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Transformative Therapy is a special sanctuary for women. This is a safe, trusting, and inclusive space for you to share your concerns, challenges or complex situations in confidence. Past experiences can impact our thoughts, our actions, and all our relationships. It can feel lonely in your world as you try to navigate through the confusion & challenges. I support you closely with each step as we explore what it means to be you in your experience. I assist you through deep empathy in accessing your strengths & skills to begin transforming your life into one which is meaningful and fulfilling to you.

The team at Functional Minds Psychology is led by principal psychologist, Isaac Lee. Isaac is a generally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). He has also previously been a committee member for the Melbourne branch of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Isaac’s passion for the field of psychology comes from wanting to help people, to have a positive impact on those he interacts with, and to always be learning more about people, the brain, and the world.

Claire Baxter is a registered General Psychologist with AHPRA. Claire works with people experiencing changed circumstance, occupational challenges, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and trauma. She also works with parents experiencing postnatal depression and prenatal anxiety, as well as people experiencing gender dysphoria.

Many clients are presented with psychological and emotional symptoms of depression and anxiety disorders. These symptoms are usually a manifestations of underlying issues and unhappiness they may have been experiencing. They often sought help to get relief from such symptoms. In collaboration with the client, assessment and goal formulation, the underlying issues maybe identified and dealt with.

Change is never easy, and neither is it easy to be stuck in the patterns that are keeping you from achieving the life you want for yourself. Whether you are struggling with a mental health condition and want to live symptom free or you are trying to achieve a life with more confidence to pursue your dreams, it starts with realising the need for a change. It requires bravery and strength to create those changes. Having a supportive, empathetic professional by your side can make the process more manageable and less isolating. It is important to find a professional who makes you feel understood and heard.

I am a bilingual (English and Chinese 普通话) counsellor specialise in helping adults and adolescent clients that experience depression, anxiety, grief and loss, culture differences, and relationship difficulties.

People often come to psychotherapy because they are burdened by thoughts, behaviours, feelings, or patterns of relating that make their lives difficult and cause them to suffer. In my psychoanalytic practice it is through speaking freely, and being listened to with careful attention, that people can find new possibilities with the difficulties and impasses that have characterised their lives so far. My approach does not impose norms of relating, functioning or being but meets each person, one by one, in their unique experience of living and in the context of their history and circumstances.

27 years of counselling experience really does make a difference. Having worked with thousands of clients I can recognise what’s happening for you faster. Reach out if you need support getting symptoms of anxiety & depression under control, tackling childhood trauma, trauma from intimate partner abuse, sexual assault or workplace bullying. I use both cognitive behavioural & sensorimotor art therapies (Guided Drawing & Clay field therapy) to rapidly improve your situation. Fundamental to my work is helping you to be more certain in yourself, better connected to yourself and others and confident in your decision making.

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.

As a Creative Arts Therapist and Artist with years of experience in the mental health and disability sector, I am committed to utilising the power of art to promote well-being and healing in individuals. I received my Masters in Art Therapy from Latrobe University and completed my Honours in Fine Arts from Monash University. My practice is grounded in a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, which allows me to collaborate with clients and support them in using the art process as a tool for self-exploration, self-expression, and meaning-making.

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.

I know how daunting it can be to ask for help when you are struggling, but therapy can also be a highly rewarding and empowering experience. I'm here to listen and to help you manage difficult feelings as we work towards your goals together. I work with a variety of clients, and focus on helping those who are struggling with major life transitions. Many of the clients I work with are pregnant, or in the postnatal period, or are dealing with the demands of early parenting. Others may have lost someone close, or are going through a divorce or experiencing family conflict. The good news is that therapy can help with these issues.

Couples Therapist and Individual Psychotherapist. When we experience anxiety, depression, hurt, anger, grief, illness, or when there are ruptures in our relationships, it is signalling our deepest wounds. My therapy approach is an heroic journey, which supports to restore wholeness and reclaim core powers to live a more balanced and joyful life.

Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.

Carina is Clinical Psychologist who works with both adolescents and adults experiencing a variety issues including anxiety, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, trauma, sleep, anger, body image concerns, attachment issues, stress management, and self-esteem concerns. Carina adopts a compassionate, warm and collaborative approach to therapy. She prioritises building a trusting and mutually respectful relationship to explore the needs and challenges of her clients. She provides a safe space for clients to understand themselves on a deeper level while feeling empowered to take steps to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives.

I support people with a range of issues, including stress, low motivation, anxiety, life changes, relationship difficulties, and improving mood. I can also help with building skills relating to emotional regulation, mindfulness, relaxation and assertiveness. I am always interested in learning something new and am excited about working with people on new challenges.

Here at Wellness & Co. Counselling Services, we provide remote and in-person counselling sessions to women, couples and families. In-person sessions available in Maribyrnong. Our counsellors are highly qualified, clinically registered, with extensive experience in Anxiety, Depression, Relationship/Separation, Domestic and Family Violence, Trauma, Bereavement, Grief and Loss counselling. Our experience enables us to offer tailored mental health support. We value each person and embrace every unique story and journey. We provide a safe and neutral space to best support you. Please call to inquire about availability

People come to therapy for a range of reasons. There might be recurrent problems in relationships or work, there might be disturbing feelings within, or behaviours that are defeating or destructive. Many people find that their usual ways of coping don’t seem to work for them anymore. Whatever the issue, undertaking psychotherapy is an opportunity for you to really understand the underlying drivers of the problem, in the context of your unique life history, and to find a way to transform your suffering. New possibilities for living with greater freedom and creativity might then appear.