Rate Wafaa 'Wendy' Fayad

Everyone holds the key to their happiness and the potential to change their situation. I respect your desire to seek counselling; it is a brave decision that requires self-awareness and commitment. You are the only person who can decide your degree of happiness and the quality of your life. My role as a counsellor is to guide you to develop a positive perspective and discover your inner strength. I want to be by your side to help you overcome challenges, prove a new perspective, and boost your self-esteem and recovery.

I have collaborated with individuals who were stressed and young adults who had suicidal thoughts, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and abuse. I also aid the clients in building motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Provide resources to increase their sense of self-worth and trust issues. My clients include teenagers, adults, young adults, and those who are suffering from trauma, anxiety, and depression. My interactions with my clients are based on true empathy, participation, and the belief that they are experts in their journey of problems and solutions.

I treat each client individually, guiding, respecting and understanding their needs. I listen without passing judgment and provide a safe and comfortable environment to help clients gain trust in our session and minimize their fear of judged when overcoming obstacles. I describe therapy approaches that address individual requirements to help clients see things differently and boost their self-worth.

I speak both English and Arabic. I am a member of the Australian Counselling Association, a college supervisor who supervises counsellors, and a member of the Mental Health Academy, which helps me advance my professional development by incorporating recent studies and concepts into our practice. I have four years of professional experience and supervision, and seven years of volunteer work, clinical practice, and coordination with a refugee organisation.