Louise West
Accredited social worker supporting trauma, grief, and parenting
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About
Louise West is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Counsellor (AASW) with more than 25 years of professional practice supporting children, adolescents, individuals and families through a wide range of personal and life challenges. Her work emphasizes respectful listening and practical support that responds to what each person brings to a session. Louise aims to tailor emotional support to individual needs and goals.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, and struggles with self esteem and motivation. She also works with issues such as attachment difficulties, blended family dynamics, body image, substance use, eating and food-related concerns, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress. Louise’s practice draws on a trauma-informed and strength-based orientation that centres trust, collaboration, and empowerment.
Louise seeks to create a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected. She collaborates with each person to develop a personalised plan that reflects their circumstances and aspirations. Prospective clients are invited to consider whether this style of support matches their needs and to make initial contact when they are ready to begin.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, and struggles with self esteem and motivation. She also works with issues such as attachment difficulties, blended family dynamics, body image, substance use, eating and food-related concerns, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress. Louise’s practice draws on a trauma-informed and strength-based orientation that centres trust, collaboration, and empowerment.
Louise seeks to create a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected. She collaborates with each person to develop a personalised plan that reflects their circumstances and aspirations. Prospective clients are invited to consider whether this style of support matches their needs and to make initial contact when they are ready to begin.
- Location:
- Australia, Australia
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Traumatic brain injury, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AASW
- NPI Number:
- License: AASW
Remote care guided by trauma-informed, strength-based work
Louise offers online sessions that reflect a trauma-informed stance and a strength-based perspective. A trauma-informed orientation means attention to safety, trust, and pacing so that past harms are acknowledged and current coping is supported. A strength-based focus highlights existing abilities and resources, working with what a person already does well and building from those foundations.
These approaches are presented in a collaborative way. Louise partners with clients to set goals, explore practical steps, and adapt strategies to individual circumstances. That collaborative fit tends to suit people who value respectful, person-centered support and a focus on resilience as well as challenge.
Sessions can be held using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Communication options are chosen to match client needs and practical considerations, and sessions are structured to reflect the themes and pace each client prefers.
How long has Louise been practising?
Louise has 25 years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, individuals and families.
What qualifications and licence does she hold?
She holds the Accredited Mental Health Social Worker credential and is listed with AASW.
Which languages does Louise speak?
This profile specifies that she practices in English.
Where is Louise based?
Louise is located in Australia.
How can people work with her online?
Consultations are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the profile.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states that she is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to work with Louise?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a therapy relationship with her?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as described in the profile.