Meet Ann Edvall
Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MCoun&PsychTh)
PACFA Reg.Certified Practising 31683
Hello, and welcome to my practice.
I aim to gently and compassionately establish a secure therapeutic relationship with clients, providing a safe space to build self-esteem, acceptance, and motivation to navigate challenges such as grief, stress, addiction, life transitions, depression, anxiety, work-related issues, and relationship difficulties.
I bring a wealth of life experience to my work and, as a therapist with varied professional and personal experience, understand that we all have different needs, challenges, and wounds. I strive to be fully present with you and attuned to what you need to discuss and share.
My style is warm and authentic, integrating an awareness of potential trauma into my therapeutic approach. Drawing on various therapeutic theories, I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs, considering factors such as human development, personality traits, attachment issues, past experiences, and modern psychodynamic concepts.
My practice is rooted in person-centered therapy with psychodynamic principles. When beneficial, I incorporate clinically proven modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Mindfulness also serves as a cornerstone for self-reflection and grounding.
I have experience working with a wide range of client presentations and am also skilled in facilitating group sessions.
PACFA Reg.Certified Practising 31683
Why Counselling?
It can help with
Cope with life events
Life is full of ups and downs, and coping with major events—whether joyful or challenging—can feel overwhelming. Learning healthy ways to navigate change, loss, and unexpected twists can make all the difference. From building resilience to finding support, discover strategies to manage stress, process emotions, and move forward with strength and clarity
Women's Mental Health
Helping women overcome mental health challenges requires addressing the social and political factors that contribute to their struggles. Women often face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and trauma due to systemic issues such as oppression, discrimination, gender-based violence, workplace inequality, and societal expectations. These factors can deeply impact their self-esteem, emotional well-being, and access to resources for recovery. Therapy should not only provide emotional support but also empower women by fostering resilience, self-advocacy, and coping strategies tailored to their unique experiences.
Develop Coping skills
Coping skills help manage stress, improve well-being, and enhance performance. They apply to relationships, work, addiction, and other challenges.
Manage emotions
Emotions shape our experiences, but they don’t have to control us. By managing our emotions effectively, we can enhance relationships, boost well-being, and build resilience. Whether it's stress, anger, sadness, or joy, self-awareness healthy coping strategies help us navigate life with balance and confidence. Remember, all emotions are important—they guide us, teach us, and make us human!
Improve relationships
Connection is essential to a fulfilling life, helping us grow and thrive. Strengthening relationships with partners, children, friends, and colleagues enriches our well-being and happiness.
Motivation
Motivation is the spark that propels us toward our goals and dreams. discovering what inspires you, setting clear intentions, and embracing challenges, you can build momentum to keep moving forward. Remember, motivation comes from within—nurture it, and you'll unlock your true potential!
Services
Ann has experience with presentations such as:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Trauma
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Relationships
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Life Transitions
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Grief
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Work related issues
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Emotion regulation difficulties
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Self-esteem
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Perimenopause and Menopause transitioning
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Parenting issues
Walk-and-Talk Therapy
A study on walk-and-talk therapy by Greenleaf et al. (2023) found that walking during therapy sessions boosts creativity, enhances problem-solving, and strengthens the mind-body connection. Participants reported feeling more relaxed, with improved mood and clarity. Walking increases brain blood flow, reduces stress, and triggers feel-good chemicals like endorphins and endocannabinoids.
While city life can bring distractions like noise and privacy concerns, most study participants still found walking made therapy more effective. Being outdoors can boost creativity, clarity, and relaxation. Natural settings may enhance these benefits even more, making walk-and-talk therapy a powerful way to work through challenges.
Apart from the scientific benefits, it is also more affordable for you as an individual needing therapy. Hence, there is a lower fee for this form of therapy.
Things to consider when choosing this method:
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If the weather is poor, we can reschedule or switch to a telehealth appointment.
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Before starting, I will have a phone consultation with you to discuss your needs regarding both exercise and counselling.
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You will receive a confidentiality form, ensuring the same level of privacy as a traditional therapy session.
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We will arrange a designated meeting spot for our sessions.
Testimonials
Your Mental Health Starts Here
Contact Info
Phone
Address
(02) 8806 1489
Bondi