ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Amanda Gordon. I work with people who feel stuck, struggling to articulate how they feel, or weighed down by life’s challenges — and help them find clarity and a way forward. At A Question of Life Counselling, I support children, teenagers, and adults with real conversations and practical steps that create change.

With 15+ years of experience in counselling, teaching, mentoring, and welfare, I cut through the noise and help you put the pieces together so you can move forward with confidence.

My Counselling Philosophy

My practice is person-centred, grounded in honesty and real connection. I don’t believe in cookie-cutter therapy. Each session is tailored to you, focusing on practical steps that bring real change and drawing on evidence-based approaches like CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness-informed practices

I show up as a person first, not just a professional. By being authentic and present, I help you reconnect with yourself and build on your strengths in a safe and supportive space. Helping you to drop the weight you’ve been carrying and start moving forward.

My goal is simple: to help you cut through the noise, find clarity, and create lasting change — so you can stop feeling stuck and start living with more direction and ease.

Experience with Children and Adolescents

I help children and teenagers manage friendships, school stress, anxiety, and self-esteem in ways that feel real and relatable. My sessions aren’t just about talking — I use creative, hands-on approaches that make it easier for young people to open up, feel understood, and build confidence. With a background in both education and counselling, I bring 15+ years experience, flexibility, and fresh ideas to support each child or adolescent in their own unique way.

How can i help you?

From life’s toughest moments to everyday struggles — I’m here to help.

* Grief, Bereavement and Loss

* Anxiety and Phobias

* Depression and Mood Regulation

* Relationship Issues

* Life Transitions and Change

* Child and Adolescent Counselling

* Spiritual Counselling and Coaching

* Other Concerns

“Change starts with one step. Book your first session now.”

BEYOND THE THERAPY ROOM

When I’m not working, I find joy in creative and grounding activities that help me stay connected to myself and the world around me. I enjoy peaceful walks in the park with my dog, Beattie, and gardening. It is these quiet moments in nature that help me unwind and reflect. Yoga is a regular part of my routine, offering balance, mindfulness, and a deeper connection between body and mind.

I’m also passionate about art and craft; painting expressive landscapes and creating handmade pieces bring me a sense of calm and inspiration and I love the meditative rhythm of shaping something from raw materials. These hobbies nourish my own wellbeing and reflect the values I bring into my counselling work: presence, creativity, connection, and balance.

Qualifications and Certifications

  • Diploma of Counselling

  • Bachelor of Science Psychology (Hons.)

  • Graduate Diploma in Education (Early Childhood Studies)

  • OCR Level 4 NVQ - Learning, Development and Support Services for Children, Young People and Those Who Crae For Them

  • Elliott Connie’s Solution Focused Brief Therapy Certification - Level 1

  • Foundation Level 1 Solution Focused Brief Therapy - BRIEF UK

  • Advanced Grief Counseling Certification Course: Interventions to Move Clients Toward Healthy Grieving, Growth and Meaning After Loss

  • Mindful Nutrion Diploma

  • Meditation Coach Facilitator

  • Certified Laughter Yoga Leader

  • Spiritual Life Coach

  • Shamanic Life Coach

Registered member of The Australian Counselling Association (ACA)

“Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible”.

St Francis of Assisi