Glenda May
Professional Summary
With more than 20 years' experience in psychological counselling, executive coaching, and leadership development, Glenda brings a unique combination of clinical expertise and business experience to her work. Alongside her private practice, she has worked extensively with organisations, leaders, and professionals across Australia and internationally.
Glenda supports adults facing a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, and significant life transitions. She also has particular expertise in career development, emotional intelligence, and supporting individuals seeking greater fulfilment and direction in their personal and professional lives.
She believes that meaningful change occurs when people feel genuinely understood, supported, and empowered to explore new perspectives. Her aim is to provide a compassionate and engaging therapeutic environment in which clients can safely explore challenges, identify strengths, and develop practical strategies for change.
Support Offered
Glenda works with people experiencing:
- Anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm
- Depression and low mood
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress
- Grief, loss, and adjustment difficulties
- Relationship and couples concerns
- Workplace stress and interpersonal difficulties
- Career transition, career uncertainty, and professional development
- LGBTQI+ related issues and identity exploration
- Self-esteem, confidence, and personal growth
- Difficult life transitions and major change
Therapeutic Approach
Glenda adopts an integrative and individually tailored approach to therapy, recognising that no single model suits every person. Her work is informed by Positive Psychology and incorporates evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gestalt Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and somatic approaches.
Central to Glenda's practice is the development of a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. She encourages insight and self-reflection while also helping clients develop practical skills to enhance emotional wellbeing, strengthen relationships, and achieve meaningful goals.
Clients frequently describe Glenda as warm, intuitive, insightful, and encouraging, valuing both her compassionate style and her ability to gently challenge unhelpful patterns and facilitate lasting change.
Experience Supporting
- Adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma
- Individuals adjusting to significant life changes and transitions
- People experiencing grief and loss
- Couples and individuals seeking support with relationships
- Professionals and leaders working in demanding environments
- Individuals exploring career direction or career transition
- LGBTQI+ clients
- Clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
- Individuals seeking greater emotional intelligence,self-awareness, and personal growth
Qualifications & Accreditation
- Registered Psychologist (AHPRA)
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Education (Counselling)
- Bachelor of Education (Psychology)
- Accredited Administrator of Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
- Accredited Administrator of DiSC
- Master Facilitator of Hogan Personality Inventories (HPI)
- Accredited in Targeted Selection Interviewing, Assessment and Feedback, and Job Analysis
- Certified Executive Coach through Korn Ferry
- Author of five business books
Personal Approach
"I see therapy as a collaborative journey. My role is to provide a safe, supportive, and thoughtful space where clients can deepen their self-understanding, build on their strengths, and create positive and lasting change in their lives."
Frequently asked questions
We process Medicare rebates directly on your behalf on the day of your appointment. Eligibility strictly requires a valid GP referral or Mental Health Care Plan.
Yes. Psychology sessions are confidential and delivered in line with professional and ethical obligations, with appropriate clinical governance in place.
All psychology sessions are delivered via secure telehealth.
Sessions are booked and paid for through our secure online booking system. Payment is made at the time of booking and a receipt is provided after your session.
Yes. Psychology involves clinical assessment and therapy delivered by psychologists. Coaching and wellbeing support are non clinical and focus on development and support rather than therapy.
We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your session. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a fee, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
We provide individual mental health support and psychological therapy for people experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood,trauma, work related challenges and life transitions.
Our psychology services are delivered by a team of fully registered and provisional psychologists. Provisional psychologists work under appropriate supervision in line with professional and ethical requirements.
