Counselling in Petersham & Online
Welcome to Safe Spot!
What We Offer
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Adolescents (10+)
Support with anxiety, trauma, body image, life transitions, and peer issues. Learn more → -
Adults
Support navigating complex or painful relationships, burnout, or big life shifts. Learn more → -
Creative Therapies
Sand-tray, art-based, and playful approaches that help children and adults express what’s hard to put into words.
Our Approach
SafeSpot is a warm and welcoming practice. My aim is to create a space where you feel comfortable and supported. My clients frequently curl up on the lounge and bring in a drink or snacks, and I welcome this.
During sessions I'll work with you to define your goals and shape sessions in a way that feels right for you (or your child). I'm inclusive and neurodiversity-affirming and depending on what fits best for you I draw on a range of approaches, including play therapy strengths-based and solution-focused work, psychoeducation, expressive arts, and narrative therapy.
Karen Rose (she/her)
I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Therapeutic Child Play Practitioner, and the primary counsellor at Safe Spot. I'm also an Approved Victims Services Counsellor, with extensive experience supporting clients in both private practice and community settings. I'm passionate about helping people navigate life transitions (such as divorce or separation), social pressures, and relationships.
Counselling fees and rebates
Counselling sessions are $160 for adults and $170 for adolescents (ages 10–14).
Medicare rebates are available with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan. Private health also accepted (BUPA, HCF).
Get Started
Contact us anytime to ask a question, book a free phone consult, or schedule your first counselling session. Use the contact form below to get started, or feel free to give us a call.
Phone
0478 530 636
Address
317 Trafalgar St Petersham