About
Michele is the director of Inner Solutions Counselling and an accredited Mental Health Social Worker. Michele draws from many years of experience providing emotional and practical support to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She will work with you to establish your goals and work through issues that are impacting your well-being.
Michele has lived on the Sunshine Coast for the past 29 years. Mother of three and grandmother to five children. She likes to swim, read, walk her dog, and spend time with family.
Michele works from a trauma informed, feminist, client-centred, strengths-based, approach whilst utilising a range of evidence-based therapies including;
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solutions Focused
- Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) or Tapping and focused psychological strategies to work with you collaboratively to establish your goals and work through issues that are affecting your well-being.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSWK),
- Master of Mental Health Practice (MMHPrac),
- Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW)
- Michele is a registered 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Facilitator and a Circle of Security Parent Facilitator.
Services
Individuals and families referred to Michele can claim a Medicare rebate if they have a Mental Health Care Plan referral from their GP. WorkCover QLD, DVA, insurance-related referrals, NDIS clients welcome. Online video conferencing/telehealth consultations are available – Reduced fees and bulk billing available for concession card holders and students.
Children & Adolescent Counselling
Work with children from 6 years and adolescents who are experiencing:
- Emotional problems such as anxiety and/or depression which may include disturbances of eating, sleeping, or thoughts, including self-harming behaviour.
- Behavioural problems which cause disruption to family and interpersonal relationships
- Obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviour
Adult Counselling
Work with adults who are experiencing:
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- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Diagnosed with, or suspect you have a mental health disorder
- Self-esteem issues
- Behavioural issues
- Substance misuse
- Feel socially isolated
- Family conflict
- Relationship breakdown
- Trauma – complex/PTSD
- Anger management
Couples & Family Counselling
Work with families who are experiencing:
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- Family conflict/violence
- Parenting issues
- Attachment issues
- Couples experiencing relationship issues
Professional Supervision
Professional Supervision available for workers in the social services industry. Membership to professional Associations often require a certain number of Supervision hours annually to meet the requirements of the professional registration.
Professional Supervision for workers in the domestic and family violence sector. Michele has over 15 years’ experience working in the domestic and family violence field. Providing support to victims/survivors of domestic violence and their children. Knowledge and in-depth understanding of domestic and family violence dynamics has been gained through providing counselling, court support, crisis intervention and carrying out screening and risk assessments. Michele has experience in providing training, professional development and consultations where domestic and family violence has been identified. She is trained in the Duluth Model and Safe and Together Model.
Supervision sessions can be tailored to suit the individual or their organisation with afterhours available, including Saturdays.
Contact
Appointments can be made by calling 0431 498 881, or emailing admin@innersolutionscounselling.com.au
Can I cancel my appointment?
You may cancel (or reschedule) your appointment at any time. However, cancellations within 24 hours of the appointment will incur a fee of $50.00.
Treatment duration and frequency:
The duration of treatment depends on many factors including your goals and presenting concerns. Consultations last for 50 minutes and will typically be scheduled on a weekly or fortnightly basis for an initial six consultations.