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Helping others through challenging times
Hi, I’m Tara, a qualified counsellor based in Sydney.
My approach to counselling is warm, compassionate and person-centred. I draw on both professional training and lived experience to support each person with understanding, respect and without judgement.
My own experiences navigating some of life’s unexpected challenges have shaped the way I work as a counsellor. They have strengthened my understanding that every person’s circumstances are different and that there is no single way to cope, heal or move forward.
I work from a strength-based and holistic perspective, drawing on approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Rather than telling you what you should do, I work collaboratively with you to understand what matters to you, recognise your existing strengths and explore practical strategies that fit your individual circumstances.
My aim is to provide a safe, respectful and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported as you build greater self-awareness, develop practical tools and work towards meaningful change.
Qualifications & Experience
I am a qualified counsellor with a genuine passion for supporting people through life’s challenges. My work is grounded in empathy, respect and an understanding that each person brings their own experiences, strengths and needs to counselling.
I hold a Diploma of Counselling and a Certificate IV in Mental Health and am a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). I am also continuing my professional development through a Bachelor of Counselling, which I am completing between 2026 and 2027.
Alongside my counselling work, I am self-employed as a Mental Health and Disability Support Worker. In this role, I have supported adults and children with a diverse range of neurological, physical and psychosocial needs, including autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, anxiety, depression, trauma and complex mental health concerns. This experience has strengthened my ability to adapt my approach to the individual and work with patience, flexibility and understanding.
Creativity has also been an important part of my life for many years. As an artist and designer, I enjoy working across different creative mediums and value creativity as a form of expression, reflection and connection. This creative perspective also influences the way I approach counselling, allowing me to think flexibly and recognise that traditional conversation is not always the only way people make sense of their experiences.
Above all, I aim to work alongside you in a way that feels genuine, collaborative and suited to who you are as an individual.