Rachel Zogbee

Counselling Intern

"I work from a person-centred, strengths-based approach, helping clients notice and draw on their resilience while exploring what matters most to them."

About Me

I work from a person-centred, strengths-based approach, helping clients notice and draw on their resilience while exploring what matters most to them. I believe that everyone has the capacity to navigate difficult times, and sometimes we need guidance to see that capacity and take steps toward it.

My approach is to build a genuine therapeutic connection and create a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood. I am not here to fix or solve, but to offer a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.

I see counselling as a collaborative journey, one grounded in understanding, respect, and walking alongside you through life’s challenges.

I have a particular interest in grief and loss, including the grief that can come with losing a pet. I am also interested in supporting women through challenges such as the pressures of motherhood, perfectionism, people pleasing, and identity shifts.

What is a Counsellor?

A counsellor is a mental health expert who provides support and guidance to individuals who are facing emotional and psychological challenges or issues, helping them develop effective coping strategies and improve well-being.

In Australia, counsellors are registered with either the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). This means that they are a registered counsellor, signifying they have met specific professional standards and ethical guidelines.

Availability

Tuesdays & Thursdays

Qualifications

Degree:

Bachelor of Community Welfare - Family and Community (Honours)
Master of Counselling (University of Canberra) - (Currently completing)

Membership:

Australian Counselling Association
Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

Client Focus

Age: Adults (18+)

Types of clients: Individuals

Years of Experience

4+ years in the non-government sector in the areas of youth work and domestic and family violence
5+ years of university studies in community welfare and counselling
14+ years working as a public servant within the Department of Communities and Justice

I am a Counselling Intern registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), currently completing my Master of Counselling at the University of Canberra.

I have worked extensively in the welfare sector, including government roles in child protection and corrections, as well as supporting women experiencing domestic and family violence and homelessness.

Through this work, I have developed a strong understanding of trauma, systemic challenges, and the resilience individuals draw upon during times of adversity. I have also worked with clients navigating alcohol and other drug (AOD) use, gaining insight into the complex relationship between substance use, coping, and mental health.