Meet Hilary – Counsellor for Women

Hi, I’m Hilary

I support women who are often holding everything together on the outside, while quietly struggling on the inside. Maybe that’s you. Maybe you’ve been showing up for everyone else while feeling overwhelmed or unsure of what’s next for you.

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent 30 years in senior management roles across both public and private sectors. That time gave me an understanding of the pressures women face, especially when we’re trying to do it all. I know what it’s like to juggle work, family, health, and the needs of others, often putting ourselves last in the process.

I’ve navigated relationship and family responsibilities, cared for aging parents, and faced my own health challenges. I bring lived experience into my sessions, along with a calm, compassionate approach that meets you where you are.

My focus is on supporting you to reconnect with your clarity, direction and purpose. My approach is compassionate, collaborative and practical. I’ll walk alongside you with care and guidance, and provide tools that can help you make meaningful changes in your life. We’ll go at your pace, without pressure or judgement.

Hilary Buxton is a counsellor, coach and Reiki practitioner who empowers women in South Melbourne, Bayside and online to find clarity, direction and purpose
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Qualifications

My qualifications include a Diploma of Counselling and a Bachelor of Business, along with Reiki healing and Shiatsu Therapy. I currently volunteer with Griefline as well as Delta Therapy Dogs; two roles that keep me grounded in community and connection.

Outside of my work, you’ll often find me walking with my dogs by the beach, spending time with family and friends, or simply enjoying a quiet moment to myself with a cuppa.

If my story resonates with you, I’d be honoured to support you.

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What you can expect from working with me

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A warm, calm space where you can be yourself

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Guidance that’s steady, honest, and empowering

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Support that respects your lived experience

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Holistic and person-centred support that honours both mind and body

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Practical tools to manage stress, emotions and daily life

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Online or in-person sessions based on your preference

  • “I feel completely at ease with Hilary; she is so approachable and welcoming. She has a caring, encouraging, calm and empathetic presence. Hilary supported me through some challenging times so that I could move forward in my life with confidence and strength.”

  • “From the moment I met Hilary I felt valued, supported, heard and understood. She has a quiet, compassionate and holistic approach that helped me to set some realistic goals that have made a big difference in my life.”

  • “I am so grateful to Hilary. She has a reassuring, calm and supportive nature, and worked alongside me to set some goals and find my direction. She made me feel valued, listened to and respected.”

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If my story resonates with you, I’d be honoured to support you.