Charlene Tan
Ms Charlene Tan
Phone
Mobile
0428867676
Email
[email protected]
Website
charlenetancounselling.com.au

Professional Profile

Qualification(s)
Bachelor of Counselling
Registration Number
31685
Registration category
Clinical
Additional PACFA credentials

College of Counselling
Private health rebate/NDIS provider
Offers Private Health Fund Rebates
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 a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, I graduated with a Bachelor of Counselling in 2016 and I am a Registered Clinical Member of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia).
I am a mother of two and have a multicultural background, where I was born in the UK and have grown up in Singapore. I currently live in Australia with my husband and children.

My work is informed by contemporary Gestalt therapy with a somatic approach. This means we don’t just talk about what’s happening — we also pay attention to how it shows up in your body, your emotions, and in the present moment. Together, we begin to notice patterns, build awareness, and create space for new ways of responding to yourself and your life.

I have a particular interest in supporting people through life transitions, relationship challenges, family dynamics and conflicts, periods of feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected.

I have extensive experience working in the area of addiction, supporting individuals to gently explore the underlying patterns, emotional needs, and nervous system responses that sit beneath coping behaviours. I also work with partners, family members, and loved ones, helping them navigate the complexities of being in relationship with someone experiencing addiction.
Practice opening hours
Issues I can help with
Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Communication issues, Conflict resolution, Family or parenting, Gambling or gaming, Grief and loss, Relationship issues, Stress, Trauma recovery
Type of therapy offered
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Gestalt therapy, Person-centred counselling

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