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  Welcome to Holistic Counsellor
  I am Raji Samprathi, a certified practising counsellor. In my practice, I provide you with a safe space to share your story, will listen to you with respect, empathy and without judgment and help you find your path of healing and recovery. It is your story and journey, and it would be my privilege to guide you with kindness, compassion and practical strategies towards a life filled with peace and joy.
  I use an integrated approach to therapy – including the use of Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and various mindfulness practices and interventions. I am also an accredited Lifeline Crisis support telephone counsellor. Within this role I have gathered experience working with a broad spectrum of people presenting with widely diverse concerns – including money issues, relationship concerns, self-esteem, addiction, loneliness, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, suicide ideation and other mental health concerns.
  I have a special interest in helping people address their long-term anxiety, chronic stress and loneliness. I am also passionate about helping people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities as I am part of this growing community.
  As I am also an experienced naturopath, I bring a holistic lens to my practice. Understanding how biology interacts with psychology can be a game changer to achieve improved health outcomes. While I offer both naturopathic and counselling appointments separately, I bring insight and knowledge from both modalities into each consultation.
  If you’re looking for a safe space to talk and be heard, please book an appointment by calling, emailing or using the link below. I provide counselling online and in-person.
  Empathy has no script.
  There is no right way or wrong way to do it.
  It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment,
  emotionally connecting and communicating that incredibly healing message
  ‘you’re not alone’.
  – Brene Brown
  Consultations available in person or online
  Walk and Talk Sessions in nature are available on request.
  Initial Consultation | $ 120 |
  Package of 5 counselling sessions | $ 500 |
  Holistic Package (Counselling + Naturopathy) 3 Sessions | $ 300 |
  I cannot thank you enough for your calm and reassuring guidance during my health crisis. Your detailed advice on medication, diet, exercise, and stress management was a huge assuring ray of positivity when I was facing the frightening reality of a potential diabetic coma.
  Your support and expertise have made an incredible difference, helping me to turn my health around in just two weeks.
  Your assurance and comprehensive approach have not only alleviated my anxieties but have also set me on a path to long-term well-being. Thank you.
  Frequently asked questions
  Do I need a GP referral?
  You do not need a mental health care plan from your GP to access counselling services. You can a book a session when you are ready to start your counselling journey.
  Can I claim Medicare rebate/Private health insurance?
  Medicare or health fund rebates are not available for counselling.
  Can I access counselling under the NDIS plan?
  Yes, it is available if you are either plan-managed or self-managed.
  NDIS participants requiring counselling must have ‘Improved Daily Living’ included in their NDIS plans.
  Improved Daily Living provides funds for accessing allied health professionals. People with disability can use part of or the entire Improved Daily Living budget for counselling if it relates to their short-term goals.
  How many sessions will I need?
  The number of sessions required is unique to every individual. A realistic timeline is something we can establish in the first session.
  How long is a session?
  Each session will last 50mins
  What is your cancellation policy?
  You can reschedule or cancel appointments up to 48 hours in advance. Any cancellations made with less than 48 hours’ notice, or missed sessions, will incur the full fee.
  Privacy and confidentiality
  All information that you share with me will be held in strict confidence. I will provide a comprehensive overview of my confidentiality policy at the beginning of our first session. You can email me any questions or concerns you may have about this policy so that you feel safe.
  Life gives you plenty of time to do whatever you want to do if you stay in the present moment
  – Deepak Chopra
  Counsellor + Mental Health Educator + Naturopath + Nutritionist
  My interest in health, healing and cooking began at a very young age – in my mother and great grandmother’s kitchen in India. My great grandmother practiced Ayurveda until her mid-80s and my father was a practicing GP, laying the foundation for my foray into natural medicine. Food is Medicine was the mantra in my house. The ancient Ayurvedic traditions of daily self-care, including spiritual practices such as meditation and mindfulness, were an integral part of my growing up years. I also learnt how western medicine was used alongside ancient treatment methods to restore wellness.
  My innate passion for food, health and medicine came to the fore after I moved to Australia. I felt a deep urge to delve deeper into health and healing and that led me to study Naturopathy at the Canberra Institute of Technology. What I learnt after being in practice for a few years is that best health outcomes are achieved when there is clarity around how psychology (mind) interacts with biology (the body) or vice versa. Being able to help clients navigate through their health journey is a skill. I chose to go back to university to gain skills in counselling and now I am able to bring insight and knowledge from both modalities (naturopathy and counselling) into every interaction with a client – treating the person not the illness.
  If you are looking to improve your overall health and wellbeing, feel more energised, positive and enthusiastic about engaging fully with the tapestry of life then I maybe able to help you.
  Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour
  Qualifications & Memberships
  - Masters in Counselling – In progress
  - Graduate Diploma in Counselling – University of Canberra
  - Bachelor of Science – Bangalore University
  - Master of Communication – Bangalore University
  - Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy – Canberra Institute of Technology
  - Certificate in Clinical Ayurveda – Yoga Therapy Institute
  - Trained and qualified Yoga Teacher – Bangalore
  - Accredited Lifeline Telephone Crisis Support Counsellor – Volunteer
  - Volunteer Mental Health Educator with Mental Illness Education ACT
  - Registered member of Australian Natural Therapists Association
  - Certified Practising Counsellor with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
  - Member of Australasian Society for Lifestyle Medicine
  Mental health resources
  You are not alone. There is always someone to hear
  your pain and problems and to help keep you safe
  24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  Book an Appointment
  Please make a note if you are interested in a “walk and talk” session.
  You can book a face-to-face naturopathy or counselling session with me at two locations.
  Please choose the appropriate location when making your booking.
  On Mondays I work out of the Gungahlin clinic.
  On Wednesdays I am based in Cook.
  On the other three days (Tue, Thu and Fri) I offer telehealth appointments.
  You can call me or text me on
  0426 925 148
  if you are interested in an out of hours appointment or an acute consult on any day of the week.