Nathan (he/him) is a Neuroaffirming Gestalt therapist who specialises in supporting adults and relationships to become more secure, emotionally mature and responsible. Allowing more responsiveness and availability within relationships, leading to a more enriched experience of life.
Please Note: Nathan is not currently taking on new clients.
Special Interests
Power and power imbalance within systems, structures, relationships (parenting, romantic, groups, institutions, etc)
Cultural conditioning and normative culture; be it broad/societal, intra and inter generational, family of origin and (the ways these are perpetuated) intrapsychicly (within the "self")
Gender (binary) norms and gender roles
Mononormativity (monogamous dominant/polyphobic) and nuclear family norms and expectations
Parenting: Neuroaffirming, respectful, collaborative, attachment parenting with a particular interest in neurodivergence and PDA (Collaborative and Proactive Solutions, indirect communication/language, declarative language)
Neuroaffirming/Neurodivergent-Affirming practice: welcoming and deshaming (and reframing) different ways of thinking, feeling, experiencing and communicating
Nathan is warm, approachable, and non-judgemental. He invites being challenged and corrected by clients, especially if he has misunderstood them or their experience. He recognises it is likely very risky and difficult to do this. Therefore, Nathan strives to acknowledge when a client does so, listening deeply, so they feel heard. For many this presents an opportunity for crucial corrective emotional experiences.
Nathan strives to create a safe, accepting culture that is:
Neurodiversity Affirming (ND affirming)Anti-oppressiveLGBTIQA+ friendlyNDIS friendlyPoly and non-monogamy friendlySex worker friendlyKink friendlyFat friendly
Nathan has experience/expertise (and is always learning) in the following areas:
Depression, anxiety, grief & stressMarital, relationship & parenting distressCoercive control & recovery from abusive relationshipsTrauma, complex trauma, C-PTSD & disorganised attachmentAnger management, substance abuse & addictionNeurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, SPD, dyslexia, etc)Narcissistic abuse & adverse childhood experiencesIssues regarding sex & sexualityGender fluidity, non-binary & trans experiences
Business, management (and leadership), entrepreneurship, marketing, accounting, organisational cultures
Qualifications, Education & Training
Masters in Gestalt psychotherapy,Externship, Core Skills A & Core Skills B in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy),Assisted Advanced Training in EFT (Core Skills A and B, Attachment Injury Repair Model),Advanced training in Depth Enquiry,Published research on neuroscience-informed psychotherapy, and its application to working sensitively with trauma and attachment injury, andExtensive ongoing supervision and training in Emotionally Focussed Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Attachment Theory.
Associations, Memberships & Accreditation
PACFA. Reg. Clinical: 27186GANZ memberICEEFT memberBCEFT member
Nathan’s Identity: White, gender non-conforming cis man, heterosexual, monogamous, able-bodied, neurodivergent, parent of three children (born: 2000, 2005, 2013).
Nathan’s lived experience: Neurodivergence (ND; AuDHD, SPD, APD), parenting ND children, single parenting, DV, bullying, chronic pain, hearing loss. Nathan is happy to discuss his identity, lived experience, and values. If you are curious about this, please feel free to ask him.
Nathan writes…
“Are you struggling to feel a sense of connection to yourself, your kids or partner(s)? Are you wanting to break negative repeating patterns to find more meaning and connection?My approach is gentle, evidence-informed and relational. My work is trauma-sensitive, attachment & evidence-informed. My greatest skills as a therapist come from my lived experience. I learn from being a parent, partner, mentor, son, brother, uncle and friend. Culture, neurodiversity, power, attachment theory, trauma and embodiment are particular interests and inform the way I practice. I enjoy helping people reconnect with their bodies, make sense of their emotions, heal past hurts and lay down new neural pathways through creating (and protecting) a secure bond with their self and important others through corrective emotional experiences..."
Availability:
West End (Brisbane): Friday (fortnightly; 12.30pm – 4.30pm)Murwillumbah (Nth NSW): Thursday and Friday (fortnightly)Online (Zoom): Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Note: All times are AEST (Brisbane time).
Gestalt Therapy Students
Nathan is a Neuroaffirming Gestalt therapist, committed to creating a non-judgemental, inclusive, and anti-oppressive therapeutic space. His practice honours the interplay of neurodivergence, cultural context, privilege and power, addressing these factors with care and sensitivity. Nathan employs Gestalt therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Depth Enquiry to help clients process unfinished business, trauma, anxiety, and introjects. As a neurodivergent therapist, he works relationally and holistically, supporting clients to de-shame and normalise their experiences, while simultaneously exploring neurostyle (wiring) and contact styles; building ground for self acceptance and self advocacy, balanced with exploring (and updating) fixed Gestalts, creative adjustments and contact styles.
Nathan collaborates with his Gestalt therapy student clients; tailoring their therapeutic journey to balance experience, growth and learning. Students are supported to experience Gestalt therapy firsthand while also exploring its principles and methods. Space is provided for unpacking interventions, linking them to Gestalt theory, supporting development of the student’s therapist identity and knowledge. This collaboration is a dynamic process, adapting to meet the student’s evolving needs as they learn and integrate the Gestalt paradigm. This co-created approach supports students to deepen self-awareness, enhance skills, and align their learning with personal and professional goals. Double appointments and outdoors (walk and talk) appointments are available at the southern Gold Coast, or in Brisbane. Please let Nathan know if you are interested in these options. Gestalt student price: $170/hr. For GTB students: $135 will be paid by GTB, as part of the Fee-Help associated with your course. The $35 gap will be payable by the student. Email: nathan@healingground.com.auPhone: 0413 529 638
Nathan collaborates with his Gestalt therapy student clients; tailoring their therapeutic journey to balance experience, growth and learning. Students are supported to experience Gestalt therapy firsthand while also exploring its principles and methods. Space is provided for unpacking interventions, linking them to Gestalt theory, supporting development of the student’s therapist identity and knowledge. This collaboration is a dynamic process, adapting to meet the student’s evolving needs as they learn and integrate the Gestalt paradigm. This co-created approach supports students to deepen self-awareness, enhance skills, and align their learning with personal and professional goals. Double appointments and outdoors (walk and talk) appointments are available at the southern Gold Coast, or in Brisbane. Please let Nathan know if you are interested in these options. Gestalt student price: $170/hr. For GTB students: $135 will be paid by GTB, as part of the Fee-Help associated with your course. The $35 gap will be payable by the student. Email: nathan@healingground.com.auPhone: 0413 529 638
PRICING
Individual Therapy & Depth Enquiry: $210/hr
Gestalt Students: $170/hr
PACFA Reg Clinical: 27176Note: Nathan is not taking on new clients at this stage. If you would like to be added to his waiting list, please send him an email. Nathan no longer works with couples.
Medibank Provider Number: A300161HBUPA Provider Number: J003012AHM Provider Number: 21257048