Sam Young
Counsellor or psychotherapist (ACA, PACFA or CPCA). Counselling for life’s challenges, personal growth and finding your way forward.
About
I'm a PACFA Certified Practising Counsellor with a Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours).
I've worked in public mental health, and private practice supporting adults navigating emotional distress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions and other challenges affecting their wellbeing.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate and practical. I draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people better understand their experiences, develop psychological flexibility and move towards what matters to them.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults. I bring both lived experience of ADHD and recent professional development specialist training in ACT for ADHD with Russ Harris. I understand the importance of working with each person's individual strengths, needs and circumstances rather than assuming there's one right way to think, feel or function.
I aim to provide a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore challenges, build self-understanding and make meaningful changes at their own pace.
What a first session looks like
Our first session is an opportunity to get to know each other and explore what has brought you to counselling. We'll talk about what's happening in your life, what you'd like support with, and what you hope might change.
I'll explain how I work, including confidentiality, and you'll have plenty of space to ask questions.
There's no pressure to share everything straight away or arrive knowing exactly what you need. We'll work together to find a direction and pace that feels right for you.
In Sam's own words.
Works with
Approach
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Coaching
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Somatic approaches
- Family and relationship work
Qualifications
MCOUNS&PSYCHTH, BPsych (hons)
Fees
$185 a session, set by the practitioner. No GP plan needed. Not Medicare rebatable.
Where and how
Video sessions (telehealth) for clients anywhere in Australia.
Taking new clients.
Sam offers a 15 minute fit call before the first session, so you can check the fit.
We introduce you and you agree a first session time with Sam.
Membership
Member, PACFA (Certified Practising).
Membership checked by Inner Help on 04/11/2026 and re-checked yearly. This confirms the membership; it is not an assessment of the quality of care.
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