It's Time 

Break Free from Anxiety
One Evidence-Based Step at a Time.

Integrated Therapy for Anxiety:
Trauma-Informed, Neuro-Affirming

Shelley Murphy Counselling 

Where every story is heard and every person matters.

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🧠 Meet Brendon

Therapist. Tech-lover. Former elite athlete. Dad joke connoisseur.

As an elite athlete many years ago (yes, that’s me in the photo), I learned firsthand how powerful the mind is in shaping and surpassing our perceived limits. Since then, I’ve lived the 9–5 grind, explored multiple careers, and finally landed where I’m happiest: helping people help themselves.

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I don’t just talk theory, I’ve lived it. Every tool I use in therapy has been road tested in my own life. That means what I offer goes far beyond textbook regurgitation. It’s grounded, practical, and deeply personal.

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My thirst for knowledge has led me to train in:

• Counselling

• Anger Management

• Addiction Recovery

• Relationship Counselling

• Coaching & Mentoring

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) for trauma

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This work excites me and yes, it’s also a great excuse to expand my gadget collection. I’m the resident tech guru on our team, and I love integrating tools that enhance the therapeutic experience.

I mostly work solo, but I collaborate with Shelley and Lisa when we feel a client would benefit from a team approach. They give me heaps because I’m apparently a walking encyclopedia of dad jokes and own the largest hat collection in Adelaide. If you’ve got a new joke or hat tip, send it my way.

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Long story short:
If you’re looking for a genuine therapist who won’t cut you off at the 49-minute mark just as you’re opening up that’s me. I’ll make the time if you make the commitment.

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There are more than 30 private health insurance providers in Australia and of these a small number provide cover for hypnotherapy services.  Generally hypnotherapy comes under extras cover and a high level of insurance is required to make a claim. As of April 2022 GoAH members have been accredited for the following health funds:

• HBF

• CBH

• HCF

• HCI

• Queensland Country Health Fund

• St Lukes Health 

 All funds have different rules and requirements but there is generally an upper limit of around $200 which can be claimed in any one year. Clients are advised to check with their insurer as to whether their plan covers hypnotherapy.

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