Francesca

Francesca Palazzolo

Registered Counselor

“I am a person centered counsellor and psychotherapist working in the humanistic tradition. I use various approaches including ACT, CBT & EMDR. I work with people from all backgrounds and concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD and addictions including behavioural. I am also registered with Victim's Services NSW.”

About Me

As a humanistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a collaborative space where we explore your unique experiences. We can gently unpack what's holding you back. I blend person-centred understanding with practical tools from ACT and CBT. This approach helps you gain clarity, connect with your values, and find practical ways forward. I aim to support those seeking deeper self-understanding alongside actionable strategies for change.

Approach

Whether you're grappling with addiction or seeking mindfulness techniques, I am here to help you navigate your path. With a focus on humanistic therapy, I integrate person-centred methods with ACT and CBT to address your concerns. In our sessions, available both in-person in Toongabbie, New South Wales, and through online therapy, we?ll explore your unique experiences to uncover what's holding you back. Together, we'll work towards clarity and healing, grounding our journey in empathy and actionable strategies for change
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Generalist counselling and addiction counselling.

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Free Consultation

    A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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  • Addiction Counseling

    Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • EMDR

    Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.

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Works With:

  • Adults

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.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Sex Addiction

    A pattern of compulsive sexual behaviour that feels out of control and causes harm to one's relationships, work, or well-being.

  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Relationship Issues

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

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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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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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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Professional Title:

  • Registered Counselor

    A counselor who is formally registered with a professional or regulatory body.

Credentials

Registrations

Psychotherapy and Counseling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

Counseling

Qualifications

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Service Areas

Toongabbie Doctors (Fridays)

In-person & Online

Toongabbie, New South Wales

Australia

Toongabbie, Australia