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Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW

Best Life Therapy & Counseling

Social Worker, MA, AMHSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Armstrong Creek, VIC 3217
Let's Connect (03) 4240 3813
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Are you struggling with your relationships, mood, anxiety or any other issues and problems? If so it is my mission to provide a therapeutic approach that is based on respect, collaboration, transparency and a meaningful connection with my clients. I use evidence based therapies tailored to an approach that best suits your needs. My dedication is to provide an environment where you feel safe, heard and understood. Helping people achieve their therapeutic goals has been my passion and a privilege for the past 20 years.
I am experienced in working with a range of psychological difficulties including: Anxiety, panic & stress. Depression. Recovery after trauma or abuse. Couples Therapy. Adverse childhood events. Stress management. Parenting. Addictions. Low self esteem. Anger management.
Contact me if you are looking for an inclusive, empathetic therapist committed to helping you towards improved coping and greater wellbeing.
Call or Best Life Therapy & Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 4240 3813

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Armstrong Creek, VIC 3217

(03) 4240 3813
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (03) 4240 3813
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Armstrong Creek, VIC 3217

(03) 4240 3813
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $160
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Medicare Rebates
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Payment via credit or debit card.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813
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Payment via credit or debit card.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813

Qualifications

    Social Worker: Leonie Gilham

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Leonie Gilham
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Swinburne University of Technology, Master of Social Science, Graduated 2012
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Deakin University in Social Work Bachelor of Social Work / 2008
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I have over 20 years of experience as an individual couple & family therapist using focused psychological strategies.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813
"
I have over 20 years of experience as an individual couple & family therapist using focused psychological strategies.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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I have worked with a lot of clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, addictions and symptoms/behaviors associated with trauma.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813
"
I have worked with a lot of clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, addictions and symptoms/behaviors associated with trauma.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Dutch

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Dutch

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use a combination of Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Internal Family Systems for trauma. In your first session we can discuss what type of therapy might be the best fit for you. My aim is to help you to help yourself and achieve your therapeutic goals.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813
"
I often use a combination of Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Internal Family Systems for trauma. In your first session we can discuss what type of therapy might be the best fit for you. My aim is to help you to help yourself and achieve your therapeutic goals.
Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4240 3813

Location

Photo of Leonie Gilham - Best Life Therapy & Counseling , Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Best Life Therapy & Counseling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 4240 3813