Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Therapists in Bendigo
Brolga Counselling and Hypnotherapy has been providing therapeutic support in Bendigo since 2014. Our practice integrates evidence-based methodologies such as Collaborative Couples Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution Oriented Hypnotherapy to address emotional, relational, and behavioural challenges. With a focus on empowering clients to rediscover inner strengths, we specialise in resolving issues like anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, and self-esteem.Our founder, Jan Harbrow, brings over a decade of experience in psychological health, complemented by advanced qualifications from Ampersand Australia and ongoing professional development. We prioritise accessible care through flexible fee structures and a commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental space for personal growth.
Services
Collaborative Couples Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Solution Oriented Therapy
Hypnotherapy
Mental Health Plans
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 75-minute sessions for deeper therapeutic engagement.
- Our flexible fee structure accommodates financial constraints.
- We integrate ACT, hypnotherapy, and solution-focused approaches.
- We provide evening and Saturday appointments for convenience.
- Our founder holds advanced qualifications in applied counselling psychology.
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Australian Hypnotherapists
- Association for Contextual Behavioral Science
What people say
Lovely experience
Feel lighter
Uplifting challenge
Began talking again
Saved my life
Services
Collaborative Couples Therapy
This therapy addresses relationship conflicts by equipping couples with practical tools to improve communication and resolve recurring issues. We focus on fostering mutual understanding while respecting individual perspectives. Clients learn to navigate differences constructively, strengthening their emotional connection and partnership resilience.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
ACT helps clients distinguish between transient emotions and core identity, reducing emotional overwhelm. Through mindfulness techniques, we guide individuals to accept difficult feelings while committing to values-driven actions. This approach effectively addresses anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges by promoting psychological flexibility.
Solution Oriented Therapy
This strengths-based approach identifies existing client resources to resolve current challenges. We collaborate to clarify goals and amplify successful patterns, bypassing problem analysis to focus on actionable solutions. Ideal for clients seeking efficient, forward-looking strategies for personal growth and decision-making.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy induces a relaxed state to access subconscious resources, helping clients break unhelpful habits and emotional patterns. Sessions target stress reduction, confidence building, and behaviour change through guided imagery and suggestion. Clients report feeling 'lighter' and more empowered to achieve desired life changes.
Mental Health Plans
Our weekly mental health sessions provide structured support for complex or chronic conditions. This service includes eight sessions focused on deep therapeutic work without Medicare requirements. Tailored to individual needs, it addresses long-standing emotional challenges through consistent, comprehensive care.
People
Jan Harbrow
Principal Therapist
Jan Harbrow is a clinical member of the Guild of Australian Hypnotherapists with advanced qualifications in ACT and solution-oriented therapies. She has practiced since 2014, specialising in relationship counselling and emotional resilience. Her background includes education and trauma-informed care for displaced populations.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We integrate ACT, Solution Oriented Therapy, hypnotherapy, and mindfulness techniques tailored to individual client needs.
Are sessions covered by private health insurance?
Coverage varies by provider – please check with your insurer about rebates for registered counsellors.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 75 minutes to allow thorough exploration of issues without rushed interactions.
Do you offer concession rates?
Yes – we provide flexible pricing between 50-100% of standard fees based on financial capacity.
Can I book evening or weekend appointments?
Yes – evening sessions are available Tuesday-Thursday, with Saturday morning appointments also offered.
What qualifications do you hold?
We hold advanced diplomas in applied counselling psychology and ACT, with clinical membership in professional associations.
