Julia Symons

Philosophy & Vision

I'm a caring and compassionate psychologist with many years of counselling experience. My focus is centred on creating a safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship, in which you can feel comfortable to express what you need to, including those things that may be difficult to say. From this foundation, I draw on a range of evidence based therapies to support you in working towards what you hope to achieve from counselling.

While I enjoy working with a diversity of people, I have a particular interest in helping women navigate the opportunities and complexities of midlife. This phase can bring significant change, often in many areas of our lives - physical health and well being, relationships, career, and even our sense of identity and purpose. While these experiences can feel overwhelming, they can also be fertile catalyst for developing a deeper connection with our authentic selves and creating a life more aligned with this.

Background

I have been registered as a psychologist since 1995, a profession I was drawn to through my passion for growth, change and helping people. Holding a deep belief in the capacity of everyone to develop to realise their potential, I value the opportunity to share in the process of creating meaningful and connected lives.

Throughout my psychology career, I have worked in a range of capacities in the government, not-for-profit and private sectors. This has encompassed extensive therapeutic engagement with individuals and families, as well as psychological assessment and behaviour support. In 2011 I returned to work in counselling, the area of psychological practice about which I am most passionate.

Services

Quality Provision

I have been registered as a psychologist for over three decades and throughout my career maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice has been the of the upmost importance. I am registered with AHPRA, the Psychology Board of Australia, am a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists, and engage in regular individual and peer supervision.

Therapy Approach

First and foremost, I believe we are all the experts on ourselves. Therefore my focus is on listening deeply, and striving to understand you without making assumptions about your experience or perspective. From this basis I draw on a range of therapeutic modalities support you in working towards what you are seeking from counselling, tailoring my approach to suit your individual needs.