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​Individual Counselling (Person Centred)


  ★★★★★ Google Review: Individual Counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (2020)
'The counselling session I had with Ghita was just what I needed. I feel a shift going on now and and my questions answered about my marriage. Life looks brighter and I feel less anxious. Thank you Ghita!' - Jennifer 

"I feel so much lighter now. I thought I could never, ever forgive my ex. But, I think I can now." - Jennifer ​

How Can I Tell if I Need Counselling?
You may tell yourself, "It's not that serious, I can handle it by myself." or "I'm fine. It's my partner who needs therapy!" However, 45% of Australians will experience a mental health issue at some point. We all need support in dealing with the challenges that appear in life. Never more so than since covid. 1 in 5 people have struggled in the last 12 months. So if you are struggling, want to make sense of a problem or feel dissatisfied with where you are, specialist counselling can help back on track. We even have the convenience of Online Counselling (Video and phone). You don't have to do everything yourself when effective support is available. And you will be so glad that you did...

20 Signs You Should Consider Counselling:
  1. You Need a Neutral Perspective: Family Aren't Helping
  2. Feeling Worried/ Not Coping: Anxiety
  3. Ruminating Thoughts/ Depression 
  4. Relationship Struggles: Couples Therapy
  5. Feeling Overwhelmed/ Hopeless/ Sad/ Alone: Individual Counselling
  6. Difficulty Controlling Emotions: Anger Management
  7. Limiting Beliefs/ Self Sabotage: NLP and Life Coaching
  8. Break-ups, Separation and Divorce: Individual Counselling
  9. Grieving a Person or a Life Direction: Grief and Loss Counselling
  10. Change in Sleep/ Eating Patterns:  Hypnotherapy
  11. Numbing with Substances: Men's Coaching Program | Hypnotherapy
  12. Work or School Pressure: Individual Counselling
  13. Low Self-Esteem or Confidence: Hypnotherapy
  14. Overcoming Trauma/ Abuse/ PTSD: EMDR
  15. Stopped Caring: Apathy/ Lost Mojo: Individual Counselling
  16. Stress Becoming Physical Symptoms: Mind/ Body Index: Gestalt Therapy
  17. Feel Stuck: Want to Achieve Goals/ Self-Empowerment: Life Coaching
  18. Me Time/ Self-Development: Women's Coaching Program | Men's Coaching Program
  19. You Have Some Shame over an Event/ Behaviour: Individual Counselling
  20. Everyone Keeps Recommending That You to Try Counselling! Individual Counselling
   ★★★★★ Google Review 2024: Individual Counselling: Ghita is such a wealth of knowledge. She provides a safe and nurturing space for counselling & support to her clients. Ghita is always consistent and authentic in her approach. Highly recommend. 5 Star. - Lisa Carse (Elanora)

The Benefits of Going to Counselling
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?

Everyday people turn to counselling and therapy when they need support, or are at a crossroads in their lives. Our lives have changed in sudden and surprising ways in the last few years. 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. 

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, but instead will encourage you to create your best life. People who come to Ghita Therapy are often ready to change and grow, and just need a little guidance. ​

Individual Therapy versus Couples Counseling: How to Tell Which One You Need First?

Individual Counselling focuses on your personal mental health, emotional well-being, and individual growth. During these sessions, you work one-on-one with a therapist to explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and life experiences. The therapeutic relationship is entirely centered on you and your needs.

Couples Counselling, on the other hand, addresses the relationship dynamics between you and your partner. In couples therapy, both partners work together as a team with Ghita to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their emotional connection.

The choice between these two approaches isn’t always straightforward, and sometimes you might benefit from both.

​Don't be afraid to reach out and ask questions. Call Ghita today on 0439888070, or alternatively, check availability and book easily online 24 hours on the booking tab below.
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Key signs to see a counsellor include persistent feelings of overwhelming stress, sadness, or anxiety, significant changes in sleep or appetite, social withdrawal, and difficulty managing daily responsibilities. Other indicators are relying on unhealthy coping habits, experiencing trauma, or feeling unlike yourself.
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  • Home
  • Counselling
    • Anxiety and Stress Counselling
    • Art Therapy
    • Depression Counselling
    • Grief and Loss Counselling
    • Men's Counselling >
      • The Developing Man 6 Week Program
    • Teen Counselling
    • Walk and Talk Counselling
    • Women's Counselling - Gold Coast
  • Couples Therapy
    • Pre-Session Reading >
      • Before Booking Checklist
      • How to Prepare for Couples Therapy
      • Marriage in Crisis >
        • Will Couples Counselling Help Toxic Relationships?
        • Intensive Two Day Couples Marathon (Couples in Crisis)
      • Same Sex LGBTQ+ Couples Counselling
      • Methods >
        • Couples Counselling via Video
        • The Couples Relationship Toolbox
        • Gottman Method Concepts
        • Pre-Marital Counselling - Gold Coast
    • Current Packages >
      • Package One: One Day Couples Retreat - Gold Coast
      • Package Two: 3 Step Couples Counselling - Gold Coast
      • Package Five: Intensive 2 Day Marathon for Couples in Crisis - Gold Coast
      • Package Six: Intensive 1 Day Retreat for Couples in Crisis - Gold Coast
    • Member Resources >
      • Package Three: Five Week Couples Therapy - Gold Coast
      • FREE EBOOKS: STRAIGHT TALK WITH GHITA (SERIES)
      • Connection Exercises Between Sessions
      • Reawaken Desire Quiz
      • Couples Commitment Quiz
      • Youtube Videos
  • Anger Control
    • All Out of Rage 6 Week Program
    • The Developing Man Program
  • NLP
    • NLP Submodalities
    • Time Line Therapy
  • EMDR
  • MINDSET
    • Life Coaching
    • All Out of Rage (Anger Program)
    • The Developing Man program
    • Art "Parts" Inner-Child Healing Program
    • The Breakthrough Program
  • Hypnotherapy
    • Time Line Therapy
    • Past Life Regression
  • FAQ
    • Fees >
      • Promo Code Savers
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      • Report Writing for Court Etc
  • Contact
    • Ghita Andersen Counsellor & Life Coach (Currumbin) >
      • SHOP >
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        • Gift Vouchers
        • Ghita's Art For Sale
    • Kathie Halse Counsellor (Ormeau)
    • Social Media >
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      • Spotify PODCAST
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      • Relaxation Audio
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