Invest in yourself
Counselling is an investment in yourself and your wellbeing. You are not merely paying for a session, you are offering yourself the time and space to think about, talk through, and explore what really matters to you. It is a commitment to restoring and replenishing the best of who you are, what you have to offer, and how you'd like to express yourself.
What you can expect
Our time together is relaxed, comforting, and something for you to look forward to. I use a combination of positive approaches and tools that encourage and support you to recognise and reconnect with the best of yourself.
Remembering who you are and how to enjoy being you is very satisfying.
Hi, I'm Laura
...and I genuinely love being a counsellor!
Being listened to as you talk with someone you can trust helps you remember that you are not alone. It feels so good to share, and talking about things can open up the door for healing.
When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. When we try to keep things stored in our head, especially strong feelings, it gets overwhelming, which fuels our anxiety. Talking with someone who really listens frees us from that. There are also many life tools that are simple to use, yet life-changing, when you know about them.
Together, our conversations will uncover and name what's going on for you, and help you to find your way, as you learn ways make sense of the challenges you have found yourself facing, and techniques to navigate it all.
Go on, try counselling. It really works!
Sometimes people ask why I chose dandelions to represent my counselling practice, and the reason is very simple. Dandelions represent joy, good wishes, and hope, yes, and they are also known for their healing power but these are not the reasons I chose it.
Did you know that the dandelion is a highly resilient plant that can grow, even in the most challenging conditions? It’s ability in overcoming adversity with endurance and determination is quite astounding. (Have you ever tried to remove them from your garden?!)
The dandelion also symbolises the aspects of ourselves we need to draw from when we face the challenges that life presents. At first glance the whispery fragility of a mature dandelion may seem vulnerable and weak in the chaos of a windy day, yet in truth these qualities are the very reason it is one of the most enduring and persistent plants on earth.
When we’re in the midst of our own chaos, and the winds of change come sweeping in, within ourselves is where we find our strength. Counselling helps us to remember that.
Methods I use
Person centred
I meet you where you are at, and keep the focus on you
Creative and expressive therapy
Enjoyable little activities that show you different ways of seeing things
Narrative therapy
Exploring the stories we tell ourselves, and adjusting the narrative we've taken on
Non-judgement space
The safety and privacy to freely speak your mind, and let out how you're really feeling, without worrying about sensitivity
Laura Apolo Counselling
Located in Melba, ACT.
Counselling that helps you to reconnect with the best of yourself.
Phone: 0401 80 80 55
Free 15-min initial chat
Melba, Canberra, ACT
Tue Wed Thu: 10am to 7pm
60-min session: $150
90-min session: $165
30-min try it session: $60
Crisis support
If you're in crisis, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14