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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
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Christa Winkels

Counsellor, MA, AThR (she, her)

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Carlton North, VIC 3054
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I am a creative arts psychotherapist and social worker with 10+ years experience in mental health and community-based settings. My passion lies in supporting people who are looking to feel more pleasure, wholeness and connection within themselves and in relationships. I utilise a range of theories and approaches, and work in collaboration with you to find what best fits your needs. I am particularly interested in creative, somatic and movement-based therapies to foster safety, curiosity, playfulness, and self expression. My practice is trauma sensitive, sex work inclusive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. All relationship structures welcome.
I offer support for a range of concerns, including: sex and intimacy; sexuality and identity; grief and loss; relationships and interpersonal challenges; parenting; perinatal mental health; developmental and complex trauma; disordered eating and body image; anxiety and depression; exploring and connecting with self; and cultivating creativity.
First sessions can involve - getting to know each other and what approach to therapy works for you, exploring how to use the room/space, and whether you would like to explore any art or movement. Feel free to email if you'd like to schedule a call to ask any questions you might have about therapy, my practice, or to get a feel for how we might work together.
Christa Winkels now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Carlton North, VIC 3054

I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Parenting 
I see individuals and groups  
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Carlton North, VIC 3054

I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Parenting 
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Bank transfer
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian, New Zealand and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association Christa Winkels
  • Degree/Diploma from RMIT, Master of Social Work in (MSW) Master of Social Work / 2021
  • Degree/Diploma from La Trobe University, Master of Art Therapy in Master of Art Therapy / 2015
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I am also trained as a Circle of Security Parenting (COSp) facilitator and Yoga/movement facilitator. I hold significant specialisation in trauma sensitive practices.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
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I am also trained as a Circle of Security Parenting (COSp) facilitator and Yoga/movement facilitator. I hold significant specialisation in trauma sensitive practices.
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Parenting

Practice Areas

  • Bereavement
  • Birth Trauma
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR

Endorsement

Isabelle Stoner - Somatic Psychotherapy Counselling Yoga
Isabelle Stoner - Somatic Psychotherapy Counselling Yoga
PsychotherapistPACFA
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working alongside Christa. Christa is highly skilled, compassionate, and dedicated to her clients. I deeply respect her care and approach to therapy and holistic wellbeing, and recommend her highly.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Mother
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Anti-Oppressive
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Intersectional Feminist
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
Photo of Christa Winkels, MA, AThR, Counsellor
Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR

Location

Primary Location

Carlton North, VIC 3054

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Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Photo of Christa Winkels, MA, AThR, Counsellor
Christa Winkels
Counsellor, MA, AThR