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How can Wisdom with Whiskers counselling help you?

It took therapist Conal Healy three decades to learn to shut up and listen. It is important to be able to listen.
Important to hear what is being said.
How it is being said.Why it is being said.
It is also important to listen to what is NOT being said.
So, Conal listens. Listens to the person – who is talking – making sure they feel heard.
FINALLY.


Hi. I’m Conal Healy. I am an ACA registered counsellor and a person with lived experience of grief, PTSD, depression, anxiety and prescription‑medication addiction. I specialise in complex grief and trauma‑informed counselling, walking alongside people who are ready to do the hard work of healing.

You might be here because…

  • You’re struggling with grief or complex bereavement after losing a partner or loved one.
  • You’re living with anxiety, PTSD, or the long‑term effects of trauma.
  • You’re a partner or carer feeling overwhelmed and disconnected.
  • You want to work through trust issues, relationship patterns, or addiction‑related shame.

If any of these ring true, working together may help.

Contact me at 0438 559 515, email wisdomwithwhiskers@gmail.com

Book a free 15‑minute Meet ‘n’ Greet at 0438 559 515. In‑person or online, by appointment

 Why work with me?

  • Ex‑journalist and 40‑year media professional who understands crisis and pressure.
  • Widower and carer with lived experience of grief, depression, PTSD and prescription‑medication addiction.
  • Complex grief and trauma‑informed counsellor, ACA‑registered Level
  • Person‑centred, walk‑and‑talk, and creative modalities (art, photography, journaling).

Services and pricing

  • Individual sessions: $100 per 60‑minute session (in‑person or online).
  • Meet ‘n’ Greet (15–20 mins, free): online only.
  • Discount available for concession card holders.

 

Testimonial about Conal Healy, Counsellor

https://www.wisdomwithwhiskers.com.au/?p=1084

Grief, anxiety, PTSD and complex loss counselling in the Tweed Valley and online – helping you move through pain towards post‑traumatic growth.


No referrals needed. Appointment available.

I have to praise this gentle, kind, firm, supportive, soul who has the ability to understand how his clients feel having experienced the same life changing traumas and experiences himself.

L.K.

"I recommend Wisdom With Whiskers Counselling - specialising in grief counselling and based in Murwillumbah or virtual anywhere. Conal has lived experience with grief and really makes a difference in the lives of people he helps".

FS

"Thank you so much for your help and wisdom over the last few weeks/months. You have been so incredible - helping me to grow and to understand, thank you!"

T.A.

Conal is an incredibly empathetic, kind and supportive Counsellor. He helps untangle and work through challenging times. Highly recommend him as a counselor.

LP

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