About Maggie
As a qualified and experienced counsellor based in Sydney, I am dedicated to helping you overcome limiting states such as anxiety, stress, and unhelpful behaviours that hinder your wellbeing and inspired living. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring each session to meet your specific needs. Together, we explore your concerns, clarify your goals, and develop practical strategies to support your movement forward.
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With a vast toolkit of holistic approaches, including hypnotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, I assist you with the pathways to create the positive changes you desire.
If you're ready to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life, contact me at 0493 755 260 to have a brief chat or to arrange a face-to-face or online session.
What inspired me to become a counsellor
From early childhood loss to a deep curiosity about personal growth, my own journey has shaped my unwavering passion for helping others overcome life's challenges and embrace their true potential.
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In 2001, I embarked on a path of studying counselling, eager to discover ways to overcome difficult life experiences and change limiting thought patterns that held me back. Over the years, I gained invaluable knowledge and skills, which I then had the privilege of sharing as a trainer for beginning counsellors at UnitingCare Counselling and Mediation. It was gratifying to witness how these skills empowered students not only in their professional pursuits but also in their personal relationships.
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In 2015, life presented me with a significant physical health diagnosis, which served as a wake-up call to the importance of self-care. During this time, I discovered firsthand the immense value of counselling techniques. I applied the very strategies I share with my clients to navigate the rollercoaster of thoughts and emotions that arose. Emerging from this experience, I felt profound gratitude for the awareness and personal growth I had achieved and the love I received from others and, most importantly, from myself.
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This journey has further fueled my dedication to helping individuals like you rise to meet life's challenges, navigate emotional ups and downs, and embrace personal growth. Together, we will explore your unique circumstances, uncover new perspectives, and develop practical strategies to empower you on your own path of healing and self-discovery.
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If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey, I invite you to reach out and schedule a session. Let's uncover the strength within you and embark on a path towards a more fulfilling life.
My love of learning
From a young age, I've carried a deep passion for personal growth and a thirst for knowledge. This passion has guided me throughout my journey, from my role as a dedicated primary school teacher to my work as a mental health trainer. Along the way, I have been inspired by the transformative power of empowering others to connect more deeply with their authentic selves.
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As a primary school teacher, I found tremendous joy in delivering lessons and workshops that nurtured and empowered my students across the years. More recently, my journey led me to deliver training to primary and secondary school staff, equipping them with the tools to notice, inquire, and plan for students experiencing distress, including anxiety, depression, and self-harm. It is an honor that I hold with utmost gratitude and humility. Offering children, young people, and adults alternative skills and insights that support them in navigating life's challenges is a responsibility I do not take for granted.
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Every day, I am reminded of the profound impact that personal growth and empowerment can have on individuals of all ages. It is my heartfelt belief that by connecting with our authentic selves and embracing our unique journeys, we can cultivate resilience, self-compassion, and a sense of purpose.
Here are some of my quals
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Master of Couselling
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Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy & Strategic Psychotherapy
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Diploma of Individual, Couple & Family Therapy
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Bachelor of Education
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Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Member of:
Australian Counselling Association - Member # 5291
Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia - Member # 28682