Christopher Cole
About
I have been practising as a relationship counsellor for the past 19 years, in which time I have focused on individual, couples, family, family and domestic violence, and most recently coronial counselling. Since 2021 I have channeled my energies into trauma-informed counselling, completing 400hrs on-line study with Dr Gabor Maté in Compassionate Inquiry over the last three years. This psychotherapeutic approach recognises that the primary source of suffering is our disconnection from the deepest... I have been practising as a relationship counsellor for the past 19 years, in which time I have focused on individual, couples, family, family and domestic violence, and most recently coronial counselling. Since 2021 I have channeled my energies into trauma-informed counselling, completing 400hrs on-line study with Dr Gabor Maté in Compassionate Inquiry over the last three years. This psychotherapeutic approach recognises that the primary source of suffering is our disconnection from the deepest parts of ourselves, often caused by childhood and intergenerational trauma. With the right attention, this connection can be restored. I am passionate about supporting communities and individuals who grapple with minority stress - LGBTIQA+, neurodivergent, those living with mental health diagnoses, and Indigenous folk. I bring a trauma-informed, person-centred, humanistic lens to walking beside people as they navigate their individual healing journeys ... Read more
Languages
English
Therapies
Membership of professional associations
- Australian Counselling Association
Education and Training
- 2024 – Certificate of Completion: six month Mentorship Program – Compassionate Inquiry: Dr Gabor Maté – Ontario, Canada
- 2022 – Certificate of Completion: year long on-line training – Compassionate Inquiry - Dr Gabor Maté – Ontario, Canada
- 2005 – Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling – University of Canberra – Australian Capital Territory
- 2001 – Bachelor of Community Education – University of Canberra – Australian Capital Territory
- 1978 – Graduate Diploma in Education – University of Melbourne – Melbourne, Victoria
- 1977 – Bachelor of Arts (hons) – Monash University – Melbourne, Victoria
Working hours (GMT+10:00) Sydney
Christopher’s studio location
Googong, New South Wales, Australia
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While we have limited control over the way that life happens to us, we can become better... While we have limited control over the way that life happens to us, we can become better resourced in managing the stresses that move through our lives in less reactive, and more responsive ways. I invite you into recognising, and stepping away from maladaptive coping mechanisms, and into reconnecting with your authentic self. Finding compassion for yourself opens up possibilities for growth and forgiveness ... Read more
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