Welcome to True Balance Counselling. My name is Vanessa, congratulations on taking the first step in considering sharing what you are going through, and allowing me to help guide and support you to work towards your goals. I operate a private practice in Queanbeyan NSW, Milton NSW (Shoalhaven region) and online for clients anywhere in Australia.
I became a counsellor fundamentally to help others learn, heal, grow and find balance in their life. Emotions, stress, hardship and other challenges can tip the scales and become overwhelming.
I help people struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, stress, low confidence, low mood, low self-esteem, health and fitness challenges and body weight concerns. Teens and adults are welcome, and keep checking back here for upcoming teen confidence programs launching in 2026 or register your interest via our contact page.
In addition to my counselling qualifications, I am a qualified personal trainer with over ten years of experience helping hundreds of clients achieve their health and fitness goals. If you’re struggling with your mindset and motivation when it comes to exercise or going to the gym, let’s work together.
My approach is practical and focused on empowerment and behavioural change such as through the integration of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I support clients to define and plan action steps towards their goals, creating lasting and tangible changes. I understand the challenges of balancing family life, work, and personal well-being, and I am passionate about helping my clients find their unique, individual path to improve and solidify balance, happiness, wellbeing and satisfaction in life.
New clients are welcome, no referral is required.
Vanessa Hamilton ~ Registered Counsellor Australian Counselling Association Level 1
Diploma in Counselling - The Institute of Applied Psychology Australia
Regular Supervision and Professional Development in accordance with the Australian Counselling Association requirements
Certificate 3 in Fitness, Certificate 4 in Personal Training
Bachelor of Arts Security, Terrorism, Counter-Terrorism
Certificate IV in Government Security (Personnel Vetting)
Working with Children Check
First Aid + CPR
Crisis Support
Crisis and Emergency
Please be aware that True Balance Counselling is not an emergency or crisis service.
In the event of a mental health-related emergency please contact one of the following:
000 for emergencies (police or ambulance)
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline (ages 5-25): 1800 551 800
Suicide Callback Service: 1300 659 467
Mensline: 1300 78 9978
The National Sexual Assault, Family & Domestic Violence Counselling Line: 1800 737 732
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292
Sane Australia: 1800 18 7263