ABOUT IN BLOOM HOLISTIC COUNSELLING

My journey to counselling started a few years ago. I initially completed a Diploma of Counselling and attended university to gain a Bachelor of Counselling. University gave me the professional skills to assist people in practical ways, using psychology-based theory and evidence-based therapy modalities. I also bring to my practice many years of personal life experience, which provides a deeper, more personal level of understanding, which I believe further enriches my counselling skills. The holistic side encompasses you, your relationships, and your community with the belief that the parts of something are intimately interconnected and explicable only by reference to the whole. We all experience life in our own unique way, and so I strive to make your sessions with me a collaborative and tailored experience that works best for you. You are the expert of your own life and I am there to support you along the way.

HOW CAN I HELP?

MY APPROACH

I work as an integrative therapist which means I use varying techniques and modalities depending on how you present to me on the day and what will provide the appropriate outcome. My counselling methods draw from aspects of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution focused, and Narrative therapy to mention a few. I am a registered therapist with ACA, and am dedicated to ongoing professional development. Should you come to me with issues more complex or outside of my specialisation I will always let you know, to ensure you get the most suitable support that you need.

GENERAL COUNSELLING

Life can be a series of turns and twists and that can make you experience feeling overwhelmed, create relationship struggles, incite anxiety, or mood issues. You may have a cluster of challenges and don't know where to start to climb back to feeling good. Wherever you are on your journey I can work with you to identify what is causing you to think, feel and act in maladaptive ways and create practical life skills to help you move forward that are tailored specifically to you.

SELF DISCOVERY

Life is full of changes and some of them provide greater challenges than others. Counselling can help you navigate these challenges including to re-identify with yourself, reflect on where you have come from and potentially, where you want to go. This self exploration may assist you in deciding on a career transition, deciding to study, and improving or ending a relationship.

Counsellor

Accreditation

Counselling is my passion, being able to be there as a source of support to those who are in need. We all have inner strength and sometimes it just takes someone to shine a torch on you for you to see your inner qualities. My qualifications are at the University level. I have volunteered as a counsellor for a local organisation and currently work full-time in a psychology clinic when I am not seeing clients in my private practice after hours. I am registered with the Australian Counselling Association.

I look forward to meeting you in session.

Kindly

Maureen Karsten

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Accreditation

I have reached Level 2 as a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

What does this mean I hear you ask?

To reach this level you need to show evidence of earning criteria. In my instance, I completed a degree in Counselling. Previously I completed a Diploma in Counselling.

It means that you can rest assured that you are in th

I have reached Level 2 as a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

What does this mean I hear you ask?

To reach this level you need to show evidence of earning criteria. In my instance, I completed a degree in Counselling. Previously I completed a Diploma in Counselling.

It means that you can rest assured that you are in the hands of an ethical and professional mental health practitioner.

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Associations

Accreditation

Associations

Members of the ACA are required to uphold ethical and professional standards as mental health therapists.

ACA has a strict code of ethics its members must abide by a code that supports best practice.

It means that you are booking a Counsellor who is required to do a minimum set of hours annually towards ongoing professional development (OP

Members of the ACA are required to uphold ethical and professional standards as mental health therapists.

ACA has a strict code of ethics its members must abide by a code that supports best practice.

It means that you are booking a Counsellor who is required to do a minimum set of hours annually towards ongoing professional development (OPD). This means that I am always growing and learning to be the best practitioner for you.

As a member of the ACA, I am required to complete minimum hours of supervision by a qualified mental health professional. This means that I can offer you my best self at all times.

Feel reassured that I provide a warm, non-judgemental, confidential, safe and nurturing therapy space.

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