Cirrus Counselling

Welcome to Cirrus Counselling

My name is Derek, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and therapist based in Boronia - Victoria.  As a Social Worker I utilise Focussed Psychological Strategies to support a client in their journey towards wellness.  I assist a client to look at alternative possibilities.

Trauma is something that affects many people and for some it is debilitating: insomnia, distress, grief, addictions, triggers, social anxiety, loss of confidence, relationship issues, life meaning, self-worth, etc. You've lived with it for so long, but just imagine the possibility of sharing the burden, gaining understanding, and feeling freedom as you're released from it. I am here to understand you, to listen respectfully, and to assist in finding what's right for you.

I specialise in: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD-1) with Adults, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Group Art Therapy, LGBTI, XXY & Intersex, Trauma, Attachment repair, and Dream work.

I use a few modalities: EMDR & Flash Technique, PBSP - made famous by Bessel van der Kolk 'The Body Keeps the Score' - as the best approach to repairing disorganised attachment and healing self-worth, Transpersonal, Jungian, Art Therapy, and Sandplay approaches help with life meaning and existence issues.

I can be astute in my observations as I listen to a client’s story. I have been told I have a grounding effect that is calming. I want you to feel unburdened and understood.

"When Cirrus clouds fill the sky know that change is on the way!"

Please call to make an appointment.