Welcome to Francois Hunter Counselling
Welcome, and thank you for being here.
Life brings joys, challenges, and moments that shape who we are.
Seeking support isn’t always easy and I appreciate your courage in taking the first step.
My practice offers a safe, compassionate space to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Here, you can be honest, curious, and move at your own pace.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, overwhelm, low self-esteem, grief, life transitions, attachment challenges, and questions around meaning and purpose.
As a Pluralistic therapist, I believe there’s no single way to approach therapy.
Together, we’ll explore what works best for you - drawing from humanistic, cognitive-behavioural, and relational perspectives to support your growth and wellbeing.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and experienced in working with those exploring gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity.
Whoever you are, you’ll find respect, kindness, and understanding here.
Therapy isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about connection, awareness, and building a life that feels true to you.
Thank you for visiting. To learn more or book a session, please explore the site or reach out via the Contact page.
I look forward to connecting with you.
Francois.
About Me
Hello, I’m Francois (he/him) - a counsellor who believes therapy should be a space where you can let go of the need to hold everything together.
It’s a place to soften, embrace your authentic self, and approach your inner world with curiosity rather than judgment.
My passion for counselling comes from my own life experiences and the challenges I’ve navigated along the way.
I know what it feels like to be lost, to question your purpose or identity, and to carry the weight of unresolved pain.
I also understand what it’s like to move through a world that hasn’t always embraced difference.
That lived experience shapes the way I approach therapy: with warmth, empathy, and a deep respect for your truth.
You won’t find quick fixes here, but you will find a space built on trust, honesty, and a shared commitment to your growth and wellbeing.
My therapeutic approach is Pluralistic, meaning I draw from a range of modalities to meet your unique needs. I work collaboratively and adaptively, staying grounded in the present moment.
Together, we might explore your relationships, how emotions show up in your body, or the patterns that have shaped your life not to label or pathologise, but to foster awareness, understanding, and meaningful change.
Clients often share that they feel truly seen and understood in ways they haven’t before. They describe our work as both a soft place to land and a space for growth.
Sometimes, that means sitting with grief or untangling shame.
Other times, it’s about reconnecting with your inner voice and learning to trust it again.
Common Themes I Work With
Clients come to therapy for many different reasons.
Some areas I can support you with include:
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Anxiety, stress, trauma, and emotional overwhelm
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Emotional numbness, dissociation, and depersonalisation
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Self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence
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Grief, loss, and life transitions
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Inner child work and early attachment wounds
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Identity exploration and making meaning of life
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Relationship patterns and interpersonal challenges
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LGBTQIA+ identity and wellbeing
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Gender, sex, and relationship diversity (GSRD)
If this resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out.
Whether you’re navigating a major life transition or feeling the quiet discomfort of something being out of place, you are welcome here exactly as you are.
You are not defined by what has happened to you.
You are defined by how you choose to grow and who you choose to become.
Let’s take this journey together.
"Working with you has been life-changing. I came in feeling overwhelmed and stuck, and I’ve left with a sense of clarity and self-acceptance I never thought possible. Thank you for creating a space where I felt truly heard."
"I was nervous to start , but from our first session, I felt safe and supported. Your warmth, compassion, and insight helped me understand patterns I’d been carrying for years. I’ve grown so much in such a short time."
"Our sessions helped me reconnect with myself. You never rushed me, never judged — just gently guided me to find my own answers. I’ve gained tools that I’ll carry with me for the rest of my life."
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Begin your journey, all it takes is that first step.
Schedule a free initial session with me, and let’s explore how I can support you every step of the way.