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Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
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Avá Joy Sloan

Psychotherapist, MA, AThR (she, her)

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1 St Heliers St, Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing, Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Let's Connect (03) 8400 0562
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I am passionate about supporting those on a journey of inner healing, growth, discovery and transformation. I am in service of those who ready to connect to the truth of their inner nature, explore their sense of purpose, and develop the unique and innate gifts they came to share with the world.
Integrative Creative Companioning was developed after a decade of studying the nature of mind through the fields of yoga, psychology, philosophy and spirituality. Based on the intrinsic interconnection of body/mind/soul, this approach focuses on integrating expanded experiences through the body, to provide a relaxed resting place for mindbody.
My approach is based in mindfulness (bringing awareness to the present moment), underpinned by transpersonal and existential psychology. My way of being with clients (inquirers) is open, curious, intuitive and very direct. If this resonates with you, please reach out via email and we can arrange initial consultation.
Call or Avá Joy Sloan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 8400 0562

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Wellbeing Wing

1 St Heliers St

Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing

Abbotsford, VIC 3067 map

(03) 8400 0562

Henwood House

Cottles Bridge, VIC 3099

My website
I consult in-person from the Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing Wing on Tuesday and Wednesday and online via Google Meets Thursday and Friday.
I focus on Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
If you're seeing this- yay! I'm so glad you've arrived. I look forward to connecting and inquiring together, as a companion on your journey.
Avá Joy Sloan
Let's Connect (03) 8400 0562
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Wellbeing Wing

1 St Heliers St

Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing

Abbotsford, VIC 3067 map

(03) 8400 0562

Henwood House

Cottles Bridge, VIC 3099

My website
I consult in-person from the Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing Wing on Tuesday and Wednesday and online via Google Meets Thursday and Friday.
I focus on Spirituality and Trauma and PTSD 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
If you're seeing this- yay! I'm so glad you've arrived. I look forward to connecting and inquiring together, as a companion on your journey.
Avá Joy Sloan

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $270
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Paypal
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Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association Avá Joy Sloan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Creative and Experiential Arts Therapy , Masters Degree, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Queensland University of Technology in Psychology (B Psych) BPsych(Hons) / 2016
  • Degree/Diploma from MIECAT in Theraputic Arts Practice (Masters) AThR / 2022
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I work holistically and integrally to support the somatic processing of unconscious stored emotional experiances (trauma) creatively to improve the everyday energetic functioning of the being. Qualified yoga and meditation teacher (RYT 300) specializing in restorative yin & nervous system regulation
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562
"
I work holistically and integrally to support the somatic processing of unconscious stored emotional experiances (trauma) creatively to improve the everyday energetic functioning of the being. Qualified yoga and meditation teacher (RYT 300) specializing in restorative yin & nervous system regulation
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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I take a therapeutic arts-based companioning approach held by the values of curiosity, trust and emergence (grace). As a companion, I walk alongside you in your journey supporting the development of your own inner knower/healer through curious and attuned attentiveness. With loving respect for you and your path, I hold faith and trust that it is ultimately one of healing and whole-ing.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562
"
I take a therapeutic arts-based companioning approach held by the values of curiosity, trust and emergence (grace). As a companion, I walk alongside you in your journey supporting the development of your own inner knower/healer through curious and attuned attentiveness. With loving respect for you and your path, I hold faith and trust that it is ultimately one of healing and whole-ing.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562

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Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

Religion

Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Integrative
  • Relational
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In these sessions, we will use creative and experiential arts, holistic therapy and embodied somatic self inquiry as the mediums for 'coming to Know'. Since 'coming to Know' is a process, rather than something to be achieved, we are less interested in the outcome of the art and more interested in what we 'come to Know' along the way, through the creative inquiry.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562
"
In these sessions, we will use creative and experiential arts, holistic therapy and embodied somatic self inquiry as the mediums for 'coming to Know'. Since 'coming to Know' is a process, rather than something to be achieved, we are less interested in the outcome of the art and more interested in what we 'come to Know' along the way, through the creative inquiry.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8400 0562

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Wellbeing Wing

1 St Heliers St

Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing

Abbotsford, VIC 3067

(03) 8400 0562

Additional Location

Henwood House

Cottles Bridge, VIC 3099

(03) 8400 0562
"
I consult in-person from the Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing Wing on Tuesday and Wednesday and online via Google Meets Thursday and Friday.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8400 0562
"
I consult in-person from the Abbotsford Convent Wellbeing Wing on Tuesday and Wednesday and online via Google Meets Thursday and Friday.
Photo of Avá Joy Sloan, Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8400 0562