with individuals providing in-person and online therapy. My passion lies in helping people navigate life’s challenges and empowering them to embrace their best, most fulfilling lives. I specialise in supporting clients through trauma, sexual identity, gender identity, relationship diversity, relationship issues, grief, loss, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, life transitions and the search for belonging.
My journey toward becoming a therapist comes from a profound curiosity about the meaning of life, the quest for living well, and the importance of forging meaningful connections with others. I believe that we are all on an ongoing journey of self-discovery. I’m originally from the vibrant city of Brighton in the UK. This wonderfully diverse city champions everyone to truly be their unique selves. Growing up in such an inclusive environment has shaped me into the open-minded and compassionate person I am today. I am strongly committed to embracing diversity and celebrating the uniqueness inherent in each person I work with.
I also spent some time living in London, embracing the hustle and bustle before making the exciting move to Sydney, Australia, which I’m now lucky enough to call home! During my time in the UK, I’ve had the opportunity to provide therapy at some fantastic organisations, such as Mind Out, an LGBTQ mental health charity, St Wilfrid’s Hospice, and the Body and Mind Centre in London. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I partnered with Gaydio and Tide to offer support and care to their members.
Currently, I offer therapy at Here Completely, situated in the Dymocks Building in Sydney’s central business district.
Why wait any longer? Take a deep breath and contact me today to begin your therapeutic journey and live your best, most fulfilling life.
My Approach
I create a safe, welcoming, and creative environment to explore what’s led you to therapy. With warmth, compassion, and a hint of humour, I aim to help you feel at ease as you bravely embark on your therapeutic journey.
I am trained in Gestalt psychotherapy, a holistic approach that focuses on connections between thoughts, feelings, body, spirit, and social environment. As a trauma-informed therapist, I also incorporate Internal Family Systems and Polyvagal Theory into my practice, utilising these perspectives to support clients as they heal.
As we start this journey together, we’ll focus on what brings you to therapy. Sometimes, we can feel overwhelmed by our anxiety, that inner critic, or a tendency to please others. However, by examining the different parts of yourself, you can cultivate internal harmony, which leads to greater emotional balance and healing.
The paradoxical theory of change highlights internal transformation can only occur by bringing awareness and acceptance to how you are in the present moment. In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to remain busy and distracted, but it’s crucial to carve out time to connect with your emotions, and therapy provides a nurturing space for you to do just that!
Remember, therapy isn’t about changing who you are but embracing and being your true self.
“The human heart yearns for contact, above all it yearns for genuine dialogue. Each of us desperately yearns to be met. To be recognised in our uniqueness, fullness and vulnerability”
Hycner & Jacobs
Counselling
Life can throw us many challenges, often without a guidebook to help us through. We’re all doing our best to find meaning in a messy and chaotic world. While our experiences may be different and our stories unique, the emotions we feel—loss, heartbreak, anger, fear, shame, confusion, and loneliness—are shared by us all.
Taking that first step to seek counselling can feel a bit scary and daunting. It requires real bravery to recognise the things we want to change in our lives. Whether you’re looking to enhance your well-being, reflect on past experiences, or explore relationship patterns, know that you’re not alone on this journey.
Therapy focuses on understanding your challenges and the barriers that may hold you back. Together, we’ll delve into your experiences to uncover the internal conflicts and unhelpful patterns that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Building a deeper awareness of your feelings can be tough at first, but with gentle support, it can lead to a wonderful sense of freedom and new possibilities in your life.
When you’re ready to take that important first step towards counselling, don’t hesitate to reach out! I offer a no-obligation, free 15-minute phone consultation to explore your reasons for seeking therapy and see if we’re a good fit for each other.
Below, you’ll find a list of commonly asked questions that will give you more insight into the counselling process. I want you to feel confident and informed as you consider this step.
Getting Started
Number of Sessions
The number of sessions really depends on you and what you feel you’re gaining from the therapeutic process. Remember, you have the freedom to end therapy whenever you choose. However, I do recommend working towards a planned ending if possible. I offer both short-term and open-ended therapy to suit your needs!
Confidentiality
Your privacy is very important to me. All information shared in our sessions will remain confidential, except in cases where you might be at risk of harming yourself or others. I promise to talk to you about any necessary breach of confidentiality before it happens. To ensure that I’m always working in your best interest, I participate in regular supervision where I reflect on my work, without sharing any personally identifiable information to keep your privacy intact.
Fees
Sessions last 50 minutes and cost $220. Payments are to be made via bank transfer prior to the session’s commencement.
First Session
The first session is a no-obligation introductory meeting where we can familiarise ourselves with one another. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is crucial for the success of therapy, so it’s essential that you feel comfortable working with me. This session serves both to help you understand who I am and to give me a clearer sense of who you are and why you are coming to therapy.
Location
Here Completely
Suite 11, Level 7/428 George St,
Sydney NSW 2000,
Australia
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