Nicholas Pearce
Nicholas Michael Pearce
Phone
(03) 9328 2104
Mobile
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://northmelbourneparish.com/counseling

Professional Profile

Qualification(s)
Master of Science in Counselling
Registration Number
31660
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
Fr Nicholas Pearce was ordained to the priesthood at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Melbourne, in 2010. Since ordination, he has served in numerous parishes and ministries across Melbourne.
In 2020, Fr Nicholas completed a Master of Psychology at Divine Mercy University, a Catholic graduate university specialising in psychology and counselling. His research explored the use of positive psychological interventions in the prevention and treatment of problematic pornography use.
He subsequently undertook a Master of Clinical Mental Health Counselling at Divine Mercy University, completing his clinical placement with CatholicCare Victoria.
Fr Nicholas’ areas of interest include the intersection of faith and mental health, as well as supporting individuals experiencing addictive and other compulsive behaviours. He is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist – Candidate (CSAT-C) and works from a strengths-based, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) informed approach.
In 2025, Fr Nicholas commenced his PhD studies at the University of Notre Dame Australia, focusing on fostering positive mental health and wellbeing among Catholic clergy.
Individuals, couples, Catholic clergy, and religious seeking counselling, consultation, or confidential support are invited to submit an enquiry via the website. Fr Nicholas will respond personally to discuss next steps.
Practice opening hours
Issues I can help with
Addiction, Anxiety, Careers counselling, Communication issues, Conflict resolution, Depression, Existential or spiritual issues, Gambling or gaming, Grief and loss, Life transitions, Mental health issues, Posttraumatic stress disorder, Relationship issues, Sex and sexual issues, Stress, Trauma recovery
Type of therapy offered
Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Christian counselling, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Solution-focussed therapy

Practice addresses

Practice NamePractice AddressSuburbStatePostcode
Cor Counselling456 Dryburgh streetNorth MelbourneVIC3051