Welcome to 'Live Life Well Counselling'
APPOINTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE, NO WAIT LIST, NO GP REFERRAL REQUIRED
Thank you for visiting. I would love the opportunity to provide counselling to you. My passion is empowering individuals to live their lives well and fully. It is from this ethos and dreams of my own private practice that “Live Life Well Counselling” was born.
I am a registered counsellor offering compassionate care and support to individuals, couples, family members and care givers/carers in my home town of Ballarat and surrounds, who are experiencing distress from life changes and challenges. I am a Ballarat born and bred local who for the past 20 years has provided counselling, education and support to individuals and families in areas of Grief & Loss, Road Trauma, Palliative Care, Dementia Care, Family separation, Family Violence and Child and Family Services. I have a deep knowledge and connection to regional and rural issues and my work has taken me across Victoria and Australia wide.
It is also important to note that all counselling services are available Australia wide via Telehealth/telephone. No GP referral is required, although welcome and you do not require a mental health care plan. More information here re Mental Health Care Plans - Download - Reasons to think outside of (MHCP) Mental Health Care Plans for therapy.
I am also a registered counsellor for multiple private health care funds, the costs of counselling may be claimable through the following- BUPA,( ARHG) providers GMHBA, Emergency services health, Police Health Fund, Phoenix Health, Teachers Union Health, AIA & Westfund. Please check with your health insurance provider.
Counselling is for times when you just need someone to talk to. It is also for when you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, depressed, confused, exhausted, grieving or distressed, I can help you.
Take that next step and call me. My promise to you is that you will be supported, listened to and understood. You are not alone and you don't need to cope alone.
I pride myself on creating a safe, supportive and non judgmental counselling space for you to share, guide and explore the barriers that are preventing you from living life well. Counselling sessions are always individually tailored. We work at your pace, towards your goals, using multiple styles of counselling. All counselling services are person centred, practical, informative and supportive.
Our work together is relational - The therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor is a key part of any effective therapy. Beyond expertise and techniques, this bond of trust, care, honesty, and compassion, is essential to a successful outcome of counselling. I am committed to providing the highest level of care to all of my clients .
What does counselling do and how can it help me?
The aim of counselling is to relieve distress, improve coping abilities, raise awareness and understanding of oneself and others. Counselling increases a sense of wellbeing and autonomy and is helpful with processing strong emotions and feelings. Counselling sessions with Live Life Well Counselling will include psycho education, strategies, support, planning and referrals if required.
Download - Frequently asked questions FAQ
Download - Have you considered counselling as an alternative to (MHCP) Mental Health Care Plan?
Download - Reasons to think outside of (MHCP) Mental Health Care Plans for therapy
Download- Download - Common normal reactions to Grief and Loss
"Emotional wellbeing is essential for good health, when our mental health is strong we can thrive".
Client Testimonials -
"Thanks Kerri-Ann for your time. It was so good to be able to have a good discussion and open up about my situation. I now have a plan to help me moving forward" - BD
"I am feeling more positive now and very little upsets me like it did before counselling. I am happier within myself and thank you very much for all you have done for me" - SC
"A great thank you for your support. Meeting and talking to you has given me great insight and the tools to find a much brighter side. Always very much appreciated" - KB
Summary of the extensive counselling services available (see services page for more detail):
- Specialist Palliative Care Counsellor and End of Life Support
- Specialist in Dementia counselling
- Grief and Loss Specialist counselling
- Counselling Support for Carers
- Relationship Counselling
- Mental Health Counselling - Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm & Trauma
Appointments are available in face to face in Ballarat clinic, via telehealth (zoom) or telephone. Tuesdays - Fridays.
New Clients - Feel free to make and easy and quick booking online or call me directly to have a chat prior to booking a counselling session if this makes you more comfortable.
Couples, Family groups, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), NDIS self managed and fund managed participants, Consultancy & Group Education also available, please call or email directly.
FEES available here Appointments
Please visit my Services page for a complete overview of the counselling services I provide.
Sharing and understanding our emotions are important when we think that no one understands.
Take that step and reach out, it will make a difference and help you when you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed,lost or alone.
Do you need support as a Carer?
Caregivers care for someone with an illness, injury, or disability. Caregivers are spouses, parents, adult children or professionals. Caregiver stress is common and can impact your emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Specialist Dementia Counselling
If you have dementia, or you’re caring for someone living with dementia, it’s normal to experience a range of feelings. Specialist dementia counselling can assist individuals with the dementia diagnosis, partners, carers & family members.
Are You Grieving?
Grief is a natural response to loss. Loss of a loved one, family separation, pregnancy, pet, job, or way of life. Other experiences of loss may be due to illness, children leaving home, infertility, road trauma and separation from friends/family
Specialist Palliative Care Counselling
Specialist Palliative care counselling can help if you are experiencing strong emotions, depression or anxiety due to your diagnosis of a life limiting illness such as cancer, dementia etc. It can also assist your partner, family and friends.