Hi, I’m Mike,

I am a men’s coach, relationship therapist, mindfulness facilitator, writer, and public speaker.I am passionate about supporting people to find peace, love, truth, joy, and success where it matters most to them.

I live a stone’s throw from the beach with my family and love composing music, meditation, fitness, yoga, writing, and swimming in the ocean.

About Mike:

I am a PACFA Registered Clinical Therapist, providing counselling, coaching, and therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families. I hold qualifications in Counselling (BCouns), Applied Mindfulness (GradCertAppMind), and Meditation and Holistic Counselling (CertMedHolCouns).

My therapeutic approach is rooted in the bio-psycho-social-spiritual model. I integrate mindfulness interventions with self-inquiry, psycho-education, positive psychology, and somatic psychotherapy. Central to my practice is a deep passion for exploring our potential for positive change through mindfulness and self-compassion.

I have over two decades of experience in mindfulness and personal development, and over a decade counselling, coaching, case management, and facilitating in the Byron Shire community.

I am an approved counsellor for the NSW Victims Support Scheme, and a recognised provider for several of the most common private health insurance companies, allowing eligible clients to claim rebates depending on their policy.

In my role as a Therapist, I draw on my rich life experience and academic training to support individuals, couples, and families.

I specialise in areas such as:

  • Men’s Work
  • Couples Counselling
  • Conscious Relating for Individuals and Couples
  • Transpersonal and Spiritual Development
  • Existential Crisis
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Anger Management
  • Communication
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Masculine/Feminine Dynamics
  • Intimacy
  • Trust
  • Commitment
  • Confidence

Working with individuals, couples, and local organisations in the Northern Rivers region has been a profound privilege. I am available at Thrive on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, or by arrangement at other times.

Please feel free to contact me if you would like to arrange a session or have any questions.

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Contact Michael

phone 0459 784 718
website www.michaelvaccaro.com.au

Want to book with Michael?

You can book with Michael on his website online booking form:

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Session Fee’s

Couples: $209 (GST Inclusive)
Individuals: $165 (GST Inclusive)

A sliding scale fee can be arranged for those experiencing financial hardship.

Private Health Rebates:
Rebates may be available for clients with eligible private health insurance policies, depending on their provider and level of cover.

Victims Services:
Sessions may be fully funded for clients approved under the NSW Victims Support Scheme.

What Clients Say

“Mike is a wonderful counsellor and facilitator. He held the space with both safety and freedom of expression at the core. It’s exactly what I needed.”

J.L

“In his coaching and counselling Michael works on many different levels, taking both a grounded, practical approach as well as using lateral thinking to creatively encourage problem solving. Michael is a kind, caring and genuine practitioner with a wide array of skills.”

D.S

“I have struggled with anxiety and depression for years and tried many different approaches toward healing. After only a couple of sessions with Michael, I feel that at last I am being truly heard.” 

K.D

“Michael brings a natural compassion and empathy to his work, a rare space that creates safety and confidence in a shared psychological process.” 

J.H