Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mental Wellness Solutions
Watersedgecounselling has been dedicated to restoring mental wellness for over 2000 individuals and couples across Australia since 2003. Our team of specialised counsellors, therapists, and social workers employs a kind, respectful, and evidence-based approach to address grief, trauma, and personal growth. With decades of combined experience, we utilise psychological tools and trauma-informed practices to foster healing and self-awareness.Our therapists hold accreditations from leading professional bodies, ensuring high standards of care. We prioritise client commitment through structured policies while offering flexible scheduling and Medicare rebates for eligible services. Our mission is to empower clients to thrive through tailored therapeutic support.
Services
Anger Management
Grief Counselling
Trauma Therapy
Couples Counselling
Family Therapy
Professional Supervision
Mentoring Services
Children's Therapy
Medicare Rebated Sessions
EAP Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of combined experience in trauma and mental health therapy.
- Our therapists hold accreditations from leading professional bodies like AASW.
- We provide Medicare-rebated sessions for eligible clients.
- Our trauma-informed approach avoids re-traumatisation through TRTP therapy.
- Flexible scheduling with evening and weekend appointments available.
Associations and certifications
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia
- Australian Association of Social Work (AASW)
- Australian Association of Supervision (AAOS)
What people say
Totally safe environment
Brought understanding to my past
Significantly improved communication
Life-changing practice
Increased self-awareness
Services
Anger Management
Our anger management program helps clients understand triggers and develop control strategies. Using Duncan's 35+ years of experience, we address workplace conflicts, relationship issues, and legal concerns through tailored interventions. Clients learn healthier coping mechanisms and communication techniques to prevent escalation.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised trauma resolution using The Richards Trauma Process. This three-session hypnotherapy-based approach addresses anxiety, depression, and PTSD without revisiting traumatic events. Duncan's accreditation ensures safe, effective treatment for clients seeking freedom from past experiences and improved sleep patterns.
Couples Counselling
Colleen's 40+ years of experience inform our couples therapy approach. We address communication breakdowns, intimacy issues, and life transitions through structured sessions. The program helps partners rebuild emotional connections and develop conflict resolution skills for long-term relationship satisfaction.
Professional Supervision
Accredited supervision services for social workers and mental health professionals. Our AAOS-certified supervisors provide career guidance, stress management strategies, and goal-setting support. This service helps professionals maintain ethical standards while improving workplace performance and personal development.
Children's Therapy
Rachel's six years of experience specialising in child and adolescent therapy address behavioural issues, anxiety, and developmental challenges. Using age-appropriate techniques, we help children aged 4-18 build emotional resilience and improve social skills through structured therapeutic activities and family involvement.
People
Duncan Morris
Social Worker & Trauma Counsellor
With 35 years' experience, Duncan specialises in trauma therapy and anger management. He holds a Master of Human Services Management and is an accredited TRTP practitioner. His background includes roles in social work, chaplaincy, and mentoring.
Rachel Jane
Social Worker & Child Therapist
Rachel has six years' experience in children's therapy and community development. She specialises in working with ages 4-18 and now extends her practice to adult clients. Her approach focuses on individual empowerment and family support systems.
Colleen Morris
Couples Counsellor
With over 40 years' experience, Colleen specialises in couples therapy and spiritual direction. She is an accredited clinical supervisor with expertise in family systems and relationship dynamics. Her practice combines therapeutic and spiritual approaches to healing.
Questions
Can I claim Medicare rebates for counselling sessions?
Yes, Duncan and Rachel are accredited Mental Health Social Workers. With a GP's Mental Health Care Plan, you can access Medicare rebates for eligible sessions.
What happens if I need to cancel an appointment?
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Missed sessions without prior notice incur the full fee to maintain scheduling integrity and therapist availability.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard individual sessions last 55 minutes. Extended 90-minute sessions are available upon request for more complex issues or intensive therapy needs.
Do you offer online counselling options?
While our primary location is in Geelong, we offer flexible scheduling options. Please contact us directly to discuss telehealth availability and suitability for your needs.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including TRTP for trauma, solution-focused therapy, and strength-based approaches. Our techniques are tailored to individual needs while maintaining clinical effectiveness.
How do I know if therapy will work for me?
Success depends on your commitment to the process. Most clients report positive changes after initial sessions, with significant improvements typically seen within 6-10 sessions for short-term goals.
