Inner Pathways
Counselling
Inner Pathways Counselling is a counselling and mental wellbeing practice founded by Fardowsa Omar, ACA Registered Counsellor. The practice focuses on supporting individuals, young people, and communities through counselling, mental health education, and wellbeing workshops.
Fardowsa Omar – Founder & ACA Registered Counsellor
Fardowsa Omar is the founder of Inner Pathways Counselling and an ACA Registered Counsellor with over 10 years of experience working within community and youth-focused settings. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and practical tools that encourage emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Fardowsa previously worked with the Department of Education as a Youth Liaison Officer, supporting students from diverse backgrounds to navigate social, emotional, and personal challenges. This experience shaped her deep commitment to supporting young people and their families.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in media and communication and has completed professional training in counselling. Her therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy to help individuals better understand patterns of thinking, emotion, and behaviour.
Alongside her work with young people, Fardowsa supports adults—particularly women—who are navigating anxiety, major life transitions, relationship challenges, and experiences such as narcissistic abuse, helping them rebuild confidence, clarity, and emotional resilience
Why Choose Us
Our Values & Approach
The practice is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. It aims to create a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences, develop insight, and build practical strategies for personal growth.
Compassion
We approach every individual with empathy, understanding, and genuine care for their wellbeing.
Cultural Awareness
We bring strong cultural sensitivity to our work, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.
Evidence-Based
Our therapeutic work draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy for effective outcomes.
Evidence-Based
Our therapeutic work draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy for effective outcomes.
What We Offer
Services
Inner Pathways Counselling offers online counselling sessions as well as mental health workshops and wellbeing programs delivered in schools and community settings.
Online counselling sessions
Youth emotional wellbeing support
Stress and anxiety support
Life transitions and decision making
Self-esteem and identity development
Goal setting and resilience building
Community Programs
Workshops
Inner Pathways Counselling delivers mental health and wellbeing workshops for schools and community organisations.
Workshops focus on youth mental health awareness, emotional regulation, resilience building, identity development, and culturally responsive wellbeing education.
Fardowsa Omar has experience delivering mental health workshops both in Australia and internationally, including in Kenya.
Mission
Inner Pathways Counselling is committed to supporting individuals, young people, and communities in developing emotional resilience, self-awareness, and wellbeing. Our mission is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive counselling and mental health education that empowers individuals to navigate life's challenges and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Vision
Our vision is to create stronger, more emotionally aware communities where individuals feel supported, understood, and equipped with the tools to care for their mental wellbeing.
Our Approach
Inner Pathways Counselling offers online counselling sessions as well as mental health workshops and wellbeing programs delivered in schools and community settings.
The practice is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. It aims to create a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their experiences, develop insight, and build practical strategies for personal growth.
Culturally Responsive & Evidence-Based Care
Get in Touch
Get in Touch
Take the first step towards better mental wellbeing. Reach out today for a compassionate, confidential conversation.
info@innerpathwayscounselling.com.au
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia