Female Counselling in Canberra, ACT

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Angie Wren
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I am passionate about guiding my clients to make sense of their inner world beyond the painful thoughts, emotions, sensations and memories that come with a range of conditions and life events. I have a deep commitment to providing a safe therapeutic space of unconditional acceptance and compassion where my clients can experience meaningful growth and healing for long term change.
I am passionate about guiding my clients to make sense of their inner world beyond the painful thoughts, emotions, sensations and memories that come with a range of conditions and life events. I have a deep commitment to providing a safe therapeutic space of unconditional acceptance and compassion where my clients can experience meaningful growth and healing for long term change.
(02) 5121 9655 View (02) 5121 9655
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Lisa Shirt
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I offer Autism and combined Autism + ADHD assessments for adults. I also provide therapy for adults, with a specialty in areas of neurodivergence, those who identify as LGBTQIA+, and those with bipolar, anxiety and depression. Please note that I am not NDIS or DVA registered. Please note that I only offer Telehealth services to those in the ACT.
I offer Autism and combined Autism + ADHD assessments for adults. I also provide therapy for adults, with a specialty in areas of neurodivergence, those who identify as LGBTQIA+, and those with bipolar, anxiety and depression. Please note that I am not NDIS or DVA registered. Please note that I only offer Telehealth services to those in the ACT.
(02) 5941 6860 View (02) 5941 6860
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Anel Grobler
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
When working together, I would invite you to bring thoughts, feelings, dreams and wonderings. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and you can expect to be listened to in a confidential and supportive environment.
When working together, I would invite you to bring thoughts, feelings, dreams and wonderings. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and you can expect to be listened to in a confidential and supportive environment.
0449 169 626 View 0449 169 626
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Vanessa Hamilton
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I provide a judgment-free, empathetic space for clients dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem issues, health and fitness challenges, or beginning their journey to sobriety. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including neurodivergent clients. If you're ready to take the (sometimes, most difficult!) first step and want practical support to reach your goals, I’m here for you. Whether you're struggling with racing thoughts, need a safe space to vent, or help untangling emotions, reach out. You can do this.
I provide a judgment-free, empathetic space for clients dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem issues, health and fitness challenges, or beginning their journey to sobriety. I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including neurodivergent clients. If you're ready to take the (sometimes, most difficult!) first step and want practical support to reach your goals, I’m here for you. Whether you're struggling with racing thoughts, need a safe space to vent, or help untangling emotions, reach out. You can do this.
(08) 6845 7244 View (08) 6845 7244
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Cocoon Counselling Act
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Waitlist for new clients
If you were my client, I would work with you with the attitude that you are the expert in YOU. I would work to help you to unlock the answers that you need. My job is to help you to understand the patterns of behaviours that are tripping you up in life. I come from a non judgmental position, showing empathy and warmth, enabling you to hear your own voice. Often trauma, or things that have been ones a survival reaction become a stumbling block, our own inner critical voice can keep us from trusting ourselves. My intention is to help you capture your needs and like a caterpillar learn how to fly like a butterfly.
If you were my client, I would work with you with the attitude that you are the expert in YOU. I would work to help you to unlock the answers that you need. My job is to help you to understand the patterns of behaviours that are tripping you up in life. I come from a non judgmental position, showing empathy and warmth, enabling you to hear your own voice. Often trauma, or things that have been ones a survival reaction become a stumbling block, our own inner critical voice can keep us from trusting ourselves. My intention is to help you capture your needs and like a caterpillar learn how to fly like a butterfly.
(02) 6188 7269 View (02) 6188 7269
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Kate Mungoven Counselling Canberra
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canberra, ACT 2600
Modern mothering is wild. Whether you’re just at the beginning, been at it a while or somewhere in between, the changes and challenges of mothering continue throughout our lives. You are not alone - I can help. I specialise in working with mothers who are figuring out how to find a sense of self and steadiness in this messy existence. You want to be the mother you imagined, to live your values and juggle it all. But sometimes, you fall short. We can work together towards your goals; to feel like yourself again, to be able to show up for yourself and your children, to understand, to heal and to grow.
Modern mothering is wild. Whether you’re just at the beginning, been at it a while or somewhere in between, the changes and challenges of mothering continue throughout our lives. You are not alone - I can help. I specialise in working with mothers who are figuring out how to find a sense of self and steadiness in this messy existence. You want to be the mother you imagined, to live your values and juggle it all. But sometimes, you fall short. We can work together towards your goals; to feel like yourself again, to be able to show up for yourself and your children, to understand, to heal and to grow.
(02) 5950 5175 View (02) 5950 5175
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Renee Janssen-Gibson
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I hold a safe space where you can be yourself and be fully listened to in a way that may be different from what you have experienced before. Having the freedom to talk about confusing thoughts and feelings will eventually allow you to understand yourself better. I believe that the quality of the relationship we build together is key to fostering safe and in-depth self-exploration and healing. I foster authentic and meaningful communication and connection to strengthen your sense of self. I am passionate about helping you understand, process and accept your inner experiences and trust your inherent resources to resolve them.
I hold a safe space where you can be yourself and be fully listened to in a way that may be different from what you have experienced before. Having the freedom to talk about confusing thoughts and feelings will eventually allow you to understand yourself better. I believe that the quality of the relationship we build together is key to fostering safe and in-depth self-exploration and healing. I foster authentic and meaningful communication and connection to strengthen your sense of self. I am passionate about helping you understand, process and accept your inner experiences and trust your inherent resources to resolve them.
(02) 5119 2376 View (02) 5119 2376
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Dr Pauline Hall
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Dr. Hall is a clinical psychologist working with people from different cultural backgrounds. She is now seeing clients from Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, and Vietnam. She practices evidence-based assessment and treatment for developmental disorders in children, teenagers, and adults (e.g., Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.) with mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. Dr. Hall has been worked in various areas, including schools, hospitals, community health services courts, businesses, and private practices.
Dr. Hall is a clinical psychologist working with people from different cultural backgrounds. She is now seeing clients from Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, and Vietnam. She practices evidence-based assessment and treatment for developmental disorders in children, teenagers, and adults (e.g., Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.) with mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. Dr. Hall has been worked in various areas, including schools, hospitals, community health services courts, businesses, and private practices.
(02) 9411 7837 View (02) 9411 7837
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Start Anew Life Coaching
MSc
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
You have typically strived to get the most out of life. You love a challenge and until now felt pretty satisfied with life. Things are starting to look grey. You may be going through a difficult life transition or event such as divorce, grief, retirement, facing redundancy, bullying in the workplace, career change or aging? You have lost the energy and confidence you once had and may even feel depressed and anxious at times. This is effecting your interpersonal and family relationships, health, and effectiveness at work. You feel "stuck".
You have typically strived to get the most out of life. You love a challenge and until now felt pretty satisfied with life. Things are starting to look grey. You may be going through a difficult life transition or event such as divorce, grief, retirement, facing redundancy, bullying in the workplace, career change or aging? You have lost the energy and confidence you once had and may even feel depressed and anxious at times. This is effecting your interpersonal and family relationships, health, and effectiveness at work. You feel "stuck".
(02) 6188 7367 View (02) 6188 7367
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The Secret Keeper
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canberra, ACT 2600
Have you decided you like to make some changes in your life? Whether you’d like to deal with pass experiences or simply learn how to look after the here and now, I may be able help. I say ‘may’ because the relationship between a therapist and client is very important and as such it’s important you feel comfortable sharing your secrets with me.
Have you decided you like to make some changes in your life? Whether you’d like to deal with pass experiences or simply learn how to look after the here and now, I may be able help. I say ‘may’ because the relationship between a therapist and client is very important and as such it’s important you feel comfortable sharing your secrets with me.
(02) 6190 1349 View (02) 6190 1349
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The Awefull Therapist
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2601
My name is Maggie Whitbread, otherwise known as the Awefull (not awful!) Therapist. My clients often struggle with uncertainty, anxiety, people-pleasing, depression, being ‘stuck’ or lost, low self-esteem, identity issues, dissociation/detachment, and communication/relationship dynamic issues. My clients benefit from my patience, warmth, sense of humor, and my open-minded, modern approach to therapy. If you're ready to step into your vulnerability to heal and change your life for the better, Awefull Therapy might be the right fit for you.
My name is Maggie Whitbread, otherwise known as the Awefull (not awful!) Therapist. My clients often struggle with uncertainty, anxiety, people-pleasing, depression, being ‘stuck’ or lost, low self-esteem, identity issues, dissociation/detachment, and communication/relationship dynamic issues. My clients benefit from my patience, warmth, sense of humor, and my open-minded, modern approach to therapy. If you're ready to step into your vulnerability to heal and change your life for the better, Awefull Therapy might be the right fit for you.
(02) 5944 3360 View (02) 5944 3360
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Wren Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600  (Online Only)
My wealth of lived experiences including gender transition inform my collaborative client centred counselling approach. Whilst presenting issues may include depression, anxiety, identity incongruence, dysphoria, trauma, interpersonal challenges, addiction, loneliness, and more, I seek to work with the underlying causes as I believe that through addressing the root causes of the presenting symptoms that psychological wellbeing can be achieved without judgement or further pathologisation.
My wealth of lived experiences including gender transition inform my collaborative client centred counselling approach. Whilst presenting issues may include depression, anxiety, identity incongruence, dysphoria, trauma, interpersonal challenges, addiction, loneliness, and more, I seek to work with the underlying causes as I believe that through addressing the root causes of the presenting symptoms that psychological wellbeing can be achieved without judgement or further pathologisation.
0434 080 166 View 0434 080 166
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Remedy Therapy Canberra
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Remedy Therapy is a psychotherapy and counselling service that you can self-refer to, doesn’t require a mental health plan and avoids hefty psychologist fees but delivers the same strategies and techniques. We offer flexible times and different appointment options. We are one of the few providers in ACT that have an indepth knowledge and skillset to work with ADHD, and also specialise in working with couples.
Remedy Therapy is a psychotherapy and counselling service that you can self-refer to, doesn’t require a mental health plan and avoids hefty psychologist fees but delivers the same strategies and techniques. We offer flexible times and different appointment options. We are one of the few providers in ACT that have an indepth knowledge and skillset to work with ADHD, and also specialise in working with couples.
0403 226 957 View 0403 226 957
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Alison Scott
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canberra, ACT 2600
Are you alone in your pain? Don't feel good on the inside? Can't trust? Not sure who to talk to about all the hurt you're holding onto? Maybe all you really want is to feel close to someone. Someone who will be gentle with you and work slowly with you. Someone who wants to understand you just the way you are. No-one wants to feel separate. We all crave close human connection. To belong. To know we matter.
Are you alone in your pain? Don't feel good on the inside? Can't trust? Not sure who to talk to about all the hurt you're holding onto? Maybe all you really want is to feel close to someone. Someone who will be gentle with you and work slowly with you. Someone who wants to understand you just the way you are. No-one wants to feel separate. We all crave close human connection. To belong. To know we matter.
(02) 5944 1680 View (02) 5944 1680
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Penni Dickson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2601
I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with youth, adolescents, adults, and couples. Drawing from a range of modalities I can work with you on a range of mental health issues including trauma work, grief, depression, and anxiety. I also work with people sorting through life's storms as couples or individuals, dealing with relationship issues, interpersonal communication, recovering from bullying or trauma, or coping with major life changes.
I am an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with youth, adolescents, adults, and couples. Drawing from a range of modalities I can work with you on a range of mental health issues including trauma work, grief, depression, and anxiety. I also work with people sorting through life's storms as couples or individuals, dealing with relationship issues, interpersonal communication, recovering from bullying or trauma, or coping with major life changes.
(02) 5941 6274 View (02) 5941 6274
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Yingying Song
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I am a dedicated professional with dual qualifications as a registered Psychologist and Occupational Therapist (non-practising). My career has been shaped by a deep belief in the transformative power of listening, connecting, and nurturing. With a wealth of experience spanning numerous years, I've mostly dedicated myself to providing care within the public mental health sector, specifically focusing on individuals coping with moderate to severe, persistent mental illnesses, from inpatient to outpatient settings.
I am a dedicated professional with dual qualifications as a registered Psychologist and Occupational Therapist (non-practising). My career has been shaped by a deep belief in the transformative power of listening, connecting, and nurturing. With a wealth of experience spanning numerous years, I've mostly dedicated myself to providing care within the public mental health sector, specifically focusing on individuals coping with moderate to severe, persistent mental illnesses, from inpatient to outpatient settings.
(02) 5943 9780 View (02) 5943 9780
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Peita-Claire Fothergill
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
My name is Peita-Claire Fothergill. I have a Master of Counselling degree and am a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). My counselling philosophy is rooted in the belief that each individual possesses the inherent ability to grow, change, and overcome challenges. I adopt a client-centred approach, emphasising empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in my interactions. This framework creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
My name is Peita-Claire Fothergill. I have a Master of Counselling degree and am a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). My counselling philosophy is rooted in the belief that each individual possesses the inherent ability to grow, change, and overcome challenges. I adopt a client-centred approach, emphasising empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in my interactions. This framework creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
(02) 5118 9595 View (02) 5118 9595
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Kate Deakin
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem -Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem -Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
(02) 9100 0463 View (02) 9100 0463
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The Listening Tree
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
To offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for clients to freely express and explore their truth is my passion and purpose in life. One of my favourite quotes which guides my practice is by Bessel van der Kolk who states: "Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives." - Bessel Van Der Kolk. Through the many forms of listening, I am able to enter into the world of my client and walk alongside them as they explore, express and empower themselves to navigate the challenges in their life.
To offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for clients to freely express and explore their truth is my passion and purpose in life. One of my favourite quotes which guides my practice is by Bessel van der Kolk who states: "Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives." - Bessel Van Der Kolk. Through the many forms of listening, I am able to enter into the world of my client and walk alongside them as they explore, express and empower themselves to navigate the challenges in their life.
(02) 5850 3626 View (02) 5850 3626
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Eryn Long
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600  (Online Only)
I provide support to a diverse range of individuals who each face their own specific circumstances and challenges: Defence personnel and veterans who have dedicated their lives to serving the country, first responders who courageously confront emergencies on a daily basis, family members of defence and first responder personnel who often carry the emotional weight of their loved ones' experiences, executives and business owners managing the pressures of leadership, and public servants dedicating their efforts to the community.
I provide support to a diverse range of individuals who each face their own specific circumstances and challenges: Defence personnel and veterans who have dedicated their lives to serving the country, first responders who courageously confront emergencies on a daily basis, family members of defence and first responder personnel who often carry the emotional weight of their loved ones' experiences, executives and business owners managing the pressures of leadership, and public servants dedicating their efforts to the community.
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