Ariel Schlesinger
Counsellor with Lived Experience, N/A
Verified by Connecting Mental Health
I focus on Client focused, Positive Psychology, Solutions focused
In my practice I use the knowledge gained from my studies in Psychology and my 10+ years of experience to empower my clients along their journeys. Having what is called Lived Experience (I have both chronic mental and physical illness) helps me to be able to empathise on a deep level which I have found helps in speeding up the most necessary stage of therapy: building rapport (I offer an initial free conversation to ensure that my clients feel this will be possible). My main aim is to help my clients with the situation they are facing Now and to move forward in their lives in the best way possible. I offer assistance with most situations that my clients need a hand with. I am not a "niche" guy. I have lived experience with everything from Parenting, Living with a Disability, LGBTIQ+ related issues, Drug and Alcohol addiction, Men's Health, to the overwhelming psychological processes that are caused by specific experiences (death of a loved one, major life changes, etc). I also enjoy working with clients who are mostly "well" but feel that something is missing in their lives. As partially mentioned above, I have a wide variety of Lived Experience, all of which has left me with a somewhat unique perspective on what constitutes a "rich and fulfilled" life- the gifts of this perspective are something that I love sharing.
My Practice at a Glance
North Lismore, New South Wales, 2480, Australia
Available Telehealth
I offer sessions on 7 Days (by appointment)
I focus on Client focused, Positive Psychology, Solutions focused
I see Adolescent, Adult, Elders, Family, Individuals, Couples, Gender, Sexuality
Rates & Rebates
Individual Sessions $$100/session (1-1.5hrs)
Couple Sessions $$150/session (1-1.5hrs)
Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
In my practice I use the knowledge gained from my studies in Psychology and my 10+ years of experience to empower my clients along their journeys. Having what is called Lived Experience (I have both chronic mental and physical illness) helps me to be able to empathise on a deep level which I have found helps in speeding up the most necessary stage of therapy: building rapport (I offer an initial free conversation to ensure that my clients feel this will be possible). My main aim is to help my clients with the situation they are facing Now and to move forward in their lives in the best way possible. I offer assistance with most situations that my clients need a hand with. I am not a "niche" guy. I have lived experience with everything from Parenting, Living with a Disability, LGBTIQ+ related issues, Drug and Alcohol addiction, Men's Health, to the overwhelming psychological processes that are caused by specific experiences (death of a loved one, major life changes, etc). I also enjoy working with clients who are mostly "well" but feel that something is missing in their lives. As partially mentioned above, I have a wide variety of Lived Experience, all of which has left me with a somewhat unique perspective on what constitutes a "rich and fulfilled" life- the gifts of this perspective are something that I love sharing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)(Psychology)
Specialises In
- Anxiety
- Addictive behaviours
- Chronic health
- Counselling
- Depression
- Disability
- Drugs & Alcohol
- Family
- Gender
- Grief & loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Men's Health
- Mood disorders
- Psychosis
- Sex
- Teams - Workplace
Experience & Expertise
Top Expertise
- Private Practice 10+ years.
Area Of Interests
- Lived Experience
- LGBTQIA+
- Men's health
- Relationships
- Parenting
- Spirituality
- Creativity.
Primary Location
North Lismore, New South Wales, 2480, Australia
My Practice at a Glance
North Lismore, New South Wales, 2480, Australia
Available Telehealth
I offer sessions on 7 Days (by appointment)
I focus on Client focused, Positive Psychology, Solutions focused
I see Adolescent, Adult, Elders, Family, Individuals, Couples, Gender, Sexuality
Rates & Rebates
Individual Sessions $$100/session (1-1.5hrs)
Couple Sessions $$150/session (1-1.5hrs)
Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible