Counselling for busy, overwhelmed, anxious women who are struggling to keep it all together
“You’re Not Broken - You’re Burnt Out”
You’ve spent years being reliable, capable, and keeping everyone else on track.
From the outside, it looks like you’ve got it together. But inside, it’s a different story.
The anxiety never really switches off - even when things are “fine”
You lie awake overthinking everything you said, did, or didn’t do
You’re stuck in go-mode but can’t remember the last time you felt genuinely relaxed
You feel guilty when you rest, and guilty when you can’t keep up
You keep asking yourself, “Why can’t I just get it together?”
It’s not that you’re doing something wrong. It’s that you’ve been carrying too much, for too long - without the space or support to stop, breathe, and reconnect with you.
Hi, I’m Louise - Counsellor, Recovering stress head, and fellow overthinker
I know what it’s like to look like you’ve got it together, while inside you're running on empty.
Eight years ago, I was there too — juggling work, parenting, relationships, and trying to hold it all together. Anxiety, stress, and exhaustion were running the show. I felt like I wasn’t doing a good job anywhere, and burnout wasn’t just a risk — it had already arrived.
That experience led me back to this work — because I know how powerful it can be to have the right support at the right time.
Now, I help other women move from stressed, cranky, and stuck to clear, calm, and confident. Whether you're caught in anxiety spirals, constantly on edge, or just completely overwhelmed, I use practical tools and strategies to help you reset — so you can breathe again, feel more like yourself, and actually enjoy your life, not just power through it.
I'm also a mum of two kids (and two cats), an ADHDer, a nature lover, and someone who enjoys a good home renovation show. And I’d be honoured to walk alongside you on your path out of stress and back into steady, sustainable wellbeing.
“What life can look like?”
Imagine waking up without that heavy feeling in your chest. Life is still full—but you’re not running on empty. With the right support, you can feel calmer, clearer, and more present with yourself, your work, and the people you love.
Here’s what life can look like with the right support:
You respond instead of react — even when things get messy
You feel more confident in your decisions, and less stuck in overthinking
The constant guilt, self-doubt, and internal pressure start to ease
You actually enjoy the moments you used to rush through
You stop feeling like you’re failing at everything and start feeling steady, capable, and more you
You don’t need to keep pushing through, hoping things will magically get easier.
Change is possible—and it starts with giving yourself space to breathe.
Give yourself space to breathe.
Give yourself space to breathe.
You don't have to do this alone.
I offer counselling and coaching for women experiencing anxiety, stress, or ADHD - creating space to slow down, reset, and feel more like yourself again.
Tailored Support for Anxiety, ADHD & Life Stress
Anxiety Counselling
Practical, compassionate support for women navigating anxiety, stress, and overwhelm-so you can feel more grounded and in control.
ADHD Support
Coaching and counselling for ADHDers - blending structure, strategies, and self-understanding (no diagnosis needed).
QPS Self-Refer
A safe, confidential space for Queensland Police staff to process stress, anxiety, burnout, and life’s daily demands.
What clients say about Cara Counselling
“Just wanted to say thank you for being a big help, for listening to all my issues, all your great advice and strategies! You have really helped changed my life and make it a lot easier so I will be forever grateful.” CH- Oct 2023
“Thanks so much for being awesome!” KA - July 2020
“You’re saving my life, and I’m grateful for that” FH - May 2019
“Louise is super approachable, caring and easy to talk to… I would highly recommend Cara Counselling to anyone going through a career change or other upheaval in their life.” AH - March 2019
“Our sessions were very valuable and l thank you again for getting me through a difficult time in my life.” DR - Sept 2023
"This has been the most helpful conversation I’ve had with a professional, and it’s really helped with decisions and practical actions" DB - May 2025
“I know that there’s no judgement in that room.” LG - August 2020
“Louise has been just fantastic. I have been able to open about some issues that I haven't been able to with previous counsellors. Her approach is one filled with warmth and compassion which helps put me at ease.” CP - October 2019