

Counselling for Life Changes -
Sutherland Shire
Support for the moments that shift your world
Life doesn’t always move in straight lines. Sometimes it brings change we didn’t ask for. Other times, we choose a new direction - but it still feels unsettling, confusing, or heavier than expected. Whether you’re navigating something painful, something exciting, or a mix of both, counselling can offer a steady place to pause, make sense of what’s happening, and find your way through with clarity and compassion.
Life changes can show up in so many different ways, and you might recognise yourself in one of these:
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Break-ups, separation, and relationship changes
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Navigating difficult family or friendship dynamics
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Setting healthier boundaries
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Career stress, workplace issues, or job transitions
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Parenting changes and family shifts
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Moving house, relocating, or starting over
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Health changes - your own or a loved one’s
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Identity shifts or feeling unsure of who you are
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Any life transition that feels heavy, confusing, or unexpected
If any of these feel familiar, you’re in the right place.
What I Can Support You With
Break-Ups, Separation & Relationship Shifts
Even when a relationship ends for the “right” reasons, it can shake your sense of self. You might be grieving, second-guessing, adjusting to new routines, or feeling overwhelmed by practical and emotional changes. Together, we can explore what you’re feeling, rebuild stability, and support you as you step into the next phase of your life.
Setting Boundaries & Navigating Challenging Dynamics
Sometimes the “life change” is quieter - like deciding to speak up, say no, or change how you show up in relationships. This can bring relief and discomfort. Counselling can help you understand your needs, feel more confident in your boundaries, and respond to relational tensions with steadiness.
Career Stress, Job Changes & Workplace Transitions
Work can deeply impact our wellbeing. If you’re navigating burnout, uncertainty about your career direction, returning to work, redundancy, a difficult workplace, or stepping into a new role, we can explore the emotional side of these changes and support you to move forward with more balance.
Parenting Changes & Family Transitions
Life shifts dramatically through pregnancy, birth, adoption, co-parenting adjustments, children starting school, or kids growing older and needing you differently. If parenting feels overwhelming, confusing, or heavier than you expected, counselling can help you feel grounded and supported.
Moving House, Relocating or Starting Fresh Somewhere New
Even positive changes can bring up grief, identity shifts, loneliness, or anxiety. You might be rebuilding a sense of home, routine, or belonging. Together, we can make space for the mixed emotions that come with starting over.
Health Changes - Yours or a Loved One’s
Receiving a diagnosis, becoming a caregiver, or adjusting to physical or mental health changes can leave you feeling unsteady. Counselling offers a gentle space to talk through the emotional toll, grief, fear, or uncertainty these changes can bring.
Loss of Identity or Changes in Sense of Self
Sometimes the change happens inside. Maybe you’re not sure who you are anymore, or you feel disconnected from the parts of yourself you once knew well. Transitions - big or small - can stir up identity questions. Together, we can explore your inner landscape and gently weave together what feels true now.
Life Transitions You Didn’t Expect
Not all change fits neatly into categories. Maybe something has shifted in your life and you’re not quite sure how to talk about it yet. That’s okay. You’re welcome to bring whatever feels heavy, confusing, or complicated.
Support When You're Ready - Sutherland Shire & Australia-wide
Life changes - even the ones we choose - can stir up grief, uncertainty, fear, hope, relief, and everything in between. You don’t have to make sense of all of that alone. Counselling can offer a calm, steady space to pause, breathe, and find your footing as you move through whatever is shifting in your life.
I offer in-person counselling from my peaceful therapy room in Caringbah, Sutherland Shire, as well as Walk & Talk Therapy and online counselling for people across Australia - so you can choose the kind of support that feels right for you. If you’d like to talk things through or see whether this type of support might be a good fit, you’re welcome to book a free initial chat or reach out with any questions.





