Counsellor

At Embraced Counselling Services, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional support to those seeking a trusted counsellor to guide them through life’s challenges. Amanda LaBrea, a highly qualified counsellor with a bachelor’s degree in counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology, offers a safe and nurturing environment where you can begin your journey toward healing and empowerment. With registration as a clinical member of PACFA, Amanda combines her expertise and personal understanding to address your unique needs effectively.
Amanda’s approach as a counsellor focuses on helping individuals rebuild their sense of self after experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, or other life stressors. She understands how these experiences can make life feel overwhelming and is committed to helping you rediscover wholeness and safety. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges or seeking support for complex trauma, Embraced Counselling Services ensures your voice is heard and your feelings are valued.
We take pride in offering a tailored approach to therapy, allowing you to work collaboratively with a counsellor who truly cares about your well-being. Whether you prefer the flexibility of online sessions or the connection of face-to-face appointments, Amanda ensures your comfort and convenience every step of the way. Our specialized services also extend to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, ensuring an inclusive and understanding space for all.
Choosing Embraced Counselling Services means taking a courageous step toward personal growth, healing, and transformation. As your counsellor, Amanda will help you identify your concerns, set meaningful goals, and equip you with the tools to lead a more fulfilling life. Contact Amanda today at 0410 616 174 and experience the difference of working with a counsellor who is genuinely dedicated to your journey of self-discovery and well-being. Let’s create a brighter future together.

Making space to understand & prioritise yourself

Telling your story, and making space for your varying feelings, in front of another person is courageous, empowering, and often healing. The human experience is an exhausting one. Acknowledging its impact on your functioning, and where that comes from, can help you access a greater sense of meaning, purpose and enjoyment life has to offer.

Determine Your Needs and Goals

Identify Your Issues: What do you want to work on? Anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, stress, or something else? Different therapists specialize in various areas.
Set Goals: Think about what you want to achieve through therapy. Do you want to gain coping skills, process emotions, or change behaviors?

Online or in-person — it’s your choice

Connect however you feel most comfortable, whether it’s virtual or face-to-face.

Have an Initial Consultation

Many therapists offer a brief initial consultation (either free or at a reduced rate). Use this time to ask questions about their approach, experience, and whether they think they can help you with your specific issues.

Clinical Counsellor

Hello! I am Amanda LaBraea

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

We will get in touch with you

During your intake appointment we will gather more information to identify your unique needs and work with you to develop your plan.

Need assistance? Request a call now

We offer counselling service in both Geelong and Melbourne Locations.

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Psychotherapist Geelong

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E : amanda@embracedcounselling.com.au

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Geelong VIC