About Me

Hi, I'm James​.

I'm motivated by the joy of seeing others flourish in ways that are important to them.​ That's why I started Forest & Flow Counselling.

My tertiary qualifications include:

• B. of Environmental Science (Latrobe) 2002

• Graduate Diploma of Education (Monash) 2007

• Graduate Certificate in Coaching and Counselling (Deakin) 2015

• Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Deakin) 2025

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Lived experience brings its own qualifications. Now in mid-forties,

and having raised two great kids, I have had my own journey in navigating life's ups and downs. This brings its own 'real-ness' which I bring to my counselling.

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I have a special interest in men's wellbeing. As traditional male roles are challenged, men are called to define themselves in new ways that we are still working out.

I currently convene a men's group in Melbourne that meets once a month, and have lead one in the past. This is key in understanding how men can thrive in a post-modern world.

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Being a father has been the most important, challenging and life-enhancing thing I have done. I greatly enjoy discussing raising children with other parents.​