Counselling, EMDR, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Supervision
Goodlake Counselling and Hypnotherapy
As an experienced Clinical Counsellor I can provide personalised help to navigate life’s challenges.
✓ACA Registered Counsellor
✓ EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner
✓ Professional Member AHA
✓ ACA Registered Supervisor
“Let’s find time to chat. Email, text or call me and we’ll arrange a convenient time to talk further.”
Call or text Derek on 0430 045 800 or email derek@goodlakecounselling.com.
Make Change Happen!
“My success is you no longer needing my services.”
Aims for Therapy
Derek works to empower clients to take back control, and get on with living. He focuses on the whole person not just a set of symptoms. He brings a wide range of expertise and uses what is appropriate for the you, rather than using a standard “fits all” approach.
He will help you address the underlying cause of your symptoms. For example anxiety can be caused by a variety of causes, past trauma, grief, work or relationship issues among others. Sometimes, CBT is the best therapy, sometimes EMDR, sometimes Hypnotherapy.
Location
His counselling rooms are at 254 Bay Road, Sandringham, VIC 3191. He covers Bayside and the surrounding area, such as Moorabbin, Hampton, Cheltenham, Beaumaris, Mentone and Mordialloc.
Explore Therapeutic Services Provided
Counselling
Counselling can help you resolve many of life problems, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief and loss, work and relationship issues.
It can help you make life decisions and navigate life changes.
As an integrative counsellor Derek will use whatever of the counselling modalities are appropriate for you. Sometimes talking therapies work best, sometimes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or a mixed approach.
EMDR
Derek is an EMDRAA Accredited EMDR Practitioner. EMDR is recognised as effective for simple to complex PTSD and childhood traumas, by agencies such as the Australian Psychology Society and the UK National Health Service.
EMDR also works with other issues such as phobias, unresolved grief and loss.
EMDR is not talking or exposure therapy. You don’t need to go into the detail of your trauma. Many experts believe this can re-traumatise you or even make things worse.
Hypnotherapy
Clinical Hypnotherapy can be effective on its own, as part of working with complex issues or complementing other therapies.
Derek can use hypnotherapy for smoking cessation, anxiety, phobias, fear of public speaking, insomnia and much more.
Clinical Hypnotherapy is not stage hypnotism. It’s a deeply relaxed state where you can make the changes you wish. You are always in control and able to wake at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to book a counseling session?
Call or text Derek on 0430 045 800 or email derek@goodlakecounselling.com.
Is it possible to reschedule my session?
Absolutely! You may change your scheduled session up to 24 hrs before without incurring any additional fees.
Can I receive an invoice for my session?
An invoice or receipt is sent for all sessions.
How will I be billed for your services?
Payment at the end of the session by Credit Card or invoiced bank transfer. Derek is happy to charge the NDIS directly for the covenience of Plan Managed clients.
Can I use my Health Fund cover?
Derek is registered with Medibank and other health funds, although it depends on your level of cover. Some health funds may not cover you.
Is there disabled access?
Yes, ground floor rooms, ramp access and disabled toilet. Disabled parking is available plus on street parking.
Still have questions? Looking for answers and support?
“Let’s find time to chat. Email, text or call me and we’ll arrange a convenient time to talk further.”
Call or text Derek on 0430 045 800 or email derek@goodlakecounselling.com.