Catholic Practitioner
Professional online counselling for individuals, couples and families provided by people of faith.
About Us
Welcome to Catholic Practitioner
We believe that every person, couple, and family deserves a space where they can openly express their struggles, reflect on their experiences, and journey toward healing and growth. Rooted in the Catholic faith yet welcoming to all, our practice combines compassionate care with evidence-based counselling techniques to support individuals and families through life’s challenges.
Meet Me
I’m Derek, a Catholic counsellor dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families find peace and resolution. With a background in counselling and many years of experience working in the community, I bring an understanding of faith, human nature, and mental health to every session.
My approach to counselling is founded in respect for each person’s unique journey. Whether or not you share my faith, you will find a space of non-judgmental support and understanding here. I strive to be fully present to each client, providing guidance, insight, and encouragement in a setting where you are free to be yourself.
Our Mission
The mission of Catholic Practitioner is to walk alongside those who seek support and healing, empowering them to navigate life’s difficulties with strength and clarity. Inspired by the Catholic faith and values and committed to serving all, this practice can offer a blend of faith and professional counselling that acknowledges each person’s mind, heart, and soul.
Our Approach
Every person’s story is different, and every relationship faces its own unique challenges. Our counselling sessions are designed to meet you where you are. Whether working one-on-one, as a couple, or as a family, I take the time to understand your needs and goals. Sessions are tailored to provide practical strategies grounded in proven psychological principles, with a compassionate approach that respects each person’s dignity and journey.
For clients interested in a faith-integrated approach, we explore ways in which your beliefs can be a source of strength and resilience in facing challenges. For those who don’t identify with a particular faith, rest assured that our practice is built on universal principles of respect, empathy, professional competence and integrity.
Our Services
Because modern technology is so accessible, Catholics should be able to access professional counselling wherever they have internet access. Below are a number of services we provide. When you make your appointment, let us know what support we can offer.
If we don't have what you're looking for, message us through our contact form. We want to make sound Catholic relationship and mental health support available to everyone and we will try to assist your situation, if possible.
Contact Us
You can contact us through the contact form below. Our aim is to provide reliable, professional, counselling services to people of faith, by people of faith, wherever you are in the world. If you have any questions whatsoever please don't hesitate to contact us.
Book Appointment
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Operating Hours
Use our online booking system. If we don't have availability at the times that best suit you please send us a message through the contact form and we will try to accommodate your needs.
Sunday: Closed
Individual Counselling
Whether you're facing anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, or seeking personal growth, our individual counselling sessions provide a supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we’ll work towards resilience, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Couple Counselling
For couples experiencing communication barriers, conflict, intimacy issues or relationship challenges, our couples counselling offers a safe, guided environment to reconnect and strengthen your relationship. We focus on understanding each other's needs, fostering empathy, and building healthier, lasting bonds.
Family Counselling
Family dynamics can be complex, and addressing them often brings clarity and harmony to the home. Our family counselling sessions support families in managing conflict, improving communication, and navigating parenting challenges with understanding and unity.
Spiritual Accompaniment
In the spirit of Pope Francis’ call to walk with others, our spiritual accompaniment offers a journey of faith and discernment. This service is designed for those seeking a deeper connection with God, clarity in their spiritual lives, or support through life's challenges. Together, we explore your experiences, insights, and hopes, allowing space for reflection, growth, and the presence of the Holy Spirit as a gentle guide along the way.
Book an appointment online
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Our Team
Using Catholic Practitioner, you can have confidence knowing our counsellors are highly trained with post graduate qualifications in the Discipline of Counselling and people of faith. By faith we mean that all our counsellors are:
Practicing Catholics.
Well formed in Catholic teaching and Theology.
People with a personal prayer life.
Actively engaged in their Catholic community and service.
Frequently Asked Questions
All our counsellors are people of faith. By this, we mean that they are practising Catholics and people of prayer. They are formed in faith and seek to honour their relationship with God in their own personal lives.
All our counsellors hold a Master of Counselling tertiary qualification and are experienced in both individual and couple counselling and belong to a national accrediting body.
No problem! Our service aims to provide a safe place for people of faith. However, we also aim to hold a safe place for everyone. Many people who aren't Catholic or people of faith access our services simply because they like the values that guide people of faith. If you're not someone of faith, please let us know, and we'll continue to provide you with sound professional counselling expertise.
Unfortunately, not at this stage. These rebates are typically only available through a registered psychologist. However, even after the rebate, most clients find our fees comparable or better to those of typical psychological services.