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How can counselling help ?

If you are finding motherhood tough, you are not alone. Mother's today have more information, responsibilities and pressures than ever before. It can feel like no matter what we do, it is never enough and that we are not enough.  It is not surprising that mums are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, exhausted, burned out and depressed in increasing numbers. But this does not have to be the standard, it is possible to enjoy motherhood and feel good about this amazing role that we get to play. 

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Counselling can help mothers to process unpleasant thoughts and feelings and find different ways to cope and manage when times get tough. Counselling can help you to worry less, feel less guilt, prioritise yourself and feel better about everything you do. As a counsellor, I am a highly trained professional whose job it is to sit with you and deeply listen, without judgement, helping you to process your thoughts and feelings and make the changes you want to see. You are not alone. 

 

I am skilled in a range of modalities and we work together to find what is right for you and how your brain works. 

Common issues faced by mothers

  • Persistent worries and anxious thoughts

  • 'Mum guilt', self-doubt or feelings of not being enough

  • Feeling low, depressed or unfulfilled and not sure why

  • Identity crisis and not knowing who you are anymore

  • Putting everyone else first and feeling neglected or unsupported

  • Being dissatisfied in your relationships but not sure what to do about it

  • Feeling overwhelmed with responsibilities 

  • Feeling out of balance and like you are failing in one of more parts of life

If this is you, then you are not alone and it is possible to think and feel differently. Our feelings and thoughts can feel really big, overwhelming and untameable but they can be changed. I will work with you to understand where you are at, what you want to be different and create a plan to get you there. It can be overwhelming to do this on your own, and the good news is, you don't have to. 

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If you want to get started or to get to know me better, you can book a free 15 minute discovery call via the link below. Alternatively, if you prefer written communication, you can email me your questions instead. â€‹

Is counselling right for me? 

Counselling is a great starting point. If our teeth are sore, we go to the dentist, we go to a doctor, if we hurt a muscle we go to a physiotherapist but for some reason we often hold back from getting support with our mental health and emotional needs. We often put everyone else's needs before our own and wait for things to be in crisis and have real impacts to our life, before we get help. I am yet to meet a mother who wouldn't benefit from counselling, but ultimately you need to be ready to take the step. 

 

Counselling is a space that is all about you where you get to discuss your thoughts and feelings with a highly trained professional that will not judge you or tell you what to do. Counsellors do not diagnose, our training is focuses specifically on working with your current thoughts, feelings and beliefs and supporting clients to process them and develop new skills to manage differently. If at anytime I feel you need a diagnosis or access to something I am unable to support with, I will work with you to find someone to join your team and support you with that specific need.​

​If you are still not sure, the best way to find out is to book a free 15 minute discovery call or to email me your questions. I encourage all clients to start here and see if you think we could work well together. ​

why online sessions?

Online therapy is not for everyone and that is OK. But before you click close, know not all online experiences are created equal. I used to offer both online and in person but changed to online due to overwhelming client feedback. â€‹
I now specialise in online therapy only. It is not a second rate experience at Mumshine, I focus all my efforts on making it better than being there in person.

 

Clients love online , because:

  • Sessions are easier to fit into the day and can even be done on lunch break when WFH.

  • Clients are in their own sensory environment, making it easier to relax and regulate.

  • Clients love having pets with them and patting them during sessions. 

  • There is less executive functioning load and time/planning pressure with no commute.

  • No busy waiting rooms and crowds which can feel overwhelming, especially when we are vulnerable.

  • You can move your body in session and walk around your house or garden if you like.

  • Online boards allow space for sharing information and a place for clients to draw. 

  • Clients can type rather than talk to express themselves as they like. 

  • You can share your world with me, if you choose to. â€‹â€‹

Want to try out the online experience and see how it works for you? Book a free, 15 minute discovery call now with no obligations to try it out for yourself. ​

Working with Freya

When you work with Freya, you not only get a qualified counsellor, you get someone that really understands. Whilst no two mothering experiences are the same, there are a lot of common challenges which mums face and Freya is passionate and committed to helping mums to overcome these challenges and enjoy their motherhood journey more. Freya listens deeply to you, your experiences, your story and then works with you to develop the strategies and systems to make lasting change. 

 

Freya will not judge you or your parenting choices - she respects that you are the right parent to parent your child and that nobody else is better suited for the job - even if you don't feel that way at times. She knows and understands how hard being a mother can be. That there is no perfect choice, no 'right' or 'wrong' way to parent. She gets that you probably feel inundated with information, opinions, judgements and comparisons which make you feel like you are not enough. This is a safe space, away from all of that - for you to focus on yourself. 

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When you work with Freya you have her undivided attention as you work through your challenges. She believes counselling is a collaborative process between therapist and client, where we work as equals with different skills and experiences and that where these two worlds meet, change happens. 

About Freya

Hi, I am Freya. I am a tertiary qualified counsellor, a life coach, a mum, a business owner and also a late diagnosed AuDHDer (in no particular order). I am passionate about neuroaffirming care and working with our brains and strengths, rather than against them. In my lived experience as someone seeking therapy, and also as someone providing it - I have experienced the difference it makes when your therapist 'get's it' and supports you as a whole person. 

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As a passion area of mine I spend every moment I can learning about all things psychology, counselling and neurodiversity. I am a member of the Australian Counselling Association (member ID 25085) and have completed a range of courses to constantly evolve my practice. I love listening to neurodiversity and psychology podcasts, consuming books and engaging with the fantastic resources available, created by people within our neurodiverse community. Some courses include:

  • Graduate Diploma of Counselling - University of Canberra

  • Autism and Mental Health - Curtin Uni

  • Autism and Neurodiversity: Building Your Child's Strengths - Curtin Uni

  • ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course: Strength-based Interventions to Thrive with ADHD from Childhood to Adulthood - Pesci

  • ​Diploma of counselling - AIPC â€‹

  • Advanced Study Major, Counselling clients with addictions - AIPC

  • Advanced Study Major - Child development & effective parenting - AIPC

  • Advanced Study Major, Abuse Counselling - AIPC

  • Foundations of Psychology - University of Adelaide

  • Learning and Behaviour - University of Adelaide

  • Research Methods, design and analysis - University of Adelaide

  • Life Coaching Certification, individuals & groups - The transformation academy

A photo of Freya Corboy, Founder of mumshine and counsellor. She is standing in front of an Aboriginal Artwork smiling.

Prior to counselling I had a high powered corporate career leading large teams and complex projects. As part of this I gained my Masters of Business Administration, A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and various certifications in project management across different methodologies. This is also where my coaching journey started and I have now been coaching for over 10 years. When working with clients I draw on all of these skills and lived experiences to find the right tool for the client, especially when working on balancing the emotional and practical needs of being a mum. 

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I offer a limited number of one-on-one online appointments each week in addition to dedicated groups, short courses and free resources. My aim is to meet and support mum's where they are at.

Not sure what you need? That's OK - I am here to help. You can reach out via email with all your questions
or book a free, no obligation discovery call via the links below:

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