Welcome to Ghita Therapy
Individual & Relationship Counselling - Gold Coast
Counselling is a type of 'Talk Therapy.' When we talk about our feelings with a neutral professional they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, less scary, and they stop pushing us around, sabotaging the life we want.
In this modern age, it is easy to neglect self care like you are pouring from an empty cup. If you are constantly juggling work, kids, family, finances, and more, you’ll quickly end up burnt out – with less in your emotional cup. An empty cup means your ability to care for others will be non-existent when you don’t even have the time or energy to care for yourself. Sound familiar?
Usually, our default mindset is: “Well, I’m coping right now, I can just get through the day and deal with it later.” But so often we put it off again, and again, and again, until one day we reach for our cup and find that it is completely empty. We ask ourselves, “How did it get this bad?”, and we wonder why we didn’t do anything about it sooner.
Did you know that one in five Australians (aged 16 - 85) seek counselling every year?
Being Heard, Being Validated, Being Seen
Our lives have changed in sudden and surprising ways in the last two years; suddenly, we’re working from home, spending more time with our spouses and families, yet so many of us feel isolated and alone. It is easy to feel like things are out of control and we’re powerless to control our own lives. But we’re not... Counsellors are here to help us navigate the bumpy roads, and are neutral helpers who work with you to empower you with renewed insight and therefore better decision making.
Talking it Through With a Good Listener
Counsellors Ghita Andersen (Currumbin) and Kathie Halse (Ormeau) offer a wealth of experience to help you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your situation, helping you to release what is holding you back - allowing you to reset and feel happier. From Far North Queensland to Melbourne, Ghita Therapy has counselled thousands of happy clients... Please read our Testimonials.
We offer treatment for...
- Loss of Direction, Feeling Stuck
- Anger Issues/ Frustration
- Anxiety, Stress and Panic Attacks
- Depression or Low Mood
- Separations and Break-ups
- Grief and Loss Counselling
- Relationship and Marriage Counselling
- Life Changes, Career Decisions
- Overcoming Family Violence
- Pre-Marriage Contracts / Pre-Wedding Counselling
- Trauma and PTSD
- Counselling for Veterans (NLP)
- Family Conflict/ Dispute Mediation
- Limiting Beliefs
- LGBT (Relationships, Coming Out etc)
- Phobias
- Teen and Student Issues
- Unwanted Behaviours
- Childhood Abuse
- Low Self-Esteem/ Self-Confidence
- Career Difficulties
So, now is your chance to fill you cup up, to prioritise yourself and “make” the time to sort through some things you have been putting off. To take control of your happiness and to be heard by someone who won't judge you. Importantly, we understand that it takes a lot of courage to book in to see a Counsellor and we applaud that.
CASE STUDY: Individual Women's Counselling and NLP:
Jess was Pregnant with two boys and her partner was working away a lot. Her relationship was painful as her husband was sending her mixed messages, running hot and cold, and seemingly involved with other women. Jess was facing separation with a baby on the way and she was frightened. Jess wanted a harmonious home in which to bring her new child. Through therapy, Jess gained a better perspective and became empowered to hold the vision of a better future for her and her children. Subsequently, she moved into another home and started her new life with a strong family foundation, feeling validated, hopeful and capable.
It has been with Ghita that I have experienced huge breakthroughs. She offers a safe and inviting atmosphere. Furthermore she has a professional and non-judgmental manner, which enabled me to feel comfortable enough to open up within my first session. Ghita and the work she does done, has opened up my eyes to the world I was closed off to and missing out on. I cannot thank you enough Ghita and look forward to our next session. - Jess
- Easy Online Bookings: Same Day Appointments: After-Hours and Weekends
- NO WAITLIST: Accepting New Clients
- No GP Referral Required (Discounted rate if you have one: *READ T&Cs )
- Comfy Gold Coast Therapy Rooms: Currumbin and Ormeau
- Telehealth
- Easy Parking
- Free Tea and Coffee
- Great Testimonials
★★★★★ Google Review 2021: Neuro Linguistic Programming: 'I had the pleasure of seeing Ghita for a few mental health issues that have been surfacing for me, around relationships, coping with stress and family trauma. In only two sessions, she has shifted the anxiety and turned the volume down on the negative self talk I’ve had, and given me more confidence to move forward with more personal power. I would highly recommend Ghita to anyone wanting to get themselves on track, and tackle any negative self-talk that isn’t serving them. She is very knowledgeable and professional and cares about your results. Amazing sessions! I am so grateful to her.' - Donna Betterridge
Session Information:
We offer Face to Face Counselling: Private, in-person counselling in our comfortable rooms in Currumbin and Ormeau. Phone Counselling: Remote counselling for clients who are unable to attend in person. Video Sessions: Online via Facebook Messenger, Whatsapp or Skype. And Walk and Talk Therapy - Currumbin Beach/ Creek.
How Do I Prepare for My First Counselling Session?
If you have a GP referral letter for individual counselling – bring that to your session. It can be also be helpful to make some notes about the things that are troubling you and bring them to your appointment. You may also like to fill out the Intake Form before your appointment.
Corona Virus Safety Plan:
Are unvaccinated people still be able to access essential services such as Counselling?
Yes, certainly. Covid Safe Checklist
What Evidence Based Strategies Do You Use?
At Ghita Therapy we only use methods we have used ourselves and found to be excellent: Methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Gottman Marriage Therapy, Time Line Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), EMDR, Mindfulness, Gestalt Therapy, Developmental Psychology, Attachment Theory, Hypnotherapy and more... There are over 400 schools of therapy to date!
How Many Counselling Sessions Will I Need?
The first appointment is primarily focused on telling your story and rapport building. We will assess what is happening for you and create a strategy for treatment. The total number of sessions required will naturally depend on the nature of your concerns. As a rule of thumb, meaningful life changes and genuine progress don’t occur within one 60-minute session, so consider how counselling can help you long-term - perhaps releasing old traumas and patterns of behaviour.
What is Availability Like?
At Ghita Therapy you can book in with two hours notice if there is availability. Otherwise, we can usually fit you in within a few days. Importantly, because we work from home rather than a clinic, we are more flexible: Telehealth, After-Hours and Weekend Appointments are available.
Yes, we are accepting new clients in Currumbin.
In your first intake session, your counsellor will be looking forward to meeting you and getting to know who you are and what you want out of your time in therapy. Your counsellor will look at your intake form for things like family background, mental health history and general situation. From there, they will work with you to create clear goals around what you’ll work on together in your sessions.
Counselling Near Me
Thanks to Telehealth, we have clients Australia-wide. However, we also have clients that travel from Rockhampton, Brisbane, Toowomba and Byron Bay to see us. We cater mostly for Gold Coast and Northern Rivers clients from Currumbin, Elanora, Palm Beach, Burleigh Heads, Tugan, Bilinga, Coolangatta, Tweed Heads, Banora, Kingscliff, Tallebudgera, Reedy Creek, Varsity Lakes, Mudgeeraba, Robina, Miami, Merrimac, Worongary, Bundell, Carrara, Broadbeach, Southport, Main Beach, Surfers Paradise, Ormeau.
Clinic Hours:
Our services are located in cosy private homes with easy street parking. Currumbin services are available after-hours and Saturdays.
Ghita Andersen: Currumbin: All Services
Online Bookings
- Mon - Fri: 10.00am - 8.00pm
- Saturday: 10.00am - 2.30pm
Kathie Halse: Ormeau: Individual Counselling Only
Bookings via phone
- Fridays by arrangement
Bookings and Fees:
Need an Urgent Appointment?
Same Day ONLINE BOOKINGS: You can book 2 hours in advance if there is availability and you can change your booking up to 24 hours before. A credit card deposit is required to book online.
Individuals:
- Concessions (Counselling only): $80 p.h. *T&Cs: Check Eligibility
- Counselling, Anger Management, Specialised Therapies: $120 p.h.
- Hypnotherapy: $250 (First session), $150 (Further sessions)
- Telehealth: Video or Phone: $120 p.h.
Couples/ Families:
- Couples and Marriage Counselling: $200 p.h.
- Family Counselling and Mediation from $200 p.h.
- Couples' Packages: Fees and Payments page
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Neuro-Linguistic Programming: How You Can Transform Your Life With 7 Powerful Methods
Are You Ready to Change Those BELIEFS or MEMORIES That Trip You up?
Are you tired of being controlled by emotions such as anger, depression or anxiety?
NLP Gold Coast
What is NLP? Popular in the 70s and 80s, Neuro-Linguistic Programming or Psychology (NLP) is a method that has been successfully used to treat fears and phobias, anxiety, poor self-esteem, negative memories, grievances, stress, post-traumatic stress disorder and more...
Ghita uses several types of NLP everyday with her clients. These methods work with the unconscious mind. Moreover, these therapies will often remove what decades of therapy cannot. Commonly used for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression and Panic Attacks, NLP has an exceptional success rate compared to CBT and other methods.
"Stanford University Found that Treating Depression with NLP Had Better Results Than Traditional Psychotherapy."
★★★★★ Testimonial 2022: Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP Submodalities): Hi Ghita, yesterday was one of the most powerful experiences I have ever had in my self development. Thank you so much. - Adam Houlahan (Gold Coast)
Time Line Therapy® Time Line Therapy® is based on the concept that our unconscious mind stores memories in a linear pattern (like a timeline). Simply put, this time line is a mental photo album of our life. Time Line is a powerful healing modality that bypasses the thinking mind and goes straight to deep healing on the subconscious level.
TLT is an invaluable technique in helping people resolve negative emotional issues from the past and let go of limiting beliefs and decisions that may prevent positive progression. Examples of limiting beliefs include, “I don’t deserve it”, “I can’t do it” and “I’m not good enough”.
★★★★★ Testimonial 2021: Anger Management with Time Line Therapy: "Hi Ghita, I have been meaning to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the gift you gave me last Friday. I have been enjoying my new found power of ease ever since and apply it each day. I wonder what else may need attention now that layer has been lifted." - M. Chapman (Brisbane)
It can be daunting booking in when you are unsure of the method that will be the most successful, especially if you are new to therapy. We recommend that you have a chat to Ghita Andersen at Ghita Therapy Counselling Gold Coast on 0439888070 about which technique would be best for your situation, or you can book an initial one hour counselling session to tell your story and then you and Ghita can discuss which method will give you the biggest breakthrough...
CASE STUDY: Men's Anger Management: Method: Time Line Therapy
Michael had Anger Management issues. He would often yell at his staff and had trouble maintaining relationships - including romantic one's. We examined his childhood with an intensive counselling session followed by a Time Line Therapy Regression and deleted an old limiting belief that he had about his self-worth. The change in Michael was remarkable.
Ghita identified that I had issues with authority after a relaxed chat. Returned for a 1.5 hour session to experience a monumental shift. Feels like a sack of spuds has been lifted from my shoulders. I feel lighter in my joints and have continued to benefit by applying my new found calm when dealing with everybody, especially when guide my colleagues at work. I shall return for another session soon, to peel off the next layer. Ghita has a gift, enjoy! - Michael (Brisbane) Testimonials.
★★★★★ Testimonial: Individual Counselling and NLP: Childhood Issues
'Hi Ghita, I was originally referred to you by a friend of mine (D.C.) who said you were absolutely amazing at NLP and she was right. You have changed my life.' - Api (Pacific Pines)
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Saving Marriages Since 2014
Moreover, when things are not perfect in your relationships, it can be intimidating to consider help, and scary to admit to friends and family. However, with a structured counselling process and gentle coaching, you can stop fighting and be connected. Be Lovers Again! …Be Best Friends Again …Be Happy Again! And we have many happy stories of couples who have done just that. Testimonials
Now is a pivotal point in your relationship. Many couples have received help with...
- Affairs
- Not Feeling Heard
- Intimacy Issues
- Parenting Differences
- Chore Wars: Negotiating Roles
- Communication Difficulties
- Lack of Trust
- Decision Making
- Insecurity and Jealousy
- Starting a Family
- Blended Families
Did you know that 94% of couples who have undergone intensive workshops and regular couples counselling report a better relationship overall?
Based in Currumbin, Ghita Andersen is a very experienced Couples Counsellor with a background in Family Dispute Mediation, as well as a highly sought after individual counsellor. A common comment that couples make after seeing Ghita is that she nails their issues quickly.
Welcome to a wonderful new way of experiencing relationship therapy.
- 3for2 Deal: $400 - Save $200 (Offer Ends Soon. T&C's Apply)
- Gottman 3 Step Package $900 - Save $140 The 3 Step Package consists of:
- 2 x 1 hour Back to Back Individual Counselling Sessions (Exploring the Blockages)
- 2 Hour Couples Intensive Communication Workshop (Repair Strategies and Communication: Active Listening Exercise) T&C's Apply
Select 'Package One: 3 Step Gottman Package' under Couples Counselling on the booking system.
It takes a lot of courage to book in for Couples Counselling, but it may be the best investment you ever make in your family: We recommend a 2 hour intensive session to begin your journey. It's important to remember that there is an initial free 10 minute phone consultation. Ask Ghita for a call-back on 0439 888 070.
Are you ready to become the couple you used to be?
★★★★★ Google Review: Marriage Counselling: 3 Step (Gottman) Package 2023:
Ghita provided real strategies that can be implemented to prevent conflict and more empathy within our relationships. We were able to be truthful and honest within ourselves from better self reflection and then she gave us the tools to be able to communicate our needs effectively. We both learnt how to actively listen to one another and remember the other person's needs are different. Ghita was absolutely warm and welcoming, would definitely recommend her intensive three step package, it has saved our marriage. - Nicole Eggleton (Coomera).
★★★★★ Testimonial: Marriage Counselling 2022: "My psychologist recommended you as some of her clients had done couples counselling and said that you were very direct and got straight into doing the work of unpacking the issues. I thought that was just what we needed for our situation. We didn't want the type of approach that would take weeks to make any progress. Thank you so much Ghita." - Angela (Couples Counseling: Currumbin).
★★★★★ Testimonial: Marriage Counselling 2022: We had been to Couples Counselling before with another counsellor. We felt we were being sold a package last time rather than doing the work, so we did not achieve much. I was convinced that we were separating and it was too late. This session was very different. Ghita nailed our problem and made us negotiate. After many years of arguing over the same thing, she showed us how to do deals. We should have done a pre-marital agreement long ago. I can see that now. I was of the mindset to leave, but one hour turned it around for us. Thank you Ghita. - J & A Tovey. (Couples Therapy: Hope Island)
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