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Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4

Dimitra Tsoukalas

Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4 (she, her)

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Bentleigh, VIC 3204
Let's Connect (03) 4110 2003
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I’m Dimitra Tsoukalas and I am a registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist with over 15 yrs experience and 30+ in relationship mgt. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure or unfulfilled. Let me help you learn & develop better ways to handle issues standing in your way so that you can overcome them with confidence. I am curious, nurturing and pride myself on being client centered & non-judgmental which enables me to engage & build a safe place for you to be able to express yourself authentically. I specialise in anxiety, trauma & relationships & I have a variety of tools / modalities to help you become the best version of YOU!
I have extensive experience in working with clients in a variety of settings & with diverse clinical presentations. This includes working with children & teens in both primary /secondary schools. I also work with individuals, couples & families as well as in FV, trauma & behaviour change. I am a staunch believer that change / healing is possible to all.
Building a trusting and safe space for you is my primary aim. My clients most appreciate my compassion, professionalism, acceptance, sense of humour, warmth and openness to new ideas. You will feel heard, supported and empowered so that you can achieve your goals confidently.
Call or Dimitra Tsoukalas now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 4110 2003

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bentleigh, VIC 3204

(03) 4110 2003
I have availability to take on new clients, whether it's face to face or virtually. Please call me to discuss.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Trauma and PTSD 
$240 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (03) 4110 2003
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Bentleigh, VIC 3204

(03) 4110 2003
I have availability to take on new clients, whether it's face to face or virtually. Please call me to discuss.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Marital and Premarital and Trauma and PTSD 
$240 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $240
  • Couple Sessions $300

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • AHM Health
  • Australian Defence Force (ADF)
  • Bupa
  • CUA Health
  • Doctors Health Fund
  • Emergency Services Health
  • GMHBA
  • HBF
  • HCF
  • Medibank Private
  • Navy Health
  • NDIS
  • Phoenix Health
  • Police Health
  • St Lukes Health
  • Teachers Health
  • VOC (Victims of Crime)
  • Worksafe
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Bank transfer, Private health rebates if eligible
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003
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Bank transfer, Private health rebates if eligible
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Dimitra Tsoukalas
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy , MC Monash University , Graduated 2015
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Swinburne University Graduate Certificate in Case Management and Assessment - Men's Behaviour Change
  • Degree/Diploma from Swinburne University in Business (Marketing & HR Mgr) (BBus) Bachelor of Business and Human Resource Management / 2000
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I continuously engage in professional development & have a wide range of modalities I use according to your needs. I also have a passion in treating trauma, anxiety & healing relationships. Furthermore, I also have extensive experience in the corporate sector with over 30 yrs in relationship mgt.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003
"
I continuously engage in professional development & have a wide range of modalities I use according to your needs. I also have a passion in treating trauma, anxiety & healing relationships. Furthermore, I also have extensive experience in the corporate sector with over 30 yrs in relationship mgt.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Trauma and PTSD

Practice Areas

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bullying
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Behaviour Change
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I work with individuals, couples & families who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, low self worth, life transitions, relationship issues, anger management, grief & trauma, PTSD (may be related to relationships, work, family or childhood etc). Some of the benefits that you can expect are more energy & confidence, motivation, self awareness & an increase in quality of life & relationships.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003
"
I work with individuals, couples & families who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, low self worth, life transitions, relationship issues, anger management, grief & trauma, PTSD (may be related to relationships, work, family or childhood etc). Some of the benefits that you can expect are more energy & confidence, motivation, self awareness & an increase in quality of life & relationships.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003

Endorsement

Dilek Yucel
Dilek Yucel
PsychologistMAPS
Dimitra is a warm and compassionate counsellor with knowledge and skills that expand beyond the counselling field. Her ability to connect and have empathy with her clients is her secret weapon ;-)

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Greek

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

I also speak

Greek

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Trauma Focused
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I begin with an assessment to firstly understand both your history and your current symptoms & circumstances. This will enable me to put together an individual treatment plan to meet your needs. Building a trusting and safe space for YOU is my primary aim and I will guide you to become the best version of YOU!
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003
"
I begin with an assessment to firstly understand both your history and your current symptoms & circumstances. This will enable me to put together an individual treatment plan to meet your needs. Building a trusting and safe space for YOU is my primary aim and I will guide you to become the best version of YOU!
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 4110 2003

Location

Primary Location

Bentleigh, VIC 3204

(03) 4110 2003
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I have availability to take on new clients, whether it's face to face or virtually. Please call me to discuss.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 4110 2003
"
I have availability to take on new clients, whether it's face to face or virtually. Please call me to discuss.
Photo of Dimitra Tsoukalas, Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 4110 2003