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Jean Carruthers, AASW

Compassionate social worker supporting trauma recovery
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Life transitions support
  • Attachment and relationships

About Jean Carruthers

Jean Carruthers is an accredited social worker and counsellor with over 20 years of experience working in areas that include sexual abuse, domestic violence, family law, community work and social work education. She holds the AASW credential (Australian Association of Social Workers) and applies her background to support people experiencing distress and trauma, abuse, grief, loss of motivation, low self-esteem and reduced confidence.

She specialises in helping clients navigate significant life changes, supporting them to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences within an open and nurturing collaborative alliance. Her work focuses on validating clients' experiences while helping them develop new understandings of their circumstances and practical steps to improve wellbeing.

Jean also addresses related areas such as abandonment and attachment issues, body image concerns, caregiver stress, communication and control difficulties, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, questions of life purpose, men’s issues, midlife transitions, veteran and armed forces matters, and money and financial stress. She describes the first step toward a more fulfilling life as an act of courage and offers steady, compassionate support while clients explore what would bring greater ease and purpose to their journey.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jean Carruthers have?

Jean Carruthers has 20 years of experience in the field.

Is Jean Carruthers a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the AASW credential (Australian Association of Social Workers). No additional license details were provided.

In which languages does Jean Carruthers provide therapy?

Jean Carruthers provides therapy in English.

Where is Jean Carruthers located?

Jean Carruthers is located in Australia.

How can I work with Jean Carruthers as my therapist?

You can work with Jean Carruthers through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jean Carruthers work with international clients?

Jean Carruthers does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jean Carruthers cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a real difference. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the way that suits them best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

Licensed professionals offer care remotely, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible and practical route to ongoing therapeutic support without sacrificing the quality of care.

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