Amy Garis
Provisional Counsellor, Parramatta & Norwest
M Counselling
Before completing her Master of Counselling, Amy worked for 20 years working internationally in full time ministry as an aid worker, debriefer, teacher, and leading both schools and teams. She is passionate about journeying alongside individuals as they pursue healing and restoration.
Areas of Counselling Practice
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Couples counselling
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Conflict management
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Trauma and abuse counselling
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Grief and loss counselling
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Emotional, physical and sexual abuse
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Childhood sexual abuse
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Adult mental health issues
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Anxiety and stress management
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Depression
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Family-of-origin issues and attachment
- Boundary setting
- Communication
- Reconciliation
- Debriefing and life transition
- Women’s issues
- Addictive behaviour
- Work related issues
- Student issues
As a counsellor I believe every individual has immeasurable value and the ability to grow, build resilience and gain tools to better cope with life’s circumstances and challenges.
Amy Garis
Professional Experience
I have been trained as a crisis response debriefer and have led seminars training others in this area as well, and have led a ministry and school with a focus on human trafficking, slavery and prostitution.
Faith-based Experience
I have worked with an international Christian organisation for the last 20 years in which I have had the opportunity to lead and journey alongside hundreds of individuals from around the world in their pursuit of spiritual formation, restoration and growth.
Counselling Style
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Creating a safe place for counselling
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Helping my clients understand and work through their emotional experiences
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Empowering clients through a process of self-discovery and awareness, leading to new perspectives of self and others
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Empowering clients with the ability to decide the focus of therapy
Fees
If you are having are financial difficulties, concessions may be available.
