SERVICES

Counselling with Sandra

I offer specialized counselling for women, teens and families— whether you prefer to meet face-to-face in Mount Barker or online across South Australia.

Each session is a space to slow down, reflect, and explore what's happening with kindness, understanding, and practical support.

To book a service, send me an email or make contact via the form on the 'contact' page. I also offer a free 15-minute phone consultation if you'd like to discuss whether counselling might be right for you.

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Counselling for Parents

Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online across South Australia

If you're struggling to connect with your teen, worried about their wellbeing, or feeling lost about how to help them, you're not alone. Parenting teenagers is genuinely hard, and most parents aren't given a roadmap for these years.

Sessions are collaborative and focused on your specific situation. My approach is non-judgmental and practical — together, we'll work out what's happening and what actually helps.

Many parents find that understanding their teen better and adjusting their own responses creates significant shifts in the family dynamic, even when the teen isn't directly involved in counselling.

60 minutes | $100 (incl GST)
Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online

Autism and Neurodiversity Support

Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online across South Australia

I offer specialized, neurodiversity-affirming counselling for autistic individuals (teenagers and adults).

My approach is strengths-based and affirming. Neurodivergence isn't something to fix — but the world isn't always designed for how you experience it. Together, we'll build understanding, confidence, and practical strategies that work for your unique brain and circumstances.

60 minutes | $100 (incl GST)
Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online

Counselling for Teens & Young Adults (Ages 13-20)

Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online across South Australia

Being a teenager can be overwhelming. Maybe things at home are tense, friendships are complicated, or you're struggling with anxiety, school pressure, or figuring out who you are. Maybe you just feel like nobody really gets what you're going through.

Sessions are confidential (with a few legal exceptions I'll explain), and we work at your pace. You're in control of what we talk about, and you can choose whether you prefer to meet online or face-to-face.

60 minutes | $100 (incl GST)
Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online

Counselling for women

Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online across South Australia

Whether you are navigating separation, grief, anxiety, depression, workplace challenges, or significant life transitions, I am here to support you. Together, we can develop a personalised plan to help ease the mental and emotional strain these experiences can create.

You may also be seeking a more fulfilling way of living. I can work with you to clarify your goals and create an achievable path toward the life you want.

60 minutes | $100 (incl GST)
Face-to-face in Mount Barker or online

NDIS Participants

I am an unregistered NDIS provider, which means I can work with self-managed and plan-managed participants.

If you're using NDIS funding, I can provide invoices that meet NDIS requirements and make the process straightforward for you. This is particularly relevant for neurodivergent teens and young adults accessing support under their NDIS plans.

Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to discuss how counselling can fit within your plan.

Medicare Mental Health Care Plans

At this time, Medicare Mental Health Care Plans do not provide rebates for counselling.

The good news is that you don’t need a referral or Mental Health Care Plan to see me. You can simply get in touch directly — send a message below or call to book an appointment.

If you already have a Mental Health Care Plan, you’re still very welcome to work with me. Here are some things to keep in mind:

  1. Affordable care – My fee is often similar to, or lower than, the out-of-pocket cost (gap fee) you may pay when seeing a psychologist under Medicare.

  2. Short wait times – I can usually offer an appointment within 2 weeks of your first contact.

  3. Ongoing support – Counselling with me isn’t capped at a set number of sessions, which means you can access continuous care at the pace that works for you.

 FAQs

  • It varies. Some people find a few sessions helpful, others benefit from longer-term support. We'll regularly check in about what's working and what you need.

  • Yes, with specific exceptions: if there's a risk of serious harm to the teen or someone else, or if there's abuse or neglect. I'll explain this clearly in our first session. Building trust means teens need to know what they share stays private.

  • That's very common. We can start with parent-only sessions to understand what's happening and develop strategies. Sometimes teens become willing to attend once they see changes at home. Other times, supporting the parent is enough to shift the family dynamic.

  • Counselling sessions are conducted via telehealth from the comfort of your home. You will be provided with a link to a video call. Alternatively we can meet face to face.

  • Pre-payment is required. When you book a session, instructions will be given to pay online.

    To ensure I can offer appointments to others who may be waiting, I kindly ask for 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur a 50% session fee.

  • The best way to find out is through a free 15-minute phone consultation. This gives us a chance to talk briefly about what's happening, and you can get a sense of my approach and whether we're a good fit.If after our chat you feel I'm not the right fit, that's completely okay. But if it feels like we could work well together, we can book your first full session and get started.