Roger Frankel

Roger brings to the therapeutic relationship a capacity to make clients feel at ease and confident about raising sensitive issues. The creation of a safe and trusting relationship, where problems can be openly disclosed and discussed, is the foundation stone of effective therapy leading to change and growth towards a more aware, serene and fulfilling life. Most clients will feel much better simply knowing that they are not alone in their situation, and that the intensity of their distress can be attenuated through therapy. Many clients will experience enlightening moments of self-awareness as they engage with new meaning in their lives.

Much of Roger’s professional life was spent in the Australian Foreign Service. He served in 5 countries and speaks Spanish, Portuguese and French fluently. He has decided to make his life experience and professional training available to fellow members of our community who may need emotional support. He has a Masters in Social Science (Human Services-Counselling) from Swinburne University. He observes the ethical standards established by the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Association of Victoria (CAPAV).

There is no “one size fits all” therapeutic approach. Some clients prefer to work through their existential issues and distress in a deep exploration of their inner selves. Others are more comfortable with a solution focused approach, to deal with particular issues. Yet others are simply looking for assistance in making a difficult decision. Many of us face grief, anxiety, addictions, difficulties in relationships, chronic illness, the occasional overwhelming feeling of hopelessness and despair, and sometimes depression. Some of us need help to deal with these difficult times. Roger likes to work in a collaborative way with his clients, honouring their uniqueness.

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LITTLE FISH CAREERS

Change, and how we respond to it, is fundamental in determining how we thrive in our personal and professional lives. When faced with changed circumstances, even if we have planned them, we can feel overwhelmed. We often get stuck. To support those who are experiencing difficulties with this process, Inner Melbourne Counselling and Little Fish Careers have combined to provide clients with a greater range of services. The principals of both organisations have known each other for many years and are confident that this initiative will benefit their clients, especially where career transition needs and emotional issues coexist, as they often do. We will work together, through reciprocal referrals and a multidisciplinary team approach, to ensure clients receive the level and range of support that will ease their transition through a period of change, and allow them to resume a fully satisfying, enriching and meaningful life.

Little Fish Careers can be accessed on www.littlefishcareers.com

Fees

Roger’s Counselling fees are as follows:

Individual clients
First appointment: $125.00 (usually 1 1/4 hours)
Subsequent appointments: $100.00 (usually 50 minutes)

Couples
First appointment: $150.00 (usually 1 1/2hours)
Subsequent appointments: $125.00 (usually 1 hour).

Medicare rebates are not available.
Clients are asked to check with their private health funds if they will provide a rebate for Counseling.

Location

Inner Melbourne Counselling functions from North Fitzroy and is within easy access from suburbs such as Clifton Hill, Carlton and Brunswick. Appointments are available in clinic rooms in other suburbs as well.

Contact

Clients wishing to make an appointment to see a Counsellor should in the first instance email Roger Frankel on rfrankel@ozemail.com.au. You can also reach Roger on 0414 815 357 and leave a message.
He will usually return your call within two hours in order to arrange an appointment.