Hi, I’m David Fuentes.
Supporting people through life’s challenges has been at the heart of my work for over two decades.
Before becoming a counsellor, I worked for 10 years as a qualified Youth Worker, supporting young people through issues like identity, mental health, and life transitions. I’ve also served as a pastor for 11 years, including seven years in church leadership, walking alongside individuals and communities through grief, change, and healing.
These experiences have shaped how I show up as a counsellor: with empathy, presence, and deep respect for each person’s story. They’ve taught me the importance of creating a space where people feel truly seen and heard — a space where it's safe to be honest, vulnerable, uncertain, or in progress.
At Fuentes Counselling, my goal is to offer just that: a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can bring all parts of yourself, without pressure or pretense.
I work with adults and young people, and I offer online counselling that is flexible and accessible. My approach is person-centred, meaning we focus on what matters to you, and I walk alongside you at your pace. I also draw on evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support meaningful, practical change.
Whether you're navigating grief, anxiety, burnout, identity questions, or just trying to find your footing, you don’t have to do it alone. I would love to connect with you for a free 15-minute consultation so please click contact so I can connect with you. I look forward to meeting you.
Qualifications / Registrations
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Master of Counselling
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Bachelor of Social Science (Youth Work) with Distinction
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M.A.C.A (Level 2) - Australian Counselling Association
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ACC ordained minister
My Approach
Supportive. Practical. Rooted in what matters most to you.
At Fuentes Counselling, my approach is grounded in the belief that each person is the expert of their own life. I’m here to support you with compassion and curiosity as you navigate whatever challenges you're facing — whether that’s grief, anxiety, burnout, or a search for clarity during a life transition.
My counselling style is person-centred, which means you set the pace and direction. I bring structure, insight, and evidence-based tools, but I always work collaboratively, adapting to what you need in the moment.
I draw from a blend of therapeutic approaches, including:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – to help you understand and shift patterns in your thinking and behaviour.
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Solution-Focused Therapy – to support change by focusing on your strengths, goals, and what’s already working.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – to help you stay grounded, even in difficult emotions, and move toward a life guided by your values.
While I use these frameworks to inform our work, I believe that counselling is not one-size-fits-all. Each session is uniquely shaped around you — your story, your strengths, and what feels meaningful and helpful for your growth.
Hi, I’m Sonia Fuentes.
Sonia is a trained professional supervisor with extensive experience supporting individuals in both ministry and community settings. With a strong background in pastoral ministry, she brings a deep understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and complexities that can arise in leadership, vocational service, and personal development. As an ACC-accredited minister, Sonia has faithfully led a church location for the past eight years, providing spiritual leadership, mentoring teams, developing leaders, and walking alongside people through significant life and faith journeys.
Alongside her ministry experience, Sonia is a qualified counsellor with more than ten years of professional counselling experience across a variety of settings. Her work has equipped her to support people from diverse backgrounds and life stages, helping them navigate personal challenges, relationship dynamics, emotional wellbeing, grief and loss, life transitions, workplace pressures, and questions of identity and purpose. Her counselling background enriches her supervisory practice, enabling her to approach conversations with empathy, insight, and a strong commitment to ethical and professional care.
Qualifications/registrations
- Bachelor of Social Science (Counselling)
- Graduate certificate of professional supervision
- Accredited Supervisor with Australasian Association of Supervision (AAOS)
- ACC credentialed minister
My Approach
Sonia offers a confidential, supportive, and reflective space where individuals can pause, explore their experiences, gain fresh perspective, and develop greater self-awareness. Her approach is grounded in respect, curiosity, and collaboration, creating an environment where people feel heard, valued, and empowered. Through professional supervision, she helps individuals process challenges, celebrate strengths, deepen their resilience, and align their personal and professional lives with their values and goals.Passionate about holistic wellbeing, Sonia is committed to supporting the emotional, spiritual, relational, and professional growth of those she works with. Whether supporting leaders, ministry practitioners, helping professionals, or individuals seeking greater clarity and balance, she provides thoughtful guidance that encourages sustainable growth, healthy practice, and long-term wellbeing.
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