New Start Counselling and Psychotherapy
Welcome to
Mental Health Counselling and Psychotherapy for Women
Counselling Support for Chronic Illness (Specialising in MS), Anxiety, Trauma and More
Available Australia-Wide
Welcome
Are you a woman living with chronic illness or navigating mental health challenges?
You are in the right place. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, chronic illness, or the lasting impacts of trauma, you will find a space here that is compassionate, grounded, and real.
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I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy for women across Australia (and beyond) through secure telehealth, telephone sessions, and in-person appointments in Seaton, South Australia.
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What Makes My Practice Different?
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Lived experience.
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I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 2020 and understand, firsthand, the emotional and physical toll of chronic illness and navigating a hidden disability. To the best of my knowledge, I am the only Counsellor in South Australia living with MS, and I bring that lived understanding into every session.
So when I say “I get it,” I truly do. I understand the day-to-day realities of chronic illness; the unpredictability, the fatigue, the impact it has not just on your body, but on your identity, relationships, and emotional well-being.
I have also walked (and healed) a personal mental health journey, including the effects of childhood trauma. This dual lens, both lived and professional, shapes how I work: with deep empathy, real-world insight, and a strong belief that healing is possible.
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When you work with me, you are not just another client. I have created a non-clinical, welcoming space where your story matters, and your experience is met with empathy and respect. I listen deeply and walk alongside you, drawing from evidence-based practices like CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and more, while also sharing the real-life tools that have helped me and many others.
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You deserve support that understands you. So, if you are looking for a Counsellor who gets what it is like to live with chronic illness, manage anxiety, or heal from trauma, I am here for you.
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Sessions are available nationwide via telehealth or phone, as well as in person from Seaton, South Australia.
NDIS clients (self and plan-managed) are welcome.
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Reach out today. If you are unsure, a free 15-minute call can help you decide if I am the right fit.
Or if you are ready to get started, you are welcome to book your first session today.
About Me
My name is Samantha Seymour (Sam)
Why Choose Me?
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I’m a Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach, (aspiring) Motivational Speaker, single mum of twins, drummer in a band, animal lover, avid lover of roses and gardening, and a woman who has walked through her own mental health and chronic illness journey.
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I live with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and I am passionate about creating a space where women feel safe, seen, and truly supported.
To the best of my knowledge, I am the only Counsellor in South Australia living with MS. I bring not just professional training, but real lived experience into every session. That means I get it, on both a personal and professional level, and I offer therapy that is grounded, relatable, and real.
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Lecture theatres and textbooks have their place, but nothing compares to lived experience when it comes to depth, understanding, and empathy.
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Why Is My Space Different?
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I’ve been the client who did not feel comfortable in a clinical setting. I’ve sat across from therapists who took endless notes, barely made eye contact, or sat behind a desk that created a power dynamic I could not ignore. One even typed through our whole session. What I really needed was someone who could meet me in the metaphorical mud and not be afraid to sit there with me.
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That experience shaped how I work now.
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I have consciously created something different, whether you’re seeing me online, by phone, or in person. My space is relaxed, warm, and down-to-earth. Think lounge room vibes, not a cold clinic. No medical model. No judgement. No pressure to be anything other than yourself.
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Just real talk, real support, and a genuine connection.
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What I Value
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Authenticity – You don’t have to be anything other than yourself here.
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Empathy – I listen to understand, not to “fix.”
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Respect – Your pace, your values, and your choices always.
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Lived Experience – I use what I have learned through my healing to help you navigate yours.
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Inclusivity – I welcome women from all walks of life, backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
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Human-First Therapy – You are a person, not a problem to be solved.
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Want to know more about me? Then, please click the link below
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Counselling Services
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​​Counselling for Women
Empower Your Mental Health!
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Are you ready to take control of your mental well-being? Whether it be depression, anxiety, parenting issues, life changes, a new or existing diagnosis, empty-nester syndrome or relationship problems I am here to help you. Book a Counselling session with me today and start your journey towards a stronger, more resilient you!
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Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Empower Your Recovery!
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Are you navigating the NDIS, mental health challenges, or the impacts of disability in your everyday life? Psychosocial Recovery Coaching offers practical, person-centred support to help you build confidence, increase independence, and work toward your goals. Let’s partner together to create a life that works for you.
Book a Recovery Coaching session today and take the next step toward meaningful change!
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NDIS Counselling
I specialise in working with those newly diagnosed and those already living with MS, autoimmune disorders, and Chronic Illnesses.
However, I also work with many clients under NDIS, so please contact me now to talk about how I can help you along your mental health journey.
Working with self-managed or plan-managed NDIS plans.
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Motivational Speaking
Diagnosis to Drummer: How to stay mentally strong through life's challenges is something that I am very proud to offer.
Discover my journey from diagnosis to drummer, and learn how to stay resilient and empowered through life's toughest moments. I want to help anyone going through tough changes find their strength and navigate their challenges.
Address
New Start Counselling and Psychotherapy
SEATON SA 5023
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Opening Times
(Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
or by appointment other days)