BUTTERFLY COURAGE® CLINICAL PRACTICE
PSYCHOTHERAPY
Integrative · Existential · Humanistic Depth Therapy
"Therapy is not just about putting things right. It's about being able to communicate with more ease and grace and allowing yourself to be a more human and more free." .
Longer-term depth psychotherapy designed to uncover root causes, heal childhood developmental wounds, process complex trauma, and transform unconscious emotional patterns in a safe, non-judgemental sanctuary.
The Psychotherapist ✨
Depth Healing & Transformational Holding
“I combine lived experience with professional wisdom, clinical expertise and compassionate support to walk beside you on your journey. Together, we create a safe, non-judgemental space for healing, clarity, growth and lasting change.”
With over 24 years of experience in counselling, psychotherapy, executive coaching, and clinical supervision, Renée McDonald is recognized as a pioneering voice in integrative mental health and online therapy education. Having worked online for over a decade, she trained more than 1,000 clinicians across Australia and globally during the early pandemic to transition safely into telehealth.
Operating from two Wollongong NSW practice clinics (Level 1, Suite 8, 104 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 Australia) as well as worldwide via secure encrypted video telehealth, Renée McDonald walks beside you through every rupture until new resilience takes flight.
Evidence-Informed Practice ✨
Our Therapeutic Modalities
“Integrating proven psychological methodologies to support every stage of your healing.”
Existential Psychotherapy
Exploring meaning, identity, personal freedom, and responsibility during pivotal life transitions and existential crises.
Humanistic & Person-Centred
Unconditional positive regard in a honeyed, safe environment where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and held.
Trauma-Informed Psychodynamics
Working gently with subconscious patterns and nervous system pacing without forcing or rushing your healing.
Somatic & Vocal Embodiment
Integrating body awareness, breath, and somatic sounding to release emotional numbness and restore vitality.
Your Sanctuary ✨
Wollongong Consulting Rooms & Worldwide Telehealth
“Whether you meet with Renée in our peaceful coastal consulting rooms or connect via encrypted video worldwide, your confidentiality is strictly protected.”
IN-PERSON NSW SANCTUARY
Wollongong Practice Clinics
In-person psychotherapy sessions are conducted Monday to Friday in our two confidential Wollongong clinics: Level 1, Suite 8, 104 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 Australia.
ONLINE WORLDWIDE
Encrypted Video Telehealth
With over a decade of telehealth experience and having trained 1,000+ clinicians in online therapy, Renée McDonald delivers secure, ethical, and compassionate depth therapy worldwide via encrypted video (Zoom).
Transparent Investment ✨
Standard Fee Schedule & Appointments
“Available in-person at our Wollongong NSW practice clinics or worldwide via secure encrypted telehealth.”
60 MINUTE SESSION
$140 AUD
Individual
Psychotherapy
One-on-one integrative depth therapy for trauma, anxiety & depression.
90 MINUTE SESSION
$180 AUD
Couples / Relational Intensive
Relationship intensive, communication repair & intimacy restoration.
90 MINUTE SESSION
$200 AUD
Family Depth
Sessions
Family systems counselling for 3+ family members navigating rupture.
15 MINUTE CALL
$0 AUD
Complimentary
Consult
Introductory consultation for new clients to find your ideal support pathway.
Accepted payment methods: Secure Online Credit Cards (Stripe Encrypted), Direct Bank Deposit, and Cash (In-Person).
Depth Intervention ✨
Psychotherapy Frequently Asked Questions
“Everything you need to know about depth psychotherapy, session confidentiality, Wollongong clinics, and telehealth.”
What is the difference between Counselling and Psychotherapy?
While **Counselling** is short-to-medium term solution-focused support addressing immediate life challenges, anxiety, and grief, **Psychotherapy** is longer-term integrative depth work. It explores subconscious emotional patterns, childhood developmental wounds, and existential meaning to create enduring neurological and relational transformation.
How do I book an individual or couples psychotherapy session?
We offer a complimentary 15-minute introductory consultation for new clients. You can book directly through our secure Setmore scheduling portal (`https://butterflycourage.setmore
.com/`) or call our Wollongong clinic directly at **0411 312 750** (Int’l: +61-411-312-750).
.com/`) or call our Wollongong clinic directly at **0411 312 750** (Int’l: +61-411-312-750).
Where are the physical Wollongong NSW clinics located?
In-person psychotherapy sessions are conducted Monday to Friday at our two Wollongong clinics:Level 1, Suite 8, 104 Crown Street, Wollongong NSW 2500 Australia. Online telehealth video sessions are available worldwide.
Are psychotherapy sessions confidential?
Yes, absolutely. All consultations operate under strict PACFA and ACTO professional confidentiality guidelines. Whether in-person or via encrypted video telehealth, your emotional sanctuary is strictly protected.
Take the First Step ✨
WALK THIS JOURNEY TOGETHER
“The finish line can wait. Let’s just take the first step together.”