Bupa Counselling in Canberra, ACT

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Marcela Jimenez
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Marcela. I'm a registered psychotherapist, clinical counsellor, and clinical supervisor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals, children, adolescents, and families . I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling, and a Masters in Counselling. I'm also trained in the International Circle of Security Parenting Program, the Cool Kids Program, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore and overcome challenges such as behavioural issues, anger, impulsivity, low self-esteem, and difficulties
Hello, I'm Marcela. I'm a registered psychotherapist, clinical counsellor, and clinical supervisor with over a decade of experience supporting individuals, children, adolescents, and families . I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Graduate Diploma in Community Counselling, and a Masters in Counselling. I'm also trained in the International Circle of Security Parenting Program, the Cool Kids Program, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore and overcome challenges such as behavioural issues, anger, impulsivity, low self-esteem, and difficulties
(02) 5118 9113 View (02) 5118 9113
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Shaun McMahon
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Shaun is a warm, caring and calm psychotherapist who works with both individuals and couples. He is passionate about helping his clients to overcome their challenges and to live more fulfilling lives, while offering a compassionate and comforting presence. Shaun works with clients from all walks of life struggling with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. He has a special interest in working with clients who have experienced trauma, including childhood trauma, relationship trauma and sexual trauma, as well as individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Shaun is a warm, caring and calm psychotherapist who works with both individuals and couples. He is passionate about helping his clients to overcome their challenges and to live more fulfilling lives, while offering a compassionate and comforting presence. Shaun works with clients from all walks of life struggling with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. He has a special interest in working with clients who have experienced trauma, including childhood trauma, relationship trauma and sexual trauma, as well as individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.
(03) 7003 2250 View (03) 7003 2250
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Hannah Orpin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Hollie Wildëthorn
Counsellor, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you someone who feels overwhelmed more often than productive? Do you constantly go from inspirational-world-changing-momentum to collapse-on-the-bathroom-floor-moment, with little peace in between? For people who are walking with anxiety, sadness and loneliness. If you're ready to stop the chaos, find connection and get in rhythm with your self, your dreams and your best life, I can help you.
Are you someone who feels overwhelmed more often than productive? Do you constantly go from inspirational-world-changing-momentum to collapse-on-the-bathroom-floor-moment, with little peace in between? For people who are walking with anxiety, sadness and loneliness. If you're ready to stop the chaos, find connection and get in rhythm with your self, your dreams and your best life, I can help you.
(02) 6190 0701 View (02) 6190 0701
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Helen Qin Counselling (English, Mandarin)
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Hello, I am an registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
Hello, I am an registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
(02) 9098 5155 View (02) 9098 5155
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Kathy Bekavac
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering, and believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults of all ages to work through life’s challenges using compassionate and evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR.) 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering, and believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults of all ages to work through life’s challenges using compassionate and evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR.) 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
(07) 2100 4267 View (07) 2100 4267
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Julie Jensen - Changes in Between (Counselling)
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Grief, life transitions, or chronic disorganisation can feel heavy and isolating. You might be mourning a death, facing sudden loss, pet loss, separation, illness, ageing, or anticipatory and complicated grief. Perhaps you're stuck in clutter, hoarding, or overwhelmed by chaos at home. Emotions like guilt, anger, numbness, longing, shame, or confusion can be exhausting. Though no one can carry this for you, you don’t have to carry it without someone beside you as you seek relief, understanding, direction, and space for what matters. At Changes in Between, you can honour your loss, rebuild your life, and find your place.
Grief, life transitions, or chronic disorganisation can feel heavy and isolating. You might be mourning a death, facing sudden loss, pet loss, separation, illness, ageing, or anticipatory and complicated grief. Perhaps you're stuck in clutter, hoarding, or overwhelmed by chaos at home. Emotions like guilt, anger, numbness, longing, shame, or confusion can be exhausting. Though no one can carry this for you, you don’t have to carry it without someone beside you as you seek relief, understanding, direction, and space for what matters. At Changes in Between, you can honour your loss, rebuild your life, and find your place.
(03) 8413 7338 View (03) 8413 7338
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Nishie - WorkSafe & Medicare Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I focus on workers' compensation/injuries and women's mental health. I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 12 years of experience in both clinical and organisational psychology practice. Recognising individual beliefs, experiences, and cultures is at the core of my practice. I provide support in a non-judgmental and friendly environment, allowing clients to share and work through barriers uniquely. Many of my clients are women who are south-east asian and work in high-demand roles in medicine, engineering, law and psychology.
I focus on workers' compensation/injuries and women's mental health. I am a registered clinical psychologist with over 12 years of experience in both clinical and organisational psychology practice. Recognising individual beliefs, experiences, and cultures is at the core of my practice. I provide support in a non-judgmental and friendly environment, allowing clients to share and work through barriers uniquely. Many of my clients are women who are south-east asian and work in high-demand roles in medicine, engineering, law and psychology.
(03) 7003 2697 View (03) 7003 2697
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Veronica Knox
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Serves Area
I’m a psychologist and lifelong seeker who has spent the past 20 years in private practice helping people return to their wholeness. The work I offer now—is the culmination of two decades of professional experience, personal growth, deep listening, and soulful learning. It brings together everything I’ve gathered along the way: my training in psychology , my lived experience, my own healing journey, and my heartfelt belief in the power of women supporting women. At the heart of what I do is a simple yet powerful truth: we don’t have to do this alone.
I’m a psychologist and lifelong seeker who has spent the past 20 years in private practice helping people return to their wholeness. The work I offer now—is the culmination of two decades of professional experience, personal growth, deep listening, and soulful learning. It brings together everything I’ve gathered along the way: my training in psychology , my lived experience, my own healing journey, and my heartfelt belief in the power of women supporting women. At the heart of what I do is a simple yet powerful truth: we don’t have to do this alone.
0438 094 883 View 0438 094 883
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Jaisy Antony
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I am an Australian Indian therapist, mother of two wild teenage girls and a somatically oriented certified psychedelic-assisted therapist. I work with a client base that is multicultural and aged 13 and above. I work at Canberra Child Psychiatry on Tuesdays looking after adolescents and family therapy. My specialities include grief and bereavement (death, divorce, empty nesting), couple/family relational conflict space, older adolescents/young adults, issues stemming from miscommunication and bicultural conflict in workplaces and families. I offer trauma counselling for NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients.
I am an Australian Indian therapist, mother of two wild teenage girls and a somatically oriented certified psychedelic-assisted therapist. I work with a client base that is multicultural and aged 13 and above. I work at Canberra Child Psychiatry on Tuesdays looking after adolescents and family therapy. My specialities include grief and bereavement (death, divorce, empty nesting), couple/family relational conflict space, older adolescents/young adults, issues stemming from miscommunication and bicultural conflict in workplaces and families. I offer trauma counselling for NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients.
(02) 5943 7562 View (02) 5943 7562
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They/Them/Us Mental Health & Well-Being
Occupational Therapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
They/Them/Us Mental Health & Well-Being LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent and TGS Affirmative Practice (Allies Welcome!) is client centred, culturally inclusive, recovery and strengths based and trauma informed. We provide a non judgemental calm/alert environment to enhance emotional, physical and psychological safety. Increasing your 'Window of Tolerance' to be more present, regulate your emotions and your capacity to process, reflect and communicate yourself during Therapy.
They/Them/Us Mental Health & Well-Being LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent and TGS Affirmative Practice (Allies Welcome!) is client centred, culturally inclusive, recovery and strengths based and trauma informed. We provide a non judgemental calm/alert environment to enhance emotional, physical and psychological safety. Increasing your 'Window of Tolerance' to be more present, regulate your emotions and your capacity to process, reflect and communicate yourself during Therapy.
(03) 9111 5377 View (03) 9111 5377
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Arena Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Stefanie, I am a trauma informed and neurodiversity affirming, PaCFA clinically registered counsellor. I am a practitioner who approaches counselling in a collaborative way, helping you to move beyond simply surviving and be able to deal with life stressors with greater ease. Working together, we will explore your experience and difficulties to achieve a deeper understanding of who you are; how you think, feel and behave. My goal is to encourage you to be curious about your internal world and to heal the parts of yourself that hold your emotional wounds.
My name is Stefanie, I am a trauma informed and neurodiversity affirming, PaCFA clinically registered counsellor. I am a practitioner who approaches counselling in a collaborative way, helping you to move beyond simply surviving and be able to deal with life stressors with greater ease. Working together, we will explore your experience and difficulties to achieve a deeper understanding of who you are; how you think, feel and behave. My goal is to encourage you to be curious about your internal world and to heal the parts of yourself that hold your emotional wounds.
0456 655 658 View 0456 655 658
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Anthony Edwards
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.
(02) 8294 9673 View (02) 8294 9673
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Simon Tidy
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am registered counsellor with a Masters in Counselling who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
I am registered counsellor with a Masters in Counselling who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
(02) 6190 1315 View (02) 6190 1315
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Nisha Mohan
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L2
Online Only
I strongly believe that every person has a purpose and set of skills/strengths they bring into this world; however, that sometimes inconvenient/negative circumstances or unhealthy relationships can derail this potential by planting a seed of self-doubt into our minds. Regardless of where it applies to an individual's life (e.g. marriage, career, etc.), it would be my privilege to help clients along the way to achieving their life goals/vision by helping them identify and deal with any stumbling blocks in their way. Life loves to throw curveballs (it wouldn't be interesting if it didn't), but I'd love to prepare my clients for them!
I strongly believe that every person has a purpose and set of skills/strengths they bring into this world; however, that sometimes inconvenient/negative circumstances or unhealthy relationships can derail this potential by planting a seed of self-doubt into our minds. Regardless of where it applies to an individual's life (e.g. marriage, career, etc.), it would be my privilege to help clients along the way to achieving their life goals/vision by helping them identify and deal with any stumbling blocks in their way. Life loves to throw curveballs (it wouldn't be interesting if it didn't), but I'd love to prepare my clients for them!
(02) 5121 7423 View (02) 5121 7423
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Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Online Only
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
(02) 9100 0123 View (02) 9100 0123
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Jacqui Roberts Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Online Only
Hello and a very warm welcome. It may seem a little daunting as you begin this journey in to counselling. This may all feel a little scary especially if you haven't tried counselling before but rest assure this journey can be a very rewarding experience. I offer online counselling to best accommodate today's busy lives. My goal is to continue to see you progressing and moving towards your desired goal/feeling. Maybe you are needing coping skills to resolve a specific problem, or you need a safe place to feel listened to and supported. Whatever the reason, It all starts with a simple conversation. That’s all it ever needs to be!
Hello and a very warm welcome. It may seem a little daunting as you begin this journey in to counselling. This may all feel a little scary especially if you haven't tried counselling before but rest assure this journey can be a very rewarding experience. I offer online counselling to best accommodate today's busy lives. My goal is to continue to see you progressing and moving towards your desired goal/feeling. Maybe you are needing coping skills to resolve a specific problem, or you need a safe place to feel listened to and supported. Whatever the reason, It all starts with a simple conversation. That’s all it ever needs to be!
(08) 7509 4506 View (08) 7509 4506
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Online Trauma Brainspotting Counsellor
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Online Only
Dr Astrid Staley has 15+ years of experience using talk therapies, Neuropsychotherapy & Brainspotting, a cutting-edge therapy to move people toward optimal functioning. Her experience extends to Christian & non-Christian contexts. Choose a preferred style to support a holistic approach to wellbeing in body, mind, spirit. Counselling/Coaching/ Supervision packages. Specialised ages 16+ ADHD Coaching/ Counselling support & Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching/Counselling support. Neuro Change Personal Development Coaching/Counselling package. Supporting clients 16+ years.
Dr Astrid Staley has 15+ years of experience using talk therapies, Neuropsychotherapy & Brainspotting, a cutting-edge therapy to move people toward optimal functioning. Her experience extends to Christian & non-Christian contexts. Choose a preferred style to support a holistic approach to wellbeing in body, mind, spirit. Counselling/Coaching/ Supervision packages. Specialised ages 16+ ADHD Coaching/ Counselling support & Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching/Counselling support. Neuro Change Personal Development Coaching/Counselling package. Supporting clients 16+ years.
(03) 5615 6373 View (03) 5615 6373
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Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and trauma informed counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and trauma informed counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
(03) 6411 0202 View (03) 6411 0202
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Margot Trinder
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
I am a warm and experienced psychologist working with adults across the lifespan to address a broad range of issues. I bring deep respect and awareness to how each person's story, needs and circumstances are different. I draw from my decades of experience and professional training across a wide range of therapeutic modalities. My work is guided by a strong systemic approach: seeing all parts of a person, as well as the layers of relationships, family, work, culture and society that have and continue to influence and shape us. My approach ensures that each person I work with receives support tailored specifically for them.
I am a warm and experienced psychologist working with adults across the lifespan to address a broad range of issues. I bring deep respect and awareness to how each person's story, needs and circumstances are different. I draw from my decades of experience and professional training across a wide range of therapeutic modalities. My work is guided by a strong systemic approach: seeing all parts of a person, as well as the layers of relationships, family, work, culture and society that have and continue to influence and shape us. My approach ensures that each person I work with receives support tailored specifically for them.
(07) 5240 9828 View (07) 5240 9828