Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Counselling Services in Gippsland
At Gippsland Counselling Services, we are dedicated to providing professional mental health support tailored to individual needs. Our founder, Christine Gawith, brings decades of experience from diverse fields including education, law enforcement, and community mental health, ensuring a holistic approach to client care. Accredited through the Australian Association of Social Workers, we specialise in addressing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and suicide prevention. Our services combine evidence-based practices with practical, down-to-earth solutions to help clients navigate life's challenges. With flexible appointment options including face-to-face, phone, and telehealth consultations, we prioritise accessibility and confidentiality.Christine's unique background as a teacher, police officer, and self-improvement consultant informs her empathetic yet direct counselling style. We serve all areas of Gippsland, offering both short-term interventions and long-term therapeutic support. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures clients receive honest, non-judgmental assistance aimed at fostering resilience and personal growth. As a new but rapidly growing practice, we maintain availability for timely appointments while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct.
Services
Depression Counselling
Anxiety Support
Grief Counselling
EAP Services
Men's Counselling
Women's Counselling
Suicide Prevention
Relationship Therapy
Stress Management
Telehealth Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer counselling by an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 25+ years' experience
- Our counsellor holds a Masters of Social Work from Monash University
- We combine clinical expertise with real-world experience from education and law enforcement
- We provide immediate practical strategies alongside therapeutic support
- Our practice maintains strict confidentiality and ethical standards
Associations and certifications
- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Services
Depression Counselling
Specialised support for individuals experiencing persistent sadness, loss of interest, or hopelessness. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive behavioural techniques with practical life strategies. Christine's extensive mental health experience ensures tailored interventions addressing both symptoms and underlying causes.
Anxiety Support
Targeted counselling for anxiety disorders including generalised anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety. We employ mindfulness techniques and coping strategies developed through Christine's dual expertise in clinical practice and real-world stress management. Sessions focus on immediate symptom relief and long-term resilience building.
Grief Counselling
Professional guidance through bereavement and significant life changes. Our approach integrates Christine's experience in community mental health with practical emotional regulation techniques. We help clients navigate the grieving process while maintaining daily functioning and relationships.
EAP Services
Confidential employee assistance program counselling for workplace-related mental health concerns. Christine's background in organisational psychology and corporate training informs our structured approach to work-related stress, conflict resolution, and performance anxiety management.
Men's Counselling
Tailored support addressing men's specific mental health challenges including emotional expression, relationship issues, and suicide prevention. Christine's police service experience enhances understanding of male-specific stressors and barriers to seeking help.
People
Christine Gawith
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
With 25+ years' experience across education, law enforcement, and mental health, Christine holds a Masters of Social Work from Monash University. Her unique background informs a practical counselling approach combining clinical expertise with real-world understanding of stress and trauma.
Questions
What qualifications does your counsellor hold?
Christine Gawith holds a Masters of Social Work (Qualifying), Diploma of Teaching, and multiple health science qualifications. She is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with AASW.
Can I book an after-hours appointment?
Yes, after-hours appointments are available depending on availability. Please contact us directly to arrange.
Do I need a referral for counselling?
No referral is required. However, having one may allow Medicare rebate eligibility through your mental health care plan.
What counselling approaches do you use?
We combine evidence-based practices like CBT with practical life strategies, mindfulness, and positive psychology tailored to individual client needs.
Are home visits available?
Yes, home visits can be arranged depending on location and specific circumstances. Please discuss this with us when booking.
How long are counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 45-60 minutes, with duration adjusted based on individual progress and specific session goals.
