Rachel Durrant
Counsellor or psychotherapist (ACA, PACFA or CPCA)
About
Hi, I’m Rachel. I’m a counsellor who offers a warm, practical and down-to-earth space for people navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, workplace challenges, relationships, neurodivergence and those times when life simply feels like a lot. I believe counselling should feel collaborative and human, not like you’re being analysed from across the room. My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed and strengths-based. I’m curious about what’s happening for you, what has shaped the way you respond to things, and importantly, what might actually help. Depending on what you need, our sessions might involve exploring patterns, building practical strategies, learning ways to manage overwhelming emotions, or simply having space to untangle everything without judgement. I particularly enjoy supporting people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, burnt out, different from those around them, or unsure how to move forward. I have a special interest in ADHD, Autism and neurodivergence, as well as workplace wellbeing, anxiety, emotional regulation, perfectionism, life transitions and relationship challenges. My style is conversational and collaborative. I won’t tell you how to live your life or assume that one approach works for everyone. Instead, we’ll work together to understand what matters to you and find strategies that fit your life, personality, and circumstances. Sometimes that means practical tools and things to try between sessions, and sometimes the most useful work is simply slowing things down enough to make sense of what is happening. I hold a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Bachelor of Psychological Science, and I am registered with both PACFA and the Australian Counselling Association. My experience includes counseling, crisis support, workplace mental health, perinatal mental health, and supporting people experiencing a wide range of psychosocial and life challenges. Outside of counselling, I’m a creative person and particularly enjoy watercolour painting, sketching and getting outdoors. I think curiosity is one of the most useful things we can bring to both counseling and life, and it’s something I try to bring into every conversation.
Works with
Approach
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
- Coaching
- Somatic approaches
Qualifications
MCouns&PsychTh, BPsychSc
Fees
$160 a session, set by the practitioner. No GP plan needed. Not Medicare rebatable.
Where and how
Video sessions (telehealth) for clients anywhere in Australia.
Not taking new clients right now.
We introduce you and you agree a first session time with Rachel.
Membership
Member, PACFA (Certified Practising).
Membership checked by Inner Help on 17/10/2026 and re-checked yearly. This confirms the membership; it is not an assessment of the quality of care.
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