Dianne Koennecke , AASW

Dianne Koennecke is a qualified counsellor and social worker who has worked with individuals, families and children since 2012. She brings 13 years of hands-on experience supporting clients through a range of life challenges and transitions. She holds the credential AASW - the Australian Association of Social Workers - which reflects her professional affiliation and training.

Her practice focuses on meeting social, emotional and spiritual or faith-related needs. Dianne uses a blend of brief solution-focused techniques alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients identify practical steps forward and explore personal stories and meanings. She also provides specialised support for grief and loss.

Dianne adapts her approach to each person or family, integrating Christian faith perspectives when clients choose to include spiritual elements in their work. She aims to create a compassionate, goal-oriented environment where people can build coping skills, clarify values and strengthen relationships over time.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's perspective, offering a respectful, empathic space where clients lead the pace and direction of change. This approach helps people clarify their values and find solutions that feel authentic to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to shift them. It is often used for worries, low mood and stress, and helps clients build new coping skills that they can practice between sessions.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that supports people who are ambivalent about change. It helps uncover personal motivation and practical steps toward meaningful goals, which can be useful for lifestyle changes or overcoming barriers to progress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Dianne will work with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals and preferences. This collaboration ensures therapy is tailored and responsive.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and for managing sessions around work, family and daily life. These options make it easier to receive consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to travel, helping clients maintain momentum between appointments.