COST & FAQ
1. What is boutique counselling?
I offer a boutique counselling service. I am the founder, owner and sole counsellor at Bee Yourself Counselling. Having a boutique practice means I specialise in niche services. I see a smaller number of clients, by choice, than most counsellors or psychologists. Counselling or hypnotherapy is about you, not about how many clients I can squeeze into a day. I believe I am able to provide more client-centered, holistic, compassion-focused, intuitive based therapy when I stay in line with these values.
As you may have worked out the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of counselling to me. If you don't feel comfortable or safe with me not much is going to happen! I could know all the theories in the world, and think I'm all that and a bit more, but it means absolutely nothing if I'm not genuine, down to earth, non-judgmental and relatable. I like to make sure we are getting into the nitty gritty of why you have come to see me so I can be curious and direct but in a respectful, gentle way. I am also easy-going and fun and see myself as a Guide, not an expert. I'm here to help you see yourself and your issues in a different light so you can decide which route is best for you.
2. How much is a session?
Please note: If you have an old business card or info brochure with a listed price of $85 or $95 I have updated my fees from November 2024. Fees are fixed and as below:
Counselling:
- A counselling session is $130 for 50 minutes.
Hypnotherapy:
- First session is 1.5 hours - includes counselling to define your goals and your first hypnotherapy session. Cost is $165.
- The following sessions are one hour. Cost is $145.
Something to think about: If you add up how much your favourite food, beverage or hobby amounts to, even in just one week, you may be surprised. Of course it's lovely to treat yourself. You may want to add counselling or hypnotherapy to your "treats list" as well.
3. Do you offer counselling via a Mental Health Care Plan, or offer Medicare or Private Health Rebates?
The simple answer is "No." Bee Yourself Counselling offers private counselling only. Rebates from Medicare or Private Health funds are not available. Bee Yourself Counselling does not see clients via Mental Health Care Plans.
4. Do I need a referral?
You don't need a referral. Just contact me via this website, email or phone.
5. What types of counselling do you offer?
- Pet Owners Grief Counselling: pre-euthanasia, post-euthanasia, pet illness, when your pet has passed away
- Grief and Loss Counselling (death of a loved one, loss around other issues)
- Self-esteem Counselling
- Hypnotherapy: smoking cessation, stress, burnout, relaxation, limiting beliefs, self-love, self-confidence, anxiety, healthy eating, grief and loss.
6. What ages do you provide counselling for?
I currently provide counselling for adults 18 and over.
7. How do I make an appointment or enquiry?
Click the white envelope in the red circle at the end of each page if you have a question or would like to check availability. You can also email me at: beeyourselfcounselling@yahoo.com
8. What hours do you work?
Monday: 9:30 - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 - 2:00 pm
Sunday: Closed
9. What modes of counselling do you offer?
I offer person to person counselling and hypnotherapy in Townsville. I will provide you with the details prior to our first session.
I offer phone counselling and online counselling and hypnotherapy
*Note: Times are Queensland, Australia time.
Qualifications: Diploma of Counselling (Institute of Applied Psychology), BA - Behavioural Science (James Cook University), Grad. Dip. Arts - Sociology (James Cook University), Diploma of Clinical Hypnosis and Applied Psychotherapy (Hypnotherapy Training College Australia)
Professional Registrations:
1. I am a registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
2. Golden Key Honours Society (by invitation only for academic performance)
I undertake regular Supervision and professional development which is a requirement to maintain membership with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
Bee Yourself Counselling is not a crisis service. If you are having suicidal thoughts, or thoughts of self-harm, please call 000 or contact Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467 to receive assistance.
ABN: 20355870391