Hollie Lightsey is a Counsellor based in Bicheno, Tasmania. You can find her at Bicheno Medical Centre, 94 Foster Street, Bicheno TAS 7215. Hollie works with adults and people of different ages who are dealing with day to day stress, tough life changes, or feelings that have started to get on top of them.
Sessions can be either one-on-one or in a group setting, depending on what suits you best. In individual counselling, Hollie helps you slow things down and talk through what’s going on. Sometimes it’s about anxiety or low mood. Other times it’s about stress, burnout, or getting stuck in the same cycle of worry. In many cases, people come in knowing something is wrong, but not always having the words for it yet. Hollie makes space for that.
There are also group therapy sessions for people who would like support with others. That can feel easier for some, because you’re not doing it all alone. Groups can be a good way to learn what helps in real life, and to hear how others are coping too. Hollie keeps the tone steady and respectful, so it doesn’t feel like a lecture or a forced discussion.
Hollie also uses practical stress management techniques. This isn’t just about “calming down” in the moment. It’s more about learning skills you can use as things change—at home, at work, and in everyday situations. At times, that might include ways to handle racing thoughts, sleep problems that come with stress, or the physical side of anxiety like tension and tightness.
When needed, Hollie can help with mental health assessments. These are used to understand what’s happening for you, and to work out what kind of support fits best. The goal is to bring some clarity, not to rush you or put you in a box. People often feel relieved when they can finally name what they’re dealing with and get a sensible next step.
Over time, Hollie’s work focuses on support that feels realistic and doable. She aims for conversations that are calm and grounded, with clear ideas you can try between sessions. If you’re looking for counselling in Bicheno, Hollie is there to help you work through what’s hard, and build a bit more space to breathe.