Testimonials

"I felt the counseling was objective and fair which helped in adopting recommendations and feeling heard and having the opportunity to discuss the relevant issues. I would highly recommend Sam as she was instrumental in our ability to stay together and move forward with a much better relationship. Thanks." (Couples Counselling Name Withheld)  November 2011

"The counselling helped us to build a relationship bridge and renew positive communication. Sam helped us to focus on the way to change our own behaviour other than to focus on the partner's. Sam helped us to realise reasons for reactive behaviour, develop awareness and stop withdrawing. With Sam's guidance we had to focus on fun activities that reminded us of our good days and start rebuilding the trust.
Overall she gave us the confidence that we are in a better shape than we thought we were, and gave us hope and then tools to improve our relationship."  (Couples Counselling, Name Withheld)  November 2011

What did you find useful?  "Being questioned, and prompted to think about things differently." (Name withheld, Individual counselling)  September 2011

"From the first session when Sam explain the emotions that I was experiencing and that it was a normal grieving process. I did not realise the extent of my grief as I did not completely understand why I was feeling the way I was. Sam helped to explain each stage of the grieving process and that is was necessary and normal to go through and feel each type of emotion and process it fully in order to move on." (LT  Individual Counselling)  May 2011

I was initially unsure of how counselling was going to help me or if what I needed was just someone to talk to. I got more out of it than expected because Sam helped me to be more aware of my grief and how to handle it.   My grief is still there and probably will always be, but I feel better equipped to manage it now and to move on with my life knowing that I have options and how to find support when I need it.  I would recommend counselling to anyone going through such difficult experiences. I feel like I'm slowly gaining my happiness back." (LT  Individual Counselling)  May 2011

"We felt Sam (couple counselling) covered a lot of ground quickly and the therapy started from the first session.  Talking honestly about our feelings  was not as difficult as we first thought." (names withheld, Couples Counselling)  May 2011

"I learnt how to talk to people without aggression and anger and to be able to stand up for myself without causing confrontation. I also learnt to listen to what people had to say and to acknowledge their feelings.  I would recommend these sessions to anyone who is hitting speed bumps in their relationship as it will most definitely get you over these bumps so that you can go on enjoying one another again. Thanks so much Sam." (Aaron Couples Counselling)  April 2011

"Thank you, thank you, thank you Sam for helping and guiding us through a difficult patch !!! You were so easy to talk to and helped me see things so clearly" (Nic Couples Counselling) April 2011

"This was my first time seeing a counsellor and I felt that you provided a safe environment for me to be able to reveal my innermost thoughts and feelings.  You were calm and patient and yet gently challenging at times.  I felt heard and respected and whilst life is still not easy I feel much more equipped to deal with my problems.  Thanks very much Sam"  (name withheld, Individual Counselling)  February 2011

"Sam is a very good listener, thinks about what you've said and helps you see things in a different light.  She also helps you "name" your feelings i.e identify them more clearly rather than "I feel angry".  This naming process is very helpful in thinking about why you feel the way you do and addressing the real cause of your feelings.  I would highly recommend Sam".  (LM,  Couples Counselling )  June 2010

"I went for counselling when I was relatively new to Sydney, I had very few friends, was away from my family, and had just had a very bad experience at work. As a result I was depressed and anxious, I really was at my lowest of lows.  Through counselling with Sam, and my determination, I eventually came out the other side. I always felt Sam genuinely cared for my well-being, and she encouraged me to keep pushing through. I am pleased to say I feel like I am a better, more fulfilled person now than before I got depressed, I have a zest for life and will always be very grateful for Sam's help in reaching this point." (Sarah, Individual Counselling)  March 2008