William Fernandes
Registered Clinical Counsellor, Parramatta
Couples, Mental Health, Trauma
20+ years exp.
M Counselling, BTh, BA
William is a seasoned therapist specialising in couples therapy. With over 20 years of experience, he helps couples and individuals navigate life’s challenges, including stress, grief, and relationship difficulties. By addressing the impact of trauma, family background, and past experiences, he empowers clients to build resilience and find greater well-being.
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Couples Counselling
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Communication and conflict resolution
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Intimacy issues
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Affairs and betrayal
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Grief and loss
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Domestic & intimate partner violence
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Assertiveness and boundary setting
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Anger management
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Addictions
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Anxiety and depression
- Pre-marital counselling (Prepare-Enrich)
- Pastoral and ministry related counselling
- Workplace-related issues
- Separating couples under 2-year certificate
- Men’s issues
- Family of origin issues
- Time management
- Stress management
Professional Experience
William has extensive experience working with couples facing a wide range of challenges, from highly conflicted relationships to those who are deeply committed but struggle with issues such as communication and intimacy.
He has successfully guided couples through recovery from broken trust and abuse. Additionally, William has worked with perpetrators of domestic violence, helping them take responsibility for their actions.
He has also provided support to individuals who have experienced trauma, whether in childhood, adulthood, or within intimate relationships. His work with victims of neglect trauma and those with narcissistic partners has involved helping them establish healthy boundaries.
William is experienced in working with people from diverse ethnic backgrounds and understands the complexities they face in adapting to different cultures and navigating relationships with partners of different ethnicities.
Faith based Experience
William holds a Bachelor of Theology and serves in a leadership role within his church. He has engaged in overseas missions in developing countries and has facilitated support groups for men and women facing relational and personal challenges. Additionally, he has provided counseling to pastors and chaplains, addressing issues such as stress, work-life balance, and the unique challenges of ministry.
Counselling Style
- Client Centred
- Emotionally Focussed
- Non-directive counselling
- Psychodynamic
- Psychotherapy
Professional Memberships
- PACFA – Registered Clinical Counsellor
- CCAA – Registered Clinical Counsellor
