Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Counselling & Mediation Partner in Northern Beaches
Founded in 1997 by Lidy Seysener, our practice has dedicated itself to enriching lives through comprehensive therapeutic services. With a foundation in psychology and extensive postgraduate qualifications in counselling, psychotherapy, and family mediation, we address emotional, relational, and life challenges with evidence-based methodologies. Our expertise spans clinical hypnotherapy, Time Line Therapy, and family law mediation, supported by memberships in the Australian Counselling Association and Resolution Institute.We prioritize personalized care, integrating decades of experience to guide individuals, couples, and families toward resolution and growth. Our commitment to professional development ensures clients receive contemporary, ethical support tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Counselling
Hypnotherapy
Timeline Therapy
Family Mediation
Psychotherapy
Couple Counselling
Child Consultation
Pre-Marriage Counselling
Stress Management
Emotional Release Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy.
- Our principal practitioner holds certifications in Time Line Therapy and Family Dispute Resolution.
- We provide specialized mediation services for family law and relationship challenges.
- Our approach integrates clinical hypnotherapy and neuro-linguistic programming techniques.
- We maintain active memberships in leading professional associations for accountability.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
- Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH)
- Resolution Institute
What people say
Empathetic support
Expert guidance
Effective techniques
Transformative outcomes
Professional environment
Services
Counselling
Counselling addresses relationship challenges, emotional distress, and life transitions through structured, client-centered sessions. We work with individuals, couples, and families to identify root causes of conflict and develop practical solutions. Our approach emphasizes self-awareness and behavioral change to improve interpersonal dynamics and personal well-being.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy accesses subconscious resources to resolve stress, phobias, and unwanted habits. By inducing a relaxed, focused state, we help clients reframe negative thought patterns and adopt positive behaviors. This technique supports goals like smoking cessation, weight management, and enhancing performance in personal or professional contexts.
Timeline Therapy
Timeline Therapy eliminates limiting emotions and beliefs from past experiences to improve present decision-making. Using visualization techniques, we help clients release anger, guilt, or anxiety tied to unresolved events. This process enables clearer goal-setting and fosters emotional freedom for lasting personal growth.
Family Mediation
Family mediation facilitates constructive discussions for separating couples, parenting plans, and property settlements. As certified practitioners, we guide parties toward mutually acceptable agreements while prioritizing children's needs. Our process reduces litigation costs and empowers clients to shape their own resolutions.
Pre-Marriage Counselling
Pre-marriage counselling strengthens foundational communication skills and aligns expectations for future partners. We explore conflict resolution strategies, financial planning, and long-term goals to build resilient relationships. This proactive approach addresses potential stressors before marriage through guided, supportive sessions.
People
Lidy Seysener
Principal Counsellor
Lidy Seysener holds a BA in Psychology and certifications in counselling, hypnotherapy, and family mediation. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in relationship therapy, separation support, and emotional release techniques. Her practice integrates Time Line Therapy and NLP for transformative client outcomes.
Questions
What qualifications do your counsellors hold?
Our principal counsellor holds a BA in Psychology, certifications in counselling and hypnotherapy, and a Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution.
Do you offer online counselling sessions?
Yes, we provide remote sessions via secure video conferencing for added flexibility and accessibility.
How many sessions will I need for counselling?
Session requirements vary; some clients find resolution in one session, while others benefit from ongoing support tailored to their needs.
What issues can Timeline Therapy address?
Timeline Therapy resolves limiting emotions, beliefs, and decisions from past experiences impacting current well-being and relationships.
Is family mediation legally binding?
Mediated agreements aren't legally binding, but we can guide you through submitting formal agreements to the Family Court if required.
Do you work with children during mediation?
Yes, we include children in mediation processes when appropriate to address their needs during family transitions.
