your wise counselling

HI I’m Marley your Counsellor, professional listener & guide.

I have worked within our Communities Aged, Disability and Mental Health Services Sector for the past 17 years.
I am interested in understanding the way of your thinking, and listening to your needs and wants, so I can support you in the exploration and discovery of your new life journey, with a new found motivation and passion.

My Story

I have been privileged to meet people from all walks of life who have added so much value to both my personal and professional development. I have worked within the Community Services and Mental Health Services Sector now for approximately 17 years. Over this time, I have met and supported people living in nursing homes who were at their end stage of life, people with differing abilities, and individuals that are confined within the Victorian prison system. I have also facilitated men’s behaviour change programs for both mandated and non-mandated members, supporting them to understand the differences between abusive and non-abusive communication styles, and types of traumas, and also the impact that trauma has on children, families and others all achieving great outcomes. Additionally, I have previous experience as a Financial Counsellor where I was able to support people whose mental health had been impacted because of financial distress, alongside of their mental health, gambling addictions, or other personal distress.

My Experience

my qualifications

// Social Working

- Master of Social Work
- Bachelor of Human Services
- Diploma of Counselling
- Diploma of Financial Counselling
- Cert IV Disability

Memberships

// Australian Memberships

- Australian Association of Social Workers
- Australian Counselling Association
- Mental Health Professionals Network
- Mental Health Academy
- Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
- Network of Counsellors in Private Practice
- Financial Counselling Victoria

HOW i WORK

I want you to know that I am here to catch you, and that my aim is for you to experience counselling that is person centered, honest, genuine, and holistic, and also supportive of your values and emotions. At Your Wise Counselling you can expect to be welcomed by an experienced, friendly, and compassionate counsellor. Our mission is for you to feel safe, respected, seen, and heard.

As humans, we learn in early childhood, and through our childhood attachments, how to manage our feelings and emotions. During counselling, we may gently explore and enquire how your 'forgotten unattended self' is currently impacting on your 'present self'. We bring compassion and attention to your 'forgotten self' to support your 'present self' to build strength and resilience.
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At Your Wise Counselling, different to many other services we do not require you to have GP Mental Health Care Plan. Please ask about this at your first contact so you are fully informed in proceeding to have access to a service that is right for you.

18+ Counselling

We know that many people spend their lifetime caring for others with empathy and commitment. But sadly, many people neglect to extend this empathy and compassion to themselves because life is chaotic at times and it is easy to lose track of what we need. Your Wise Counselling offers a safe space to become curious about where your struggles or stressors have manifested from within you.
When these stressors become unmanageable and you feel like you have no control, we want to show you where your control is and identify what your real values in your life are. There may be underlying emotions such as anger, pain, love, or loss that has you stuck, and unable to move on in your life. Once these have been unpacked, the hope that you had once lost has the chance to return, and so does your new life journey ....

Men's - Communication Program- C'mon... Let's Talk Relationships

Feeling like you can't say anything right? Feeling like everything you say is wrong? Beginning to think that it is easier to say nothing? Beginning to have some negative thoughts? Beginning to give up on your relationships? If you believe any of the above statements may be linked to your communication and the your communication struggles with loved ones, friends or colleagues, Your Wise Counselling wants to offer Men the opportunity to learn about their own communication style. The program will also explore other communication styles with an open mind and open heart with respect and dignity for all members involved. This program depends on expressions of interest for Groups - NOTE** If Groups are not running, then individual Psychoeducation appointments will be made available if interested.

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AREAS OF SERVICES AVAILABLE:

At Your Wise Counselling, different to many other services we do not require you to have GP Mental Health Care Plan. Please ask about this at your first contact so you are fully informed to proceed and access a service that may be just the right fit for you.

Anxiety
Panic Attacks
Depression
Life Transitions
Self-Esteem / Self Worth
Ruminating Thoughts
Emotional Regulation / AgilityMens
Anger management
- Men's One Step at a Time Change Program
Communication Difficulties
- Plus a Men's - Let's Talk Relationships Program - Individual sessions available if Groups are not running

***NDIS consumers welcome - Self Managed and Plan Managed
**AASW - Professional Supervision Available

Where you are the expert in your life