About
Our Mission & Values
Mission Statement:
At Discover Counselling, our mission is to create a safe and attuned space where people are deeply known, unconditionally accepted, and championed without reservation.
We walk alongside individuals, couples, and students in their pursuit of emotional clarity, relational healing, and meaningful change. Rooted in person-centred and relational approaches, our work is grounded in both presence and evidence, combining clinical insight with genuine human connection.
We believe healing happens in relationship. In the presence of curiosity, compassion, and emotional safety, new possibilities emerge, old patterns loosen, and people begin to rediscover who they truly are. Our role is to hold space with skill and care as clients reconnect with their own strength, story, and sense of wholeness.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, grief, stress, disconnection, or simply longing for more, Discover Counselling exists to offer a steady presence, grounded support, and a path toward deeper healing.
Vision Statement:
Because every person deserves to be known, accepted, and championed without reservation.
Core Values
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Relational Safety
We prioritise the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for healing. -
Attunement & Presence
We bring grounded, focused attention to every session, listening beyond words. -
Unconditional Regard
Every person is worthy of respect, dignity, and acceptance without needing to earn it. -
Courageous Exploration
We gently uncover what lies beneath the surface, creating space for deeper insight and transformation. -
Integrity & Care
We uphold professional ethics with compassion, always honouring the uniqueness of each client’s story.
Our Approach
At Discover Counselling, our approach is grounded in the belief that genuine human connection is at the heart of healing. We draw primarily from person-centred psychotherapy and relational counselling models, integrating evidence-based practices with the art of presence.
We focus on:
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Relational Attunement – We listen not only to words, but to tone, tension, silence, and story. Our counsellors are trained to be emotionally present, curious, and responsive—meeting you where you are.
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Collaborative Partnership – You are the expert on your life. We come alongside you, offering reflection, insight, and support without taking over the process. Together, we navigate your goals, your values, and your pace.
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Emotionally Safe Spaces – We aim to create a space where you can speak honestly, feel deeply, and make sense of what matters most to you, without fear of judgment.
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Trauma-Informed Sensitivity – We respect the protective strategies that have helped you survive. Our work honours your story, integrates your past, and gently opens space for new experiences.
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Depth-Oriented Exploration – While we are practical when needed, we also make space for deeper work, exploring the emotional patterns, relational wounds, and unmet needs that often underlie anxiety, depression, and disconnection.
Ultimately, we aim to support your growth, healing, and flourishing by offering a steady, skilled, and deeply human presence that is transformative.
Therapists
Lead Therapist
Dan Adobaw
Dan is a certified counsellor and psychotherapist with a Postgraduate qualification in Psychotherapy and Counselling from Western Sydney University. He has over 7 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and young people across a variety of personal and relational issues.
Dan’s work is grounded in person-centred and relational models of therapy. He integrates insights from trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, and emotion-focused work to provide depth-oriented care. His approach blends clinical rigour with warmth and attuned presence.
He is a registered clinical member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and adheres to its Code of Ethics. Dan is committed to continuous professional development and brings not only training but also cultural sensitivity, lived experience, and a deep passion for supporting healing and growth.