Business Details
Professional Counselling for Lasting Personal Growth
Honni Hayton Counselling has been dedicated to empowering individuals and couples through transformative therapy since its founding. With over two decades of experience, our practice combines evidence-based techniques like EMDR Therapy with a compassionate, client-centred approach. We specialise in trauma recovery, relationship counselling, and personal growth, offering both in-person sessions at our peaceful Boonah practice and accessible online therapy. Our founder, Honni Hayton, brings a unique blend of professional expertise and lived experience to every session, ensuring clients receive tailored support that addresses their specific challenges.We prioritise creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and develop practical strategies for lasting change. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures our services remain at the forefront of therapeutic innovation while maintaining the warmth and authenticity that clients consistently praise.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counselling
Relationship Counselling
Marriage Preparation
Online Counselling
In-person Sessions
Couples Therapy
Personal Growth Coaching
Anxiety Management
Stress Reduction
Highlights and features
- We offer EMDR Therapy accredited by EMDRAA for trauma resolution
- Our counsellor has 20+ years of clinical experience with proven outcomes
- We combine evidence-based methods with personalised, holistic care
- We provide flexible sessions: in-person in Boonah or online Australia-wide
- Our founder has specialist training in relationship and trauma counselling
Associations and certifications
- PACFA
- EMDRAA
What people say
Life-changing
Transformative experience
Safe space
Compassionate support
Effective trauma recovery
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy helps process traumatic memories through bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach enables clients to reframe distressing experiences, reducing their emotional impact. Sessions focus on identifying target memories, processing them through guided eye movements, and developing future-oriented coping strategies. The therapy effectively addresses PTSD, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions while maintaining strict safety protocols throughout treatment.
Trauma Counselling
Specialised trauma counselling addresses both 'big T' and 'little t' traumas using integrative therapeutic approaches. Sessions combine cognitive-behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic exploration to help clients understand trauma's impact and develop resilience. The therapy focuses on symptom management, emotional regulation, and rebuilding self-esteem while maintaining a trauma-informed, client-paced approach to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Relationship Counselling
Relationship counselling focuses on improving communication patterns and resolving conflicts constructively. Sessions utilise evidence-based frameworks to address relationship dynamics, rebuild trust, and enhance intimacy. The approach includes conflict resolution training, emotional attunement exercises, and practical tools for maintaining connection. Both in-person and online options accommodate couples' preferences while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness.
Marriage Preparation
The Marriage Preparation Course provides couples with essential relationship skills through six structured modules. The program covers communication strategies, financial planning, conflict resolution, and compatibility understanding. Self-paced online learning combines with practical exercises and optional coaching sessions to help couples build a strong foundation for lasting partnership while addressing unique relationship challenges.
Online Counselling
Online counselling delivers accessible mental health support through secure video conferencing. Sessions maintain the same therapeutic standards as in-person appointments while offering flexibility for clients across Australia. The service includes EMDR Therapy, trauma recovery, and relationship counselling through encrypted platforms that ensure confidentiality and continuity of care regardless of geographic location.
People
Honni Hayton
Counsellor and EMDR Therapist
With over 20 years of clinical experience, Honni Hayton is a registered counsellor specialising in trauma recovery and relationship therapy. She holds qualifications from the University of Southern Queensland and Christian Heritage College, with additional EMDR accreditation. Her practice combines evidence-based techniques with compassionate support, helping clients achieve lasting personal growth and healthier relationships.
Questions
Do I need a referral to access counselling services?
No referral is required. Clients can self-refer directly for all our counselling services.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
We use an integrative approach combining CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR techniques tailored to individual needs.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality following professional and legal standards, with exceptions only for safety concerns.
What are the available appointment formats?
We offer both in-person sessions at our Boonah practice and secure online appointments for clients Australia-wide.
Do you accept private health insurance?
Yes, we accept extras cover from Medibank Private, BUPA, ahm, and ARGH providers. Check with your insurer for specific coverage details.
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