Cherie Gardner is a counsellor and psychotherapist based in Tuggerah, NSW. Her practice is located on Level 5, 1 Bryant Drive, Tuggerah NSW 2259.
She works with adults, and also supports people who are dealing with life changes that feel a bit too much to handle on their own. Many clients come in with stress, low mood, anxiety, or trouble coping day to day. At times, people also want help sorting out relationship issues, work stress, or burnout feelings that have been building for a while.
Cherie offers individual counselling sessions, so sessions can be focused and tailored to what you’re going through. There are also group therapy sessions for people who find it helpful to learn alongside others in a safe, supportive setting. If you’re not sure which format suits you, that can be talked through at the start.
In her sessions, Cherie uses practical approaches like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This can be useful when thoughts and habits keep getting in the way, especially when stress cycles feel stuck. She also uses mindfulness and relaxation techniques, which can help you slow down when your mind won’t switch off. Stress management strategies are often part of the work too, since many people want tools they can use between appointments.
Over time, the goal is usually pretty simple: to help you feel more in control, and to make sense of what’s going on inside your mind and body. Some weeks might feel heavy, and other weeks might feel lighter. Either way, it’s about steady progress and having support that doesn’t rush you.
Cherie’s education and experience background isn’t listed in the available details, but her work style stays grounded and focused on real life. She keeps sessions clear and calm, and she aims for a comfortable pace.
There’s no published information here about research projects or clinical trials. Still, her practice stays focused on everyday support and practical therapy you can actually use.