Scott Stalley Realistic Counselling (He/Him)
Counselor/Therapist, GradDipBA, GradDipMgmt(Learning), AdvDipOHS, DipCouns, DipQA, CertIV TAE
I believe real change begins with real conversations. My approach is grounded, practical, and centred on helping people feel heard, understood, and supported without judgement. I work with individuals facing relationship challenges, stress, trauma, identity struggles, and life transitions, offering strategies that are realistic and achievable.
My goal is to empower clients to rebuild confidence, strengthen boundaries, and create healthier patterns in their lives. Everyone deserves a safe space to talk, heal, and grow, and I’m committed to walking alongside you as you take those steps.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LDS/Mormon, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Military / Veterans, Muslim, Native American, Pacific Islander, Persons with Disabilities, Sikh, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Brainspotting A therapy that uses eye positions to access and process unresolved trauma. It helps release emotional and physical pain held in the body.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) An evidence-based treatment for PTSD that teaches clients to reframe unhelpful thoughts about trauma. It helps reduce guilt, shame, and fear.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Developmental Therapy Looks at how childhood and developmental experiences affect current challenges. It aims to repair unmet needs and foster healthy growth.
- Family Constellation Therapy Explores hidden family dynamics and patterns across generations. It helps people understand how past family issues may be influencing current struggles.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Helps parents strengthen their bond with their child while learning effective strategies to manage challenging behaviors. Through live coaching, parents practice positive communication, set clear boundaries, and build a more supportive, nurturing home environment.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
Approach Description: My approach is calm, genuine, and centred on real conversations that help you feel understood, supported, and in control of your own story. I work in a way that is down‑to‑earth and practical, focusing on what’s happening in your life right now while also exploring the deeper patterns that keep showing up.
You won’t find judgement, pressure, or clinical jargon here , just a safe space to talk honestly and begin making sense of what you’re carrying.
I draw from person‑centred, trauma‑informed, and strengths‑based approaches, blending evidence‑based strategies with a warm, human connection.
Together, we explore your experiences, your relationships, and the beliefs that have shaped how you see yourself.
From there, we build realistic tools that help you set boundaries, break old cycles, and move toward healthier choices.
Whether you’re healing from difficult relationships, navigating stress, rebuilding self‑worth, or trying to find your voice again, my approach is collaborative and empowering. You set the pace.
I walk alongside you, helping you reconnect with your strength, your clarity, and the parts of yourself that deserve to be heard.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 140 to 160
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- I believe counselling should be accessible, and I offer a limited number of reduced‑fee sessions for clients experiencing financial hardship. Sliding‑scale options are available based on individual circumstances, and I’m always happy to discuss what feels manageable for you. My goal is to ensure you can receive consistent, supportive care without added financial stress. If you’re unsure about affordability, please reach out we can explore options together and find a rate that supports your wellbeing
- Out of Network
Education & Credentials
Scott Stalley Realistic Counselling GradDipBA, GradDipMgmt(Learning), AdvDipOHS, DipCouns, DipQA, CertIV TAE
- Male
- License # 3926408
- Licensed in WA
- Practicing Since 2021
Education: • Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
• Vocational Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning)
• Advanced Diploma of OHS
• Diploma of Quality Auditing
• Diploma of OHS
• Diploma of Counselling (CHC51015)
• Certificate IV Training & Assessment (TAE40116)
• Certificate III Indigenous Mentoring
Scott Stalley Realistic Counselling Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Mandurah, WA 6210 and Baldivis, WA 6171
- Available Online for residents of Australia
- Online Therapy Details: Video conference
At Realistic Counselling, you’re not expected to have everything together. You don’t need the perfect words or a polished story. You just need to show up as you are.
Many people come to me feeling exhausted, unheard, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break, especially in relationships, family life, or within themselves. My role is to offer a calm, grounded space where you can finally breathe, unpack what’s weighing on you, and feel genuinely understood.
Together, we explore what’s really going on beneath the surface, the hurt, the overwhelm, the people‑pleasing, the self‑doubt, the trauma, the moments where you’ve lost yourself trying to keep others happy.
I work gently but realistically, helping you make sense of your experiences and build practical tools that actually fit your life.
You’ll be supported to strengthen your boundaries, rebuild your confidence, and reconnect with the parts of yourself you’ve had to silence for too long.
Whether you’re navigating a difficult relationship, healing from past wounds, or simply trying to find your way back to yourself, you don’t have to do it alone.
This is a space where your story matters, your feelings are valid, and your healing is possible one honest conversation at a time.