Accepting new clients
Individual counselling.Room to be yourself.
In Bannockburn, near Geelong. Online across Australia.
Maybe you’re holding everything together but feeling worn out. Maybe you keep overthinking, putting yourself last, or reacting in ways you don’t understand.
You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong. We can start with what’s happening now and work out what you need.
$120 for a 50 minute individual session
The free chat is an introduction, not a counselling session.
When something needs to change
You can be coping and still need support.
Anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties or old hurts. You don’t need a neat explanation before you reach out.
Always thinking.
Rarely switching off.
You go over conversations, worry about what might happen and feel worn out from trying to stay on top of everything.
Everyone else first.
Your needs last.
Saying no feels uncomfortable. You keep the peace, hold things together and lose track of what you need.
The feeling is familiar.
The situation is new.
Something small happens, but the feeling is anything but small. You want to understand why certain moments affect you so deeply.
There’s room here for what’s happening now, as well as things you’ve carried for a long time.
The person you’ll be talking to
I’m Fabian.
I’m a registered counsellor based in Bannockburn. My approach is gentle, reflective and practical.
I’m interested in how things feel for you, not just how they look from the outside. We’ll talk about what’s been difficult, what matters to you and what you’d like to be different.
You won’t be expected to tell your whole story at once. We can take our time and keep checking that the way we’re working feels right for you.
A little more about meUnderstanding yourself.
Without judging yourself.
My work draws on inner child work, attachment theory and solution focused approaches. That might mean understanding an old pattern, making space for a feeling or finding a practical next step.
We don’t have to begin with your childhood. We begin with you.
Australian Counselling Association member
What happens next
Here’s how we start.
Choose how to start.
Book an individual session, or begin with a free 15 minute phone chat. You can ask questions and get a feel for whether I’m the right counsellor for you.
Start where you are.
In the first session, we talk about what has brought you here and what you hope might change. We’ll also go through consent, confidentiality and the practical details.
Find what helps.
We agree on what to focus on, build on what already helps and try different ways of responding. We check in on your progress and the pace of our work.
Fees & booking
Ready to book, or want to talk first?
Both options are here. You don’t have to book an introductory chat before booking a session.
Ready to begin
An individual session
Time for you to talk about what’s happening and what you’d like to be different. In person in Bannockburn or online.
View available appointmentsIn Halaxy, choose a 50 minute Individual Counselling appointment.
Get a feel for it first
A chat with Fabian
Ask questions, tell me a little about what’s happening and see whether I feel like the right counsellor for you. No pressure to book a session.
Book the free chatAn introductory conversation, not a full counselling session.
Need a hand booking? Call 0405 343 154 or email the Bird House team.
A few things you might be wondering
Before you book.
You’re welcome to ask about any of this in the free chat.
What can I talk about?
Anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, life changes or experiences from the past that still affect you. You can also come because something doesn’t feel right, even if you can’t quite put it into words.
Do I have to talk about my childhood?
No. Inner child work is one part of how I work, not something you need to do. We’ll start with what matters to you and discuss which approaches might be useful.
Do I need to book the free chat first?
No. You can book a full session straight away. The free 15 minute phone chat is there for questions or to see whether you’d feel comfortable working with me. It isn’t a counselling session.
Can I have sessions online?
Yes. Individual sessions are available online across Australia as well as in person in Bannockburn. Choose the online option in Halaxy and arrange a private space where you can talk without interruptions.
What do sessions cost?
A 50 minute individual session is $120. The 15 minute introductory phone chat is free. Bird House is a private fee counselling service, and Medicare rebates are not available for these appointments.
What ages do you work with?
I work with adults and young people aged 16 and over. For someone aged 16 or 17, please contact us first so we can explain the consent and booking arrangements.
How often would we meet?
That depends on what you need and what fits your life. We can discuss weekly, fortnightly or more spaced appointments, and review this as we go. There’s no fixed package.
You don’t need the right words to start.
We can begin with where you are.