HELEN O'CONNOR
THERAPIST
ABOUT HELEN
"An authentic and joyous life"
My work as a therapist was born of deep fascination for what makes people tick, what happened to them, what motivates them, and what causes the myriad of roadblocks that show up to derail simple human happiness. This fascination began as an actor and writer endeavouring to understand characters, then as a Corporate Trainer & Executive Coach working to enhance the potential in people’s work and business lives, where all too often I would hear clients say “that’s exactly what my partner says about me!” Behaviours that were blocking them at work were mirroring what was showing up in their private lives. Now as a therapist my greatest passion is to support people to be free from whatever it is that is holding them back from living a full, exciting and meaningful life - whether at work or in their personal worlds. It would be my privilege to work with you and be part of your journey to an authentic and joyous life.
Helen uses a variety of modalities when treating clients including Person Centred, Mindfulness, IFS, ACT, CBT, Gestalt and other somatic methodology. Her practices are Trauma Informed, LGBTQIA+ & Neurodiverse Affirming.
SERVICES
Individual Therapy
We are often blindsided by how we are feeling or why our life feels out of control; at other times we have a strong sense of what is challenging us, Individual Psychotherapy can assist in uncovering whatever is contributing to the difficulties being faced and can equip clients with tools and techniques to move towards behaviours that support a full and happy experience of life.
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Addictions
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Childhood Trauma
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Relationship Issues
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Love, sex and intimacy
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Grief & Loss
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Building Self Esteem
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Work & Financial Stress
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Anger Management
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Depression & Anxiety
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Life Transitions
Couples Therapy
People are wired for connection, and desiring a fulfilling intimate partnership is a very natural instinct. However relationships can for many be a baffling process that have us engaging in destructive behaviours and relationships that create more pain and disconnection than love and intimacy. Couples counselling can assist in understanding why we may be engaging in unhealthy patterns of behaviour, and build skills to assist in moving towards behaviours that enable us to have the love, sex and intimacy we desire while maintaining long-lasting and fulfilling partnerships.
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Communication Skills
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Conflict Resolution
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Sex & Intimacy
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Managing expectations
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Aligning Values
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Money & Finances
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Children & Parenting
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a powerful way to develop important relational skills that may prove challenging for many individuals who did not have the opportunity to explore them in their developmental years. Working in groups not only allows individuals to develop social skills, but can assist with a variety of issues such as low self-esteem, assertiveness, and boundary setting. Interpersonal groups focus on interactions in the present moment and the associated thoughts, feelings, and emotions that come to the surface. They assist people in being able to relate better with others and to feel better about themselves. The group experience can create a greater capacity to establish healthy boundaries with others, contributing to more fulfilling and enjoyable relationships.
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Codependency
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Interpersonal Skills
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Boundaries
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Communication
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Assertiveness
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Needs & Wants
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Authenticity
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Moderation
SPECIAL FOCUS TREATMENTS
Addictions
Facing the possibility that we may have an addiction can be confronting, and tragically the stigma of addiction often prevents people from getting the help they need. Understanding addiction, how it can take hold, and what is required to live free of its grip is essential to recovery. When clients are armed with the facts, guided to the right support and held through the journey of healing happy and joyous lives are possible.
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Alcohol & Drugs
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Sex, Love & Relationships
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Disordered Eating & Eating Disorders
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Codependency
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Gambling & Debting
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Work Addiction
Love Sex & Relationships
People are wired for connection, and desiring a fulfilling intimate partnership is a very natural instinct. However relationships can for many be a baffling process that has us engaging in destructive behaviours, relationships that create more pain and disconnection than love and intimacy, or choosing to live alone because it’s all too painful. Both Individual and Couples Counselling can assist in understanding why we engage in unhealthy patterns and build skills to assist in moving towards behaviours that enable us to have the love, sex and intimacy we desire and maintain long-lasting and fulfilling partnerships. Group Therapy targeted to explore relationship issues can assist in understanding & uncovering problematic behaviours in a supportive and healing environment that affirms you are not alone.
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Attachment & Trauma
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Healing past relationship wounds
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Love Addiction & Love Avoidance: are you in “the dance”
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Sex Addiction, Co-Sex Addiction & Betrayal Trauma
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Anorexia (absence of sex & relationships in life)
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Sex & Intimacy
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Towards healthy relationships
New Clients 15-min Consult
Complimentary 15-min Consult for new clients.
Finding the right therapist is vital to ensure you achieve the outcomes you desire from therapy. A positive therapeutic relationship is one where you feel safe to allow someone into your private world.
An initial 15 minute phone or online consultation can help you assess if we are a good fit that will ensure a positive therapeutic outcome for you.
After the consultation we can make a decision to proceed to an initial session where treatment goals can be explored.
Please complete the form below and we will be in touch to arrange a date and time that suits you.
UPCOMING PROGRAM
12 Week Therapeutic Women's Group
Explore your relationship to Love Sex and Intimacy in a safe and supportive therapeutic space
Register your interest or submit your enquiry admin@helenoconnortherapist.com
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ACCREDITATION & WORK HISTORY
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Graduate Certificate of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Torrens University)
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Graduate Diploma of Counselling and Psychotherapy (Torrens University)
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Masters of Counselling & Psychotherapy (Torrens University)
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South Pacific Private (Primary Therapist)
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Seasons Bali Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre (Senior Counsellor)
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The Sydney Retreat: Addiction Recovery Centre (Senior Client Support)
CONTACT
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