Client words 💕
It is a privilege to walk alongside my clients who are grappling with the very human struggles of life, relationships, neurodivergence and substance use and to see them thrive.
“Faye's non-judgemental, moral compass advice literally saved my life. As Faye has lived experience she really knew how to relate to my problems and guide me through some dark times. Thank you for all your help, Faye.”
STUART B., GOOGLE REVIEW “In a word, “transformational”. The coaching gave me insight into my patterns with alcohol which was extremely valuable and gave me great clarity.
With ADHD, her coaching style and approach was immensely valuable and a game changer in changing my mindset. I am now able to “notice things” as opposed to ruminating certain issues on repeat”
SIMON,USA “Game. Changer. Although it has helped being a lot more mentally 'ready' for the decision to overcome my addiction, having your support, accountability & personal experience/understanding has made my journey successful this time around.”
NESS, 40s, VIC
“Faye brings a fresh perspective on substance dependency. She speaks with warmth, compassion and understanding - and manages to brighten up the room with humour and the ability to embrace her own human frailty. One guest (at the rehab group sessions) described her perspectives as 'aha' moments. The world definitely needs more Fayes.”
“…The way Faye frames things and her delivery is so real and down to earth, good sense of humour too. If you are sober curious, do yourself a favour and reach out to Faye. She's the real deal in this space.”
JEN P., GOOGLE REVIEW “Faye helped me stay alcohol free during a busy, stressful time of year - Xmas and New Year - and I’m still sober 3 years later.”
MARIE, NEWCASTLE “I'm into my second month of not drinking and what was once a daily habit is not. 6 o'clock comes and goes without me thinking about it. I feel healthier, happier, and have lost the constant low-level anxiety that dogged me”
RACHEL, NZ “Working with Faye has been so much better than working with anyone else. others in the past who told me what I needed to do to improve/change. In every case, I would fail to do what I had to instructed to do and would get down on myself. Faye's approach seems to be to listen, probe, provide information and resources and help me determine what works best for me. It is an approach that works well for me as it keeps me motivated and in a positive state of mind”
LISA, WA “Extremely easy to relate to, she created a safe space from the very beginning which allowed me to be completely transparent and open. I had not expected to feel so comfortable to be able to be so honest and open. I also appreciated her honesty, delivered in a totally genuine way.”
CLIFF, 50s,CANADA “I have saved at least 3x the cost in alcohol alone. It’s been worth every cent.”
BELINDA, FAR NORTH QLD “She brought so many tools to the table and didn't silo information like most therapists do. I have been to so many therapists who are against anything they haven't been trained in. It has been so frustrating as I have just ended up being pushed into their version of how I should be treated.”
NIC, NSW “Faye is a wonderful counsellor who provides support to people with complex neurodiversity issues and is incredibly compassionate and empathetic.”
SHELLEY C., GOOGLE REVIEW “I found there was a good combination of science and information along with understanding and empathy. I love that she isn't overly attached to any particular recommendation and guides you to find out what works best for you as an individual. She was accessible, she cared and she understood exactly what I was going through.”
GS,ENTREPRENEUR, SYDNEY “It has helped immensely. Particularly explaining my experiences and the things I struggle with to someone who understood exactly what I was talking about was really valuable. It enabled me to speak freely without fear of judgement, and also the coaching helped explain to me some of the things that were happening and ways to plan and manage my responses.”
JACKIE, BRISBANE “You helped me immensely and I’ve been sober ever since we worked together (two years ago).Thank you so much Faye, you are a dream for our society.
CARMEN, NSW “Overall my sessions were a major positive step forward for my life and far exceeded my expectations. Her extensive study and research into her work is apparent. The supporting resources she provided are an extremely valuable tool to have when the sessions have ended. With my ADHD, it also helped me remember what I needed to do too!”
JAMES, DUBLIN “Faye takes an approach that is informative and understanding. Her knowledge as a professional and someone in recovery herself is invaluable. No labels, no scare tactics, no shame. If you are curious about your drinking, I’d recommend Faye 100%.”
JOANNE, BRISBANE “Faye is very well educated and with her lived experience she can help very quickly. The resources were excellent. Her insights and knowledge have helped me stay alcohol-free for 11 months ”
PAT, QLD “Great experience working with Faye. I found her to be knowledgeable, patient and compassionate as we worked across a number of problematic areas of my life. She has a deep understanding of human behaviour that spans many therapeutic modalities, and was happy to discuss all my concerns, along with ideas I held personally.”
JASON B., GOOGLE REVIEW “The coaching has been unbelievably important in taking a break from alcohol and honestly assessing my relationship with it. I knew I always had somewhere to go and someone to speak to if I felt scared or overwhelmed -but because of having that safety net and not feeling alone, I never actually had those negative feelings like I have in the past.”
PAULA, MELBOURNE “I’m the happiest and healthiest I’ve been in decades and it’s thanks to you and the work we’ve been doing together.”
RICK, LONDON “Faye helped put things into perspective and from there (so far) it's been relatively pain free. She is caring, firm and funny. A great combination to engage with when you are trying to stay motivated.. The whole experience was a delight.”
DAVID, 60s, VIC “Faye is the most knowledgeable and down to earth person. She gives you her full attention and is just so genuine in her support that you feel comfortable and able to be yourself. She's very authentic and just a great person. She just "gets it” and I felt I could count on her.”
TERESA, VIC “I could not have done this without you. You have literally saved my life. “
GERRY, NSW “Thank you so much for your help, you always help me work through what’s happening for me, much more than just unhealthy drinking behaviours. I come away a little bit more comfortable with who I am every time.”
BELLE, 30s, BRISBANE “Faye helped me redefine the issues I was having around drinking. I was able to see how poorly alcohol was contributing to my life, and how little it was serving me.
Perhaps most importantly, I was able to see that alcohol was not a necessary requirement for living, as I had come to believe.”
P, 40s,TASMANIA “The past two months with you have been transformational . I have gained so much insight and as a result feel calmer and more confident about the entire situation with alcohol. I really appreciate everything you’ve done.”
HELEN, MELBOURNE “Faye helped me to identify the reasons I was drinking in order to tackle the root cause. She's relatable and has a great sense of humour! She was also honest with me, but in a gentle way. My short term goal was met, my long term goal of continued to sobriety is on going. Faye provided insight into areas of my life that require attention and in the past, I would have attempted to solve with alcohol.”
SARAH, NORTHERN TERRITORY
About me - Faye Lawrence
I help busy ADHDers who are feeling stuck in patterns with alcohol, food, relationships, or work stress — especially the kind that leads to burnout and overwhelm. Together, we work toward balance, confidence and a life that feels more authentic and energising.
I'm a therapist, ADHD coach, and grey area drinking coach with lived experience of both ADHD and alcohol dependence. I’ve been alcohol-free since 2017, was late-diagnosed with ADHD in 2022, and I’m a mum to neurodivergent young adults. Before this work, I spent years in executive leadership — so I understand the pressure to keep it all together while quietly unravelling inside.
I take a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed approach to help you make changes that stick — on your terms. I hold degrees in psychology and counselling, and I’m a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and Australian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA).

