About
Glenn is a person-centred counsellor with a developing IFS (Internal Family Systems) practice; he has an easy-going, grounded and compassionate nature, with the capacity to connect with almost anyone. He brings a relational presence that sets others at ease and allows them to be more of themselves.
Glenn has 20 years experience of working with young people as a mentor, a coach and youth & support worker, working with indigenous youth, refugees & NDIS clients in a psychosocial recovery capacity for clients with ASD & ADHD.
Glenn's practice, Otherway Therapy, is a space for people to find their way through the chaos and noise of modern life with more ease and confidence, to connect & relate better with others by getting a clearer sense of direction and gaining a deeper knowledge of who they really are. Part of his focus with Otherway Therapy is on working with men of all ages in behaviour change, with NDIS clients, and with anyone wanting to improve their relationships.
Glenn is a PACFA registered Certified Practicing Counsellor.
Education
Masters in Psychotherapy & Counselling, ACAP, Sydney, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Studies, Film & Literature, UNE, Armidale, 2007
Integral Semantics Facilitation, The Coaching Room, Sydney, 2015
Trauma Informed Care & Support, Marist Youth Care, Blacktown, 2013
HSC, Nambucca Heads High School, 1996
Special interests
Young men, boys and adolescence
Neurodiversity
Masculine identity
Grief & Change
therapeutic Style, modality and approach
IFS (Internal Family Systems)
Person-centred
Existential Therapy
Trauma-informed
Emotion regulation practices & strategies
Mindfulness-based approaches
Psychoeducation
Personal interests
Surfing, Nature, Reading, Theatre, The Art of David Lynch, Irish Mythology, Psychedelic Music, & most importantly, Dogs.
PERSONAL INSIGHT
What is a quote that really resonates with you?
“You don’t find the way, the way finds you” Josh Homme (‘Someone’s in the Wolf’ Queens of The Stone Age, 2005)
What is one thing you do daily that supports your mental and emotional well-being?
Transcendental Meditation & Rope Flow
What makes you feel grounded?
Walking with our Irish Wolfhound X on the beach, in the bush or around town
CONTACT
To get in touch with Glenn, reach out directly via email to glenn.hooykaas@gmail.com
Location
Earl Street Clinic
10 Earl Street
Coffs Harbour
Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BMAw8xMhtTrh7d5Q6
DAYS
Thursday