Neil Smith
Mr Neil Smith
Phone
0415059171
Mobile
Email
[email protected]
Website
www.cottagecounselling.org.au

Professional Profile

Qualification(s)
-Graduate Diploma of Counselling -Master of Counselling
Registration Number
28812
Registration category
Certified Practising
Additional PACFA credentials

College of Counselling
Offers telehealth
Yes

* Certified Practicing PACFA members have studied at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above, with a minimum of 400 hours instruction in counselling or psychotherapy subjects, plus have a minimum of 40 hours client contact, and 10 hours of supervision.

Clinical PACFA members have met the education standards above and have accrued a minimum of 750 client contact hours, including 75 hours of supervision.

About me

My practice
I am based on the Northern Beaches, Sydney and available remotely online.
I have a genuine, compassionate and empathetic nature and understanding of life experiences, with a passion in connecting and supporting others, alongside building awareness in Mental Health and Wellbeing, to encourage others in taking that next step in seeking support.

I naturally build rapport with a diverse range of people whilst holding an empathetic awareness, curiosity, flexibility, and tenacity in all that I do. I have an inherent person-centered approach in both individual and group therapy, and continuously witness the benefits of Acceptance Commitment Therapy. I incorporate an integrative, eclectic mix of expressive, behavioral, cognitive-informed, evidence-based theories and modalities to suit a client’s individual needs.

I strive to achieve positive therapeutic alliances with all of my clients along with providing a safe, empathetic, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to explore you, and your life. To journey alongside you whilst empowering and equipping you to explore, process and work through personal concerns, challenges and mental health issues.
Practice opening hours
Issues I can help with
Gender Identity and Intersex issues (undefined), Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Careers counselling, Childhood or adolescent issues, Chronic pain or illness, Communication issues, Conflict resolution, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability support, Eating disorders, Existential or spiritual issues, Family or parenting, Gambling or gaming, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health issues, Migrant issues, Postnatal depression, Posttraumatic stress disorder, Relationship issues, School counselling, Sex and sexual issues, Social skills, Stress, Transgender (undefined), Trauma recovery, Violence
Type of therapy offered
Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Christian counselling, Cognitive therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness-based therapies, Motivational interviewing, Narrative therapy, Person-centred counselling, Play Therapy, Psycho-education, Somatic psychotherapy

Practice addresses

Practice NamePractice AddressSuburbStatePostcode
N Smith CounsellingManlyManlyNSW2095
Oxford Falls Grammar School, Senior School Counsellor1078 Oxford Falls RoadOxford FallsNSW2100