Counselling in 3011

After many years of studying and practicing a wide range of holistic approaches for the body, mind and spirit, I've found the answer to true wellbeing comes from strengthening the relationship to ourselves on all levels; physical, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. The best approach is to support ourselves with practical and complementary practices that can be incorporated into our lives in the most beneficial way. I work with clients to find the best suited practices for their individual lifestyle.

Feeling worried, overwhelmed, sad, stressed or anxious? Maybe you’re having relationship issues or struggling to get through the day, like you just don't have your regular oomph or energy. Sometimes just getting through the day can seem tough. It’s enough to make anyone feel like curling up on the couch with the dog, Netflix and avoiding facing the day. I recognise how difficult this can be and I am here to help. I am a neurodivergence-affirming, trauma-informed, LGBTIAQ+ affirmative therapist and inclusive of diverse relationship structures.

Awombda is a Gestalt relational psychotherapist who is passionate about change, choice and allowing space to grow. She has worked in the community sector for over 20 years in mental health, homelessness and drug and alcohol. Awombda has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties and substance use issues. Awombda has specialist expertise working with the LGBTIQ community. In addition to her practice Awombda has taught in the Graduate Art therapy program at Miecat and is currently on faculty at Gestalt Therapy Australia.

Life can get tough and it helps to have someone on your side that you can talk to and explore issues, solutions, life decisions, who you are, your goals and plans. You may be going through some very difficult experiences, like grieving the death of loved one, job loss, problematic alcohol or drug use and others.

I work using a developmentally informed approach to support individuals to overcome life challenges, heal and build resilience to enhance their overall well-being. I am passionate about working with people to help create a happier and more fulfilled life. I believe that everyone has the potential create positive change despite adversity; we just need the tools to be able do so.

Sophie (she/her) believes there is a need for more therapists who fuse principles of social justice into their work. She sees you as more than just your symptoms; she sees your life experiences, your positionality, your family & ancestral history, and your body's responses to all of this. She invites individuals of all ages into a safe, warm and non-judgemental space to explore these issues.

I am a Mental Health Social Worker, counsellor and psychotherapist. I practice from a holistic Gestalt perspective informed by trauma and attachment theories. I have a warm and caring approach, as I value the therapeutic relationship to provide a trusted and reflective space as a vehicle for change.

I provide counselling, therapy and social work services in both the Newport and Footscray areas. I provide supportive, empathic and flexible responses to individual needs, taking the body, mind and soul into consideration. I have over twenty years of general counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns. I am passionate about holding the hope and working from the heart as well as utilising diverse knowledge and skills. It is important to me that counselling is accessible and affordable to people who need it.

We’re here to help you and your family overcome difficult experiences through children’s counselling and dyadic (parent and child) counselling in Melbourne. We offer Child-Centred Play Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Interplay Family Therapy, Filial Therapy and Kids Groups to help address children’s anxious behaviours, acting out behaviours, social difficulties, past traumas and more. We also offer Parent Counselling to support the important people in children’s lives - you!

Life can be very tough and stressful and sometimes we need some professional help. I am committed to the care of clients ranging from adolescents, adults, the elderly and couples. I strongly believe in the importance of a well-matched client-therapist relationship. I counsel people with a range of problems which includes depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, interpersonal relationships, personal skills development and self-esteem. I have experience in conducting assessments and preparing reports for the courts and migration issues. I am also fluent in Vietnamese. I offer Telehealth and face to face counselling.

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Parent Infant Mental Health clinician and Family Report Writer with over 20 years experience working in the field. I work mostly with adults experiencing mental health issues and provide a safe space for people to work through their difficulties. My goal is to help people to understand themselves on a deeper level and have better functioning relationships and a happier life! I also write private reports for the Family Court (62G & Child Impact Reports) and can support and coach individuals going through this process.

I am a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor, with extensive experience working in public mental health community hospitals, private NGOs, schools and private practice. In my work, I value curiosity, open-mindedness and perseverance, and hope to continue to learn from the strength, resilience and growth people may have when faced with the adversity and unpredictability that life may present. I take a warm, empathetic and non-judgmental approach, and work to provide a holistic eclectic approach to accommodate every client's needs and preference.

Sara is a Provisional Psychologist who has worked across private and public health settings to provide counselling and mental health treatment to individuals across the lifespan, including children. They have experience supporting people with depression, anxiety, grief, longstanding personality difficulties, and trauma. She also has experience working with individuals questioning their gender and sexuality, managing chronic illness, or adjusting to new medical conditions. Sara is particularly passionate about working with people from the queer community, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and neurodiverse individuals.

Maree is a Clinical Psychologist and has had the opportunity to practice as a psychologist in a vast range of settings and has experiencing providing intervention for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and group therapy. Maree has experience in treating a range of mental health issues across the life span such as depression, anxiety/stress, and other mood disorders, personality disorders, drug, alcohol, and gambling addictions.

I'm a Clinical Psychologist with experience treating individuals in a wide range of mental health settings. I tailor my clinical skills to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring that they benefit as much as possible from the therapeutic experience and achieve richer, fuller and more meaningful lives.

Do you sometimes feel stuck in your life, struggling through your relationships or you feel anxious and depressed and cannot explain why? Would you like to discover more about yourself, find your personal truths and find clarity, resources, and direction in your life? Engaging in therapy can help you through this process, it can facilitate change and support you on your journey toward a meaningful and free life.

Garth works with adults of all genders, ages, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations. Garth can assist these clients with mood and emotions, depression, anxiety, stress, troubling thoughts, changing habits, addictions, changing stages in life, recovering from accidents, trauma, and managing chronic pain. Clients like that he understands them and is compassionate towards their needs and circumstances, so that it truly feels you have someone in your corner to work with, listens to you, and helps find solutions.

I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.