Alison

Ms Alison Hood

Counselor

Trauma-informed counsellor, clinical supervisor, resilience coach, academic educator, trainer.

About Me

When difficult experiences cast a long shadow, finding a way forward can feel daunting. As a trauma-informed counsellor, I guide individuals towards lasting stability. We'll work together to understand past events' impact, providing practical tools to build resilience. Our sessions offer a safe, collaborative space for exploring feelings. This support is ideal for those seeking to rediscover inner strength and move towards lasting well-being.

Approach

Grounded in trauma-informed practice and clinical supervision, I guide sessions with clear structure and gentle curiosity to help untangle painful memories and strengthen coping. In Shoalhaven and online, in English, our meetings are paced to your needs—short check-ins, deeper reflective work, and practical tasks between sessions to consolidate progress. I draw on coaching and teaching methods to make skills usable in daily life, while keeping the space collaborative and contained. This way of working often suits people seeking steady, practical steps toward recovery.
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Services


Services Offered:

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Communities
  • Elderly
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise


Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Qualifications


University of New England

Registrations


Psychotherapy and Counseling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

Clinical Supervisor, Counsellor

Service Area


The Sandplay Studio

In-person & Online

Manyana

Shoalhaven, New South Wales

Australia