Clear paths, calm waters, and the support to get there
My approach
I believe that counselling should feel safe, supportive, and tailored to your needs. Every journey looks different, which is why we focus on meeting you where you are – whether that’s through online sessions or walking by the ocean.
Our work together centres on creating clarity, calm, and connection. Clients can expect a warm, judgment-free space to talk openly, explore challenges, and build practical strategies that support growth, resilience, and stronger relationships.
About Nicole
With over 25 years of experience in education and student wellbeing, Nicole has dedicated her career to supporting adolescents and families through life’s challenges. She holds a BA in Psychology and a Master of Counselling, and is a registered member of both PACFA and ACA. Nicole combines professional expertise with genuine compassion, creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered.
Her focus is on building self-worth, developing coping strategies, and strengthening relationships – helping each person find a clear path toward a more fulfilling life. Whether online or through her unique Beach Chat sessions on the Northern Beaches, Nicole walks alongside her clients every step of the way.
Depending on the goals and challenges to be worked through, the therapeutical perspectives Nicole works from include Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
Your Story Matters
Nicole offers support for clients who are working through issues associated with general anxiety, social anxiety, depression, school refusal, body image, eating disorders and relationship issues.
She believes that every person has a story and focuses on looking beyond any diagnosis to see the big picture and the whole person. Sometimes it can be hard to see beyond the issues to the pathways ahead. She aims to understand the stories, to work out how a person reached this current place and working with each individual to find ways forward that bring clarity, calmness and connection.
Nicole’s Journey
After graduating with a Psychology degree, Nicole completed a Bachelor of Education. She has 25 years of experience in education, teaching Science, Psychology and has supported cohorts of students as their Head of Year. Nicole has also studied a Master of Counselling and is focusing on following her passion to walk alongside young people and their families to help them find purpose, build positive relationships and find fulfillment in life.
As a Christian, she holds a Christian worldview and values every person as unique and of immense worth. She enjoys engaging with clients from a variety of different worldviews, backgrounds and faiths and is passionate about the natural environment, spending time outdoors, and values a healthy lifestyle. She is also an avid dog lover.
Session Options
These optional consultations are a great opportunity to reach out, ask any questions you may have and get a feel for whether we might be a good fit.
10 mins | Free | Get started
Free Consultation
These are a standard 50 minutes in duration. Individual sessions are advisable before family sessions. Family sessions may benefit from a double session, booking two appointments in a row, and running for 100 minutes.
50 mins | $150 | Get started
Counselling Sessions
Step outside into the fresh air with a Beach Chat session. Sitting on the sands of Collaroy Beach, you can let the calming and restorative effects of the ocean free your thoughts and bring clarity. These sessions can also be booked as a one-off alongside online counselling. For parents, convenient parking and nearby coffee shops make it easy to relax while your teen takes part in their session.
50 mins | $150 | Get started
Beach Chat
If you find it easier to share your thoughts while walking, join Nicole along the walkways of Narrabeen Lakes or for a beach walk at Collaroy.
50 mins | $150 | Get started