Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Therapists in Mona Vale
Northern Beaches Counselling was founded in 1997 by Lidy Seysener, a highly qualified practitioner with over three decades of experience in psychology and therapeutic services. Our practice specialises in counselling, hypnotherapy, timeline therapy, and family law mediation, addressing challenges faced by individuals, couples, and families. Lidy holds qualifications including a BA in Psychology, Certificates in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and advanced certifications in clinical hypnotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming, and family dispute resolution. We prioritise professional standards through memberships with the Australian Counselling Association, Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists, and The Resolution Institute. Our approach combines evidence-based techniques with compassionate support to help clients resolve past traumas, improve relationships, and achieve personal growth.We offer flexible session formats, including face-to-face, telephone, and online counselling, to accommodate diverse client needs. Our services extend to pre-marriage counselling, child consultation, and mediation for family, neighbourhood, and workplace disputes. We maintain transparency in pricing with structured packages for individual and couple sessions, ensuring accessibility to quality therapeutic care. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures our methods remain aligned with the latest advancements in mental health practice. We aim to empower clients to navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity.
Services
Counselling
Hypnotherapy
Timeline Therapy
Family Mediation
Pre-Marriage Counselling
Child Consultation
Online Therapy
Telephone Counselling
Neighbourhood Dispute Mediation
Workplace Mediation
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of combined experience in psychology and therapeutic practices.
- Our team holds advanced certifications in counselling, hypnotherapy, and family dispute resolution.
- We offer flexible session formats including online and telephone counselling.
- We maintain professional memberships with leading industry bodies for accountability.
- Our services address a wide range of needs from relationship counselling to mediation.
Associations and certifications
- Australian Counselling Association
- Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists
- The Resolution Institute
Services
Counselling
Counselling helps individuals, couples, and families address relationship challenges and emotional difficulties. Our approach combines active listening and evidence-based techniques to clarify issues and develop practical solutions. Sessions focus on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and fostering personal growth.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy accesses the subconscious mind to address stress, anxiety, and harmful habits. Through guided relaxation, clients gain control over negative patterns, enabling positive behavioural changes and emotional healing in a safe, focused environment.
Timeline Therapy
Timeline Therapy resolves past emotional traumas that impact present behaviour. By releasing limiting beliefs and decisions, clients achieve clarity and create future goals free from historical constraints, often achieving results in fewer sessions.
Family Mediation
Family mediation facilitates constructive discussions for separating couples and families. We help negotiate parenting plans, property settlements, and other disputes without court involvement, prioritising mutual agreements and child welfare.
Pre-Marriage Counselling
Pre-marriage counselling strengthens relationships by addressing communication styles, financial expectations, and future goals. This proactive approach helps couples build a resilient foundation for married life.
People
Lidy Seysener
Principal
Lidy Seysener is a qualified counsellor, hypnotherapist, and family mediator with over 35 years of experience. She holds certifications in timeline therapy, NLP, and family dispute resolution, specialising in relationship and family dynamics.
Questions
What services does Northern Beaches Counselling offer?
We provide counselling, hypnotherapy, timeline therapy, family law mediation, pre-marriage counselling, and child consultation for emotional and relational challenges.
How can family mediation help me?
Our family mediation services assist in resolving disputes related to parenting plans, property settlements, and relationship conflicts through collaborative discussion.
Are online counselling sessions available?
Yes, we offer flexible online and telephone counselling sessions for clients unable to attend face-to-face appointments.
What qualifications does Lidy Seysener hold?
Lidy has a BA in Psychology, Certificates in Counselling and Hypnotherapy, and advanced certifications in NLP, timeline therapy, and family dispute resolution.
What are your session fees?
Individual sessions start at $210, couples at $235, with package discounts available for multiple sessions.
Do you offer workplace or neighbourhood mediation?
Yes, we mediate disputes related to workplace conflicts, neighbour boundaries, noise, and other community issues.
