Caring for You

At Purposeful Wellbeing, we offer compassionate and personalised counselling to those who are inwardly struggling while still showing up to care for the needs of others in their world.

If you are carrying stress, anxiety, grief, loss, trauma, or facing life challenges, we are here to help you find calm, clarity, and purpose in the midst of your life’s demands.

Appointments available:

  • in person (Park Ridge Sth, Brisbane) OR online

  • no referral needed

  • flexible times

PACFA registered
ARCAP registered
ACA registered
Registered counsellor

Your wellbeing matters.

Hi, I’m Joanne, and I’m so glad you are here.

Taking the first step toward support when life feels overwhelming takes real courage—especially when you’re busy and it can feel “easier”, or even necessary, to keep pushing your own needs aside. However, your wellbeing deserves care, attention, and support.

As a registered counsellor I offer a warm, “old-fashioned” counselling service- honest human to human conversation in a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your pace, without fear of judgement.

Together, we will build on your inner strengths so you can move beyond surviving and experience deeper wellbeing in both heart and mind.

For your privacy, I do not store your intake form, client notes, or any other personal information on digital platforms where they can be hacked- and I do not record sessions or use AI to transcribe sessions. You can read more about my approach here.

If you are:

  • Feeling alone, anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or not quite yourself

  • Struggling with thoughts, emotions, behaviours, or relationships

  • Experiencing grief or loss of any kind

  • Dealing with family estrangement

  • Going through a difficult life transition

  • Facing challenges in parenting, eldercare, or career

  • Trying to process an unexpected life curveball

  • Dealing with trauma

    or simply

  • Wanting a fresh perspective or space to vent and reflect

You will receive support that is:

  • Professional, non-judgmental, & non-diagnostic

  • Personalised and evidence-based

  • Accessible & affordable, with the option of online sessions for convenience & flexibility

Joanne Edwards holds a MCounselling, Grad Cert Professional Supervision and BHuman Services (Child & Family).

Services and Fees

  • Individual counselling

    Individual Counselling

    $100 per 60-min session.

    Student & concession rates available. Please enquire.

    Professional counselling can make a world of difference to your inner wellbeing.

    Read more about my counselling approach here.

    Anxiety or depression

    Stress/Overwhelm

    Grief or loss

    Difficult thoughts/emotions

    Life transitions

    Challenging diagnosis

    Parenting concerns

    Menopause and ageing

    Eldercare concerns

    Self-managed NDIS plans

  • Professional supervision

    Professional Supervision

    $90 per 60-min session.

    Professional supervision can help maintain your professional and personal wellbeing.

    Read how here.

    For people-helpers in roles such as:

    Chaplains

    Pastors

    Support workers

    Human service workers

    Ministry volunteers

    Educators

In-person appointments (Park Ridge, Brisbane) or online for your convenience.

Please reach out via the contact page with any questions.

Fees and other information can be found here.

“True wellbeing begins within—grounded in faith, shaped by purpose, strengthened through trial.”

Your wellbeing matters.