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Feel At Home Within Yourself

Do you look like you're coping on the outside, while quietly feeling exhausted inside?

You may have been carrying so much for so long that you've lost sight of what you need. You might feel caught between others’ expectations and your own values, constantly questioning yourself, overthinking, and wondering why life feels so heavy.

Here, you'll find a compassionate space to slow down, make sense of what’s been shaping you, and begin to trust your own voice again.

Online Psychotherapy Across Australia and Internationally.

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Saying YES when you meant NO… then feeling stretched or drained later.

Replaying conversations in your head, wondering if you sounded wrong, too much, or not enough.

Feeling responsible for how other people feel, even when you know it’s not all yours to carry.

Working hard to meet expectations, yet still feeling like it’s never quite enough.

Feeling torn between different parts of your life - family, culture, relationships, and the version of life you’re trying to build for yourself.

From the outside, you might look like you’re managing things well. But inside, it can feel like quiet pressure, doubt, or exhaustion that never fully switches off.

Over time, it can become harder to know what you actually feel, need, or want … without questioning it.

You Might Recognise Some Of These Patterns In Your Life

Therapy offers a steady space to slow down and begin making sense of what you’ve been carrying, often for a long time.

Rather than rushing to “fix” things, we focus on gently making sense of your experience, so it becomes less overwhelming and more understandable.

Over time, you may begin to notice subtle but meaningful shifts:

more clarity in your decisions
feeling less caught in cycles of self-doubt and overthinking
a stronger sense of your own needs
experiencing more internal steadiness and clarity

This is not about becoming someone different. It’s about no longer abandoning yourself to cope.

How Therapy Helps and What Change Looks Like Over Time

Accredited EMDR therapist, registered psychotherapist and counsellor with a focus on a compassionate, evidence-based approach.
We work with adults and older teens navigating identity, relationships, and deeper self-connection. This may include those from mixed or immigrant backgrounds or caught between differing expectations and values. People seek therapy during transitions (career choices, moving countries, relationship or identity shifts, new roles like parenthood) while managing strong family expectations. These moments raise questions: Who am I becoming? Where do I belong? How can I live authentically? Underlying this is a desire for clarity, meaning, and returning to oneself.

We move at the pace that feels safe and supportive for you

What It’s Like To Work Together

Therapy at Somira is calm, relational, and guided by what feels safe for you.

You don't need to have the right words or know exactly where to begin. Together, we'll gently explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity, helping you reconnect with your own voice and feel more at home within yourself.

Drawing on integrative psychotherapy, somatic approaches, and EMDR, I offer a space where every part of your story, including your relationships, culture, and lived experience, is welcomed with curiosity and compassion.

Many people wonder if what they're carrying is "enough" for therapy. You don't have to wait until things feel unbearable to begin therapy. A free 15-minute consultation is simply an opportunity to meet, understand how I work, and see whether we’re the right fit for each other.

You were never meant to abandon yourself just to keep a connection.

You deserve relationships, including the one with yourself, where you do not have to disengage to belong.

Somira Psychotherapy offers a warm, supportive space to reconnect with yourself with compassion and care.

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Free Initial Consultation

15 minutes

A free 15-minute conversation to ask questions and to see if this service feels right for you

Telehealth Session

50 minutes @A$160.00

50 minutes of video-based therapy session

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Frequently Asked Questions

No referral is required to book a session.
Sessions are not eligible for a Medicare rebate or a Mental Health Care Plan rebate from your GP.
If you hold private health insurance with extras cover for psychology or counselling (such as AHM, Medibank, HCF, BUPA, or ARHG), you may be able to claim a partial rebate directly through your fund. I recommend checking your level of cover and claimable amount with your provider before booking, as this varies by policy.
All sessions are self-pay, with payment due at the time of your appointment.
We provide trauma-informed psychotherapy that is culturally sensitive and collaborative. Sessions focus on helping you understand your inner world, explore patterns, and reconnect with your strengths and voice, at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
Therapy can help anyone feeling uncertain, self-doubting, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their own voice. Many clients seek support for anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or processing past experiences. Everyone’s journey is unique, and therapy is tailored to your needs.
The number of sessions varies depending on your goals, needs, and pace. Some clients find relief in a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing support over months. We will discuss this together as your therapy unfolds. There is no fixed requirement, and it’s always collaborative.
Standard sessions are 50 minutes long. The frequency varies based on your needs and preferences. Some clients start weekly to build momentum, while others opt for every two weeks. We can talk about what feels manageable during your first consultation.
Yes, we offer Telehealth sessions via secure video, allowing clients to attend from a private and comfortable space. Online therapy is just as effective and meaningful as in-person sessions, and we’ll take time to make sure the space and process feel safe for you.
The first session is about creating a gentle space to slow down and begin getting to know each other, whilst exploring what has brought you to therapy and noting what feels present in your body and inner world. In ongoing sessions, we work collaboratively with emotions, patterns, and bodily responses, gradually building awareness and a sense of safety. There is no checklist and no right way to do therapy. We tailor the process to your individual needs.
Fees and cancellation policies are clearly outlined on the Fees & Policies page. We aim to make therapy accessible whilst keeping appointments safe and respectful.
If you need to reschedule or cancel an appointment, please provide at least 48 hours’ notice. Life happens, and we understand that plans sometimes change. We ask for notice where possible so the time can be offered to another client. Full details about fees and notice periods are outlined in the Fees & Policies page.
Yes. Everything shared in the session is confidential and treated with the utmost care.
Please note that we are legally required to act if there are safety concerns or a risk of serious harm. For more details, please see our Privacy page.
Yes. I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to clients based in Australia and internationally, apart from the USA and Canada. Sessions are delivered via secure telehealth and scheduled in Australian Eastern Time.