FAQs | Counselling & Art Therapy | Joanne Chateau

No referral or mental health care plan is required. You can book directly by completing the online enquiry form.
Appointments can be made by completing the online enquiry form.
A strong therapeutic relationship is key. You're welcome to book a free 15-minute discovery call or use your first session to see if it feels like the right fit for you.
Yes I do work with Couples.
In regards to sessions with children - parents or caregivers may attend sessions by arrangement.

Standard sessions are 50 minutes, unless otherwise arranged.
- 50-minute session: $180
- Extended session (80 minutes): $200
No. Counselling does not require a referral, and Medicare rebates are not available. Private health rebates may apply.
Sessions are usually weekly or fortnightly, depending on what works for you. The length of therapy varies and can be discussed in your first session.

A Clinical Counsellor and Art Therapist is a highly trained, registered professional who supports emotional and mental health through talk-based therapy and creative approaches — helping clients explore, process, and make sense of their experiences.
Counselling focuses on your lived experience, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing.
Someone you feel safe, comfortable, and understood by. Trust and connection are essential for effective therapy. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space for all experiences and emotions.
- Trauma and complex trauma · PTSD and cPTSD
- Anxiety and mood difficulties
- Emotional regulation challenges
- Grief and loss · Adjustment difficulties
- Relationship and interpersonal issues
- Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
- Identity and personality-related concerns

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