About Us
Andrew founded Pinnacle Counselling after he recognised the lack of male counsellors in the industry (around 10%). His ‘light-bulb’ moment happened when a friend expressed frustration that they were ‘not being listened to and understood’, and may explain why men are often reluctant to seek help.
At Pinnacle Counselling, we uphold the values of respect, trust, honesty and commitment.
We want to ensure our clients receive the best possible guidance and help. We create a safe and trusting environment where our clients can grow and realise their full potential.
How we are different
We operate a different model of counselling.
Not everyone feels comfortable lying on a therapist’s couch, so we meet our clients in a way that suits them.
Coffee counselling: we meet at a quiet cafe (or another suitable location), where we can talk and enjoy a coffee or tea. Many of our clients feel very comfortable this way, and are more open to talking as the session feels less like ‘therapy’ and more like chatting with a friend or trusted colleague.
Walk and talk: the great outdoors gives a natural boost of energy, so we walk and talk while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. We know lots of great public parks, ovals and recreation areas where we can meet, walk, or sit.
Online: a great option for those without transport or limited time available.
What you can expect from us
Compassionate and judgement-free
Seeking help from a professional counsellor can be confronting. We are proud to provide a non-judgemental, safe and welcoming place for you to be yourself.
Tailored to your needs
We will work closely with you to develop a suitable and practical plan to help you overcome or cope with your difficulties and achieve your goals.
Commitment to best practice
At Pinnacle, we believe learning is a lifelong pursuit, and remain committed to ongoing training and education to ensure we can provide the best service to our clients.
Confidentiality and privacy
Your privacy is the most important thing to us. As a Certified Practising Counsellor of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, Andrew upholds the highest standards of ethics.