Sue is a warm, compassionate and insightful psychotherapist and counsellor, who brings broad experience across private psychiatric and clinical practice in both hospital and private settings.
Sue takes pride in building a relationship that ensures clients feel respected, understood, validated, and empowered through their journey.
Central to her approach is the belief that therapy should be a collaborative process, with extensive experience providing both individual therapeutic support and facilitating group inpatient and outpatient programs at Northern Beaches Hospital.
Providing a supportive, non-judgemental space for clients to heal, grow and reconnect with themselves, Sue meets clients exactly where they are — using clear communication to talk together and help make sense of life when it has become confusing, problematic and perplexing to move forward meaningfully.
Sue works together collaboratively with clients to support their building self-awareness and self- efficacy through working with thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
With a specific interest in working with clients to identify underlying causes of relational difficulties and life struggles, Sue aims to help clients build skills and learn strategies to reduce reliance on unhelpful coping mechanisms.
Sue holds professional registration as a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
She is guided by ongoing learning in fields including relationships, grief, addiction, anxiety, ADHD, trauma and PTSD.Her approach draws from the Gottman Method and Couples Therapy.
Sue is also qualified with The Couples Institute — The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).Psychotherapy is about deep personal change and growth.
Combining methods firmly rooted in scientific research, this integrated approach ensures effective and evidence-based support.
Together with a holistic counselling approach, Sue welcomes the opportunity to work with clients by addressing the emotional, relational and physical aspects of healing.
Please note: Medicare rebates with a Mental Health Care Plan are not eligible for use on this service.
Check with your private health fund if rebates are available (dependent on your policy and level of cover).
Email Sue at sueviljoencounselling@gmail.com to discuss any specific concerns or queries you may have about booking an initial session
Sue’s clinic is conveniently located within the Kinsight Psychology premises while operating as an independent practice. The clinic has its own dedicated space, thoughtfully designed to provide a calm, welcoming, and comfortable environment.Creating a space where clients feel safe, respected, and assured of their privacy is a central priority. Every aspect of the clinic has been carefully considered to foster a sense of comfort and security, allowing clients to relax and focus on their wellbeing from the moment they arrive.
Have questions or ready to take the next step? Reach out to Sue—she's here to help with your mental health journey. Whether you're looking for guidance, scheduling a session, or just want more information, se's got you covered.
Wednesday 8am to 6.30pm
