FAQs

What is Nature-Based Counselling?

Nature-Based Counselling (also known as Outdoor Therapy) is a type of therapy that falls under the umbrella term ‘talking therapies’. It gives clients the option to discuss their problems outside of the traditional therapy room – with sessions taking place in a safe and confidential outdoor environment. A range of activities can be integrated.

What is Therapeutic Mentoring?

Therapeutic Mentoring is a relational, goal-directed support service available to people of all ages. The focus is on offering practical support so participants can work towards their goals in a real life setting – building capacity, confidence and life participation.

How do I know which service is right for me?

Nature-Based Counselling is designed for deeper therapeutic intervention and emotional healing, while Therapeutic Mentoring focuses on skill-building for the real world. The service that is most beneficial for an individual will depend on what they’re experiencing and what they need most. Some people can benefit from both (delivered at separate points in their journey, or concurrently, when practical and therapeutic supports are needed side by side).

What does a ‘person centred’ approach really mean?

A person-centred or client-led approach places the focus on developing an appreciation of each client as an individual – and adjusting our approach to suit their needs, interests and preferences. It’s the opposite of a ‘one size fits all’ approach, and very much aligns with the NDIS philosophy that clients should have choice, control, and active involvement in all decisions related to the support they receive.

What kind of activities can sessions involve?

There are plenty of options. A few include bushwalking or beachcombing, mountain biking, fishing, lawn games, swimming, skateboarding and surfing. The list is always growing – and if you have a particular interest, we’d love to try to accommodate it, so please drop us a line to chat.

How many sessions do you recommend?

At Fearless Therapies, we are passionate about providing a service dedicated to supporting clients to achieve their goals and flourish in as short a time as possible. The number of sessions required will be discussed and planned in consultation with the client and/or their family.

What is the cost for a Counselling session?

Sessions typically run for an hour to an hour and a half in length. They are charged at $156 an hour (exclusive of GST).  Depending on location travel costs may also be payable. 

Where do you operate?

Fearless Therapies is based in Newcastle, and we support clients across the Post Stephens and Hunter region.