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Holly Hudson

Summary

Dedicated counsellor with a background in humanitarian aid and social support. Committed to improving the quality of life for others. With a master's degree in counselling and over 10 years of experience in various counselling roles, I have honed my ability to connect with clients and empower them to achieve their goals. Skilled in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practice, and mindfulness-based therapies, I specialise in supporting individuals through life transitions and challenges. My approach is compassionate, culturally competent, and focused on promoting self-determination.


Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants. Skilled person centred counsellor with strong background helping clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualised plans and developing important skills. Accredited by the Australian Counselling Association Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COUNSELLOR

Holly Faye Counselling
01.2022 - Current
  • Conducting individual counselling sessions both in-person and online, specialising in life transitions, mental health, and relationships
  • Utilising evidence-based therapies, including ACT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-based Therapy, to assist clients in reaching their therapeutic goals
  • Conducting thorough assessments and creating personalised treatment plans to address clients' unique needs
  • Maintaining comprehensive and accurate client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards
  • Developing and implementing marketing strategies to increase visibility and grow the business
  • Managing finances and billing to ensure efficient and accurate financial operations.

TELEHEALTH COUNSELLOR

Women's Information and Referral Exchange
02.2019 - Current
  • Providing compassionate counselling support, information and referrals to women, non-binary, and gender diverse people.
  • Assisting clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement
  • Implementing a feminist framework, demonstrating an understanding of intersectionality to effectively support clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Developing positive relationships with clients by delivering friendly, efficient, and respectful service.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-sufficiency

ADMINISTRATOR - Business Operations

Building Principals
05.2015 - Current
  • Assisting in successfully launching a start-up building consultancy business, with administrative and operational tasks
  • Ensuring legal and insurance compliance by reviewing and confirming all company documentation and implementing effective record-keeping practices
  • Implemented a comprehensive record filing system to improve document organisation and management
  • Managing accounts payable and receivable, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and ensuring timely payments and collections.

COUNSELLOR

Maple Leaf Psychology
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Administered comprehensive initial client assessments to gain understanding of clients' concerns and needs.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement
  • Conducted short-term counselling sessions with clients ranging from 14 to 70 years, utilising evidence-based techniques such as CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.

Social Support COUNSELLOR

Uniting VIC TAS
11.2020 - 10.2022
  • Provided ongoing telephone counselling to elderly clients, helping them to combat social isolation and improve their quality of life.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Developed and maintained respectful and effective relationships with clients, demonstrating empathy and active listening skills.

Program Support Specialist

World Vision Australia
12.1994 - 11.2015
  • Contributed to designing and implementing health and psychosocial support programs in East Asia, improving outcomes for vulnerable populations, and promoting mental wellness.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive program plans and timelines
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team building activities and maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues.
  • Evaluated program performance against established benchmarks, identifying areas for improvement and recommending appropriate action plans
  • Provided timely and accurate progress reports to stakeholders, facilitating effective decision making
  • Provided general program information and assistance
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
  • Designed culturally competent health education materials to engage diverse communities and promote positive behaviour change.
  • Developed targeted health interventions for specific populations, resulting in better overall community health.
  • Conducted assessments of existing health programs and made recommendations for reorganization, overhauling or scrapping various initiatives.

Education

Master of Counselling -

Edith Cowan University
01.2022

Graduate Certificate of Counselling -

Edith Cowan University
01.2021

Bachelor of Applied Science, Health Science (Health Promotion and Family) -

Deakin University
01.2004

Skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Empathy, compassion, and building rapport
  • Confidentiality and cultural competence
  • Social support and mental health support
  • Developing individualised action plans
  • Goal setting
  • Crisis intervention and CPR
  • Networking, relationship building and referral
  • Records and database management
  • Time management and business management
  • Advocacy and health program evaluation
  • Customer service

Certification

  • St Johns Ambulance Mental Health First Aid
  • Livingworks ASIST Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
  • LivCor First Aid and CPR

Affiliations

Australian Counselling Association, level 2

Timeline

COUNSELLOR

Maple Leaf Psychology
10.2022 - 02.2023

COUNSELLOR

Holly Faye Counselling
01.2022 - Current

Social Support COUNSELLOR

Uniting VIC TAS
11.2020 - 10.2022

TELEHEALTH COUNSELLOR

Women's Information and Referral Exchange
02.2019 - Current

ADMINISTRATOR - Business Operations

Building Principals
05.2015 - Current

Program Support Specialist

World Vision Australia
12.1994 - 11.2015

Master of Counselling -

Edith Cowan University

Graduate Certificate of Counselling -

Edith Cowan University

Bachelor of Applied Science, Health Science (Health Promotion and Family) -

Deakin University

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