Before we are able to listen deeply to others, we need to learn how to listen deeply to ourselves
Aldo Civico
Therapy and Counselling in Hawthorne
Hawthorne has a quiet rhythm to it, leafy streets, river breezes, and a strong sense of community. It's a suburb that attracts families, professionals, and long-time locals who value a slower pace of life and a sense of connection. Yet even in the most peaceful places, life can feel overwhelming at times.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, or a significant life transition, therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and make sense of what is happening in your life.
I am Taf, a psychotherapist, EMDR therapist, and accredited social worker. My practice is located on Oxford Street in neighbouring Bulimba, just minutes from Hawthorne by car, ferry, bike, or foot.
I work with many people who come from Hawthorne and the surrounding suburbs. Some arrive after work, others between family commitments and some simply appreciate having a therapy space close to home. Whatever brings you here, you'll be met with warmth, curiosity, and a therapeutic approach that is relational, integrative, and trauma-informed.
Together, we explore not only the challenges that bring you to therapy, but also the experiences, relationships, and environments that have shaped the way you meet the world today and how you might find new ways of responding to life's challenges.
How I can support you:
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Individual Therapy & Counselling
Book nowAvailable for individuals aged 16 and over navigating mental health challenges and trauma. Whether you prefer face-to-face counselling, Telehealth (via video or phone), or outdoor ‘walk and talk’ sessions immersed in nature, support is offered in a setting that best suits your needs.
50-min session:
$180 inc. GST
75-min session:
$230 inc. GST
90-min session:
$260 inc. GST -
EMDR
Book nowEMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a specialised trauma treatment that offers targeted support to reduce the emotional impacts of trauma, PTSD, anxiety and more. Discover how EMDR can help you process traumatic memories, challenge negative beliefs, and replace those beliefs with more positive, adaptive ways of thinking and feeling. Available via face to face sessions or online video.
50-min Session:
$200 inc. GST
90-min Session:
$280 inc. GST -
Clinical Professional Supervision
For new graduate social workers, psychotherapist and counsellors seeking clinical supervision to strengthen both their client work and their own wellbeing. Here you'll have space to reflect on your practice, explore ethical dilemmas, and build on the quality of support you provide to clients while also caring for yourself as a practitioner.
50-min session:
$180 inc. GST
75-min session:
$230 inc. GST
For supervision bookings, please email directly at hello@therapywithtaf.com
Counselling in Hawthorne
People come to therapy for many different reasons. Some are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, or a significant life transition. Others are carrying the impact of past experiences that continue to affect how they feel, relate, and move through the world today.
I work with adults from Hawthorne, Bulimba, and across Brisbane experiencing:
• Anxiety, overwhelm, and chronic stress
• Trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma
• Depression, low mood, and burnout
• Grief, loss, and significant life transitions
• Relationship and attachment difficulties
• ADHD, autism, and neurodivergent experiences
• Workplace stress and psychological injury
• Identity, culture, belonging, and cross-cultural experiences
Sessions are available in person at my Oxford Street practice in Bulimba, just minutes from Hawthorne, online via Telehealth across Australia, or through walk-and-talk therapy in nature. Appointments are available in 50, 75, and 90-minute formats depending on your needs and the type of work we are doing together.
Here’s how we ease into things:
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Step 1: Free 15 mins Consultation
This is an opportunity for us to connect and get to know each other. We'll briefly discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore how I can support you. You can ask any questions, and I'll share how I work, and together, we can see if we're a good fit.
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Step 2: Initial Session
Our first session is where we begin building our therapeutic relationship. Together, we’ll explore what’s weighing on you - your concerns, wishes, or goals for therapy - while identifying patterns and gaining clarity on your experiences. You’re encouraged to share at your own pace. We’ll also discuss how I work, what to expect from therapy, and lay the foundation for our work together.
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Step 3: Collaborative Work
Therapy is a co-created experience. It isn’t something done to you, but something we shape together in real time. This often includes two interconnected processes:
Cognitive Analytical & Verbal work - developing a cognitive roadmap, making sense with words, reflecting, exploring, and learning new insights.
Somatic, Emotional & Embodied work - observing, feeling and being with what's happening, slowing down and working with the body’s intelligence, noticing sensations, posture, movement, and feelings. Together, these approaches bring mind and body into dialogue, developing a presence that creates space for deeper exploration, awareness, and integration.
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Step 4: Ongoing Sessions
Healing or change isn’t a one-time event: it’s a process that unfolds over time. In our ongoing sessions, old patterns or past feelings may resurface, sometimes bringing moments of discomfort, tension, or uncertainty. Together, we’ll approach these moments gently and at your pace, using them as opportunities to explore, experiment, and practice new ways of being. Through this process of repair, integration, and growth, we'll work to build resilience, develop new skills, and deepen your sense of self - creating changes that extend beyond the therapy room.
Frequently asked Questions
What happens in the first session?
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other. We’ll discuss what’s brought you to therapy and what you hope to get out of our work together. Sessions run for 50 minutes. You don’t need to prepare anything special for our first meeting, but if you have, that’s okay too. Just come as you are. There’s no pressure to share everything right away; you can go at your own pace. This is just the beginning of our work together.
I’ve never been to therapy before… what should I expect?
That’s completely okay! Therapy is simply a space for you to explore and untangle your thoughts, feelings, and experiences together in a way that feels safe, supportive and with no judgement. It’s completely normal to feel a bit nervous at first, many people do, but most find they start to relax as we talk. No pressure to share everything at once - we go at your pace.
Do you offer rebates or accept Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP)?
I don’t take Mental Health Care Plans or offer Medicare rebates. My practice is structured to provide ongoing therapy, without the restrictions or session limits that come with rebate schemes. This allows us to work together at a pace that feels right for you, without the pressure to fit progress or to "get it all done" within a set number of sessions.
As a registered psychotherapist, you don’t need a referral to work with me. Our sessions remain completely confidential and nothing is shared on your medical record. If you ever need a progress letter for your GP, we can discuss and arrange that together.
What are your fees and how long is each session?
Sessions will vary depending on each individual's needs.
My fees are:
For Individual Psychotherapy and Counselling:
50mins session - $180 inc. GST
75mins session - $230 inc. GST
90 mins session - $260 inc. GST
For EMDR:
50 mins session - $200 inc. GST
90mins session - $280 inc. GST
For Supervision:
50mins session - $180 inc. GST
75mins session - $230 inc. GST
What is your cancellation policy?
Sometimes life happens and plans need to change. If you cancel with more than 48 hours’ notice, there’s no fee. Cancellations made between 24–48 hours are charged at half the session fee, and those made with less than 24 hours’ notice (or missed sessions) are charged at the full fee.
How often should I come to therapy?
My intention is for us to build an ongoing relationship, which is why I recommend weekly or fortnightly face to face sessions to begin with. This consistency helps create trust, momentum, and space for meaningful change.
From there, we’ll find a rhythm that suits you, whether that’s continuing regularly, spacing sessions out, or pausing when it feels right. Some people come short-term to work on a specific challenge, while others stay longer to explore deeper patterns or trauma. It’s also completely normal to return to therapy at different points in life, during transitions, when new challenges arise, or simply when you’re ready to explore more.
What is your approach to therapy?
My work is trauma-informed, person-centred, and deeply relational.
I work collaboratively, shaping the process with you through curiosity and openness, and making space for both what feels difficult and what feels possible.
My approach is also empowering, I’ll support you to draw on your strengths, resilience, and capacity for growth, so you can experience new ways of relating to your challenges, to yourself, and to those around you.
How long will I be in therapy?
There’s no set timeline - everyone’s journey is different. Some people come in for a few sessions to work through a specific challenge, while others engage in longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns and personal growth. You always have choices - you can pause, stop, or change the frequency of sessions whenever you need.
Do you only provide counselling in Brisbane?
I offer in-person therapy in Brisbane and online therapy across Australia and internationally. No matter where you are, we can work together.
What issues do you not work with?
I do not work with clients who are in high-risk crisis situations or require intensive crisis intervention. If you are experiencing acute distress, suicidal thoughts, or require immediate support, I strongly encourage you to reach out to crisis services such as Lifeline (13 11 14), your GP, or a crisis mental health team in your area. Therapy with me is best suited for individuals looking for ongoing support, personal growth, and healing in a safe, structured space.
EMDR and trauma-informed care for Hawthorne residents
Therapy in Hawthorne
My practice is located on Oxford Street in Bulimba, just minutes from Hawthorne, making it easily accessible for people living in Hawthorne and the surrounding suburbs. With cafes, parks, public transport, and the CityCat ferry nearby, many clients find it easy to incorporate therapy into the rhythm of their day. I offer a warm, welcoming, and confidential space where you can slow down, reflect, and explore whatever is bringing you to therapy. Sessions are available in person, online via Telehealth, or through walk-and-talk therapy in nature.
Looking for a Therapist Near Hawthorne?
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, particularly if you are reaching out for the first time or returning after some time away. If you have been searching for a therapist near Hawthorne, counselling near Hawthorne, or therapy close to home, you're welcome to reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see whether working together feels like the right fit.
Book counselling in Hawthorne today
Whether you are a long-time Hawthorne local or new to the riverside east, you are welcome to reach out. Book your free 15-minute consult or email hello@therapywithtaf.com. Sessions are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm AEST. Sessions are available Monday to Friday at my Oxford Street practice in Bulimba, just a short distance from Hawthorne, or online via Telehealth across Australia.
Book your free consult today.
Book in a 15min catch up with me. This is an opportunity for us to connect, discuss what brings you to therapy, and explore how I can support you.