Online Counselling for Adults Experiencing Mental Health Issues
Compassionate, confidential counselling, so you can focus on healing and growth—wherever life takes you.
A helping space to be heard, understood, and empowered.
Meet the Counsellor
“You don't have to have everything figured out before reaching out.”
I'm Clarissa, a registered counsellor supporting adults experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions and other challenges that can make everyday life feel overwhelming.
I know personally how difficult severe anxiety can feel, and this experience has shaped the way I work with clients—with empathy, patience and without judgement.
My approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, while also drawing on evidence-based approaches and positive psychology to help you understand what's happening, build on your strengths and work towards meaningful change.
I prioritises person-centred, trauma-informed, empathetic care and measurable progress approach.
I hold qualifications of Master of Applied Positive Psychology at University of Melbourne, Master of Counselling at Monash University, and Bachelor of Psychology at James Cook University.
Counseling Services Designed for Your Well-Being
Currently, Clarissa only offers Telehealth individual counselling services for adults.
Here are the mental health issues or areas that she can assist you with:
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Panic
Relationship issues
Grief and loss
Career and workplace challenges
Life transitions
Cultural Issues
Behavioural issues
Mental Wellbeing
Positive Psychology - Strengths
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Individual Counselling Session fees (50 mins) are $170.
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You may be eligible for private health rebate if it is covered under your health cover. Please check your health insurance PDS for the applicable rebate structure.
Unfortunately, Medicare does not include counsellors under the rebate program at this stage. Therefore, the sessions are not eligible under the Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP).
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Clarissa is a registered provider for the following private health:
AIA
Bupa
CUA Health
Defence Health
Emergency Services Health
GMHBA
Phoenix Health
Police Health
St Lukes Health
Teachers Health
Westfund
Fees
Contact Us
If you have general inquiries, please submit them using the contact form on the left.
Your Questions, Answered
How do I book my sessions?
You can simply head to our online booking portal here.
Do I need a deposit?
A 50% deposit will be required to secure your appointment. This amount will be deducted from the final amount at the end of the completed session.
Are the counselling sessions eligible for medicare rebate? How about private health rebate?
Unfortunately, counselling sessions are not included in the Medicare rebate program at this stage. However, you may be eligible to claim rebate on your private health depending on your insurance cover. To get the most accurate information on how much you get back, please refer to your private health insurance PDS.
How do online sessions work?
Once you schedule an appointment, you’ll receive a link to the Telehealth platform via email. Simply click the link at your session time to meet with your counsellor in a confidential space.
How to reschedule if I can’t attend my appointment?
I understand that something can come up and you’re no longer be able to attend your appointment.
Please email me at hello@shemacounselling.com.au as soon as possible.
Late cancellation fee
Cancellations less than 24 hours before the appointment: The full session fee of $170 applies. As the $85 deposit has already been paid, the remaining $85 balance will be payable as the late cancellation fee.
Cancellations between 24–48 hours before the appointment: A 50% cancellation fee ($85) applies. As this amount is covered by the $85 deposit already paid, no additional payment will be required.