Business Details
37 Years
experience
Mental Health Counselling in Sydney & Online Therapy Services
With over 33 years of experience in therapeutic practice, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through complex mental health challenges. Starting in 1989 with a youth support group on the Gold Coast, my journey has spanned diverse fields including housing, disability services, HIV prevention, and sexual health across Australia, the UK, and Sweden. Holding advanced qualifications in social work and psychotherapy, I specialise in narrative therapy approaches to address relationship difficulties, sex and sexuality concerns, religious trauma, and life transitions.As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered Medicare provider, I combine academic rigor with practical expertise to deliver tailored therapeutic solutions. My practice integrates collaborative dialogue, evidence-based methodologies, and a deep understanding of cultural contexts to help clients reframe their experiences and build resilience. I maintain active engagement with professional networks while continuously refining therapeutic techniques through ongoing education and peer collaboration.
Services
Mental Health Counselling
Relationship Therapy
Sexuality Counselling
Religious Trauma Therapy
Online Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Medicare Rebated Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 33 years of clinical experience across diverse mental health fields
- Specialist training in narrative therapy and social constructionist approaches
- Registered Medicare provider with Accredited Mental Health Social Worker status
- Collaborative therapeutic approach informed by global practice experience
- International reputation for effective online therapy delivery
Associations and certifications
- Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
What people say
Compassionate approach
Specialist knowledge
Flexible delivery options
Services
Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy explores how personal stories shape mental health through collaborative dialogue. This approach helps clients identify alternative narratives to problem-dominated stories, fostering resilience and self-compassion. Particularly effective for shame-related conditions, it externalises problems while emphasizing clients' values and strengths.
Online Counselling
Secure online therapy sessions conducted via webcam, telephone, or instant messaging. This service provides accessible mental health support for clients preferring remote consultations, maintaining confidentiality while offering flexible scheduling options across different time zones.
In-Person Meetings
Private consultations available at Surry Hills clinic near Central Station. Sessions combine traditional therapeutic techniques with modern approaches, offering clients a dedicated space for confidential discussions about personal challenges and growth opportunities.
Medicare Rebated Sessions
Eligible clients can claim Medicare rebates for mental health services under the Better Access initiative. Requires GP referral for conditions including anxiety, depression, and sexual disorders, with up to 10 sessions annually covered.
Health Fund Rebates
Selected private health insurers provide rebates for therapy sessions under extras cover. Participating funds include HCF, BUPA, and Teachers Health, with no doctor's referral required for these claims.
People
Forward Therapy
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
With 33 years of clinical experience, Ash holds advanced degrees in social work and psychotherapy. Specialising in narrative therapy, they have developed international expertise in treating relationship issues, sex addiction, and religious trauma through both online and in-person modalities.
Questions
What mental health specialisations do you offer?
Specialist areas include relationship counselling, sex and sexuality therapy, religious trauma recovery, and narrative therapy approaches for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Are Medicare rebates available for sessions?
Yes, with a GP referral under the Better Access initiative. Up to 10 sessions annually covered for conditions like anxiety, depression, and sexual disorders.
What payment methods do you accept?
Cash, bank transfer, and credit card payments accepted. Online clients pay via PayPal prior to scheduled appointments.
Do you offer online therapy options?
Yes, secure sessions available via webcam, telephone, or instant messaging with flexible scheduling across time zones.
What is your cancellation policy?
24 hours notice required for changes or cancellations. Missed appointments incur full session fee charges.
Are health fund rebates available?
Selected insurers including HCF, BUPA, and Teachers Health provide rebates for sessions under extras cover without requiring GP referrals.
