specialising in Wellbeing Support for Young People!

Client Review

'Deb is an amazing therapist who is very friendly and easy to talk to! She has a very warm, gentle and caring approach. As parents we were at our 'wits’ end' with our son and really struggling to get through and communicate with him. From our very first conversation with Deb we felt reassured that our child would be in good hands and receive the support and guidance he required to negotiate through a difficult adolescent period. He quickly warmed to Deb and was able to open up and speak freely with her. In a matter of a couple of short months Deb provided him with the support, feedback and reassurance he required to enable him to 'turn a corner' to regain his confidence, self respect, self worth and trust in himself. There will still be plenty more challenges for our son to face but we feel he now has more tools to enable him to cope and face them. We feel our happy, self assured son has returned and with it his emotional state and behaviour have definitely improved, as has our relationship and we couldn’t be more grateful. We couldn’t recommend Deb more highly and we would implore anyone who is seeking assistance with their child to reach out to her!' Marty, parent of 14 yr old son

Counselling

Online & Phone
Telecounselling is available using a computer, laptop or mobile phone, with a webcam & microphone, in a private location
In Person
Outdoors - in a comfortable location eg on my private deck; at the beach or park Indoors - in my home office; in the comfort of your own home; at a negotiated place
With your Dog
If it helps you to feel relaxed, your dog is welcome to join you or my friendly labradoodle Sari can be present
Walk & Talk
For those who would feel more comfortable being outdoors, with the added benefits that movement and being out in nature brings.
Session Fees: $90 for 60 mins ($75 conc) students: $75 for 45-60 mins
(fees are unable to be claimed through Medicare, a mental health plan or health insurance)

Maths Tutoring yr 4-9

Experience
I'm a registered teacher, have taught maths & provided numeracy support, one to one & in small groups, for many years. I enjoy supporting students with their mathematical learning & seeing the progress that they make.
High Quality
I identify the gaps in their learning and provide a personalised, engaging learning program that will lead to successful outcomes, while building their confidence.
Session Fees
One to one sessions available: Online: $55 for 50 mins In Person: $65 for 50 mins

Qualifications include:- Graduate Certificate in Counselling, Bachelor of Education, Certificate IV in Youth WorkExperience includes:- Over 20 years of teaching and leadership roles in schools and alternative education settings, including Wellbeing Leader and Student Counsellor - Extensive experience working with young people & their parents/carers; including students with learning difficulties & disabilities and those experiencing a variety of challenges, including mental health Training includes: - Youth Mental Health First Aid- Walk & Talk Therapy - Restorative Practices- Building Mental Fitness- Solution Focussed - Motivational Interviewing- Trauma Informed Practices- Positive Education- Coaching Young People for Success- Learning+ Masterclasses (for online maths tutors)
About Me

Deb Hoey

Having worked in education for over twenty years, and seeing first-hand the impact life's many challenges has on our mental health and happiness, I am passionate and committed to enhancing the wellbeing of children, young people & adults. I am a warm, genuine, down to earth person, who shows patience, empathy and kindness. I love being out in nature and greatly appreciate the healing benefits it provides. I have four young grandchildren and cherish the time I share with them. I was a sole parent for many years, and am now in a long term relationship, and we are continually creating a wonderful life together. With my clients, I take a personalised, holistic approach, using a variety of counselling techniques & tools, depending on their concerns, needs and goals. I support and guide them to make independent and empowering choices, and take actions that enhance their mental health and wellbeing. I specialise in providing counselling and mentoring to young people, as well as guidance to parents and carers. Supporting children and teenagers through the intricacies of adolescence, navigating school, friendships and maintaining their wellbeing, can be quite daunting - support is available. I am an excellent listener, without judgment, so if you would benefit from having a sounding board, the opportunity to offload or support with navigating your journey & achieving your goals, feel free to contact me. We can work together in a space and at a pace that suits you – you don’t have to do it on your own. "I cannot do all the good that the world needs. But the world needs all the good that I can do." Jana Stanfield
I acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Owners of this country throughout Australia and their connection to land and community. I pay my respects to their Cultures and to the Elders, past, present and emerging.
My home office

View from my home office
Local forest walk
View from my private decks



Regenerate

bring new and more vigorous life to; revive; renewed spirit "Sometimes when you are in a dark place you think you’ve been buried, but you’ve actually been planted." Christine Caine
"We don’t have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to." Brene Brown

Lotus

to emerge from the murky waters to rebloom; triumph over obstacles “Just like the lotus we too have the ability to rise from the mud, bloom out of the darkness and radiate into the world.” – Unknown
Feel free to CONNECT with me now to find out if what I offer will best meet your needs
0421 693 772
deb.regeneratecounselling@outlook.com
Victor Harbor, South Australia
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