Renee Simmons - Psychotherapist (Albury)

Areas of interest:

  • General individual counselling,

  • Mental health,

  • Neurodivergence (diagnosed and exploring),

  • Alcohol and other drugs,

  • Trauma,

  • Capacity building

  • Life coaching.

Hey there, I'm Renee, a psychotherapist here at Phoenix Wings. The difference between psychotherapy and counselling is that psychotherapy tends to be longer term and focused on deep-seated issues from across the lifespan, while counselling often addresses more short-term concerns, I can do both. Generally, I work with adults who are trying to understand themselves and find their way in life, no matter where they find themselves, especially those exploring neurodivergence and what it means for them and their lives.

Now take a minute and close your eyes. Imagine a low-light space, comfy chairs, a soft floor and calming music playing quietly. That's the space you'll walk into for an appointment with me, a low-sensory room where you can feel safe to be yourself. Want to lie on the floor? Go for it. Need to walk? Sure. Want to doodle while we talk? We can do that too. You don't have to wear shoes, and you don't have to maintain eye contact if you don't want to. Masking can be so tiring, especially in a room with a professional, but with me, you can relax a little. I'll help you untangle things, feel empowered to be yourself, build capacity where you're finding things hard, and discover your own version of freedom, whatever that looks like for you. People often tell me they leave feeling more at peace than when they arrived, not caught in the panic they came in with.

In session, I use my trusty whiteboard to explore and explain what we're discussing. It's not about talking in circles and leaving unsure, you can look, process and take in the information at your own pace. We're in no rush. Alongside my own lived experience of neurodivergence, I draw on a range of therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), tailored to your circumstances, to help you join the dots and find your way.

I look forward to meeting you, and working together to ease and untangle those tricky, confusing feelings.

Education and training

Member of Community Work Australia (ACWA).

Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology).

Graduate Diploma in Psychology.

Over 10 years' experience in counselling and leadership.

Availability

Currently available Monday and Tuesday, with out-of-hours telehealth appointments available upon request.


To complete an intake for an appointment with Renee, fill out the form below or call out reception on (02) 6013 9757.

Cristy Houghton