Unconditional
Relationship therapy
Expectations
Being on the same page is vital to effective therapy.All expectations are negotiable.
I propose my defaults for us to accept or discuss.
The Form
So our first session will be focused from the beginning.
Protocols
Let's be on the same page regarding how we'll work together.
Non-hierarchal
I aim to empower you to overcome challenges autonomously, rather than fostering dependence on my support.We'll work collaboratively and avoid the trappings of expert-student power imbalances.Safe-space for disagreement
I could never know the full context of what you share with me, so I must make assumptions. If these might be mistaken, your expression of doubt/disagreement provides a powerful opportunity for calibration.To these ends, I have several requests for you:
Resist the urge to defer authority
Push back, whenever relevant
If any of these might be challenging for you. Let me know.
Questions/Feedback
Privacy Statement
Privacy is essential to an effective therapeutic relationship.
I am committed to handling your information responsibly and ensuring you provide informed consent for my practices. I am also open to adjusting this policy to meet your preferences.Default Privacy Policy:
Unless you request modifications, the following will apply:
Data Protection
I will never sell any data you provide.
Session Notes
I may take notes during our sessions to:
- Track important details while you share complex stories.
- Minimize the need to repeat information.
- Maintain a clear understanding of your journey across sessions.
These notes are de-identified, meaning they are not linked to your personal information (e.g., name, contact details).
Professional Development
I may share de-identified aspects of our sessions with supervisors, colleagues, or mentors to support my professional growth. This will always adhere to the Privacy Act 1988 and avoid any risk of identifying you.
Future Publications
If I consider including your story in a book or similar project, I will contact you for explicit approval beforehand.
Reassurance My commitment to confidentiality is unconditional; it holds regardless of the outcome from our sessions.
Please use the form below to confirm that you have read the Privacy Policy (above).By clicking 'Accept' without comments, I will assume you have no questions and will not address it during our call.If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to add them in the comment section or bring them up at any point during our sessions.
Confirmation
Payment options
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BSB: 063111
ACC: 11125920
Define: Pay on results
You pay what you want, when you're satisfied.This is built on mutual trust and the belief that people value services fairly when given the choice.The process is:
You share what results you seek + specify bounty if achieved.
We work together intensively & you apply learnings in your relationship(s).
Pay when you feel satisfied — no results, no charge.
This aligns our incentives in stark contrast with typical 'pay-by-the-hour' relationship therapy. If I'm not confident we can solve your relationship problem, I'll swiftly refer you. I won't waste your time/money.Your financial contribution will never affect the quality of care or my commitment to ss(confidentiality)mm(as outlined in my privacy statement)ee and respect for your journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
If they share your enthusiasm for working through what you’re finding challenging, then their presence can be really helpful.
However if schedules or willingness complicate things, then we can still be incredibly productive individually (in fact, I recommend calling solo for the first session!).
We’ll discuss strategies that will help create the space for reconnection and growth regardless of where you’re each starting from.
If unsure, book a free enquiry call.
Prepare a setting where you can relax and talk freely.
For many people that’s in the comfort of their home, for others, it’s out on a stroll in nature (perhaps a bit less private, but that’s up to you).Allow some time afterwards to quietly reflect on what we’ve discussed.
There are 2 main reasons:
Connection
Helpline policy discourages personal connections. So when a caller would say “I’d like to check in with you after I try what we’ve discussed”, we’re pushed to encourage them to accept that their next call will likely be with someone else. It’s still an incredible service. Sometimes a one-off call for a quick-fix is enough. However while I appreciate the requirements of that business model, it’s more impersonal than I’d like. I want to offer a deeper, more stable connection which caters to broader needs of clients and feels more fulfilling for me.
Flexibility
I want to work my own hours. Although in the short-term I’ve opened my calendar up, I intend to limit availability when I have a better gauge of demand
A therapeutic relationship is one that enables authentic expression.
Ideally, all relationships can be therapeutic. In reality, this is rarely the case.
The social pressure to maintain particular identities results in performance which stifles authenticity.
A therapist is a person whose role is to facilitate authenticity and to reflect with empathy and insight.
Confidentiality means you can freely express yourself without the fear of gossip that’s inherent in traditional relationships. You have the space to think out loud, and to receive insight from a nonjudgemental mind that is on your team.
When you book an appointment with me, it’s dedicated time where we work together toward your goals.
Yes, but not typically for the first session. For subsequent sessions, I'm happy to arrange face-to-face. I strongly encourage this for couples/groups.