Business Details
6 Years
experience
Trusted Counselling Services in Townsville
At Blue Wren Therapy, we specialise in guiding individuals and relationships through life's most challenging moments. Established in 2020, our practice is built on over a decade of combined experience in human resources, community services, and private counselling. Our Townsville-based team offers individual therapy, relationship counselling, clinical supervision, and employee assistance programs, all delivered with a non-clinical, person-centred approach. We prioritise creating safe, inclusive spaces for clients to explore personal growth, navigate life transitions, and develop healthier relational patterns. Our services are accessible through in-person sessions, telehealth, or walk-and-talk modalities, ensuring flexibility to meet diverse client needs.As ACA-approved supervisors, we also support emerging counsellors in developing their professional identities. With a strong commitment to continuous learning, we integrate evidence-based practices and self-development insights to deliver tailored therapeutic solutions. Our practice welcomes all individuals, regardless of background or identity, fostering an environment of acceptance and empowerment. Through collaborative exploration of clients' unique stories and strengths, we help activate meaningful, lasting change. Backed by ACA accreditation and partnerships with major health funds, we maintain rigorous professional standards while keeping our services accessible and client-focused.
Services
Individual Therapy
Relationship Counselling
Counselling Supervision
Employee Assistance Program
Online Counselling
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- ACA-approved clinical supervision with 4+ years' experience mentoring new counsellors
- Customised therapeutic approaches tailored to individual client needs and strengths
- Flexible session options including in-person, telehealth, and walk-and-talk modalities
- Specialised support for relationship dynamics and life transition challenges
- Integrated health fund partnerships for accessible mental health care
Associations and certifications
- Australian Counselling Association (ACA)
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored one-on-one sessions address anxiety, grief, life transitions, and self-development. Our ACA-registered counsellor employs strengths-based approaches to help adults overcome personal challenges. Sessions focus on building resilience and fostering personal growth through collaborative exploration of clients' unique experiences and coping strategies.
Relationship Therapy
Specialised support for couples, families, and professional relationships. We create safe spaces to explore communication patterns and relational dynamics. Our approach combines individual and joint sessions to address specific challenges while nurturing mutual understanding and connection through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Counselling Supervision
ACA-approved supervision for emerging counsellors and private practitioners. We provide professional development guidance and ethical practice support. Our supervision framework integrates personal growth with clinical skill development, helping practitioners establish sustainable, effective therapeutic practices while maintaining strict professional standards.
Employee Assistance Program
Customised mental health support for local businesses and organisations. Our EAP services help employers foster psychologically safe workplaces through confidential counselling for staff. We work with Townsville-based companies to implement tailored wellbeing solutions that improve workplace morale and productivity through professional therapeutic interventions.
Online Counselling
Secure virtual sessions using Halaxy Telehealth platform. This service provides accessible mental health support for clients preferring remote sessions. We maintain the same professional standards and therapeutic effectiveness through encrypted video consultations, ensuring continuity of care regardless of location constraints.
People
Michelle Hunt
Owner/Registered Counsellor and Supervisor
ACA-registered counsellor with 7+ years' experience in private practice. Holds qualifications including Bachelor of Counselling and Graduate Diploma in Grief and Loss. Specialises in relationship therapy and counsellor supervision. Founder of Blue Wren Therapy since 2020.
Questions
What services are available?
We offer individual therapy, relationship counselling, clinical supervision, and employee assistance programs. Sessions available in-person, online, or via phone.
Which health funds do you accept?
Registered with Bupa, Medibank Private, AHM, HCF, Police Health, and other major Australian health funds. Check your policy for coverage details.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full fee applies for cancellations within 48 hours without rescheduling. Payment options include direct deposit, cash, and card.
Do you offer Medicare rebates?
Currently we don't process Medicare rebates, but our services may be claimable through private health insurance policies that cover counselling services.
Reviews (3)
Cathy McBride
Dec 01, 2020
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Michelle at Blue Wren Therapy is an excellent listener. She makes you feel comfortable, and doesn't make false assumptions. She is friendly and focuses on the positive.
Kate Thomas
Oct 19, 2020
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Blue Wren Counselling offers an excellent, professional and friendly service in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. I would definitely recommend Blue Wren for anyone seeking counselling services.
Eduardo Eisenberg
Aug 24, 2020
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I highly recommend Blue Wren Therapy Services. Michelle is a very good and empathetic listener. She approaches the client with a calm and friendly manner. Blue Wren Therapy has helped me through a very anxious period in my life by giving me the tools to address my issues with clarity and by feeling supported through out this process.