Rowena Usher she/her
I graduated from the University of Sydney Social Work Program in 2002 with Honours. Since then, I have worked in private practice (establishing The Orchard Counselling Service), for Centrelink, as a generalist counsellor for the Greater Newcastle Cluster Community Health, on call for sexual assault services and casually for the University of Newcastle. I have been providing counselling throughout this time and am trained in Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am sensitive to the uniqueness of each person and situation and offer a thoughtful, empathic and creative service.
I have co-authored an article published in the 'International Journal of Narrative Therapy' and have provided supervision for social worker, social work students and other professionals. I have provided training in utilising Narrative Therapy in visual ways and have facilitated groups for men and women who have experienced trauma.
I have experience in providing counselling for people across all age groups struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma and body image. I am particularly interested in combining counselling with physical activity and the natural environment. I regularly offer walking counselling sessions or sessions in the natural environment.
Offering face to face appointments at New Lambton on Tuesdays and Nelson Bay Monday, Wednesday and Thursdays. There are always options for tele/videohealth as needed.