"You don't have to be optimistic - you just have to stay curious about how things could shift, in some capacity".
HELLO, I'M JOANNA.
I have lived in the Adelaide Hills for over 20 years and I love being part of the community (socially and professionally)! I have also lived in QLD and the Middle East - but nothing beats the beauty and relaxed pace of the Adelaide Hills. In 2021, after years of working in schools as a Teacher and Counsellor, I opened Talking Heads Counselling. I strive to create a genuine and thoughtful counselling space as I am passionate about helping individuals to better understand their thoughts, emotions and behaviours. I place great importance on what my clients can do and how we can work collaboratively to meet their goals and enhance their wellbeing. The therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of therapeutic success, so it is my number one priority to ensure you feel heard, respected and cared for during each counselling session. It's important that you find the right fit for you, and maybe I might be it!
I have experience working with a range of presentations - please see Services for more details. However, my area of interest lies with Anxiety and Perfectionism, particularly in relation to school, university or workplace pressures. I also enjoy supporting clients to build interpersonal capacity and skills.
Bachelor of Psychological Science | Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling | Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching & Learning
College/School Counsellor (R-12: Independent & Department Schools) | Wellbeing Leader/Coordinator (Years 8-12: Department School) | Support Coordinator & Recovery Coach | Psychology Teacher (Years 8-12: Independent School)
HELLO, WE'RE COLLIN & PHIL.
Phil (L) and Collin (R) are two sausages who want nothing more than to sit on your lap, have a pat or go for a (short) walk.
We like: attention, walking, tennis balls and napping
We don't like: not being the centre of attention, small children and big dogs
If you would like Collin & Phil to join us, please advise via your booking notes and they will attend when and where possible. Requests made at the time of booking do not guarantee their attendance, as this is dependent on other clients who are booked in that day. Please note; C&P attend sessions for clients aged 12+, and they do not attend initial consultations as Joanna likes to reserve judgement as to whether they will be a good fit for each client.