Hello
Welcome to Holistic Therapy & Counselling
I am a Mental Health Clinician, accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Advanced Certified Tapping (EFT) practitioner,
providing therapy and psychological services in my private practices on the Sunshine Coast (Sunrise Beach & Gympie), QLD.
Approved Medicare Provider, which allows me to provide focused psychological interventions under
The Better Access Initiative and offer Medicare rebates to people in need of mental health services.
You find me in Gympie (Mondays) and Sunrise Beach (Tuesdays – Thursdays).
I see people in-person, via Telehealth (Video/Zoom) and home visits on request.
I offer walk and talk on the beach or the natural reserve (Noosa), and stone art therapy.
Fees and Services
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Standard session 50-60 min - $170
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Extended session 80-90min - $220 (recommended)
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Home visits available min 90min - $250 (within 30min drive range)
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WorkCove: as per WorCcover price guide. Referral from GP and WorkCover claim number needed
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National Disability and Insurance Scheme (NDIS): as per NDIS price guide
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Private Health Funds - contact your health fund and check your eligibility
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Open Arms Counselling Service: Free service for Veterans or their families, requires you to contact Open Arms who will assess your eligibility and complete their Intake process.
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Couple therapy - Please call 0468 466 445 to enquire
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Life Coaching - Please call 0468 466 445 to enquire
Medicare rebate ($82.30) is available with a valid Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
My Medicare provider numbers are for Sunrise Beach - 6229481T and Gympie - 6229483L.
Referrals can be sent to gun@holistictherapycounselling.com.au
Cancellations - Please provide 24 hours notice for a cancellation, otherwise, a cancellation fee of $50 may be applied
How to get a mental health care plan
Anyone experiencing stress or mental health difficulties can access a mental health care plan (MHCP).
The first step is to book an appointment with your doctor and ask for a mental health care plan.
With MHCP you can access 6 rebated sessions, with a possible further 4 sessions, with a maximum of 10 each calendar year.
You have the right to choose whom you want to see, so bring the Medicare provider number to your doctor.
If you don't know whom you want to see you can ask your doctor to recommend a clinician in your area.
You are welcome to contact me on 0468 466 445 if you have any questions.
Working together, you can expect....
To be treated with respect, kindness and patience.
Not to have to relive or share anything you do not want to.
Not be pushed or persuaded into something that you’re not ready for.
Be accepted to feel and think differently. My absolute attention and to feel safe.
If you've lost hope, I will have hope for you until you are ready – "There is always hope".
For me to facilitate the process rather than give advice or pretend to have the answers for you.
For you to take absolute responsibility for your health and wellbeing and the changes you want to see.
I believe you are the expert on yourself and the architect of your life!
You will experience a non-judgemental and person-centred approach that is trauma-informed and holistic.
A combination of therapeutic evidence-based interventions tailored to meet your individual needs and goals.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Conscious Breathing,
ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and Tapping - EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques).
Therapy approaches
Tapping/EFT is a self-applied stress reduction technique using elements of cognitive therapy, with physical stimulation of acupuncture points. It is a somatic body-based therapy technique that can be used for depression, anxiety, pain, phobia, stress, processing trauma, PTSD, insomnia, craving, emotional regulation and more.
For more information - Dr Peta Stapleton presents Tapping/EFT
ART is an evidence-based eye movement therapy developed from EMDR Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing by Laney Rosenzweig in 2008. Using a standardized protocol that is directive, incorporates elements of bodily sensation processing, gestalt therapy, and the use of metaphors. ART can be used for but not limited to PTSD, depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance abuse, and chronic pain.
For more information - The ART of Rapid Recovery TED Talk Laney Rosenzweig
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) is a therapy which combines mindfulness skills with the practice of self-acceptance. ACT focuses on accepting your thoughts and feelings and facing your problems head-on rather than avoiding your stressors. For more information - ACTMindfully Website
DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) is a modified version of CBT that includes the development of skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness and is often used in the treatment of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). For more information - DBT Website
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) is a form of talking therapy which can be used to treat people with a wide range of mental health problems. CBT is based on the idea that how we think (cognition), feel (emotion) and act (behavior) are connected and by changing the way you think, you can change the way you feel.
For further information on CBT - APA Website
Experience counts
Have over 10 years of experience in mental health. Worked interstate and in QLD/Sunshine Coast for several nonprofit organisations. After completing the Bachelor’s of Social Work, I successfully secured a permanent position with QLD Health in Gympie Mental Health and Addiction Services, supporting people with complex mental illnesses and substance use.
Moved on when the opportunity came to work for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and in remote communities.
Provided psychological interventions for people experiencing mental health distress, trauma and more.
About Me
Gun - When I introduce myself, it creates uncertainties, and then a smile.
I was born and raised in Sweden, but my heritage is Finnish.
Emigrated to Australia in 2008 with my husband and 2 children.
I am passionate about mental health and trauma-informed care.
I see myself as a facilitator, aiming to provide people with a positive experience within the therapeutic space, provide hope for change, and make a difference together where there are mental health difficulties, trauma, addiction, or just life struggles.
It is a privilege to work in mental health and gain people's trust.
I believe everybody has an inner wisdom of what they need to live a fulfilling life and maximize their potential.
Like so many people I have been affected by mental illness and suicide on a personal level,
hence, my passion for Mental Health and trauma.
This is H, he may at time join us for a session if you are seeing me in Sunrise Beach, if that is something you choose. H loves people, will help you feel safe and comfortable and he loves being cuddled!
Walk and Talk on the beach, and/or practice Mindful Walking with or without H offered on request.
My Education and Training
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ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), eye movement approach
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ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy) for depression, anxiety, and trauma
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Tapping - EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) level 1, 2, 3 (advanced) and trauma-focused
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Trauma Training – treating PTSD and complex PTSD
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TTT (trauma tapping technique)
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DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy)
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CBTe (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Enhanced)
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HOPE iN PRACTICE (HiP): FACILITATING THERAPEUTIC CHANGE
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Working with Complex Trauma: The Snow White Model
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Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention
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Dual diagnosis training
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Art-Based Therapeutic Activities for children and young people: Building resilience and mental health through creative expression
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Bachelor of Social Work (University of the Sunshine Coast)
“The tapping has been incredibly helpful, after many months I still use it as my go-to in stressful situations, and its really calmed me and put things in perspective"
Julia, 63yrs
Contact Us
Address
Sunrise Beach Therapy Room
23 Orealla Crescent, Sunrise Beach QLD 4567
Gympie Therapy Room
67 Channon Street, Gympie
QLD 4570
Contact
Mobile. 0468 466 445
Room Hours
Gympie
Mondays from 8:30am to late
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Sunrise
Beach
Tuesday from 9:00am to late
Wednesday from 9:00am to late
Thursday from 9:00am -12pm
Medicare provider numbers
Sunrise Beach - 6229481T
Gympie - 6229483L