I've always been a good listener: accepting, empathetic, encouraging. But 15 years ago I was sitting in a hospital waiting room with my mother in law, waiting to see yet another doctor for some more bad news about her terminal illness, and I realised that there was nothing in the world to me that felt more important -- that supporting her during this intense time was fulfilling to me in ways that nothing else was. That was where I discovered that I needed to be working more directly supporting people in crisis.

At the same time, I didn't have much in the way of support myself, and so on the advice of a friend I went outside my comfort zone, began exploring mindfulness and meditation, living with more presence, listening to buddhist dharma talks & reading taoist texts.

The experience absolutely changed my life, propelling  me to gain my Bachelor of Counselling (and now my pursue my masters), and change my career to be a full time counsellor and therapist.

My typical client is someone who is struggling with a life crisis or is dissatisfied with an aspect of their life, who is challenged by overwhelm and feeling stuck, unable to move forward to their goals. I help them by providing a safe space where they can be empowered to explore, learn new skills, and get themselves moving.

I work primarily with people online via telehealth sessions, which can be booked (first is free!) through my website, angelabennett.com.au