Stacie Spiler B.Psych.Couns.
Stacie is a psychotherapist specialising in neuroscience-informed counselling, emotional regulation and attachment patterns. With training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Method couples therapy, domestic and family violence (DFV) and trauma-informed practice, she helps individuals understand the underlying drivers of their emotions and behaviours, recognise maladaptive patterns and break cycles that no longer serve them.
Her work centres on a powerful premise:
“What you shame, you silence. What you silence, you never learn to understand. “
By learning the language of their emotions, individuals can begin to understand what their internal world is communicating, reclaim autonomy over their responses and stop repeating patterns they never consciously chose. Rather than suppressing emotions or fighting against parts of themselves, Stacie’s approach helps people develop the self-awareness, emotional literacy and self-trust to create meaningful, lasting change.
Before We Begin
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The free 15-minute introductory call is a brief, confidential conversation to understand what brings you to therapy, discuss what you’re looking for support with, and determine whether my approach and services are the right fit for your needs. It’s an opportunity to ask questions and decide on the next step, with no obligation to proceed.
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No referral is required. You can book directly without a GP referral or a formal referral from another health professional.
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Sessions are privately funded, and Medicare or private health insurance rebates are not currently available. I aim to keep fees transparent so you can make an informed decision about the support that feels right for you.
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Neuroscience-informed counselling explores how your brain, nervous system and past experiences influence the way you think, feel and respond to the world.
Rather than simply trying to change unwanted behaviours, it helps you understand what drives them, recognise emotional patterns and develop new ways of responding.
By learning the language of your emotions and understanding the protective purpose they may serve, you can build greater self-awareness, emotional regulation and autonomy.
The goal isn't to fight against who you are. It's to understand yourself well enough to change what no longer serves you.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapeutic approach that explores the different parts of ourselves that influence how we think, feel and behave.
You might recognise parts of yourself that strive for perfection, avoid conflict, react defensively or work hard to protect you from emotional pain. IFS helps you understand these parts with curiosity rather than judgement, exploring what they are trying to protect and why.
The goal is to develop a healthier relationship with yourself, reduce internal conflict and respond to life with greater self-awareness, compassion and choice.