Lavender Bloom Counselling
When stress, grief, or big life changes leave you feeling overwhelmed, you don't have to carry the weight alone. At Lavender Bloom Counselling, I provide gentle, evidence-supported online therapy that meets you exactly as you are today. Together, we will create a quiet space to navigate heavy emotions, helping you discover a gentle path forward—one step at a time.
How I Help
Your safe space to Process, Heal and Grow.
Grief and Emotional Healing
Grief is a deeply personal journey, there is no right or wrong way to feel. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, or a life chapter, your pain deserves a safe place to land. Emotional healing does not mean forgetting; it means learning how to carry your sorrow gently. Together, we will honour your loss at your own pace, creating a gentle space for your heart to process, adapt, and eventually find peace again.
Stress, Anxiety and Burnout
Life can feel exhausting when you are constantly battling stress, anxiety, or the deep exhaustion of burnout. If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or entirely drained, counselling can offer a safe space to pause and reset. Together we will work online to quiet the mental noise and manage daily anxiety, process your exhaustion without judgement or pressure, build practical tools to establish boundaries and regain control of your life.
Life Transitions and Personal Growth
Navigating major life changes can be overwhelming, but it is also a powerful opportunity to rediscover yourself. Whether you are stepping into retirement, navigating a major career pivot, or adjusting to a significant shift in your relationship or family dynamics, counselling provides the space to process the change and focus on your personal growth. Let’s work together to find clarity, build resilience, and create a meaningful path forward.
About
Meet Your Counsellor
Hi, I am Athena, a level 2 registered counsellor dedicated to providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for you to explore life’s challenges. Because everyone is unique, I don't use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I blend different therapeutic tools to match exactly what you need. Depending on your goals, I may integrate solution focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy or mindfulness.
Here we can focus on helping you build resilience, process difficult emotions, and discover your own path forward. Whether you are navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, life transitions, personal growth, or simply feeling stuck, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy and gentle guidance. Together, we will work at your pace to foster meaningful healing and personal growth.
Qualifications
Masters in Counselling
Advanced Diploma in Counselling
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Criminology and Justice
Professional Membership
ACA, Level 2 Counsellor R80814
Australian Counselling Association
Bookings
Connect with Me
Lets see if we are a good match.
Your free intake session is an opportunity to share your story and what you hope to get out of counselling. I will explain my therapeutic approach, and you can ask me anything you like about the process.
Our standard 50-minute Telehealth session is designed to provide dedicated, focus space for ongoing therapeutic care. This timeframe is ideal for regular weekly or fortnightly check-ins, allowing us to review your progress, manage current challenges, and implement practical tools for your daily live.
Secure your appointment through our trusted booking partner, Halaxy. Your card details are safely held to reserve your slot, and charges are processed on the day of your appointment.
An extended 80-minutes Telehealth session offers the time and space to dive deeper without feeling rushed. This option is highly recommended for initial assessments, complex life transitions, or sessions where you need extra room to process deep-seated stress, grief, or exhaustion.
Secure your appointment through our trusted booking partner, Halaxy. Your card details are safely held to reserve your slot, and charges are processed on the day of your appointment.
The exact same standard 50-minute session online therapeutic care, offered at an accessible rate for adult students, pensioners, and valid concession card holders.
Secure your appointment through our trusted booking partner, Halaxy. Your card details are safely held to reserve your slot, and charges are processed on the day of your appointment.
Please note: Please provide a least 48 hours notice if you need to change or cancel your appointment.
This allows me to offer the session slot to another client waiting for care.
Cancellations under 24 hours or no-shows will incur full session fee.
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is what I share in therapy confidential?
All conversations, notes, and records are strictly confidential under professional ethical standards and privacy laws.
Exceptions only apply if there is an imminent risk of harm to yourself or someone else, or if required by a court of law.
How do we ensure privacy during online sessions?
We use a secure, encrypted, and telehealth-compliant video platform - Halaxy.
Your data and video calls are never recorded.
I conduct all sessions from a private room wearing headphones to ensure you cannot be overheard.
I recommend you also find a quiet, private space and use headphones for your comfort.
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w do I book an appointment?
Click "Book Your Session" button on this website for your session choice.
You will be securely redirected to my Halaxy online booking portal.
Choose a slot that suits you.
You will receive an automatic email confirmation once your booking is successful.
How does payment work?
All payments are processed securely through the Halaxy platform.
When you book your first session, you will be prompted to securely enter your card details.
Your card is safely encrypted and held on file by Halaxy.
Halaxy process your payment during your scheduled session.
Will I get a receipt for my payment?
Halaxy will automatically email you an invoice/receipt once your payment is processed.
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I require at least 48 hours' notice for all cancellations or booking changes.
This allows me time to offer the session slot to another client who may be waiting for care.
What happens if I miss a session or cancel late?
Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice and no shows will incur the full fee.
I understand emergencies happen, and exceptions can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
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What equipment do I need for online counselling?
A reliable internet or mobile data connection.
A smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer with a working camera and microphone.
A quiet, distraction-free space where you feel safe to speak freely.
What happens if the technology cuts out?
Don't worry, tech glitches happen.
If our video drops, I will immediately try to reconnect via the platform.
If we cannot reconnect within two minutes, I will call your mobile phone so we can continue or reschedule.
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Halaxy - Our Secure Booking & Payment System
To give you the smoothest and most secure experience possible, I use a professional health platform called Halaxy to manage my bookings and payments.
What this means for you:
Simple Online Booking: When you click to book a session, you will see my live availability and can pick a time that works perfectly for you in just a few clicks.
Digital Intake Forms: Once you book your first session, Halaxy will automatically email you my intake and consent forms. You can easily fill these out on your phone or computer before our first appointment, saving us from doing paperwork during our therapy time.
Bank-Grade Security: Halaxy is a world-class platform built specifically for healthcare. Your personal information, contact details, and clinical notes are protected by the highest level of data encryption.
Hassle-Free Payments: Your payment details are securely encrypted and stored on file, meaning you don't have to worry about manual bank transfers or handling invoices during our therapy time. You are only charged one day prior to the day of your session.
Using Halaxy allows us to keep the focus entirely on your well-being, while the administrative details run safely and quietly in the background.
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A reminder email: You will receive a reminder email the day before which will contain a link to your Telehealth appointment.
Joining :Clicks the secure link in your reminder message on your phone or computer browser. You will then enter a virtual waiting room without needing extra software logins or downloads.
Security: Sessions run on isolated virtual servers where video and audio do not pass through standard insecure channels, keeping data private.
Contact
Reach out when ever you are ready
Whether you have a quick question or simply want to see if we are a good fit, I am here to listen. You do not have to take the next step alone.
I can be contacted on the below, or you can submit an enquiry on the next page or book a free 15 minute intake sessions on the bookings page.
Email: hello@lavenderbloomcounselling.com.au
Mobile: 0420 132 533
