I'm an Accredited Social Worker with over 24 years of experience serving communities in the Lower Hunter region of NSW, Australia.

I’ve worked in a range of community-based counselling roles offering

  • General counselling

  • Trauma-informed support

  • Mental health interventions

  • Parenting guidance

  • Case management

  • Clinical supervision

In 2022, I founded Jessica Grant Counselling to create a safe, welcoming space where people can feel supported in reaching their goals.

Every day, I’m inspired by the strength and courage of the people I meet. It’s a privilege to walk alongside them on their journeys.

Outside of work, I enjoy reading historical fiction, experimenting in the kitchen (with dreams of opening a trattoria one day!), exploring nature, travelling, and soaking up time with my two young grandchildren.

Hi,

I’m Jessica Grant.

Mission

At Jessica Grant Counselling, I’m committed to providing high-quality, compassionate Social Work counselling grounded in relational, trauma-informed approaches.

My mission is to:

  • Provide a safe, healing space

  • Support individuals in accessing their inner strength

  • Walk beside clients as they create meaningful, lasting change

I work with empathy, integrity, and respect for each person's unique journey.

Vision

I envision a world where:

  • Everyone’s rights and dignity are upheld

  • Communities are free from oppression and injustice

  • All people have access to what they need to live fulfilling lives

As a Social Worker, I advocate for fairness and equity—at personal, community, and systemic levels—so that everyone has the chance to live authentically and thrive.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Social Work (Honours Class I)
    University of Newcastle – 2001

  • Master of Social Work (Advanced Practice)
    Charles Sturt University – 2010

  • Accredited Social Worker
    Australian Association of Social Workers

  • Specialist Approved Counsellor
    NSW Victims Services

  • Registered Parenting Educator
    Circle of Security

I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which I work and live, the Wonnarua people. I pay my respects to elders past, present and future.

I also acknowledge the diverse people that make up our community, and pay my respects to people of all ages, cultures. genders, abilities and sexualities.

Jessica Grant Counselling is not a crisis service and can not respond to enquiries or contact outside of operational hours Mon-Thurs 0800-1630.