Mariane Fernando

Mariane Fernando is a highly accomplished counsellor with many years of experience in the field. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and Victorian Counsellors Inc. Mariane provides counselling to adults, couples, and families across a range of diverse settings.

Mariane is dedicated and passionate about collaborating with her clients to develop effective strategies tailored to their needs. She considers counselling an opportunity to create meaningful change. By delving into areas of concern and uncovering the core issues and their impacts, Mariane helps her clients establish the conditions necessary for positive change and growth. Through this approach, each counselling session is a positive and uplifting experience. Mariane is devoted to assisting clients in discovering new methods to navigate life's challenges.

Each session with Mariane is personalised to address the client's needs. Mariane employs an integrated, client-centred approach, incorporating various contemporary counselling models, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness and Strength-based therapy. Mariane believes that counselling is an enriching experience and enjoys seeing her clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and mastering new skills and strengths. By fostering a new mindset, Mariane empowers her clients to navigate and thrive during life's challenging moments.

• Diploma of Counselling