Individual Counselling on the
Sunshine Coast
A private, supportive space to make sense of what 's happening and find a way forward that feels right for you.
Life doesn't have to be falling apart for counselling to help. You might be carrying grief, worrying more than usual, struggling in a relationship, adjusting to change, or just feeling unlike yourself. Counselling gives you the space to slow things down, speak openly without judgement to work through what's become difficult to manage alone.
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I’m Kimberly Freeman, a registered counsellor and founder of Shifting Perspective Counselling. I offer individual counselling from my private practice in Palmview on the Sunshine Coast, as well as online counselling across Australia.
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No referral required · In person in Palmview · Online Australia-wide​​​
You may be here because something needs to change
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Sometimes you know exactly what has brought you to counselling. At other times, all you know is that you feel overwhelmed, flat, disconnected or stuck in the same pattern.
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Individual counselling may be helpful if you are:
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feeling stressed, anxious, emotionally exhausted or unable to switch off
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coping with grief, bereavement or a loss that other people do not fully understand
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going through separation, relocation, career change or another major life transition
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struggling with confidence, self-worth, boundaries or people-pleasing
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repeating relationship patterns that leave you hurt, frustrated or disconnected
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navigating ADHD, emotional overwhelm or executive-function difficulties
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carrying the pressure of FIFO work or family life
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trying to make an important decision or work out what you want next
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managing a difficult family situation or parenting stress
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functioning on the outside while privately feeling that things are becoming too much
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You don't need to arrive with the right words, a clear goal or a complete account of what has happened. We can begin with what feels most important or simply, with what has been hardest lately.
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Not sure? Book in for a free 10 minute call to see if we're a good fit.
What individual counselling can help you do
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Counselling is not about being told what to do or being handed the same set of strategies as everyone else. It's a collaborative process shaped around you, your circumstances and what you want to be different in your life.
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It may help you:
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understand your emotions and the patterns underneath them
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put words to experiences you have been carrying quietly
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separate what matters to you from guilt, fear or other people’s expectations
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respond to difficult thoughts and feelings in more workable ways
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communicate your needs and set clearer boundaries
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strengthen confidence and trust in your own decisions
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develop practical strategies for stress, emotional regulation or follow-through
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adjust to a change or loss without being rushed through it
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reconnect with your values, relationships and sense of direction
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The focus is not on “fixing” you. It's on helping you understand what is happening, recognise the strengths you already bring and build changes that are realistic in your life.
What sessions with me are like
My style is warm, down-to-earth and collaborative. I'll listen carefully, ask questions that help us look beneath the surface and offer honest reflection without judgement.
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Depending on what you need, a session may include making sense of a recent experience, noticing an unhelpful pattern, learning a practical skill, exploring a difficult decision or identifying one manageable step to try between sessions.
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I draw from person-centred counselling and evidence-informed approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), narrative approaches and mindfulness. We will adapt the approach to your goals, preferences, relationships and lived experience.
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Learn more about the counselling approaches I use.
Your first counselling session
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It's normal to feel nervous before a first appointment, especially if you have never spoken with a counsellor before. You don't need to prepare a perfect explanation or tell your whole story at once.
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Your initial 75-minute session gives us time to discuss what has brought you in, what has been happening in your life and what you would like support with. I will also explain confidentiality, answer your questions and check what would help you feel comfortable in our work together.
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By the end of the session, we may have identified an initial focus or a small next step. You can then decide whether you'd like to book another appointment. There is no pressure to commit to a set number of sessions.
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Read more about what to expect in your first counselling session.
Individual support for different experiences
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Some concerns benefit from more specialised information.
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If one of the following best describes what you are facing, you can learn more on the relevant page:
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Grief and loss: support following bereavement, suicide loss and other significant losses.
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ADHD: counselling and practical support for adults, teenagers and parents navigating ADHD-related challenges.
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FIFO life: support for FIFO workers, partners and families managing distance, changing roles and reconnection.
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Separation: help processing the emotional impact of separation and navigating boundaries and change.
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Parenting: a space to work through parenting stress, communication and family challenges.
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Relationship concerns: support for couples wanting to improve communication, connection or conflict patterns.
Meet Kimberly Freeman
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I’m Kimberly Freeman, founder of Shifting Perspective Counselling. I hold a Bachelor in Psychology, a Diploma of Counselling and am a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association.
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My work is grounded in the belief that people need more than generic advice. They need to feel heard, understood and respected while they make sense of their experience.
I bring professional training, evidence-informed approaches and genuine human connection to each session, with support tailored to the person in front of me.
I work with adults and young people experiencing grief and loss, life transitions, ADHD-related challenges, relationship or family stress, separation, FIFO pressures, periods of feeling stuck or overwhelmed and performance related stress.​​
In-person counselling in Palmview and online across Australia
In-person appointments are available from my private counselling space in Palmview, QLD 4553, convenient to Sippy Downs, Buderim, Mountain Creek, Kawana, Birtinya, Caloundra and surrounding Sunshine Coast communities.
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If you find it difficult to make in-person sessions, secure online counselling is available to clients across Australia. You can attend from a private space using your phone, tablet or computer.
Fees and appointment options
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Initial appointment: 75 minutes $130
Standard appointment: 50 minutes $110
Extended appointment: 90 minutes. $160
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Format: In person in Palmview or online across Australia
Referral: No GP referral or mental health care plan is required
Availability: Monday -Friday 11am-7pm; Saturday 1pm-5pm
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Frequently asked questions about individual counselling
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How do I know whether I need counselling?
You do not need a diagnosis or a crisis to seek counselling. It may be worth considering if your thoughts, emotions, relationships or circumstances are affecting daily life, or if the ways you usually cope are no longer helping. Counselling can also provide space for personal growth, decision-making and understanding patterns before they reach crisis point.
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What happens in an individual counselling session?
Sessions are guided by what you need. We may talk through a current concern, explore patterns or emotions, consider a different perspective, practise a skill or identify a realistic next step. I won't expect you to know where to begin, and you remain in control of what you choose to discuss.
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Do I need a GP referral or mental health care plan?
No. You can book directly without a referral or mental health care plan.
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How many counselling sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number. Some people attend for short-term support around a specific issue, while others value longer-term work. We can discuss what feels useful and review this as your needs change. You are not required to book a package or commit to ongoing appointments.
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Is online counselling available?
Yes. Online individual counselling is available across Australia. It can be a practical option if you live outside the Sunshine Coast, work away, have limited transport or simply feel more comfortable attending from home.
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Is counselling confidential?
Counselling is confidential within professional, ethical and legal limits. I will explain these limits before we begin, including circumstances involving serious risk of harm or a legal requirement to disclose information. You are welcome to ask questions about privacy at any time.
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What if I feel nervous or do not know what to say?
That is very common. You do not need to prepare, tell your story in order or share everything in the first appointment. We can begin with what has prompted you to book and move at a pace that feels manageable.
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Do you provide crisis support?
Shifting Perspective Counselling is not an emergency or crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. For immediate emotional support in Australia, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.
You do not have to work through everything on your own
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If life feels heavy, confusing or harder to manage than it used to, counselling can give you room to pause and work out what you need next. You're welcome to book an individual counselling appointment in Palmview or online, or get in touch first if you are unsure whether I am the right counsellor for you.
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In person on the Sunshine Coast · Online across Australia · No referral required