HOPE & HEALING THROUGH GENERAL COUNSELLING IN WAGGA WAGGA

PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING TO HELP YOU NAVIGATE LIFE’S UPS & DOWNS

Life can bring challenges that catch us by surprise, leaving us feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or disconnected. At Hope and Resilience Counselling in Wagga Wagga, I provide a safe, non-judgemental, and compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Together, we identify your strengths, rebuild resilience, and create a pathway towards hope and positive change.

General counselling supports both crisis and proactive mental health care, helping you gain clarity, strengthen coping strategies, and maintain emotional and psychological balance.

NAVIGATING ANXIETY & CULTIVATING CALM

Anxiety can surface when facing new challenges, whether it’s a career change, public speaking, or personal health concerns. Physical symptoms such as a racing heartbeat, sweaty palms, and scattered thoughts often accompany emotional stress, leaving you feeling irritable, reactive, and uncertain. Chronic anxiety can impact both mental and physical health.

In counselling sessions, we focus on slowing down, staying present, and practising techniques to calm the body and mind. Together, we identify your strengths, challenge fears, and nurture confidence, turning anxiety into an opportunity for growth and empowerment.

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NAVIGATING BEYOND THE DEPTHS OF DESPAIR (DEPRESSION)

Depression is more than sadness—it can affect energy, sleep, appetite, concentration, self-esteem, and daily functioning. It may be influenced by biological, psychological, or social factors.

At Hope and Resilience Counselling, I provide a safe space to explore depression, identify root causes, and develop personalised strategies. Approaches include talk therapy, lifestyle adjustments, CBT, and medication guidance when appropriate. My goal is to empower you to regain control, rediscover interests, and restore hope for the future.

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SELF-ESTEEM ISSUES

Low self-esteem can influence every aspect of life, from relationships to career decisions. Feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and fear of failure can limit your potential.

Through counselling, we explore the origins of low self-esteem, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and rebuild confidence. You’ll learn to recognise your inherent strengths, set boundaries, and approach life with self-assurance.

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UNDERSTANDING & NAVIGATING ANGER CONSTRUCTIVELY

Anger is a natural emotion that can be constructive when managed effectively. It often arises in response to stress, injustice, or threats. Unmanaged anger can damage relationships and well-being, but with support, it can become a force for positive change.

Using CBT, EMDR/EMIT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), I guide clients in understanding their anger, expressing it constructively, and creating healthier emotional responses.

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GUIDING YOU THROUGH GRIEF & LOSS

Grief is a natural response to loss, whether from death, life changes, relationships, or career transitions. Many losses are disenfranchised—unrecognised by others—but deeply impactful.

I provide compassionate guidance to explore emotions, find meaning, and adapt to a new reality while preserving connection and memories. Grief counselling is about living meaningfully after loss, not “moving on”.

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CHRISTIAN PASTORAL COUNSELLING

For clients seeking faith-based support, I offer Christian pastoral counselling. This approach combines counselling techniques with spiritual guidance to foster healing, hope, and growth aligned with your values.

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THERAPIES & TREATMENTS

I provide a variety of evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs, helping clients manage mental health challenges, trauma, and life transitions.

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MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLING FOR NDIS PARTICIPANTS

I provide specialised counselling for NDIS participants, focusing on empowerment, resilience, self-care, and communication skills. Sessions support participants in navigating challenges and achieving personal growth within the NDIS framework.

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TAKE THE NEXT STEP TODAY

Call John at 0423 385 761 or email john@hopeandresilience.com.au to start your journey towards resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being.

Looking for personal growth and emotional balance? Call 0423 385 761 to arrange a counselling session today.