Hi, I'm Shierly Halim.

About Me

I am Shierly Halim, a registered counsellor and psychotherapist offering both in-person and online sessions for adults and young adults. I have years of experience working with individuals across clinical, school, and community settings, both in Australia and Indonesia, supporting people through a range of emotional, relational, and life challenges.

Growing up in a culture where talking about personal struggles was a sign of weakness and asking for help was often met with shame and judgment, I learned that keeping things to myself was the safest choice. I experienced firsthand how isolating it was and how much courage it takes to finally reach out.

I understand how difficult it can feel to sit with someone you've never met and begin talking about the parts of your life that feel difficult or uncertain. That's why I care deeply about creating a space where you can be honest about what you are going through — without fear of being judged, dismissed, pressured, or expected to have everything figured out. My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you can simply show up as you are.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs, creating a space where you can understand yourself, work through life's challenges, and move towards meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.