Your Life Therapy – Mens Mental Health Specialist2026-10-04T01:31:42+00:00

Jon Farham Counsellor & Psychotherapist

Therapy that is human, practical and grounded in real experience.

Private, confidential, practical and person-centred counselling and psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Understand what’s getting in the way, work through life’s challenges and find a clearer direction forward.

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Counselling & Psychotherapy Services

Make sense of what’s going on. Find a way forward.

Practical, person-centred counselling and psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Work through difficult experiences, relationships, patterns, pressures and the things that are getting in the way.

Adolescents & Adults

Online or In-person Sessions

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Specialist individual counselling and psychotherapy for men.

A dedicated area of my practice supporting men with the issues, experiences and pressures that can affect mental health, relationships, work, identity and everyday life, with practical support available online or in person.

Men’s Mental Health Specialist

Online or In-person Sessions

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Mental health support people actually engage with.

Move workplace mental health beyond a policy and a phone number, with down to earth, practitioner-led support tailored to your people, your workplace and the issues that actually matter to your organisation.

Men’s Workplace Bespoke Programs

Employee & Manager Counselling

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About Me

I am a counsellor and psychotherapist and founder of Your Life Therapy. My work spans individual therapy, men’s mental health and workplace mental health, drawing on extensive therapeutic experience and more than 20 years of management experience.

My approach is empathic and person-centred, while also practical, direct and grounded in everyday life.

How Can Counselling & Psychotherapy Help

Anxiety & Stress

Anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived threat. It can affect your thoughts, feelings and body, sometimes making everyday situations feel overwhelming or difficult to manage.

Depression & Low Mood

Depression and low mood can affect how you think, feel and function day to day. It may leave you feeling flat, disconnected, overwhelmed or unable to enjoy things you normally would.

Loneliness & Isolation

Loneliness and isolation can affect anyone, leaving you feeling disconnected from others, unsupported or alone. Over time, this can impact your mood, confidence and sense of connection.

Relationships & Connection

Relationships and connection can affect anyone, leaving you feeling misunderstood, disconnected or alone. Over time, this can impact your mood, confidence and sense of connection.

Anger & Emotional Regulation

Anger and emotional regulation can affect anyone, leaving you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed or out of control. Over time, this can impact your mood, relationships, confidence and sense of connection.

Communication & Boundaries

Communication and boundaries can affect how we connect with others. Difficulties can leave you feeling unheard, frustrated or unsure how to express what you need.

Trauma & Difficult Experiences

Trauma and difficult experiences can affect how you feel, think and respond to situations. They can continue to affect your relationships, wellbeing and everyday life.

Grief, Loss & Life Changes

Grief is a natural response to loss and can affect us in many different ways. It can follow the loss of a person, relationship, job, role, independence or the life you expected to have.

Addiction & Problematic Behaviours

Addiction can develop when something used for enjoyment, relief or escape becomes difficult to control. It can begin to affect your relationships, work, finances or everyday life.

Self-Esteem & Confidence

Self-esteem is how you see and value yourself. Confidence is how capable you feel in different situations, and both can affect how you approach relationships, decisions and everyday life.

Motivation & Feeling Stuck

Feeling stuck can make it difficult to find the motivation to move forward. You may feel uncertain, overwhelmed or unable to see a clear way ahead.

Burnout & Exhaustion

Burnout can develop when ongoing demands leave you feeling exhausted and depleted. You may feel constantly tired, overwhelmed or unable to keep going.

Work & Career Pressures

Work and career pressures can affect your wellbeing and life outside of work. Ongoing demands can leave you feeling overwhelmed, uncertain or unable to switch off.

Identity & Sense of Self

Identity is how you understand who you are and what matters to you. Changes in life and circumstances can sometimes leave you questioning yourself, your direction or where you fit.

Meaning & Purpose

Meaning and purpose can help you feel connected to your life and the direction you're heading. When that sense of purpose is missing, you may feel lost, unfulfilled or stuck.

Values & What Matters to You

Values are the things that matter to us and can influence how we want to live. When our lives don't reflect what matters to us, we may feel disconnected, unfulfilled or stuck.

Understanding Emotions

Emotions are a natural part of being human and can affect how we think, feel and respond. Understanding them can help you recognise what you’re experiencing and respond in more helpful ways.

Coping & Resilience

Coping is how we respond to stress, change and difficult experiences. Resilience is our ability to adapt and keep going when life becomes challenging.

Personal Growth & Self-Awareness

Personal growth can involve understanding yourself and the patterns that shape your life. Self-awareness can help you make more conscious choices about how you want to live.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you are considering individual therapy or looking for mental health support for your organisation, you are welcome to get in touch.

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The ‘Your Life’ Work

Therapy can provide the space to better understand yourself, recognise patterns and consider what may need to change. The work is collaborative, practical and focused on what matters to you. Therapy can help with:

Greater Self Awareness

Develop a better understanding of your thoughts, emotions, behaviours and patterns.

Clarity and Perspective

Step back from what is happening and consider situations, relationships and choices from different perspectives.

Choice and Change

Greater awareness can create greater choice in how you respond, rather than simply repeating familiar patterns.

Coping and Resilience

Develop practical ways of responding to challenges, managing difficult experiences and looking after your mental health and wellbeing.

Connection and Relationships

Better understand how you relate to yourself and others, communicate your needs and build healthier, more meaningful relationships.

Direction and Alignment

Explore what matters to you and whether the way you are living remains aligned with your values, relationships and the person you want to be.

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Workplace Mental Health People Actually Engage With

I design and deliver tailored, practitioner-led mental health services for organisations, drawing on extensive counselling and psychotherapy practice alongside more than 20 years of management experience. Services include men’s mental health programs, employee counselling and psychotherapy, and practical consultation for managers, designed to complement existing EAP and workplace supports.

Bespoke group programs designed to create relevant conversations, develop greater understanding and encourage practical engagement with mental health and wellbeing.

Confidential individual counselling delivered through organisationally funded arrangements, either independently or alongside an existing EAP.

Practical guidance to help managers have better mental health conversations, respond appropriately and connect employees with suitable support.

Want to book a bespoke men’s mental health & wellbeing program at work?

If you would like to discuss men’s mental health programs, employee counselling or mental health support for your organisation, please contact me directly to discuss your organisation’s needs.

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Men’s Mental Health Articles

  • Men’s Mental Health at Work: Taking the Conversation to Where Men Are

    Explore men’s mental health at work, why workplaces can provide opportunities for engagement, and how practical conversations can complement existing support.

  • Why Group Conversations Can Work for Men

    How group conversations can provide men with opportunities for connection, shared experience, different perspectives and greater mental health awareness.

  • Why Men Can Find It Difficult to Ask for Help

    Why can asking for help be difficult for some men? This article explores help-seeking, the roles and responsibilities men carry, our tendency to become focused on doing, and what can happen when we lose connection with ourselves and others.

General FAQ’s

Have questions about counselling and psychotherapy, how it works or what to expect? Find answers to some of the most common questions, or explore the full FAQ for more information.

What does the first session look like?2026-10-01T14:25:49+00:00

The first session is an opportunity for us to begin understanding what has brought you to therapy, what is happening in your life and what you would like to work on. There is no expectation that you arrive knowing exactly what you need or where to begin. We start with what feels most relevant to you.

Do you offer telehealth?2026-10-01T14:26:40+00:00

Yes. Therapy is available via telehealth as well as face-to-face, depending on your needs and location.

Who do you work with?2026-09-28T23:24:31+00:00

I work primarily with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and life circumstances. I also have a particular interest in working with men and men’s mental health.

What can we work on?2026-10-01T14:26:16+00:00

People come to therapy for many different reasons, including anxiety, depression, loneliness and isolation, relationships, anger, stress, grief and loss, addiction, motivation, meaning and purpose, values, self-awareness, life changes and workplace pressures.

Do I need a referral?2026-10-01T14:27:17+00:00

No. You do not need a referral to make an appointment and can contact me directly to discuss therapy or arrange a session. Medicare rebates do not apply.

What if I am not sure whether therapy is right for me?2026-10-01T14:27:55+00:00

I offer a complimentary 15-minute initial phone call where we can briefly discuss what you are looking for, answer any initial questions and consider whether working together may be a good fit.

Can you work alongside our existing EAP or workplace mental health services?2026-09-20T15:00:30+00:00

Yes. Workplace mental health services can complement your existing EAP and internal supports rather than replace them. This can provide a more targeted, practitioner-led option for a particular workforce, group or identified need.

Do you provide tailored workplace mental health programs?2026-10-01T14:28:39+00:00

Yes. I design and deliver bespoke workplace mental health programs based on the needs of the organisation and its people. While I have particular experience and expertise in men’s mental health and wellbeing, programs can be tailored to the needs of the organisation and its workforce, regardless of gender.

Workplace services can also include individual employee counselling and psychotherapy and practical mental health consultation for managers.

Is therapy private and confidential?2026-10-01T13:49:21+00:00

Yes. Therapy provides a private and confidential space to talk openly, explore what you are experiencing and work through things that may be difficult to discuss elsewhere.

Confidentiality is subject to some legal and ethical limits, including concerns about serious risk of harm, mandatory reporting requirements and legal processes such as subpoenas or court orders. Where possible, I will discuss these circumstances with you before information is disclosed.

What is men’s mental health therapy?2026-10-04T01:15:18+00:00

Men’s mental health therapy is not a separate type of therapy. It is counselling and psychotherapy that recognises some of the experiences, roles, expectations and barriers to support that can particularly affect men.

This might include relationships, work and financial pressure, fatherhood, identity, anger, anxiety, depression, loss, addiction, separation, responsibility, loneliness or difficulty asking for support.

The work is still centred on you as an individual, rather than assumptions about how men think, feel or should behave.

What Clients Say

“Jon has been instrumental in helping me achieve greater accountability and ownership over my actions and emotions. Through his compassionate and insightful approach, he has guided me in identifying and expressing the challenges that were holding me back in my daily life. Jon has provided active, practical solutions and encouraged longer-term strategies to improve my mood and overall well-being.

His support has helped me reframe my week with purpose, reshape conversations to be more constructive, and foster stronger, more meaningful connections with the people around me.

I am deeply grateful for his guidance and the positive impact he has had and continues to have on my personal growth.”

“I have been a client of Jon’s for the last 18 months. My time with Jon has been most rewarding, with Jon helping me to navigate through many personal and professional challenges.

Jon’s relaxed and friendly manner is complemented by his deep insights into various approaches to counselling and psychology. He applies these approaches in ways which are meaningful, applicable and focused on positive outcomes. Jon is also highly relatable, never judges, and always supportive. At no time have I ever felt uneasy or uncomfortable in my sessions with Jon.

I can’t recommend Jon highly enough. I’m very grateful to be a client of Jon’s.”

“My sessions with Jon have been invaluable in helping unpack my thoughts and feelings around things that were causing distress in my every day life. I’ve found it extremely helpful to have someone impartial to speak to who has experience in matters of the heart and head, and have found Jon’s approach to be thoughtful and encouraging.

Jon is the first counsellor I have seen and I feel quite fortunate to have found someone who is such a good fit for my mental health needs.”

“Jon’s collaborative, practical, accountable, trustworthy, and non-transactional approach to therapy has exceeded everything I felt possible out of therapy. Jon’s ‘real life’ perspective and willingness to relate, creates an environment that allows me to share some of my deepest, darkest topics possible and unpack them.

I foresee Jon being a consistent part of my life and future moving forward, and strongly recommend him and his services to anybody in need, regardless of the circumstances or history.”

“Finding a therapist who truly understands the complexities of navigating illness and anxiety is a journey in itself. I am incredibly fortunate to have found Jon, whose expertise and empathy have been instrumental in my recovery journey.

Jon possesses a remarkable ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, fostering open and honest communication. His approach is both professional and deeply compassionate, allowing me to explore and confront my challenges in a supportive setting. Jon’s guidance has been pivotal in helping me understand and manage my illness and anxiety, providing me with the tools and strategies to cope effectively.

His patience and understanding have been a constant source of comfort. Jon’s insights and perspectives have not only aided in my recovery but have also empowered me to view my struggles through a more resilient and hopeful lens. His dedication to his clients is evident in every session, and his commitment to my well-being has been a beacon of light during my darkest times.

I highly recommend Jon to anyone seeking a therapist who is genuinely committed to their client’s healing and growth. His expertise, coupled with his empathetic nature, makes him a remarkable therapist and a true asset to anyone navigating the complexities of mental health.”

Jon’s compassionate and insightful approach has played a pivotal role in my journey towards overcoming addiction and regaining control of my life.

His tailored support and practical strategies have not only helped me break unhealthy patterns but also guided me in discovering a renewed sense of meaning and purpose.

Through Jon’s encouragement, I have developed healthier coping mechanisms, reshaped my daily routines, and found greater fulfillment in my relationships and personal goals.

His holistic approach provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore life’s challenges, empowering me with the confidence to move forward with clarity and resilience.

I highly recommend Jon to anyone seeking lasting positive change and support.

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email jon@yourlifetherapy.net.au
address Wamberal, NSW 2260

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