Meet Simon
Hi, my name is Simon. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
You may be here because something feels heavy, uncertain, or strained — and you’re wondering whether counselling could help. You might also be wondering, Can I trust someone I’ve never met with what matters most to me? That’s a very valid question.
Whether you are new to counselling or have had previous experiences (positive or otherwise), I believe the foundation of good therapy is trust. My aim is to create a safe, respectful and professional space where you can thoughtfully unpack your experiences, relationships, emotions and faith — without pressure or judgement.
I bring over twenty years of experience across pastoral and professional counselling contexts. As a former ordained pastor, I understand both the spiritual and relational dimensions of life’s challenges. I combine the compassion of pastoral care with the clinical integrity and structure of professional counselling, always keeping a person-first approach at the centre of my work.
I support:
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Individuals
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Couples (I particularly enjoy working with couples)
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Families
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Teenagers through to mature age adults
My areas of focus include:
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Relationship challenges
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Marriage counselling
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Grief and loss
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Post-separation support
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Parenting guidance
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Men’s specific counselling
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Pastoral care and support
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Faith-based counselling from a Christian perspective
I am deeply passionate about supporting Christians in their faith journey and serving the Christian community through counselling. At the same time, I welcome anyone seeking thoughtful, values-informed support.
I hold a degree in Social Science (majoring in Counselling), engage in regular professional supervision, and am a Level 4 member of the Australian Counselling Association as well as a member of Christian Counsellors Association of Australia.
I currently offer online counselling appointments.
If you’ve read this far, thank you. Taking the first step can feel significant. If you sense I may be the right fit for you, I would be honoured to walk alongside you — even if it’s simply one session to explore whether this feels like a good place to begin.
If you would like to work with me, please head to our booking page

Simon Refalo
B. Soc. Sci. (Counselling)

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