Business Details
22 Years
experience
Compassionate Individual and Relationship Counselling in Melbourne
Rebekah Barson is a clinical Mental Health Social Worker with advanced training in Psychotherapy, Relationship Counselling, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Since 2004, she has provided client-centred therapeutic support for individuals and couples navigating emotional challenges, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. Her practice integrates evidence-based approaches like Emotion Focused Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy to foster emotional awareness and resilience. Rebekah prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore personal growth and healing.With expertise in perinatal mental health, trauma recovery, and mindfulness practices, she empowers clients to develop healthier coping strategies and meaningful connections. Her services align with Medicare rebates under multiple schemes, ensuring accessible care for eligible clients. Rebekah's compassionate, strength-based methodology reflects her commitment to holistic wellbeing and long-term therapeutic outcomes.
Services
Depression Counselling
Anxiety Management
Relationship Therapy
Perinatal Mental Health
Trauma Recovery
Grief Counselling
Mindfulness Practices
Employee Assistance Program
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical experience since 2004
- Specialised training in multiple evidence-based therapies
- Medicare rebates available for eligible clients
- Holistic focus on emotional awareness and resilience
- Safe, non-judgmental therapeutic environment
Associations and certifications
- Medicare Australia (Better Outcomes in Mental Health Scheme)
- Non-Directive Pregnancy Support Counselling Scheme
- Chronic Disease Management Program
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored psychotherapy sessions addressing depression, anxiety, and trauma. Utilising evidence-based approaches to enhance emotional resilience and self-awareness. Clients develop coping strategies for improved mental wellbeing through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Relationship Therapy
Specialised support for couples navigating interpersonal challenges. Focuses on improving communication patterns and emotional connection. Integrates psychotherapy techniques to address relationship dynamics and foster mutual understanding.
Perinatal Mental Health
Targeted counselling for mental health during pregnancy and early parenthood. Addresses anxiety, mood changes, and adjustment challenges. Provides evidence-based strategies to support emotional wellbeing during significant life transitions.
Mindfulness Practices
Guided sessions incorporating mindfulness techniques to manage stress and emotional regulation. Teaches present-moment awareness to reduce rumination and enhance psychological flexibility through non-judgmental self-reflection.
Trauma Recovery
Specialised therapeutic approach for processing past trauma and adverse life events. Utilises Emotion Focused Therapy to safely explore and transform distressing experiences, promoting healing and emotional resilience.
People
Rebekah Barson
Clinical Mental Health Social Worker
Registered psychotherapist with 20+ years experience in individual and relationship counselling. Specialises in trauma recovery, perinatal mental health, and mindfulness-based therapies. Committed to client-centred care and emotional wellbeing.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and mindfulness practices tailored to individual client needs.
Are your services covered by Medicare?
Yes, I'm registered under Medicare's Better Outcomes Scheme, Chronic Disease Management Program, and Non-Directive Pregnancy Support Counselling Scheme.
Do you offer couples counselling?
Yes, relationship therapy is available for couples seeking to improve communication and resolve interpersonal challenges together.
What areas do you specialise in?
Specialist areas include depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, perinatal mental health, grief counselling, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions run for 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available for ongoing therapeutic support.
Can I access online counselling?
Face-to-face sessions are available in Melbourne, with telehealth options considered for clients requiring remote access.
