Depression Counselling Services in Sydney | Life To The Full
We help individuals understand their experience, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build a path toward resilience. Book a session today.
A Medically-Informed and Compassionate Approach
We understand that depression is a real and complex condition, often involving physiological factors. Our approach integrates evidence-based frameworks like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with a deep sense of compassion to provide holistic care. Our focus includes:
Challenging Unhelpful Thoughts
Using frameworks like CBT, we help you identify and challenge the negative thought patterns that fuel depression, allowing you to get "outside your own head" and break cycles of rumination.
Building Psychological Flexibility
Our goal is to equip you with practical strategies to deal with adversity. We focus on enhancing your resilience so you are better prepared to navigate future challenges.
Professional and Accurate Support
We believe in the importance of professional diagnosis to distinguish clinical depression from general sadness, ensuring you receive the most effective and appropriate therapeutic support for your specific needs.
How to Book Your Appointment
Step 1: Visit Our Secure Client Portal to Book Online
The most direct way to get started is to use our online booking portal. This allows you to see available appointment times and choose a time that works for your family's schedule.
Step 2: Select an Individual Counselling Service
Our portal lists all of our available services. To ensure you are connected with the right support, please look for and choose an option under "Psychology" when booking your appointment.
Step 3: Begin Your First Session
Once your appointment is confirmed, you will receive an email with all the details you need. Your first session is a safe and welcoming space to meet your counsellor, share your experiences, and understand the therapeutic process ahead.
Meet the Team
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Chris Cipollone
Founding Director
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David Schofield
Clinical Psychologist (Clinical Director)
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Monica Cook
Head of Sex & Relationships
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Sonia Judd
Registered Pyschologist
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Emily O’Hanna
Children, Adolescents & Adults
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Steve McAlpine
Head of Christian Thought
Our Foundations
Christian
All of our services are available to be delivered within a Christian worldview, if this is something you are looking for.
Professional
All psychologists, counsellors, coaches and theologians are suitably qualified and members of their respective accrediting bodies.
Holistic
We love working together as a team, each harnessing the strengths of our various disciplines to bring you the most holistic level of care.
Welcoming
If you don’t identify as Christian, we will always respect your spiritual boundaries. You’re definitely welcome here.
FAQs
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Our Depression Counselling services are provided by our team of psychologists. Life to the Full employs a multidisciplinary team of suitably qualified psychologists, counsellors, coaches, and theologians, all of whom are members of their respective accrediting bodies. This team includes clinical psychologists and registered psychologists.
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The number of sessions varies depending on your individual needs and the complexity of the issues being addressed. Typically, clients may begin with weekly sessions, which can be adjusted over time as you progress. On average, a therapeutic relationship may last anywhere from a few sessions to one or two years, depending on your progress and goals.
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Sessions are structured similarly to standard therapy sessions. Your initial session is generally 80 minutes long, designed for the practitioner to gain a comprehensive understanding of your situation and for you to share what has brought you to us. Subsequent sessions are usually 50 minutes long. While breakthroughs may occur, the first session primarily focuses on setting the context for effective treatment. We prioritise professional diagnosis to accurately distinguish clinical depression from general sadness, ensuring you receive the most effective and appropriate therapeutic support for your specific needs.
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Our services are available in-person at our Sydney office, located at Suites 7 & 8, 14 Narabang Way, Belrose NSW 2085. We also offer services online nationwide via telehealth. Telehealth has been proven to be a very effective therapeutic method, and clients are often willing to engage in online sessions, particularly when they know they can connect with a Christian therapist.
Book an appointment.
Seeking support for depression is a proactive and courageous step toward wellbeing. If you are ready to begin, our team is here to provide expert, compassionate guidance.