More Ways We Support
If you feel - You, a friend or co-worker are having a hard time managing life....
It may be helpful to talk to your family doctor, a member of the clergy, a counsellor or HR at work.
If you'd rather talk on the phone or email : see numbers below or call and book Ryan for easy professional assistance.
Ryan Findlay
Fully registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Ryan combines his astute and intuitive clinical skills together with his warmth and sensitivity to create bespoke therapeutic experiences for each client.
Ryan’s approach to therapy is focused on facilitating his clients to understand WHY a 'disorder' or 'dysfunction' may be present. It is only through self-understanding that we can begin to transform how we think, feel and experience life.
His approach is also informed by his own challenges and breakthroughs, including several years of his own personal therapy.
Before joining Optimal Wellbeing, Ryan worked as a counsellor and psychotherapist in a government funded mental health service for young people and families in the local region.
He also holds a Bachelor of Naturopathic medicine, granting Ryan a unique understanding of the link between mental and physical wellbeing.
Ryan draws on a range of evidence-based psychological approaches including - Mindfulness informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Buddhist Psychology.
Ryan can support individuals with:
● Low motivation and a sense of feeling stuck
● Adjustment to stressful changes and life transitions
● Physical pain and emotional difficulties
● Anxiety and worry
● Depression, numbness and low mood
● Stress, overwhelm and burnout
● Self-esteem issues
● Trauma
● Grief, sorrow and loss
● Interpersonal and relationship difficulties
● Enhancing self-awareness and personal growth
Clinical Registrant number: 27573 - Fully registered with the Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
Ryan Findlay – Counsellor/Psychotherapist.: Optimum Wellbeing Worongary - 07 5530 7921
Extra Assistance
Pain Clinic - PHN Gold Coast
Beyond blue Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours / 7 days a week.
Headspace Call 1800 650 890, 9am-1am AEST / 7 days a week.
Kids Helpline Call 1800 55 1800.
Lifeline Call 13 11 14.
Mens Line Australia Call 1300 78 99 78, 24 hours / 7 days
Mind Spot Call 1800 61 44 34 AEST, 8am-8pm