Female Counselling in Mawson, ACT
I have extensive experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced adversity either within their home, community, educational setting or work place. I have worked with clients with complex trauma histories, dissociative disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression. I have devoted my career over the past 20 years to working with children, adolescents and adults with complex needs or experiencing mental health challenges within the foster care system, rehabilitation services, education department and general public.
I have extensive experience in working with children, young people and adults who have experienced adversity either within their home, community, educational setting or work place. I have worked with clients with complex trauma histories, dissociative disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression. I have devoted my career over the past 20 years to working with children, adolescents and adults with complex needs or experiencing mental health challenges within the foster care system, rehabilitation services, education department and general public.
Welcome! My name is Donna. I am a person centred therapist who is passionate about helping others, particularly those suffering from Trauma. My training comes from world leaders in the field and is ongoing. I have extensive experience working with youth and across diverse cultures. Also, with the LGBTQI+ community. My mission is to assist you on a deeper level to be empowered, find hope, and strengthen your belief in self to improve wellbeing.
Welcome! My name is Donna. I am a person centred therapist who is passionate about helping others, particularly those suffering from Trauma. My training comes from world leaders in the field and is ongoing. I have extensive experience working with youth and across diverse cultures. Also, with the LGBTQI+ community. My mission is to assist you on a deeper level to be empowered, find hope, and strengthen your belief in self to improve wellbeing.
I am a professionally trained counsellor with extensive expertise across many years in supporting individuals, couples, and families. I am a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and have also provided clinical supervision to other practising counsellors. Across my career, I have worked in diverse settings with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss and grief and others. My approach is outcome-focused, grounded in each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I am a professionally trained counsellor with extensive expertise across many years in supporting individuals, couples, and families. I am a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and have also provided clinical supervision to other practising counsellors. Across my career, I have worked in diverse settings with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss and grief and others. My approach is outcome-focused, grounded in each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals.
If you’re feeling stuck, flat, or not like yourself, you’re in the right place. Many of the women I work with feel overwhelmed, burnt out or lost, disconnected from themselves and unsure how to move forward. If that’s you, you’re not broken, and you’re not alone. I offer a space to slow down, unpack what’s going on beneath the surface, and reconnect with who you are and what you want next. Through individual counselling (as well as women’s circles and workshops), I help women move forward with clarity, self-trust, and more space to actually be themselves.
If you’re feeling stuck, flat, or not like yourself, you’re in the right place. Many of the women I work with feel overwhelmed, burnt out or lost, disconnected from themselves and unsure how to move forward. If that’s you, you’re not broken, and you’re not alone. I offer a space to slow down, unpack what’s going on beneath the surface, and reconnect with who you are and what you want next. Through individual counselling (as well as women’s circles and workshops), I help women move forward with clarity, self-trust, and more space to actually be themselves.
Overwhelmed by life’s challenges and feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your most important relationships? We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction. Has your past prevented you from living the life and having the relationships you long for? Through therapy, we can gain insight and awareness into your inner distress and conflict and work towards healing, self acceptance, love and gratitude. You will also learn how to improve and understand your most important relationships.
Overwhelmed by life’s challenges and feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your most important relationships? We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction. Has your past prevented you from living the life and having the relationships you long for? Through therapy, we can gain insight and awareness into your inner distress and conflict and work towards healing, self acceptance, love and gratitude. You will also learn how to improve and understand your most important relationships.
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Modern life can be challenging. You may be worried about climate change, experiencing grief, or troubled by a difficult relationship. Perhaps you're feeling stuck, anxious, or in a constant low mood. There might be frequent arguments, a sense of doom, or an inability to enjoy life. Finding useful help is hard and you may be uncertain how to proceed. This is a good place to start. I focus on the mental health impacts of life's big challenges - climate change, relationships, grief, and aging. I provide personalised therapy to relieve anxiety, reduce despair, restore relationships, and create positive change.
Modern life can be challenging. You may be worried about climate change, experiencing grief, or troubled by a difficult relationship. Perhaps you're feeling stuck, anxious, or in a constant low mood. There might be frequent arguments, a sense of doom, or an inability to enjoy life. Finding useful help is hard and you may be uncertain how to proceed. This is a good place to start. I focus on the mental health impacts of life's big challenges - climate change, relationships, grief, and aging. I provide personalised therapy to relieve anxiety, reduce despair, restore relationships, and create positive change.
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! I love working with "everyday" teens to 20s, who are doing it tough and want to change the direction of their life. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone.... Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop. Or maybe life is ok but you just want more...
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability! I love working with "everyday" teens to 20s, who are doing it tough and want to change the direction of their life. Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone.... Maybe you've had a rough upbringing, made "bad" decisions, use substances and want to stop. Or maybe life is ok but you just want more...
So many of us go through life with the invisible pain of not feeling “enough.” It can show up in our relationship with food and our bodies, in the pressure of parenting, in being "highly sensitive" or the vulnerable and tender season of postpartum life. Sometimes it feels like no matter what we do, it’s never quite good enough.
This is the space where I work. I support women, parents, and young people Australia wide who feel alone and tired of battling their bodies, doubting their worth, or feeling overwhelmed by the weight of expectations or unbearable thoughts and feelings, whilst trying to hold it all in. I see your tears.
So many of us go through life with the invisible pain of not feeling “enough.” It can show up in our relationship with food and our bodies, in the pressure of parenting, in being "highly sensitive" or the vulnerable and tender season of postpartum life. Sometimes it feels like no matter what we do, it’s never quite good enough.
This is the space where I work. I support women, parents, and young people Australia wide who feel alone and tired of battling their bodies, doubting their worth, or feeling overwhelmed by the weight of expectations or unbearable thoughts and feelings, whilst trying to hold it all in. I see your tears.
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you including but not limited to emotional overwhelm, addiction, self-harm or self-sabotage—there’s often a deeper reason beneath the surface. I work with young people (16+) and adults of all genders who are ready to explore and heal the impact of past trauma they continue to carry. Whether you're navigating the effects of generational trauma, childhood neglect, physical, emotional, psychological, verbal, sexual abuse, domestic violence or PTSD, I offer a compassionate space for insight, clarity, and recovery—You are in the right place.
If you’re feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you including but not limited to emotional overwhelm, addiction, self-harm or self-sabotage—there’s often a deeper reason beneath the surface. I work with young people (16+) and adults of all genders who are ready to explore and heal the impact of past trauma they continue to carry. Whether you're navigating the effects of generational trauma, childhood neglect, physical, emotional, psychological, verbal, sexual abuse, domestic violence or PTSD, I offer a compassionate space for insight, clarity, and recovery—You are in the right place.
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.
Do you suffer from unprocessed trauma or feel stuck, anxious, depressed? Are you experiencing sex or gender identity issues, interpersonal struggles or emotional dysregulation? This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions. Through our sessions you will see a change in your nervous system and emotional regulation, self-awareness of patterns and behaviours, self-compassion and a larger vitality for life. I offer support for individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges particularly ethical non monogamy and kink. Couples will experience a new found sense of understanding.
Do you suffer from unprocessed trauma or feel stuck, anxious, depressed? Are you experiencing sex or gender identity issues, interpersonal struggles or emotional dysregulation? This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions. Through our sessions you will see a change in your nervous system and emotional regulation, self-awareness of patterns and behaviours, self-compassion and a larger vitality for life. I offer support for individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges particularly ethical non monogamy and kink. Couples will experience a new found sense of understanding.
Dr. Price-Tobler is a child abuse researcher and a highly qualified professional with a doctoral degree in the field of adult child survivors who have experienced both psychological and physical abuse. She also holds a master's degree in counselling and psychotherapy (MCAP). Dr Price-Tobler has 38 years of experience working in the frontline of mental health and disabilities and is accepting new patients via Psychology Today. For further information, please visit her website at www.alyseprice-tobler.com.
Dr. Price-Tobler is a child abuse researcher and a highly qualified professional with a doctoral degree in the field of adult child survivors who have experienced both psychological and physical abuse. She also holds a master's degree in counselling and psychotherapy (MCAP). Dr Price-Tobler has 38 years of experience working in the frontline of mental health and disabilities and is accepting new patients via Psychology Today. For further information, please visit her website at www.alyseprice-tobler.com.
At different points in life, we all experience moments that call for change — times when we want to feel more balanced, fulfilled, or in control. I’m Eryn Long, a Canberra-based counsellor and psychotherapist, dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, professionalism, and evidence-based care. Whether you’re coping with workplace stress, navigating anxiety or depression, or seeking deeper personal growth, I support you in exploring your experiences, building resilience, and creating meaningful change.
At different points in life, we all experience moments that call for change — times when we want to feel more balanced, fulfilled, or in control. I’m Eryn Long, a Canberra-based counsellor and psychotherapist, dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, professionalism, and evidence-based care. Whether you’re coping with workplace stress, navigating anxiety or depression, or seeking deeper personal growth, I support you in exploring your experiences, building resilience, and creating meaningful change.
I have been working as a psychotherapist & counsellor for over 30yrs in a variety of government agencies (including sexual assault services, rape crisis services, victims of crime support services & women's health services) and private practice (11yrs in Sydney & 6yrs in Canberra). I have specialised in working with people whose histories include complex trauma, attachment trauma, developmental trauma and trauma in adulthood (including childhood sexual abuse, emotional & psychological abuse, childhood physical abuse, family violence, coercive control in relationships & adult rape). I also work with people struggling with PTSD.
I have been working as a psychotherapist & counsellor for over 30yrs in a variety of government agencies (including sexual assault services, rape crisis services, victims of crime support services & women's health services) and private practice (11yrs in Sydney & 6yrs in Canberra). I have specialised in working with people whose histories include complex trauma, attachment trauma, developmental trauma and trauma in adulthood (including childhood sexual abuse, emotional & psychological abuse, childhood physical abuse, family violence, coercive control in relationships & adult rape). I also work with people struggling with PTSD.
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.
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Hello! I'm Lauren (she/her), and I'm an Arts Psychotherapist and Counsellor based in the outer eastern suburbs of Naarm (Melbourne) who provodes holistic creative mental health support for women, children, youth, seniors, queer and gender-diverse folk. Passionate about person-centred, neuro-affirming and trauma-informed care with curiosity, compassion and just a touch of magick. Experienced Creative Community Workshop facilitator. I have lived experience of being multiply neurodivergent (AuDHD) and I am currently exploring my own queer identity. Available for home visits (outreach) or via online only.
Please reach out via email.
Hello! I'm Lauren (she/her), and I'm an Arts Psychotherapist and Counsellor based in the outer eastern suburbs of Naarm (Melbourne) who provodes holistic creative mental health support for women, children, youth, seniors, queer and gender-diverse folk. Passionate about person-centred, neuro-affirming and trauma-informed care with curiosity, compassion and just a touch of magick. Experienced Creative Community Workshop facilitator. I have lived experience of being multiply neurodivergent (AuDHD) and I am currently exploring my own queer identity. Available for home visits (outreach) or via online only.
Welcome to Oak Counselling! As a qualified Counsellor and ADHD Coach, my approach is rooted in person-centred and strength-based principles. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and that you have the potential to change and grow. We’ll work together to set and achieve your goals. My role is to support you by creating a genuine and safe environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I’m here to help you discover your strengths and find pathways that resonate with you. Whether you’re facing challenges or simply looking to grow, I’m committed to walking alongside you on this journey.
Welcome to Oak Counselling! As a qualified Counsellor and ADHD Coach, my approach is rooted in person-centred and strength-based principles. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and that you have the potential to change and grow. We’ll work together to set and achieve your goals. My role is to support you by creating a genuine and safe environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I’m here to help you discover your strengths and find pathways that resonate with you. Whether you’re facing challenges or simply looking to grow, I’m committed to walking alongside you on this journey.
Welcome to a sanctuary of healing and growth, where transformation begins and resilience thrives. Our team is dedicated to providing trauma-informed therapy services that are tailored to your unique journey towards a healthier and happier life. Our commitment extends to those who bear the weight of complex trauma, wrestle with personality disorders, anxiety, depression, navigate the complexities of family and relationship issues, combat addiction, struggle with sleep disturbances, and burnout of daily life. We are here to support individuals of all generations. We provide culturally sensitive inclusive environment for our clients.
Welcome to a sanctuary of healing and growth, where transformation begins and resilience thrives. Our team is dedicated to providing trauma-informed therapy services that are tailored to your unique journey towards a healthier and happier life. Our commitment extends to those who bear the weight of complex trauma, wrestle with personality disorders, anxiety, depression, navigate the complexities of family and relationship issues, combat addiction, struggle with sleep disturbances, and burnout of daily life. We are here to support individuals of all generations. We provide culturally sensitive inclusive environment for our clients.
Looking for a therapist who 'just gets it'? I'm Maggie Whitbread and I work mainly with clients wanting to: overcome/manage anxiety, break out of cycles of behavior that no longer serve them, communicate better, understand themselves, navigate life transitions, and start living authentically and whole-heartedly. As my client, you'll benefit from my patience, warmth, sense of humor, and my open-minded, integrative, modern approach to therapy. My day job is with a perinatal counselling service, so I also specialise in supporting people through pregnancy and postpartum.
Looking for a therapist who 'just gets it'? I'm Maggie Whitbread and I work mainly with clients wanting to: overcome/manage anxiety, break out of cycles of behavior that no longer serve them, communicate better, understand themselves, navigate life transitions, and start living authentically and whole-heartedly. As my client, you'll benefit from my patience, warmth, sense of humor, and my open-minded, integrative, modern approach to therapy. My day job is with a perinatal counselling service, so I also specialise in supporting people through pregnancy and postpartum.
Types of counselling Darleen specialises in the following types of counselling: Relationship Counselling, Individual Counselling, Sex Therapy Desire & Intimacy Counselling Trauma, Counselling Porn Addiction, Online Counselling, , Counselling Narcissism Counselling, Pre-Marriage Program, Anger Management, LGBTQ+ Anxiety Counselling, Grief Counselling. Specialised training Darleen’s specialist training includes: Advanced Dip Psychology / Counselling Advance Dip Legal Mediation (preventative Law) C B T Practitioner Dip Personal / Professional / Coaching Family Coaching Recovery Coaching
Types of counselling Darleen specialises in the following types of counselling: Relationship Counselling, Individual Counselling, Sex Therapy Desire & Intimacy Counselling Trauma, Counselling Porn Addiction, Online Counselling, , Counselling Narcissism Counselling, Pre-Marriage Program, Anger Management, LGBTQ+ Anxiety Counselling, Grief Counselling. Specialised training Darleen’s specialist training includes: Advanced Dip Psychology / Counselling Advance Dip Legal Mediation (preventative Law) C B T Practitioner Dip Personal / Professional / Coaching Family Coaching Recovery Coaching
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.