- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Faith integrated counselling
About Hopal
Hopal Grant-McClintock is an ACA counsellor practising in Australia with 11 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and major life changes. Hopal also supports those dealing with grief, panic and social anxiety and phobia.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical strategies in sessions. Where clients request it, she can integrate Christian faith and prayer into counselling to reflect their beliefs and values. Sessions focus on clear steps a person can try between meetings.
Hopal works with individuals and couples, and offers premarital counselling for people preparing for marriage. She aims to help people gain clarity about what matters to them and to reduce the problems that are getting in the way of daily life.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. People can expect to talk through current problems, learn specific coping skills, and plan small changes to test between sessions. Meetings also include space to reflect on values, relationships and sources of meaning.
Hopal’s background includes over a decade supporting clients through life transitions and mental health concerns. She draws on practical tools used in evidence-based work, together with attention to personal beliefs when that is important to the client.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Hopal draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical strategies to help people manage anxiety and related concerns. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new, more helpful ways of thinking and behaving; these approaches often help with panic, social anxiety and mood problems. Behavioural techniques involve gradual, manageable exposures and skills practice to reduce avoidance and build confidence in everyday situations.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Hopal will discuss different methods and help decide what fits the client’s goals and preferences. The therapist and client review progress and adapt strategies over time so sessions stay useful and focused.
The specifics of how online sessions are delivered should be confirmed before booking. If you are considering online work, ask about the available session formats and how they fit into your routine. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Confirm the current options before scheduling so the format matches practical needs and preferences.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Hopal works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, panic and social anxiety and phobia among other life issues.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based techniques and practical strategies to address problems, with conversations that focus on actions and coping skills.
How much experience does she have?
Hopal has 11 years of experience supporting people through mental health and life transition challenges.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds ACA credentials and practises in Australia.
Can I have sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.