Rochelle Dawson

For 9 years I have been counselling individuals and families, both short and long term.

Beside counselling at Bridges Counselling, I work as a Student Wellbeing Co-ordinator at a local high school, working with parents, teachers and students. 

Areas of Specialisation

My speciality is individual counselling, women and teenagers. This includes working with:

• Abuse
• Adolescents
• Parent issues
• Anxiety and depression
• Eating disorders
• Grief and loss
• Relationship issues
• Self esteem issues
• Self harm
• Sexual abuse
• Teenagers
• Trauma (including PTSD)

For several years I have tutored and lectured for the Australian Institute of Family Counselling.

I have accepted a number of invitations to organise, lead and speak at a variety of community events on such topics as ‘Positive Self Esteem and Body Image’ and ‘Healthy Communication and Relationships’, ’Dealing with Grief’, ‘Stress Management’ and ‘Resilience’.

How I approach counselling and psychotherapy

I have had extensive counselling practice experience over the past 9 years gaining a great appreciation and knowledge of the pressures and stresses on individuals, including a range of mental health issues working with clients ranging from teenagers on. 

Over the past 9 years, I have become educated about a range of issues particularly affecting women today including bullying, relationships, communication skills, emotional regulation, trauma, grief, self esteem and body image issues that may later result in eating disorders, self injury and depression.  In practice, I have worked closely with colleagues in team settings and liaise with outside professionals such as local doctors, dieticians, psychologists and psychiatrists.

I like to encourage others to find their strengths and realise their potential. 

Clients will receive professional and competent service and be treated with respect. Confidentiality and privacy will be maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counselling and Family Therapy
• Advanced Diploma of Counselling
• BA, Dip Ed

Professional Standards

I receive on-going professional training each year and am supported by supervision on a regular basis to maintain my ethical and professional standards.

Fees

$90/hour. If there are financial difficulties, generous concessions may be offered when you ring our office.

Enquiries: 9683 1444

Ring us and we will recommend the best counsellor qualified and experienced for your situation.

Bridges Counselling is a team of professional counsellors and psychologists, specialising in 

• Relationship Counselling
• Family Therapy
• Personal Counselling
• Psychological Services

Bridges Counselling is located just 3 km from Parramatta, Carlingford and Northmead - and 6 km from Baulkham Hills, Merrylands and Ermington. See our Location map.