Change is possible
Do you feel fundamentally broken? Are you falling back into people pleasing or controlling behaviours, even though you really want to change them? Do you keep finding yourself in relationships with the same sorts of people or in the same type of dynamic?
About Therapy
Lasting change can be possible by being gently curious about what parts are bringing us back into our old patterns, and what beliefs or emotions those parts carry. With practice and insight, you can be aware which parts are driving your actions and compassionately make new choices.
Change can be hard and often we might be conflicted about the changes we want to make. Through a mix of gentle curiosity, parts work, experimentation and processing, we can better understand what might be behind some of the choices we make.
About the Therapist
Hi! My name is Richard. My approach to therapy is eclectic, which just means that I draw from a range of modalities and adapt to best fit you. I do find myself being most aligned to Gestalt therapy, largely due to it being a big part of my own recovery.
I work with people who are struggling with people pleasing or people controlling behaviours (they may identify as codependent), these same people have typically experienced chaotic families of origin. I have also worked with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, particularly people with chronic illness, people who trans or gender diverse, gay/queer, and people who are recovering from addiction.
I became a counsellor because I was inspired by the courage of the people I met in group therapy, and because the changes I experienced left me wanting to lead a life that reflected my values.
I became a counsellor because I was inspired by the courage of the people I met in group therapy, and because the changes I experienced left me wanting to lead a life that reflected my values.
Service
Depth Enquiry
Depth Enquiry is a EMDR-like technique to help you process stuck memories and beliefs. I offer this technique because it’s a process that I have experienced and found to be effective.
Processing is much like opening up a storage container. Initially you might be overwhelmed by everything that is in it, and it seems like a monumental task. However, by going through the contents, you will learn what was in the storage shed and organise what you have found. In this case, the contents of the storage shed are your memories, behaviours, emotions and the meanings you have attached to them. Depth Enquiry will give you the space to sort through it by using your own intelligence, awareness and insight.
People who have gone through this process are often surprised by the connections their mind has made. Others who are working through pre-memory parts may struggle to find language for their experience, but are surprised to find that they no longer feel stuck.
Training
Continuing professional development is an important part of any professional practice. Here is a snapshot of some of the ongoing professional development I have undertaken as well as my educational background.
- Bachelor of Arts (double major in gender studies and sociology)
- Masters of Counselling
- Domestic and Family Violence Response Training (DV-Alert)
- Depth Enquiry
- Prism LGBTIQA+ inclusivity training (Twenty10)
- Psychological Approach to Sex Therapy (Institute of Sexual Health Psychology)
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Populations I have worked with
Trans and gender diverse people (or questioning)
Gay/queer people
People who are recovering from addiction
People who experience chronic fatigue and/or chronic illness
People who are neurodivergent
People who are asexual or aromantic
People who are polyamorous
People with kinks or enjoy BDSM
Pricing & Cancellation Policy
Sliding Scale
If you are struggling financially, such as if you are a student, on Centrelink, or have a disability, you are welcome to request a sliding scale slot. No proof is required.
This is available online or in-person on Wangal land (Inner-West of Sydney NSW).
$70.00
Individual Standard Session
An hour long session.
This is available online or in-person on Wangal land (Inner-West of Sydney NSW).
$120.00
Individual Long Session
An hour and a half session.
This is available online or in-person on Wangal land (Inner-West of Sydney NSW).
$170.00
Cancellation Policy
Life happens, particularly if you experience chronic fatigue or chronic pain. If you need to cancel on the day of therapy, a cancellation only applies if we are unable to reschedule to the same week. If your appointment is on a Friday, then we can attempt to reschedule for Monday.
All effort will be made to reschedule with you.
The cancellation fee is the same price you would have paid for the session.
faq
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I claim a Medicare rebate?
Unfortunately, counsellors are not covered by Medicare.
What’s the difference between psychology and counselling?
Psychologists studied psychology (the science of the brain) in their undergraduate degree, and then chose to do their post-graduate degree in therapy.
Counsellors come from a wide variety of backgrounds but Registered Counsellors have done an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in counselling.
One is not inherently better than the other.
Do I need a referral to book in?
Not at all!
What if I am in a crisis?
Even if you become a client, this is not a crisis service. If you are in a crisis please contact Lifeline (13 11 14), Suicide Callback Service (1300 659 467), 13YARN (13 92 76), or QLife (1800 184 527).
Do you accept NDIS?
If you wish to use my services as part of your NDIS plan, please visit Sage Disability Support.
When the time feels right
Book in a free 15 minute consult
You can do so by emailing me on therapist@thresholdcounselling.space
Or
Book a session
Please email me on therapist@thresholdcounselling.space to schedule a session. If you would like to book an online session, you can do so by accessing this link.
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