Hello and welcome...
Hi, I'm Kristy, counsellor and owner of Small Steps Counselling.
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I offer compassionate, personalised support to counselling students and newly graduated counsellors as they navigate the complexities of managing their personal struggles alongside studies, client work and early career development.​​
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Supporting Counsellors in Their Personal Journey
What I offer is personal counselling for counsellors – not professional supervision. Our sessions focus on supporting YOU through your personal experiences.
The Unique Challenges We Face
As counsellors, we're pretty good at supporting others. We listen deeply, hold space compassionately, and guide our clients through some of their toughest most vulnerable moments. But what about us? What happens when the weight of our work starts to feel too heavy or when our personal struggles begin to bubble up alongside our professional responsibilities?
I've been there myself. Many times.
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The truth is, counselling is emotionally demanding work. We absorb stories of pain, trauma and loss daily. And, while we're trained to be resilient, we're still human. Our own unresolved experiences, past wounds and current life challenges don't magically disappear just because we've chosen a helping profession.
Why Personal Counselling Matters for Counsellors
Seeking therapy, as a therapist, isn't about weakness. It's about wisdom. When we invest in our own personal learning, growth and healing, we become:
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More authentic in our professional practice
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Better at maintaining clear personal and professional boundaries
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More resilient to compassion fatigue and burnout
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More deeply present with our clients
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Clearer about our own mental and emotional landscape
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Personal counselling helps us understand ourselves more deeply. It's a chance to process our own experiences, unpack our unhelpful patterns and develop greater emotional intelligence. And let's be real here – this benefits not just us, but everyone we interact with, both personally and professionally.
A Genuine Space for Growth
The guiding motivation for seeking support with me at Small Steps Counselling isn't about fixing something that's broken. You're not broken! It's about learning to understanding yourself more fully, processing your experiences, developing positively from them and creating the life you want. Whether you're navigating past traumas, battling current challenges or simply seeking deeper self-awareness, Small Steps is a space dedicated to your growth.
Think of it as professional development - for your whole self.
Ready to take the next step?
You spend your days supporting others through their most vulnerable moments. But now it's time to invest in your own healing and personal development. Because when you take care of yourself, everyone around you benefits.
Let's Connect
If counselling for counsellors resonates for you and you feel you might like some support, let's take the first step and start the conversation. Together, we can explore how this journey might support you in creating the balance, clarity and transformation you desire and deserve.
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​I'm here to help you find your footing again. I’ll support you every step of the way.
Because even counsellors need someone to talk to sometimes!
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- Small Steps, Big Breakthroughs -
Why Choose Small Steps Counselling?
At Small Steps the support you receive is:
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Individually tailored to your specific needs
Centred on your overall growth and wellbeing
Integrative, eclectic and collaborative in approach
Nonjudgemental, inclusive, neuro-affirming and trauma-informed
Welcoming, affirming and safe for LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse individuals
Delivered by a qualified, registered and experienced counsellor
Support Areas may include...
Exploring Triggers
Addressing lived experience or vicarious trauma
Boundary setting
Self-reflection and insight
Developing your self-awareness & confidence
Processing countertransference
Minimising Stress, Tension & overwhelm
self-care & burnout prevention
Enhancing your competence & resilience
Perfectionism or fear of failure
Isolation or lack of support
Identity or diversity issues
coping skill & Strategy building
Ethical dilemmas or professional conduct
Client Stories...
(For privacy and confidentiality reasons - names, ages and client stories are fictionalised examples of real cases)
Services...
Counselling - general
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​​​​1-to-1, Adult Clients, Telehealth Session
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If you are not a counselling student or new counsellor, though you feel we would connect and you'd like to attend counselling with me, please book an INTAKE COUNSELLING SESSION via "book now". Read more...​​​
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​60 mins I $140​​
15-Minute Enquiry Call
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​​​1-to-1, Adult Clients, Phone Call
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​Considering counselling? Book a free 15-minute call to explore your goals for therapy and address any questions. This brief 15-min call gives us a chance to clarify what you’re looking to achieve and ensure you feel comfortable and informed before moving forward.
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​​​​​​15 mins I FREE​​