Sue Dean
Counsellor or psychotherapist (ACA, PACFA or CPCA). Let's work together towards the life you are looking for.
About
A person-centred therapist (Counsellor) I curate your sessions to fit you, your needs and goals. Neuro-affirming I work with you to notice and enhance how your body manages sensory input. I draw on neuroscience via the polyvagal theory. I assume your past experiences impact your present life and reality, and if you choose we may explore your history. We will consider how your thoughts, behaviours, and feelings impact your life.
* Neuro-affirming
* Strengths based
* Trauma-focused, sensitive and caring
* Somatic informed
* Attachment focused (Family & relationships)
* CBT; Mindfulness; ACT; Psychodynamic; Systemic; PVT; NVC; IFS/TIST
* Adolescents and Adults
* Counsellor since 2009
What a first session looks like
Firstly, let's help you settle in and gain an understanding of the process. I will ask you some questions: eg, Have you had counselling before? What's your understanding of confidentiality? And we talk about that. I will ask about what brings you to counselling; what you would like to be different at the end of the counselling process. I explain a little about how I work as your Counsellor.
In Sue's own words.
Works with
Approach
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Somatic approaches
- Family and relationship work
Qualifications
BA Counselling; Adv Dip Counselling & Family Therapy
Fees
$150 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.
Sue 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 Sue.
Membership
Member, ACA Level 4.
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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