Divorce Counselling in Australian Capital Territory

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Louise Pilon
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Belconnen, ACT 2617
My field of experience include: Childhood abuse and neglect, Domestic violence, Life crisis and Change such as separation and divorce, Grief and Loss, New phase of life such as marriage or menopause.
I am a passionate about the human condition. Working at Relational depth and by exploring one's values and understanding the meaning of our life stories we become capable of making choices that reflect who we truly are and want to become, Change is Possible.
My field of experience include: Childhood abuse and neglect, Domestic violence, Life crisis and Change such as separation and divorce, Grief and Loss, New phase of life such as marriage or menopause.
I am a passionate about the human condition. Working at Relational depth and by exploring one's values and understanding the meaning of our life stories we become capable of making choices that reflect who we truly are and want to become, Change is Possible.
(02) 5137 7770 View (02) 5137 7770
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Bronwyn Campbell
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lyneham, ACT 2602
I offer individual active care for those affected by issues such as grief/loss, divorce/relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addiction, stress and life transitions. ​If you have been struggling with mental health, or seeking support for the everyday and/or crisis situations that are challenging, I can work with you at a gentle pace to explore your internal emotional resources to help you navigate inevitable change. Her passion is to help people of all ages connect with core values and strengths while exploring the existential themes of purpose, meaning and acceptance. ​
I offer individual active care for those affected by issues such as grief/loss, divorce/relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addiction, stress and life transitions. ​If you have been struggling with mental health, or seeking support for the everyday and/or crisis situations that are challenging, I can work with you at a gentle pace to explore your internal emotional resources to help you navigate inevitable change. Her passion is to help people of all ages connect with core values and strengths while exploring the existential themes of purpose, meaning and acceptance. ​
(02) 5120 2331 View (02) 5120 2331
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Remedy Therapy Canberra
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Curtin, ACT 2605
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. While we specialise in working with couples both online and in person, we have extensive experience in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, and ADHD
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. While we specialise in working with couples both online and in person, we have extensive experience in working with individuals with anxiety, depression, and ADHD
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Deborah Durie Enliven Counselling Canberra
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turner, ACT 2612
People often feel confused, unsure or overwhelmed. Anxiety, distress, emotional pain and sadness can impede one's ability to engage fully in life. I will work with you to explore your own strengths, and build your resilience and coping skills. Together we will explore your challenges, and find ways to move forward. Safety, warmth and respect for individual differences are key to my approach. With a foundation of trauma informed practice, I use strengths based, person centred counselling, deep listening, art therapy, goal setting and mindfulness meditation. I have counselled people from all walks of life, on all life's challenges.
People often feel confused, unsure or overwhelmed. Anxiety, distress, emotional pain and sadness can impede one's ability to engage fully in life. I will work with you to explore your own strengths, and build your resilience and coping skills. Together we will explore your challenges, and find ways to move forward. Safety, warmth and respect for individual differences are key to my approach. With a foundation of trauma informed practice, I use strengths based, person centred counselling, deep listening, art therapy, goal setting and mindfulness meditation. I have counselled people from all walks of life, on all life's challenges.
(02) 5118 9033 View (02) 5118 9033
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DIPAC Counselling, Therapy, Mediation & Coaching
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Barton, ACT 2600
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
(02) 5118 9826 View (02) 5118 9826
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Laura Apolo
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Melba, ACT 2615
Being listened to as you talk with someone you can trust helps you remember that you are not alone. It feels good to share, and talking about things can open up the door for healing. When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. When we try to keep things stored in our head, especially strong feelings, it gets overwhelming, which fuels our anxiety. Talking frees us from that. Together, our conversations will uncover the hidden meaning behind what's happening, and help you to find your way, as you make sense of the challenges you have found yourself facing.
Being listened to as you talk with someone you can trust helps you remember that you are not alone. It feels good to share, and talking about things can open up the door for healing. When we talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. When we try to keep things stored in our head, especially strong feelings, it gets overwhelming, which fuels our anxiety. Talking frees us from that. Together, our conversations will uncover the hidden meaning behind what's happening, and help you to find your way, as you make sense of the challenges you have found yourself facing.
(02) 5941 6975 View (02) 5941 6975
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Full Potential Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Ainslie, ACT 2602
Many people feel 'stuck' with behaviours, feelings, habits or situations that they find hard to change. This can limit the potential to flourish and live life fully. Everyone has their own strengths and coping skills, and the right counsellor will help you to notice your pre-existing strength and resilience, and work with you to find ways to tackle your challenges and live the life you really want to live.
Many people feel 'stuck' with behaviours, feelings, habits or situations that they find hard to change. This can limit the potential to flourish and live life fully. Everyone has their own strengths and coping skills, and the right counsellor will help you to notice your pre-existing strength and resilience, and work with you to find ways to tackle your challenges and live the life you really want to live.
(02) 6188 7072 View (02) 6188 7072
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Mental Care Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2601
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don’t know where to start to make things better. There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges and to provide you with the psychological tools needed to face stressful events. Mental Care Clinic is here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. We are committed to helping individuals live their best life.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? Sometimes you can be so overwhelmed with stress that you have trouble prioritising your own needs. You don’t know where to start to make things better. There comes a time when help is needed from a certified professional to cope with many of life’s challenges and to provide you with the psychological tools needed to face stressful events. Mental Care Clinic is here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. We are committed to helping individuals live their best life.
(02) 8105 5551 View (02) 8105 5551
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Vivian Bachelier
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Greenway, ACT 2900
I see my role as a Psychologist to walk alongside clients on the journey to discovering themselves, and using a variety of interventions that best suit the client to achieve their goals! So if there is a particular intervention that you love or loathe – please tell me in our first session! Out of business hours appointments (up until 8pm AEST), weekend and evening appointments via phone or video conference. Access to Psychological support from the comfort and convenience of your home or office Better yet - there is no waiting on call backs from receptionists - simply go online and book a time that suits you!
I see my role as a Psychologist to walk alongside clients on the journey to discovering themselves, and using a variety of interventions that best suit the client to achieve their goals! So if there is a particular intervention that you love or loathe – please tell me in our first session! Out of business hours appointments (up until 8pm AEST), weekend and evening appointments via phone or video conference. Access to Psychological support from the comfort and convenience of your home or office Better yet - there is no waiting on call backs from receptionists - simply go online and book a time that suits you!
(02) 5943 7794 View (02) 5943 7794
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Olga Koronovskaia
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Garran, ACT 2605
I am a qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor. I offer deep therapeutic work with various experiences and struggles in adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
I am a qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor. I offer deep therapeutic work with various experiences and struggles in adults from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
(02) 5118 9035 View (02) 5118 9035
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Rabia Muqtadir
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Online Only
Life can offer challenges that can simply be overwhelming. It is in those times that many of us feel confused/lost or simply unheard in our relationships and struggle to communicate with our loved ones. For some of us trauma from our past is captivating enough to feel stuck and hold us back to fully become who we are suppose to be or experience of loss and grief impact our well-being and challenge our mental health. It could be anxiety and depression that keep you captive. If you are experiencing any of this or other life challenges I would encourage you to reach out and take a step towards well-being and meaning full life.
Life can offer challenges that can simply be overwhelming. It is in those times that many of us feel confused/lost or simply unheard in our relationships and struggle to communicate with our loved ones. For some of us trauma from our past is captivating enough to feel stuck and hold us back to fully become who we are suppose to be or experience of loss and grief impact our well-being and challenge our mental health. It could be anxiety and depression that keep you captive. If you are experiencing any of this or other life challenges I would encourage you to reach out and take a step towards well-being and meaning full life.
(02) 5133 8847 View (02) 5133 8847
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Deborah May - Inner North Canberra
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downer, ACT 2602
Life is unpredictable and at times, feels hard. Serious illness, accidents, relationship breakups and unexpected life events can knock us off our feet. Knowing someone cares, will listen to your deepest fears and unresolved feelings can help to be with even the most challenging experiences.
Life is unpredictable and at times, feels hard. Serious illness, accidents, relationship breakups and unexpected life events can knock us off our feet. Knowing someone cares, will listen to your deepest fears and unresolved feelings can help to be with even the most challenging experiences.
(02) 5121 9374 View (02) 5121 9374
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Susi West
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Turner, ACT 2612
I work primarily with folks who’re struggling in their relationships. Mostly, I work with romantic partners, but also with mothers & daughters, business partners, friends and individuals. My clients typically have difficulties in communicating effectively with others, especially during conflict when they’re feeling all the feelings. Clients also often approach me because they’ve been betrayed in relationship. Sometimes, there’s been an affair, an experience of sexual assault, or an unexpected separation...
I work primarily with folks who’re struggling in their relationships. Mostly, I work with romantic partners, but also with mothers & daughters, business partners, friends and individuals. My clients typically have difficulties in communicating effectively with others, especially during conflict when they’re feeling all the feelings. Clients also often approach me because they’ve been betrayed in relationship. Sometimes, there’s been an affair, an experience of sexual assault, or an unexpected separation...
(02) 5118 9041 View (02) 5118 9041
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Paul Dykes Counselling Canberra
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Evatt, ACT 2617
I work with clients from all backgrounds in a client centred and empathetic manner. My ability is to work with you to help distill what is exactly happening for you and then to get to work on building a foundation to move forward.
I work with clients from all backgrounds in a client centred and empathetic manner. My ability is to work with you to help distill what is exactly happening for you and then to get to work on building a foundation to move forward.
(02) 6190 0573 View (02) 6190 0573
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Paul Julian Hoare
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Deakin, ACT 2600
Paul has worked in the counselling field both locally and abroad. His passions are in couples counselling, men's issues and helping people through anxiety. Whilst being a very down to earth counsellor, Paul is also compassionate and non-judgmental in his approach to counselling. He is a strong believer in the impact that good therapy can have on people’s quality of life and is committed to helping his clients to attain these benefits. He is the founder of Glenmore Park Counselling.
Paul has worked in the counselling field both locally and abroad. His passions are in couples counselling, men's issues and helping people through anxiety. Whilst being a very down to earth counsellor, Paul is also compassionate and non-judgmental in his approach to counselling. He is a strong believer in the impact that good therapy can have on people’s quality of life and is committed to helping his clients to attain these benefits. He is the founder of Glenmore Park Counselling.
(02) 4708 9549 View (02) 4708 9549
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Gregg Chapman
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Belconnen, ACT 2617
I believe that we are all one human family and that everyone is capable of, and deserving of, understanding, compassion and care.
I believe that we are all one human family and that everyone is capable of, and deserving of, understanding, compassion and care.
(02) 5118 9472 View (02) 5118 9472
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The PTSD Clinic
Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Barton, ACT 2600
The PTSD Clinic is a private specialist clinic operating in ACT, Victoria, NSW, QLD, NT & WA with experienced Psychologists and Consultants who are skilled in treating the broad spectrum of psychological disorders including trauma resulting from car and work accidents ie, PTSD, Relationship and Family issues, NPD, Depression, Anxiety etc. A GP referral is required for Medicare rebates. We also conduct Expert Reports in Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury and other Medico-legal proceedings,
The PTSD Clinic is a private specialist clinic operating in ACT, Victoria, NSW, QLD, NT & WA with experienced Psychologists and Consultants who are skilled in treating the broad spectrum of psychological disorders including trauma resulting from car and work accidents ie, PTSD, Relationship and Family issues, NPD, Depression, Anxiety etc. A GP referral is required for Medicare rebates. We also conduct Expert Reports in Family Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury and other Medico-legal proceedings,
(02) 8063 8435 View (02) 8063 8435
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Jeanette Holland
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Deakin, ACT 2600
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.
(02) 6188 7462 View (02) 6188 7462
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Prakash K C
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Belconnen, ACT 2617
We humans possess significant resilience, yet we are also quite vulnerable. There are numerous factors around us that can affect our wellbeing and can cause anxiety, sadness, hurt, guilt, anger, loneliness, sense of unfulfillment, etc. Sometimes painful memories from the past don’t allow us to create new memories. Our own thoughts and beliefs work against us at times. Behaviours that were once soothing and comfortable, over time, become destructive. Coping with loss can be extremely challenging. Argument and unresolved conflicts can damage our intimate relationships. Family members not getting along can result in lot of distress.
We humans possess significant resilience, yet we are also quite vulnerable. There are numerous factors around us that can affect our wellbeing and can cause anxiety, sadness, hurt, guilt, anger, loneliness, sense of unfulfillment, etc. Sometimes painful memories from the past don’t allow us to create new memories. Our own thoughts and beliefs work against us at times. Behaviours that were once soothing and comfortable, over time, become destructive. Coping with loss can be extremely challenging. Argument and unresolved conflicts can damage our intimate relationships. Family members not getting along can result in lot of distress.
(02) 5941 6880 View (02) 5941 6880
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Help Now Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lyneham, ACT 2602
The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
(02) 5133 8472 View (02) 5133 8472
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Divorce Counsellors

How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?

Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?

There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?

When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?

It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.