Courtney McPherson, BCouns.
Trauma-Informed Counsellor | PACFA Reg. Certified Practising Counsellor (28995)

As a trauma-informed counsellor, I draw on both my professional training and personal lived experience to provide a holistic and empathetic approach to psychotherapy. I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and validating environment for clients, ensuring each individual feels supported to be their authentic self during our sessions.

I currently accept new clients for online counselling sessions, including those who are NDIS participants.

My therapeutic approach is grounded in a deep understanding of complex trauma and the impact it has on individuals. I prioritize trauma-informed care and work collaboratively with clients to foster healing, self-awareness, and growth.

 

My professional expertise includes, but is not limited to:

  • Carer and Consumer Lived Experience
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 
  • LGBTQIA+ affirming interventions
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Neurodivergent-Informed Practices
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills 
  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Facing suicidal Ideation and thoughts
  • Family Violence Support
  • Nervous System Awareness and Emotional Regulation
  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
  • Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD)

I am dedicated to providing empathetic, client-centered support, tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs.

Creating a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship is my priority, ensuring it feels right for both of us. If that’s not the case, I’ll suggest alternative support options or provide additional resources. 

Core Values

Lived Experience 

I have lived experience in accessing support as someone who has been diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. I want you to know that you are not alone, and I am here to be the support to you that I always needed, and had spent a long time searching for.

This was my reason and passion for opening Safe Now Therapy. 

Qualifications

Bachelor of Counselling with the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP)

Diploma of Autism Awareness

Diploma of Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness 

Diploma of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy 

Recent professional development undertaken: 

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • How The Body Keeps the Score with Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk - Intensive Trauma Treatment Course 
  • Understanding Abuse and Intimate partner violence 
  • Mental Health First Aid 
  • Suicide Prevention and recognition