Placid Waters
Counselling & Psychotherapy
Hello, I'm Raeleen and I'd be honoured to walk alongside you
I am passionate about mental health and wellbeing, and I'm committed to supporting people on their personal journeys. I hold a Master of Counselling and am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist with the Australian Counselling Association.
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My approach is warm, client-centred, trauma-informed, holistic and culturally attuned while always respecting each person's autonomy, values, and lived experience. With a special interest in mental health counselling and working with people from diverse backgrounds, I use evidence-based interventions to help clients build self-awareness, emotional regulation, practical coping and problem-solving skills, and resilience while nurturing a stronger sense of self-worth, self-compassion, and belonging.
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As a therapist, my personal experience has helped to deepen my empathy for others and understanding of the many layers that can affect mental health. I genuinely believe that through compassionate, collaborative work in a safe, inclusive space, meaningful and sustainable change is possible. Together, we can uncover your strengths, explore new perspectives, and take steps towards a life that feels more manageable and fulfilling for you.
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Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Mental Health and Wellbeing
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Loneliness and isolation
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Stress
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Overwhelm
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Emotional exhaustion
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Burnout
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Self-esteem, self-confidence and self-worth issues
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Life Transitions and Challenges
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Work, financial and/or study pressures
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Grief and loss
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Family and relationship issues
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Exploring identity and self-discovery​
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Parenthood and caregiving
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Postpartum depression and/or anxiety​​
Specialised Focus
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Mental health counselling
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Trauma
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Addiction: alcohol and other drugs
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Infertility
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Women's wellness:
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hormonal changes
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perimenopause
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Therapeutic Approach
Confidentiality and Trust
Your personal information and sessions are treated with confidentiality and respect.
Personalised, Individual Therapy
1:1 Therapy sessions are tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Telehealth Counselling
Sessions are delivered via Zoom rather than in person. This allows you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own home or any other safe space that feels right for you.
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Sessions are 50 minutes priced at $120.
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Student rates are $60 for a 50-minute session.
Common Questions
What Services Are Offered?
At Placid Waters, therapy is shaped around you offering a safe, supportive space to explore whatever you're going through. Whether it's anxiety and stress, low mood, grief and loss, loneliness and isolation, infertility, or support for life challenges, therapy is tailored to your needs and situation.
How Can I Schedule an Appointment?
Reaching out is the first step, and I aim to make it as easy as possible. You can contact me by phone or email, and we can find a time that works best for you. I'll confirm your appointment or offer alternative options if needed. If life is busy, I'm happy to arrange after-hours sessions where possible, so you can access support. Once your appointment is confirmed, I will send a Zoom link to you.
What Happens During a Therapy Session?
In our sessions, you'll find a safe, confidential space where you are heard. I take time to understand your concerns and what matters most to you. Together, we'll explore your experiences, consider new perspectives, and work towards healing, growth and the changes you hope to see in your life.
To Book
​Email: raeleen.r@pwcp.com.au
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Telehealth Counselling Hours
Monday to Friday: 9 am - 5 pm
Occasional after hours and weekend sessions (Saturday or Sunday mornings) are available, please reach out to discuss options.
I acknowledge the Bunurong people of the Kulin nation as the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which I am fortunate enough to live and work today. Their wisdom and cultural heritage have enriched this place for countless generations, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow here. I honour their stories, traditions and contributions, and I commit to walking alongside them with humility, respect, and understanding.
