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Counsellor, Coach and Developmental Therapist

Mary Brannigan

Mary is a dedicated and compassionate counsellor who has worked in mental health sector for four years and achieved a credentials in Counselling, Health and Social care, which gives her a diverse range of experience and practice to draw from during therapy. Her passion lies in working with children and making a positive impact on their emotional well-being. With a strong foundation in counselling techniques and theories, Mary is well prepared to support young minds through life’s challenges. 

 

Mary approaches her work with genuine empathy and understanding. She believes in creating a safe space where client and children can express their feelings and fears without judgement. With a client-centered approach, she tailors her strategies to meet the unique needs of each client or child, to ensure the best therapeutic journey for each client and child individually. 

 

Mary is a firm believer of the power of  Play therapy. Using creative and age-appropriate activities to help the children best express themselves and built reliance. Mary actively involves parents in paediatric counselling process. She believes that strong partnership between parents, children and counsellor leads to better outcomes. Her goal is to see life changing transformations in children and bringing joy to families. 

 

Mary’s warm and friendly demeanour makes her approachable to clients of all ages. She looks forward to making a difference in the lives of adults, families and young ones by helping them navigate the complexities of life, relationships, emotions, communication confidence and just simply growing up.

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Counselling Therapy & Coaching Services

  • Autism - ESDM (Early Start Denver Model)

  • Behaviour Therapy

  • Bullying and Harassment

  • Cognitive Development Therapy

  • Dependence, co-dependency and independence

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Developmental Delay

  • Family Therapy

  • Guilt, Shame, Forgiveness and Trust

  • Mindfulness

  • Paediatric Therapy

  • Play Therapy

  • Relationships

  • Social Media Healthy Practice

  • Speech Therapy and Voice Production​

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Interventions

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Play Therapy, ESDM, Motivational Interviewing, Art Therapy, Drama Therapy,  Visualisation, Speech Therapy, Voice Production.

Education

  • Diploma of Counselling

  • Diploma of Health and Social Care

  • Certificate in ESDM

Registration & Memberships

  • Member of Australian Counselling Association

  • Working with Children Check (Victoria)

Corporate

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> NDIS 

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Victoria Clinics

Queensland Clinics

Acua - Caroline Springs Clinic
Stevenson House Community Centre

10 Stevenson Cres, Caroline Springs VIC 3023    

1300 777 100​

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Acua - Essendon North Clinic
326 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3041        

1300 777 100​

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Acua - Prahran Clinic
Suite 3 / 32 St Edmonds Rd, Prahran VIC 3181

1300 777 100

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Acua - Epping Clinic
Galada Community Centre

10A Forum Way, Epping VIC 3076        

1300 777 100​

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Acua - Hoppers Crossing Clinic
63 Heaths Road, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029        

1300 777 100​

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Acua - Tarneit Clinic
Shop 4B, 1 Madden Boulevard, Tarneit VIC 3029

1300 777 100

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​​​​Acua - Burleigh North Clinic

Level 2, 1970 Gold Coast Highway, Miami QLD 4221

1300 777 100       

Acknowledgement of Country & Diversity

Acua acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Australian land and waters, and we pay our respect to all Elders past, present and emerging.

Acua celebrates the diversity of its clients, team members and community who come from all regions of the globe to contribute to our unique Australian identity and lifestyle. 

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