- Now Servicing from North Queensland to Western Australia
My name is Fiona Lockyer, founder of Echelon Therapy and Counselling and an experienced mental health clinician providing counselling and psychotherapy services across Perth, Far North Queensland and via telehealth. With many years in private practice in Cairns, I have also established my practice in Western Australia, supporting clients in Perth, Mandurah and regional and remote communities. I continue to work with individuals and families in Cairns, Mossman and Port Douglas, communities I remain deeply connected to.
My therapeutic approach is warm, person-centred and trauma-informed, grounded in strong clinical foundations and cultural responsiveness. I support clients across the lifespan—from complex mental health concerns and relationship challenges to workplace stress and personal growth. As both a mother and an experienced clinician with an acute mental health background, I bring a balanced, compassionate and real-world perspective, ensuring each client feels heard, respected and supported wherever they are located.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals with high-acuity presentations, while also working effectively with those navigating everyday stressors, relational difficulties and personal growth.
I work towards establishing counselling goals that are respectfully within the capacity of each client. Promoting a sense of agency, I guide clients to develop skills that will help them meet their goals. This can include emotional regulation skills, communication strategies and tools to enhance resilience. Working together, we aim to build capacity by enhancing and maintaining protective factors while reducing risk factors and other barriers associated with adverse behaviours.
I have an ability to build rapport and trust, to obtain and integrate client’s wishes and goals and negotiate participation in assessment and ownership of realistic intervention and maintenance plans. My counselling sessions encompass a high level of empathy, self-management, listening, boundary setting, authenticity, unconditional positive regard, concrete communication, interpretation and solution collaboration. I can apply individual behavioural interventions and crisis intervention with psychotherapy knowledge from a trauma-informed, evidence-based practice.
Learn more about our therapies for individuals, couples, families or groups. We offer in-person sessions in Subiaco and provide telehealth appointments for clients Australia-wide.
At Echelon Therapy and Counselling, we believe that positive change begins with individuals feeling supported, empowered, and understood. Through compassionate therapy, personal growth, and mental wellness, we’re committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges so you can live your fullest life. Together, we can break barriers, build resilience, and create stronger communities.
Whether you’re seeking to improve your mental health, strengthen relationships, or find your purpose, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Join us in making the world a better place—one thoughtful conversation at a time.
identifying and reshaping unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns
emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness
values-based action and psychological flexibility
building on existing resilience and capabilities
goal-oriented, practical strategies for meaningful change
supporting nervous system regulation and mind–body integration
We provide support for a wide range of mental health issues, including:
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective Disorder
Personality Disorders
ADHD
Depression and Anxiety
Trauma and Complex Trauma
Life Transitions
Relationship and Family Challenges
Workplace Stress and Professional Burnout
Health, Wellbeing, and Somatic Healing
We work with clients through various referral pathways and arrangements:
Work Cover
DVA (Department of Veterans’ Affairs)
Victims Assist
Police Force Referrals
Health Professionals
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Private Clients
