Counsellor & Gestalt Psychotherapist · Fitzroy, Melbourne
You’ve been puttingthis off for months.That was the hard part.
Counselling and gestalt psychotherapy in Fitzroy, Melbourne — and by phone or video. No referral, no diagnosis, nothing you need to have worked out first.
What brings you here?
The first 15 minutes are free.
Or send a message instead.
“If it turns out I’m not the right fit, I’ll let you know gently and do my best to help you find someone who is. Feeling well-matched matters, and I want you to land with the support that truly suits you.”
Angus Ferguson · PACFA registeredPACFA registered
Current membership
No referral needed
Book directly
50-minute sessions
$140, sliding scale available
After hours
Evening appointments
There is no version of this you are supposed to have worked out beforehand. People arrive mid-sentence, with the wrong words, or with no words at all.
I’m Angus, a counsellor and Gestalt psychotherapist based in Fitzroy, Melbourne. I work with people who feel anxious, stuck, overwhelmed, or sad. I also work with people who have concerns related to drugs and/or alcohol.
You don’t need a diagnosis, a referral, or the perfect words to begin — we can start from wherever you are.
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Hear him talk
Why addiction feels impossible to stop.
A warm, grounded conversation in simple language about addiction and the places we can get stuck. The episode explores the role of steady, compassionate support, and how it can help to relate more openly and honestly to wants, needs, and our patterns of behaviour.
Angus talks with The Right Therapist. If you’re unsure whether he’s the right therapist for you, hearing him reflect on his approach to therapy might help you decide.
Before you come
The whole walk, from the footpath to the chair.
Not knowing what you are walking into is its own reason to put this off. So here is every step of it, in order, with nothing dressed up. There are four.
- 01The front door
You find the entrance
Located at 263 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
- 02The way in
You walk up the path
Follow the signs inside the clinic that direct you up two flights of stairs, and to the left- You'll then see the waiting room on your left.
- 03The wait
You wait somewhere quiet
Angus comes out to meet you from here at your session time. -The bathroom is further down the hallway from the waiting room, and on your left.
- 04The room
And then you sit down
Make yourself comfortable on the grey couch
What people bring
You do not have to arrive with it sorted.
These are the things people most often bring through the door. If yours is not on the list, it still belongs here.
Anxiety and overwhelm
Worry that has stopped feeling manageable. We explore what stirs it up, how it shows itself in your body and relationships, and how you can meet it with more steadiness and support.
Depression and feeling stuck
Flatness, low mood, and the sense that nothing shifts. We explore what’s weighing you down, what’s been hard to name, and how you can reconnect with moments of ease, energy, and appetite for life again.
Relationships and family
Intimate partner concerns, family dynamics, parenting challenges, and the impacts of family violence. We explore how these relationships shape your wellbeing, what patterns are now playing out, and how you can find steadiness, support, and clearer choices within them.
Alcohol, drugs and behaviour
Alcohol, prescription or illicit drugs, gambling, porn, sex, and food patterns, all explored without judgement, with someone experienced in community health and attuned to the life patterns that shape these struggles.
LGBTQIA+ affirming
An anti-oppressive, inclusive practice listed with Victorian Inclusive Practitioners. You won’t need to explain or justify your identity. We begin from curiosity and respect.
Something you cannot name yet
Many people arrive without clear words for what is happening. That’s a completely valid place to begin, and we can explore it gently together.
Whichever of these brought you here, what happens next is the same — a free 15-minute call first, then a first session at your pace. The fee and the Medicare question are answered plainly too.
The approach
Gestalt therapy, in plain words.
Most therapy focuses on the past, but I also pay attention to what’s happening right now — in your body, your emotions, and in the space between us. You don’t need to have answers for any of this. Simply giving a bit more space to notice what’s happening for these aspects of you in the moment can become a helpful way of understanding yourself and the concerns you’ve come to therapy with.
Sometimes small things that show up in a session — a physical tightening before a topic, or saying “it’s fine” in a tight voice — can show us what might need more room, care, or curiosity. As we start noticing these moments more often, you may find that you feel more capacity and confidence in how you choose to respond. Paying attention in this way can make moving towards ‘wanted change’ feel more possible, intentional, and conscious for you.
Therapy with me usually feels like a steady, grounded conversation at your pace — with someone paying close attention, staying with you, and not pushing faster than you’re ready to go.
The practical bits
No surprises, including the money.
- Session length
- 50 minutes
- Fee
- $140 — sliding-scale fees are available for those who need them, on a case-by-case basis.
- Where
- 263 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy — metered street parking, on the 11 tram line.
- Also available
- Phone and video sessions.
- Referral & rebates
- No referral or diagnosis needed — book directly. Medicare rebates do not apply, and the fee is set with that in mind.
- Cancellations
- 48 hours’ notice.
Common questions
How long does counselling usually last?
Therapy doesn’t have a set timeline. Some people come for a short period to work through a specific concern; others stay longer as deeper layers of their experience emerge. We check in together as we go, paying attention to what feels useful, what’s shifting, and whether continuing still supports your goals. The length of therapy is something we decide collaboratively, based on your needs and what feels right for you.
What are the common benefits of therapy?
Many people find therapy helps them understand themselves more clearly. It offers a steady place to explore what’s happening in their lives, make sense of difficult experiences, and develop more grounded ways of responding to challenges. The benefits are different for everyone, but they often come from having a consistent, supportive space to reflect and grow.
I am worried about my first session.
It’s completely normal to feel unsure before starting therapy. The first session is simply a gentle chance to connect, get a sense of each other, and explore what feels present for you at a pace that feels manageable. You don’t need to arrive with anything prepared; we start from wherever you are.
Do you offer telehealth or phone counselling?
Sessions can be by phone, video conference, or in person in Fitzroy, whichever feels most comfortable for you. Each option is the same length and the same fee.
Fifteen minutes, no cost, no obligation.
A short phone call to talk about what you are after and whether I am the right person for it. If I am not, I will help you find who is.