A Little Bit About Us

Tamara is a dedicated professional with a passion for making a positive impact on individuals and families. With a qualified practising counsellor Bachelor of Counselling (BCounsel), Tamara is the founder and principal counsellor of The Counselling Avenue a boutique counselling centre. Tamara has years of experience working with women, children and teens, with a diverse background spanning women's centres, refuges, family violence support, high schools, and telephone counselling lines, Tamara brings a wealth of experience to her work.

Throughout her career, Tamara has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to her client's well-being. Guided by a deep understanding of their unique needs, she employs a versatile approach to therapy, drawing from various therapeutic interventions. Tamara is adept at utilising person-centred techniques to create a safe and empathetic space, allowing her clients to explore their thoughts and emotions freely.

 Tamara's approach is further enriched by her application of strength-based and trauma-informed therapies. By focusing on clients' inherent strengths and resilience, she empowers them to overcome challenges and foster a sense of empowerment. Recognising the profound impact of trauma, Tamara ensures that her therapeutic methods are sensitive and responsive, facilitating the healing journey for those who have experienced trauma.

Above all, Tamara's mission is to build strong and connected individuals and families. Her dedication shines through in her interactions, where she actively collaborates with her clients to help them navigate life's complexities. She seeks to create a supportive environment where people can flourish through her work, cultivating a sense of self-worth and fostering meaningful connections.

Tamara's holistic approach and unwavering compassion have earned her a reputation as a skilled and empathetic therapist. Her multifaceted background and commitment to her clients make her a valuable asset to the community she serves. Whether in the women's centres, refuges, schools, or counselling lines, Tamara's presence is a source of comfort and guidance, facilitating transformative journeys toward strength, connection, and well-being.

At The Counselling Avenue, we focus on client wellness believing that this is not the absence of unhappiness or sadness but the presence of gratitude, happiness and hope. We work in a holistic and integrative manner to find the inner strengths that our clients bring to therapy. Working with you, we believe this is your journey and the path is paved by your needs, desires and hopes for the future.

The Counselling Avenue partners with other service providers for a holistic and integrated approach to therapy and wellness. Motivated Minds, specialise in techniques for the management of ADHD for women and children and works closely with children around their educational needs.

Sarah has a Grad Dip in Education, BA, LLB, Cert IV in Training & Assessment and a Master of Education. She has completed ADHD Coach training with the ADD Coach Academy in New York. Sarah supports her clients by providing encouragement, feedback and practical suggestions to address specific challenges as well as by supporting them and holding them accountable for following through on their goals.

*As a specialist family violence counselling service we do not offer couples therapy.

Meet the Team

Tamara How
Principal Counsellor

Sarah Flanigan
ADHD Coaching & Education Consultancy

Steve Bisignano
Personal Trainer

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