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Counselling Services
About Roslyn Saunders
Roslyn is a professional counsellor trained to support individuals in Australia on their journey towards mental health and wellbeing.
Whether you are struggling with:
- trauma
- grief
- relationship issues
- depression
- addiction
- codependency or
- psychosocial issues
Roslyn can help. Roslyn is a qualified counsellor who is well-equipped to support you on your path to healing and recovery.
Her unique blend of professional training and personal experience makes her a compassionate, well rounded counsellor who is dedicated to helping individuals transform their lives and achieve lasting change. Roslyn is a also a practicing recovery coach.
With over 10 years of experience working with clients, Roslyn brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her counselling practice. What sets her apart is her personal connection to the challenges of trauma, grief, addiction, depression and relationship issues.
Throughout her life, she has confronted addiction within her primary family and has had to navigate the trauma, grief and depression associated with drug, alcohol and relationship addictions in herself and adult children. This firsthand lived experience has provided Roslyn with invaluable insights and wisdom to address mental health issues within herself, which she now utilises to help others.
Drawing from her lifetime of experiences, Roslyn has developed a comprehensive “daily deliberate action plan” and has built a strong support network to navigate the challenging path to recovery. Through her own journey, she has gained the tools and strategies necessary to empower and inspire others who are on their own recovery journey. Roslyn approaches her work with empathy, guidance, motivation, and direction, providing her clients with the resources and support they need to overcome mental health challenges and regain control of their lives.
Qualifications
Roslyn holds a Diploma of Counseling and is a Master Certified Neuro-linguistic Programming Practitioner (NLP). She is a professional member of the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT). Roslyn is both a qualified counsellor and coach.
Her expertise in emotional recovery has been further honed through coaching services offered to individuals with high needs.
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Counselling with Roslyn
Counsellors like Roslyn, play a crucial role in providing emotional support and guidance to individuals who are facing various challenges in their lives. She creates a safe and non-judgmental space for her clients, where they can freely express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns without fear of being criticised or misunderstood.
By actively listening and empathetically responding to her clients’ experiences, Roslyn helps her client’s gain insight into their problems.
In addition to offering support and understanding, counsellors like Roslyn also assist clients in developing coping strategies that can facilitate positive changes in their lives. Through meaningful conversations and therapeutic techniques, she helps individuals identify the root causes of their issues and explore different ways of dealing with them.
Roslyn provides:
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Emotional support and guidance
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Creates a safe and non-judgmental space for her clients
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Listens attentively and empathetically
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Helps clients gain insight into their problems
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Assists in developing coping strategies and facilitates positive changes
Discover effective coping strategies and empower yourself to make positive changes in your life with the support and guidance of Roslyn.
Roslyn also specialises in assisting people in recovering from addictive behaviours such as:
- drinking alcohol
- using drugs
- gambling
- sex
- shopping
- food
- relationships
- codependency
- other addictions
Counselling sessions are tailored to each individual and consist of guided conversations that explore your thoughts and feelings surrounding your struggles in order to build resilience.
Ultimately, the goal is to equip you with strategies so that you can tackle any challenges.
Overcome and manage mental health issues with Roslyn
The road to recovery is often a bumpy one. But, with an experienced counsellor by your side, the journey can be smoother and more successful. Working with a counsellor like Roslyn Saunders you will discover numerous benefits that will help you overcome or better manage mental health issues such as grief, depression, relationship challenges, addictions and more.
Firstly, Roslyn is someone who listens attentively to your story and provides non-judgmental support to allow you to feel safe and accepted – this helps create a foundation on which further progress can be made.
Secondly, knowing that somebody understands exactly what it’s like to go through the struggle of depression, trauma, grief, addictions and relationship issues. This can provide immense motivation to stay strong during difficult times. Roslyn has a lifetime of lived experienced.
Thirdly, getting personalised guidance from a trained counselling professional like Roslyn means that there are no generic solutions being prescribed; instead, her services are tailored based on individual needs.
Finally, having regular check-ins provides support when it is most needed to help build emotional scaffolding. It is critical not to slip into a deep state of grief, depression or anxiety which may become life threatening. Regular check-ins provides the support needed to feel emotionally supported so as not to slip back into old thinking habits or relapse.
Locations
Roslyn Saunders is located in Brisbane Australia counselling individuals ONLINE serving clients nationally across all Australian states, NSW, NT, ACT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC and WA. Including Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, Darwin, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Perth.
Availability
Roslyn Saunders provides counselling to her clients during and after business hours, 7 days a week. Roslyn is flexible with appointment times and understands the demands of mental health. Make an after hours booking today.
Getting started
Roslyn Saunders, a counsellor based in Australia, offers online counselling sessions to her clients living anywhere in Australia. This includes Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth. Online counselling is done through video calls using Zoom. Before your scheduled appointment, Roslyn will provide you with a link that allows you to join a live video conference call from your phone, PC, laptop, or tablet. For those who prefer a phone call instead of a video call, alternative arrangements can be made to accommodate their preference.
- 1 hour weekly Zoom session for in-depth addiction coaching (4 sessions per month).
- 24/7 SMS access to Roslyn between sessions in a crisis situation with fast return phone call
- Homework each week, with detailed feedback provided, which serves as a second smaller coaching session and provides notes that you can refer to
- Available for you in a crisis to prevent spiraling
- Guidance on the next steps to take in challenging situations.
Roslyn is deeply committed to walking alongside her clients to help them recover in a manageable and sustainable way.
Roslyn’s primary objective throughout her counselling program is that you feel supported, most especially at the very early stages of engagement. At this time, your emotional state may resemble an open wound, and it is critical that extra tender care is taken. Roslyn will work with you to focus your emotional recovery efforts, understanding that this may be an hour-by-hour or day-by-day proposition. In the most serious of cases, Roslyn may even be working minute-by-minute with you.
Each of Roslyn’s packages provide for face-to-face sessions of one hour and frequent additional direct contact via a choice of phone, email or SMS.
Session duration
Roslyn Saunders counselling sessions are 60 minutes.
Taking the first step
Roslyn Saunders offers a free 20 minute discovery call to help determine if you feel you can work together. This will help to identify if you have the right connection and rapport to benefit from Roslyn’s counselling services.
Follow-up support
Roslyn provides support for those in need, offering many types of follow-up services.
Roslyn can provide ongoing guidance and advice during the process of recovery.
She may also offer resources such as referrals to other professionals or local programs that help with management techniques, coping strategies.
Roslyn will often check in periodically to make sure her clients are making progress and maintaining a manageable mental state. In some cases, she may even accompany clients to meetings or appointments so they have someone who understands them there for emotional support.
Roslyn Saunders is an experienced counsellor and recovery coach. Her counselling packages include follow up and ongoing support.
Who can benefit from Roslyn’s counselling services in Australia?
Individuals suffering from:
Depression:
Depression can have a profound impact on a person’s life, affecting their emotions, thoughts, and overall well-being. It is a challenging and complex condition that requires support and guidance to navigate through.
With the assistance of a skilled counsellor like Roslyn, individuals can embark on a journey towards recovery and rediscover joy in their lives once again.
Relationship breakups and breakdowns:
Relationships can be incredibly rewarding, but they also require work and effort to maintain. It’s not uncommon for couples to face challenges along the way, whether it’s communication issues, trust concerns, or a lack of intimacy.
In times like these, seeking the help of a relationship counsellor can provide invaluable support and guidance.
With Roslyn’s expertise and knowledge, she is able to provide insights into the dynamics of the relationship and offer practical strategies for resolving conflicts and strengthening emotional bonds. Whether you’re looking to address specific issues or simply enhance your connection with your partner, relationship counselling can be an invaluable resource in helping you achieve your goals.
Grief:
Grief counselling isn’t just about providing support, but about holding space for healing and guiding individuals through the complex process of mourning.
Roslyn’s understands the importance of self-care and recognises that individuals can’t effectively help others if they aren’t taking care of themselves.
Roslyn is sensitive to the impact of cultural and religious beliefs on the grieving process. She respects and honors these beliefs, recognising that they play a significant role in how individuals cope with loss.
Trauma:
Trauma has a profound impact on physical health, as it can manifest in various ways such as headaches, stomach issues, and chronic pain.
Trauma also affects mental well-being and can lead to anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Trauma counselling play a vital role in offering a safe space for individuals to express their emotions and process their traumatic experiences.
Roslyn can assist individuals in developing coping strategies, improving self-esteem, and rebuilding trust in themselves and others.
By addressing the emotional wounds caused by trauma, Roslyn can empower individuals to regain control over their lives and pave the way towards a brighter future.
Counselling alternatives in Australia
Alternative services could include:
- Group therapy depending on your specific needs.
- Self-help programs – embracing healthy habits such as exercise and meditation can provide you with a sense of control over your life and allow you to tackle difficult emotions in a positive way.
- Trained Psychologist
- 24/7 Crisis Support Call 13 11 14 (Australia wide)
Counselling Services:
- Grief
- Depression
- Trauma
- Relationships
- Addiction
- Codependency
- Psychosocial
Locations:
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
- Adelaide
- Sydney
- Perth
- ACT
