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Before booking your free counselling induction session, please allow approximately 15 minutes to complete the counselling induction form. This form will be emailed to you and needs to be completed and submitted online before attending your session so that Tara can understand your needs and determine whether counselling at Signs of Abundance is suitable for you. The 30-minute induction session is an opportunity to discuss what you’re seeking support with, ask questions and see whether Signs of Abundance is the right fit for you. There is absolutely no obligation to continue with counselling after the induction session. If you already know that you would like to begin longer-term counselling from your first appointment, you can instead book a longer counselling session. Your first 30 minutes will be free, with the remainder of the session charged at the applicable session rate.
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Holistic Counselling in Cairns or Online Telehealth
Compassionate grief and loss counselling in Palm Cove, Cairns Northern Beaches and online across Australia and New Zealand. Meet Tara and book a free 30-minute induction.
In-person Cairns
Online Telehealth
RATES: First 30 Minutes FREE
Then:
60 Minutes Counselling:
Adults $111 AUD
Adolescents $90 AUD
Students $90 AUD
Pensioners $90 AUD
Valid identification may be requested to confirm eligibility for concession rates.
Holistic Counselling in Cairns Northern Beaches, Palm Cove & Online
Begin with a Free 30-Minute Induction Appointment
If you're looking for holistic counselling in Cairns, Palm Cove or the Cairns Northern Beaches, Tara J Clarke at Signs of Abundance Counselling, Hypnosis & Healing offers a compassionate, integrated and whole-person approach to counselling.
Based in Palm Cove, Tara provides in-person holistic counselling for people across the Cairns Northern Beaches and surrounding Cairns area. Online holistic counselling is also available via Microsoft Teams for clients across Australia and New Zealand.
Your first step is a complimentary 30-minute induction appointment. You can choose either an in-person appointment in Palm Cove or an online Telehealth appointment using the booking options below.
The free induction provides an opportunity to meet Tara, discuss what has brought you to counselling, explain what you are looking for, ask questions and decide whether her approach feels right for you.
The induction is free and carries no obligation to continue.
Important information about your induction:
The complimentary 30-minute induction is an introductory intake and suitability appointment. It is not a counselling session, therapy session or treatment appointment.
All new clients must complete this induction before commencing paid counselling. If you already know you would like to proceed, you are welcome to reserve a paid appointment; however, the induction must still take place first.
Before attending, please allow approximately 15 minutes to complete and submit your induction form.
What Is Holistic Counselling?
Holistic counselling is a form of professional counselling that considers the whole person rather than looking at one concern, emotion or difficulty in isolation.
Our emotional wellbeing can be influenced by many interconnected areas of life, including our thoughts, beliefs, emotions, physical experiences, relationships, family background, past experiences, current circumstances, values, identity and sense of purpose.
A holistic approach recognises that these different aspects of life can influence one another.
For example, ongoing stress may affect your emotional wellbeing, physical health, relationships and ability to feel connected to yourself. Difficult past experiences may influence present-day beliefs, emotional responses and relationship patterns. Significant life changes may affect your confidence, identity and sense of direction.
Holistic counselling provides an opportunity to explore these connections and develop a deeper understanding of yourself and what may be influencing your wellbeing.
At Signs of Abundance, Tara combines professional counselling knowledge with an integrated, mindful, empathic and strengths-based approach. Sessions are guided by your individual needs, preferences and goals.
Holistic counselling is not about addressing every aspect of your life in every session. It is about understanding you as a whole person and considering the wider context of your experiences.
If you would like a more detailed explanation, you can read Tara's educational article here on:
What Is Holistic Counselling? Find article here
The Whole-Person Approach: What Can Holistic Counselling Explore?
Depending on what is relevant to you, holistic counselling may explore several interconnected areas of your life.
Thoughts, beliefs and mindset
Understanding the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that influence how you see yourself, interpret situations and respond to life's challenges.
Emotional wellbeing
Exploring emotions, emotional responses, unresolved feelings and experiences that may be affecting how you feel today.
Physical wellbeing and the mind-body connection
Developing awareness of how stress, emotions and life experiences may be reflected in physical sensations, tension, energy levels and bodily responses.
Relationships and attachment
Exploring relationship experiences, attachment patterns, family dynamics, boundaries, communication and the way past relationships may influence present-day connections.
Past experiences and personal history
Considering how earlier experiences, family background and significant life events may influence present-day feelings, beliefs and behaviours.
Values, identity and self-esteem
Exploring what matters to you, how you see yourself, your personal values and the qualities that make you who you are.
Life transitions and challenges
Working through changes in relationships, family circumstances, employment, health, identity and other significant life experiences.
Meaning, purpose and spirituality
Where meaningful to you, counselling may also explore spirituality, personal beliefs, purpose and your connection with something greater than yourself.
Your personal beliefs and worldview are always respected. Spirituality is optional and is never imposed as part of counselling.
Tara's Integrated and Holistic Approach to Counselling
Tara J Clarke offers an integrated, holistic, mindfulness-informed, psychodynamic, empathic and strengths-based approach to counselling.
Rather than following one rigid therapeutic model, Tara draws upon different counselling approaches and techniques according to your individual circumstances, preferences and needs.
This allows the counselling process to be flexible and personalised, recognising that what is helpful for one person may not be appropriate for another.
Tara's approach combines professional counselling skills with an understanding of the connections between thoughts, emotions, experiences, relationships, physical responses and personal meaning.
What Can Holistic Counselling Help With?
You do not need to have a particular diagnosis or be experiencing a crisis to seek holistic counselling.
Sometimes you may simply feel that something is not quite right, that you have lost your sense of direction, or that you would like to understand yourself more deeply.
Holistic counselling may be helpful when you are experiencing:
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Anxiety, worry or ongoing stress.
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Emotional overwhelm or feeling stuck.
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Low confidence or self-esteem.
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Negative thinking patterns or self-criticism.
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Relationship difficulties and attachment concerns.
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Family changes or relationship breakdowns.
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Grief and loss.
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Difficulties managing emotions.
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The emotional impact of past experiences.
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Life transitions and significant changes.
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Difficulty establishing boundaries or saying no.
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People-pleasing and fear of rejection.
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Questions about identity, values or purpose.
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A desire for personal growth and greater self-awareness.
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A need to reconnect with yourself and what matters to you.
Every person's circumstances are different. Counselling is guided by what you would like support with and what you hope to gain from the experience.
Holistic Counselling for Anxiety and Stress
Anxiety and stress can affect many areas of life, including thoughts, emotions, relationships, sleep, physical sensations and confidence.
A holistic approach may explore not only what is happening in the present but also the experiences, beliefs, relationship patterns and circumstances that may be contributing to how you feel.
Depending on your needs, counselling may draw upon mindfulness, CBT-informed techniques, psychodynamic exploration and strengths-based strategies.
If anxiety is one of the main reasons you are considering counselling, you may find these articles helpful:
Anxiety Counselling Cairns | What Therapy Actually Helps: See article here
Effective Counselling Approaches for Anxiety Explained Simply: See article here
Holistic Counselling for Relationship and Attachment Concerns
Our early experiences and important relationships can influence how we connect with others, how we view ourselves and how we respond to emotional situations.
You may find yourself experiencing people-pleasing, fear of rejection, difficulties with boundaries, relationship anxiety or repeating patterns in your relationships.
A holistic and psychodynamic-informed approach can provide an opportunity to explore these patterns and develop greater awareness of your needs, emotions and relationship experiences.
Holistic Counselling for Grief and Loss
Grief is not limited to the death of someone we love. It can also follow relationship breakdowns, separation, pet loss, family changes, health changes and other significant life transitions.
A holistic approach recognises that loss can affect your emotional wellbeing, identity, relationships, physical experiences and sense of meaning.
If you are specifically looking for support with bereavement, pet loss or other significant losses, visit the dedicated service page:
Grief & Loss Counselling in Cairns Northern Beaches & Online: more info here
You may also like to read the educational article:
Grief & Loss Counselling in Cairns Northern Beaches
Holistic Counselling for Trauma and Past Experiences
Difficult or distressing experiences can sometimes influence how we see ourselves, relate to others and respond to situations in the present.
Counselling can provide an opportunity to explore these experiences at a pace that feels manageable, with attention to your individual needs and sense of safety.
For further information, read:
Counselling for Trauma & Emotional Healing: What You Need to Know: Read article here
Holistic Counselling for Personal Growth and Self-Understanding
You do not have to be experiencing a major problem to benefit from counselling.
You may simply want to understand yourself better, explore your values, improve your confidence, recognise familiar patterns or consider what you want from the next chapter of your life.
Holistic counselling can provide dedicated time to reflect on your experiences, reconnect with your strengths and consider the changes you would like to make.
Holistic Counselling in Palm Cove and Cairns Northern Beaches
Signs of Abundance Counselling, Hypnosis & Healing is based in Palm Cove, offering in-person holistic counselling for individuals living in Palm Cove, Clifton Beach, Trinity Beach, Smithfield and the surrounding Cairns Northern Beaches.
If you live locally and prefer face-to-face counselling, you can arrange an appointment with Tara in Palm Cove.
The counselling environment provides a private and supportive space where you can take time away from everyday demands and focus on your own emotional wellbeing.
You do not need to live directly in Palm Cove to attend. People from surrounding Cairns communities may also be able to arrange in-person appointments.
The complimentary 30-minute induction is an opportunity to discuss appointment arrangements and ask any questions before deciding whether to proceed.
For more information about the practical differences between online and in-person appointments, read:
Online Holistic Counselling Across Australia and New Zealand
You do not need to live in Cairns or Palm Cove to access holistic counselling with Tara.
Online counselling is available via Microsoft Teams for clients across Australia and New Zealand.
Telehealth provides an opportunity to access counselling from your own home or another private location that is comfortable and convenient for you.
Online holistic counselling may be suitable if:
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You live outside the Cairns Northern Beaches.
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You are located elsewhere in Queensland or Australia.
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You live in New Zealand.
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Travelling to an in-person appointment is inconvenient.
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You prefer the privacy and flexibility of meeting online.
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You have work, family or other commitments that make online appointments easier.
You will need a suitable private space, a reliable internet connection and a device that supports Microsoft Teams.
You can choose the online Telehealth option when arranging your complimentary 30-minute induction.
Online or In-Person Counselling: Which Is Right for You?
Both online and in-person counselling can provide an opportunity to discuss your concerns and work towards your personal goals.
Some people prefer the connection of meeting face-to-face, while others appreciate the convenience of accessing support from home.
The best option is the one that suits your circumstances, preferences and practical needs.
You can read more about the differences in Tara's article:
Counselling Sessions Online & In-Person in Palm Cove, Cairns: Read article here
Holistic Counselling or Traditional Professional Counselling: What Is the Difference?
Traditional professional counselling and holistic counselling are not necessarily opposing approaches. Professional counselling can already be highly individualised and may draw upon different therapeutic models and techniques.
The distinction is often in the emphasis placed on understanding the person and their experiences.
Holistic counselling places particular emphasis on considering the whole person and the wider context of their life, including emotional wellbeing, thoughts, physical experiences, relationships, values, identity and meaning.
It may also include spiritual or personal beliefs where these are important to the individual.
At Signs of Abundance, Tara offers professional and holistic counselling. The approach is guided by your preferences, needs and what you are seeking from counselling.
If you would like to explore this distinction further, read:
You can also visit the main Counselling Services page to learn more about Tara's professional counselling service.
What to Expect During Holistic Counselling
Every counselling experience is different because every person brings their own circumstances, experiences and goals.
Your sessions are guided by what you would like to explore and the support you are seeking.
Depending on your needs, counselling may involve:
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Talking about what has brought you to counselling.
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Exploring thoughts, feelings and emotional responses.
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Developing awareness of familiar patterns and behaviours.
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Reflecting on past experiences and relationships.
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Exploring personal values, identity and self-esteem.
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Recognising the relationship between emotional and physical experiences.
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Developing mindfulness and self-awareness.
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Identifying personal strengths and resources.
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Exploring practical strategies and meaningful goals.
You do not need to prepare a detailed explanation of your life or know exactly what you want to work on before attending.
The initial induction provides an opportunity to meet Tara, discuss your needs and decide whether the service feels appropriate for you.
If you would like a general introduction to the counselling process, you can read:
What Is Counselling? (A Peer-Reviewed Overview): Read article here
Your First Holistic Counselling Appointment
All new clients begin with a complimentary 30-minute induction intake and suitability appointment.
This is an opportunity to discuss what has brought you to counselling, ask questions and understand how Tara works.
The induction is not a counselling session, therapy session or treatment appointment. It must be completed before paid counselling commences.
If you are considering a longer first counselling appointment, you can discuss the available arrangements with Tara when booking.
Ongoing Holistic Counselling Sessions
After completing your induction, ongoing counselling appointments are available in 60-minute, 75-minute and 90-minute formats, subject to availability.
The length of your sessions can be discussed according to your needs and preferences.
Some people prefer shorter appointments, while others appreciate additional time to explore their concerns in greater depth.
There is no expectation that you must commit to a particular number of sessions. Your counselling needs and goals can be reviewed as you progress.
Meet Tara J Clarke – Holistic Counsellor in Cairns
Tara J Clarke is the counsellor and owner of Signs of Abundance Counselling, Hypnosis & Healing, based in Palm Cove in the Cairns Northern Beaches.
Tara holds the following qualifications:
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Master’s Degree in Counselling – Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC).
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Diploma of Holistic Counselling – Natural Energies College.
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Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis and Psychotherapy – Hypnotherapy Training College, Gold Coast.
Tara is a Level 2 member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA).
Her approach combines professional counselling knowledge with an integrated, holistic, mindfulness-informed, psychodynamic, empathic and strengths-based philosophy.
Tara values the importance of providing a supportive and respectful environment where individuals can explore their experiences, develop greater self-understanding and work towards changes that are meaningful to them.
To learn more about Tara's background, qualifications and professional journey, visit:
Meet Tara J Clarke : Learn more About Tara
Why Choose Signs of Abundance for Holistic Counselling?
At Signs of Abundance, counselling is centred on you as an individual.
Tara recognises that people are more than the difficulties they are experiencing. Your personal history, relationships, strengths, values, beliefs and life circumstances all form part of your story.
Her aim is to provide a compassionate and non-judgemental environment where you can feel heard, respected and supported.
You are not expected to fit into a particular counselling model. Instead, the approach is adapted to what is relevant and appropriate for you.
Whether you are seeking support with anxiety, stress, relationship patterns, grief, self-esteem, emotional overwhelm or personal growth, the focus is on understanding your individual needs and supporting your own journey.
Frequently Asked Questions About Holistic Counselling in Cairns
What is holistic counselling?
Holistic counselling is a form of professional counselling that considers the whole person, including thoughts, emotions, physical experiences, relationships, past experiences, values, identity and life circumstances. It recognises that different aspects of our lives can influence our overall emotional wellbeing.
Is holistic counselling the same as traditional counselling?
Not necessarily. Both are forms of counselling, and both can draw on evidence-informed therapeutic approaches. Holistic counselling places particular emphasis on understanding the person within the broader context of their life. You can read more in Tara's article about the difference between holistic and traditional counselling.
Is holistic counselling suitable if I have anxiety or depression?
Holistic counselling may provide support if you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress or emotional difficulties. The approach is guided by your individual circumstances and needs. During your induction, you can discuss what you are experiencing and whether the service is suitable for you.
Does holistic counselling involve spirituality?
Yes, however it does not have to involve spirituality. Spirituality is optional and is only explored if it is meaningful to you. Your personal beliefs, values and worldview are respected. Holistic counselling does not require you to follow any spiritual belief system.
What counselling approaches does Tara use?
Tara uses an integrated approach drawing upon person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT-informed, narrative, Gestalt-informed, somatic-informed, mindfulness-based and strengths-based approaches, depending on the individual's needs and preferences.
Where can I attend holistic counselling in Cairns?
In-person holistic counselling is available in Palm Cove, serving people from the Cairns Northern Beaches and surrounding Cairns communities.
Is online holistic counselling available?
Yes. Online counselling is available via Microsoft Teams for clients across Australia and New Zealand. You can access appointments from a suitable private space without needing to travel to Palm Cove.
Do I need to live in Palm Cove to attend?
No. Tara has clients from surrounding Cairns communities as well as throughout Australia and New Zealand. Online Telehealth appointments are also available for clients across Australia and New Zealand.
How much does holistic counselling cost?
Your first induction session is 30 minutes and free. Then adult counselling rates are $111 for 60 minutes, $135 for 75 minutes and $150 for 90 minutes. Concession rates for adolescents, full-time students and pensioners are $90, $111 and $135 respectively for the same session lengths. All fees are in Australian dollars.
Do I need to complete an induction before starting counselling?
Yes. All new clients must complete a complimentary 30-minute induction intake and suitability appointment before commencing paid counselling. The induction gives you an opportunity to meet Tara, discuss your needs and decide whether the service is right for you.
How many counselling sessions will I need?
There is no set number of sessions. Your needs, preferences and goals are individual. Some people prefer a small number of appointments, while others may benefit from ongoing support. This can be discussed and reviewed as counselling progresses.
Begin Your Holistic Counselling Journey in Cairns or Online
If you are looking for holistic counselling in Cairns, Palm Cove or the Cairns Northern Beaches, or would prefer online Telehealth counselling from anywhere in Australia or New Zealand, Tara welcomes your enquiry.
You may be looking for support with anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem, emotional wellbeing or simply a greater understanding of yourself.
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve to have your experiences heard and your individual needs respected.
The first step is a complimentary 30-minute induction appointment.
This free, no-obligation appointment gives you the opportunity to meet Tara, discuss what you are looking for, ask questions and decide whether holistic counselling at Signs of Abundance feels right for you.
The induction is an introductory intake and suitability appointment, not a counselling session, therapy session or treatment appointment. New clients must complete it before commencing paid counselling.
Please remember to complete and submit your induction form, which takes approximately 15 minutes, before attending.
Not Ready to Book Just Yet?
If you have questions or would simply like to have a chat before deciding whether to proceed, you're welcome to call or text Tara on 0481 336 666.
There is no pressure or obligation. Tara is happy to discuss your enquiry and help you decide whether holistic counselling is the right service for you.
Signs of Abundance Counselling, Hypnosis & Healing
Palm Cove, Cairns Northern Beaches, Queensland
Phone: 0481 336 666
Email: tara@signsofabundance.com.au
Website: https://www.signsofabundance.com.au
Email: tara@signsofabundance.com.au
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