Counselling in Australian Capital Territory
Online Trauma Brainspotting Counsellor
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600 (Online Only)
Brainspotting liberates brains from irrational fears, addiction, PTSD, OCD eating disorders, anxiety, & resolves trauma.
Dr Astrid Staley has 15+ years of experience using talk therapies, Neuropsychotherapy & Brainspotting, a cutting-edge therapy to move people toward optimal functioning. Her experience extends to Christian & non-Christian contexts. Choose a preferred style to support a holistic approach to wellbeing in body, mind, spirit. Counselling/Coaching/ Supervision packages. Specialised ages 16+ ADHD Coaching/ Counselling support & Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching/Counselling support. Neuro Change Personal Development Coaching/Counselling package. Supporting clients 16+ years.
Brainspotting liberates brains from irrational fears, addiction, PTSD, OCD eating disorders, anxiety, & resolves trauma.
Dr Astrid Staley has 15+ years of experience using talk therapies, Neuropsychotherapy & Brainspotting, a cutting-edge therapy to move people toward optimal functioning. Her experience extends to Christian & non-Christian contexts. Choose a preferred style to support a holistic approach to wellbeing in body, mind, spirit. Counselling/Coaching/ Supervision packages. Specialised ages 16+ ADHD Coaching/ Counselling support & Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching/Counselling support. Neuro Change Personal Development Coaching/Counselling package. Supporting clients 16+ years.
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.
Elena Beutel
MPsych
Verified Verified
Greenway, ACT 2900 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! No GP referral is required. Psychotherapist and Certified Coach focused on empowering clients to achieve sound mental health, fulfilling relationships and careers. My clients typically experience some of these challenges: low mood, low self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, emotional swings, irritability, anxiety, social relationship difficulties, addictions, psychosomatic symptoms, family and work conflict, lack of energy. I am a wife, a mother of two, an immigrant, a professional, a Christian... I am here to build you up, there is nothing you can tell me that will discourage me from helping you.
Accepting new clients! No GP referral is required. Psychotherapist and Certified Coach focused on empowering clients to achieve sound mental health, fulfilling relationships and careers. My clients typically experience some of these challenges: low mood, low self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, emotional swings, irritability, anxiety, social relationship difficulties, addictions, psychosomatic symptoms, family and work conflict, lack of energy. I am a wife, a mother of two, an immigrant, a professional, a Christian... I am here to build you up, there is nothing you can tell me that will discourage me from helping you.
Toni-Maree Hannan
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Calwell, ACT 2905
When you are feeling anxious and stressed then you need an expert to support you to get back to normal. I specialise in anxiety and stress disorders and have over 10 years experience in the field.
When you are feeling anxious and stressed then you need an expert to support you to get back to normal. I specialise in anxiety and stress disorders and have over 10 years experience in the field.
National Trauma Clinics
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Barton, ACT 2600
National Trauma Clinic Psychologists and Consultants have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families suffering from the broad range of psychological issues including relationship issues, family issues, workplace issues and symptomatic problems with PTSD, depression, anxiety and the like.
National Trauma Clinic Psychologists and Consultants have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families suffering from the broad range of psychological issues including relationship issues, family issues, workplace issues and symptomatic problems with PTSD, depression, anxiety and the like.
Dr Pauline Hall
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Dr. Hall is a clinical psychologist working with people from different cultural backgrounds. She is now seeing clients from Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, and Vietnam. She practices evidence-based assessment and treatment for developmental disorders in children, teenagers, and adults (e.g., Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.) with mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. Dr. Hall works in various areas, including schools, hospitals, community health services courts, businesses, and private practices.
Dr. Hall is a clinical psychologist working with people from different cultural backgrounds. She is now seeing clients from Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, and Vietnam. She practices evidence-based assessment and treatment for developmental disorders in children, teenagers, and adults (e.g., Intellectual Disability, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, etc.) with mood disorders, anxiety, and cognitive disorders. Dr. Hall works in various areas, including schools, hospitals, community health services courts, businesses, and private practices.
Delphine Marina
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Coach with a profound commitment to guiding individuals on their transformative journeys. Trained in the intricacies of Soul Centred Psychotherapy (SCP), a Jungian-based modality, I specialise in fostering a vital connection with the whole self. In the realm of SCP, I can orchestrate a delicate dance between the everyday sense of self and the myriad layers of consciousness. This therapeutic approach illuminates the internal dynamics that shape our thoughts, moods, and behaviours in both personal and interpersonal realms.
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Coach with a profound commitment to guiding individuals on their transformative journeys. Trained in the intricacies of Soul Centred Psychotherapy (SCP), a Jungian-based modality, I specialise in fostering a vital connection with the whole self. In the realm of SCP, I can orchestrate a delicate dance between the everyday sense of self and the myriad layers of consciousness. This therapeutic approach illuminates the internal dynamics that shape our thoughts, moods, and behaviours in both personal and interpersonal realms.
Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
Counsellor Houssam Elsheikh
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
If you are feeling a lack of direction in your life at the moment, I can support you to find greater clarity, direction and peace of mind. I work alongside you in an empowering way so that you leave with strategies, resources and the tools tailored to you that you can apply straight away to your life. My hope is that you leave my counselling sessions with the tools to take back your life. Gain more empowerment and control in your life and overcoming negative thoughts and discover strategies to overcome negative thoughts. Counselling can help you; • Reduce overwhelm • improve sleep & increased positivity • improve wellbeing • Gain
If you are feeling a lack of direction in your life at the moment, I can support you to find greater clarity, direction and peace of mind. I work alongside you in an empowering way so that you leave with strategies, resources and the tools tailored to you that you can apply straight away to your life. My hope is that you leave my counselling sessions with the tools to take back your life. Gain more empowerment and control in your life and overcoming negative thoughts and discover strategies to overcome negative thoughts. Counselling can help you; • Reduce overwhelm • improve sleep & increased positivity • improve wellbeing • Gain
Jessica Anne Cove
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600 (Online Only)
Welcome, I’m Jessica, a private practice counsellor and biomedical meditation therapist who over the past 13 years has developed a holistic and compassion-focused approach to supporting individuals. My background as a classical ballet dancer informs my therapeutic work with dancers and this specialised understanding of their unique concerns also extends to high-achieving and highly sensitive adults and young people from all walks of life. My therapeutic work also includes over a decade of holistic health coaching and I continue to present workshops at schools and institutions with a focus on nutrition and mental health literacy.
Welcome, I’m Jessica, a private practice counsellor and biomedical meditation therapist who over the past 13 years has developed a holistic and compassion-focused approach to supporting individuals. My background as a classical ballet dancer informs my therapeutic work with dancers and this specialised understanding of their unique concerns also extends to high-achieving and highly sensitive adults and young people from all walks of life. My therapeutic work also includes over a decade of holistic health coaching and I continue to present workshops at schools and institutions with a focus on nutrition and mental health literacy.
Denis Leo McCarthy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600
Senior Clinical Psychologist & Neurofeedback Certified (BCIA) in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide. Also specializing in Occupational & Sports Psych, online coaching. Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting. Therapy offers an opportunity to be more self aware, to learn new skills or tool(s), to be better problem solvers, communicators, to heal relationships & old wounds, let go of old baggage, and move on to a richer, fuller life. I assist in all these dimensions, and more.
Senior Clinical Psychologist & Neurofeedback Certified (BCIA) in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide. Also specializing in Occupational & Sports Psych, online coaching. Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting. Therapy offers an opportunity to be more self aware, to learn new skills or tool(s), to be better problem solvers, communicators, to heal relationships & old wounds, let go of old baggage, and move on to a richer, fuller life. I assist in all these dimensions, and more.
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Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canberra, ACT 2600 (Online Only)
A client would attend the clinic to address their presenting concerns, without the fear of judgement, stigma or shame. A client might be feeling lost, hopeless or worthless and feeling the need to get some assistance with their mood and negative thoughts.
A client would attend the clinic to address their presenting concerns, without the fear of judgement, stigma or shame. A client might be feeling lost, hopeless or worthless and feeling the need to get some assistance with their mood and negative thoughts.
Danijela (Dani) Ivanovic-McGillicuddy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Canberra, ACT 2600 (Online Only)
If You have been looking for an overall Integrative mental health practitioner -You are at the right place. If You are in need of any sort of guidance, a listening ear, or compassion, while You are preparing for life changing steps, without overwhelming you- I can assist You and be next to You while You are taking steps to change your life the way You want to.If You are sick and tired of 'same old same old, let's shake things up once and for all!”Changing the way you eat or live starts with psychology"-You got this.I offer a one-off or multi sessions; Also a 3 Month Health Program with additional $140p/w as a discount for this site.
If You have been looking for an overall Integrative mental health practitioner -You are at the right place. If You are in need of any sort of guidance, a listening ear, or compassion, while You are preparing for life changing steps, without overwhelming you- I can assist You and be next to You while You are taking steps to change your life the way You want to.If You are sick and tired of 'same old same old, let's shake things up once and for all!”Changing the way you eat or live starts with psychology"-You got this.I offer a one-off or multi sessions; Also a 3 Month Health Program with additional $140p/w as a discount for this site.
Online Therapists
Vanessa Kredler
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Waverley, NSW 2024 (Online Only)
I take a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients who struggle with addictions, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, poor body image, stress, burn-out, relationships, work, finding purpose, grief and loss, and 12-step recovery.
We will work together on what is most important to you. Many clients are embarking on their recovery journey and are seeking relief from very acute addictive behaviours. Others are seeking longer-term psychotherapy to heal the wounds underlying those addictions. Others still, are seeking just a few sessions for specific challenges, such as a relationship break-up, bouts of anxiety or depression, or because they feel stuck in some way. And often, people don’t really know what they want and need yet, and that’s ok too. Whatever you bring, you are welcome here. Please have a look at my website for food addiction recovery group work.
I take a compassionate and curious approach to working with clients who struggle with addictions, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, poor body image, stress, burn-out, relationships, work, finding purpose, grief and loss, and 12-step recovery.
We will work together on what is most important to you. Many clients are embarking on their recovery journey and are seeking relief from very acute addictive behaviours. Others are seeking longer-term psychotherapy to heal the wounds underlying those addictions. Others still, are seeking just a few sessions for specific challenges, such as a relationship break-up, bouts of anxiety or depression, or because they feel stuck in some way. And often, people don’t really know what they want and need yet, and that’s ok too. Whatever you bring, you are welcome here. Please have a look at my website for food addiction recovery group work.
Kath Doosey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merewether, NSW 2291
Kath is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Psychotherapist who started Hunter Clinical Services to create a safe and accepting space to access counselling and therapy. Kath works with adults and adolescents and has extensive experience working with clients experiencing grief, palliative care and bereavement, depression, anxiety, adjustment to a life change, trauma and / or PTSD, relationship problems and divorce, chronic and / or neurological illness, eating disorders and body dysmorphia, and gender-related issues. Kath has a flexible and non-judgemental approach and will work with you through the challenges of life.
Kath is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Psychotherapist who started Hunter Clinical Services to create a safe and accepting space to access counselling and therapy. Kath works with adults and adolescents and has extensive experience working with clients experiencing grief, palliative care and bereavement, depression, anxiety, adjustment to a life change, trauma and / or PTSD, relationship problems and divorce, chronic and / or neurological illness, eating disorders and body dysmorphia, and gender-related issues. Kath has a flexible and non-judgemental approach and will work with you through the challenges of life.
Dr. Salena Bhanji
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
Salena is a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist who has a genuine interest in listening to and supporting her clients to heal from their mental health struggles and live more fully as a result. Her main focus is providing evidence-based therapies to those who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, weight management, body image issues, childhood trauma and low self esteem. Salena has undertaken extensive training over 18 years in the NHS, the Monte Nido treatment centres in California and the Butterfly Foundation in Sydney. Salena ensures that every session delivers insight and practical skills to use.
Salena is a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist who has a genuine interest in listening to and supporting her clients to heal from their mental health struggles and live more fully as a result. Her main focus is providing evidence-based therapies to those who are struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, weight management, body image issues, childhood trauma and low self esteem. Salena has undertaken extensive training over 18 years in the NHS, the Monte Nido treatment centres in California and the Butterfly Foundation in Sydney. Salena ensures that every session delivers insight and practical skills to use.
Natalie Single
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Orange, NSW 2800
CBT, CBT-Enhanced for Eating Disorders, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Ego State Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Attachment Focussed EMDR, Brainspotting and Emotion Coaching and the 123 Magic parenting programs.
Natalie is a Registered Psychologist / Clinical Psychology Registrar. I am a warm, down to earth psychologist who believes in care, listening, humour, and in being an authentic 'real' person. I enjoy working with adults and older teens who have difficulties in their life due to Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Childhood Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Mood Disorders and Perinatal and Postnatal Depression and Anxiety. I also enjoy working with first responders and veterans and their families as well as with parents of children with social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
CBT, CBT-Enhanced for Eating Disorders, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Ego State Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Attachment Focussed EMDR, Brainspotting and Emotion Coaching and the 123 Magic parenting programs.
Natalie is a Registered Psychologist / Clinical Psychology Registrar. I am a warm, down to earth psychologist who believes in care, listening, humour, and in being an authentic 'real' person. I enjoy working with adults and older teens who have difficulties in their life due to Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Childhood Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Mood Disorders and Perinatal and Postnatal Depression and Anxiety. I also enjoy working with first responders and veterans and their families as well as with parents of children with social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
Geetha Chetty
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williams Landing, VIC 3027
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
Darcy Richardson - Authentic Self Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Preston, VIC 3072
Waitlist for new clients
Darcy is experienced in working with identity struggles, impacts from trauma, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties and disordered eating/diagnosed eating disorders.
Darcy (She/Her) is a Registered Psychologist and works with adults. Darcy utilises a Health at Every Size lens (HAES), Neurodivergent-affirming framework, and prioritises working with our LGBTQIA+ community (as a proud member herself). Darcy is also skilled at working with disabled communities, including Autistic folk and ADHDers in the neurodivergent community, (self-identifying, exploring or diagnosed).
Darcy is experienced in working with identity struggles, impacts from trauma, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties and disordered eating/diagnosed eating disorders.
Darcy (She/Her) is a Registered Psychologist and works with adults. Darcy utilises a Health at Every Size lens (HAES), Neurodivergent-affirming framework, and prioritises working with our LGBTQIA+ community (as a proud member herself). Darcy is also skilled at working with disabled communities, including Autistic folk and ADHDers in the neurodivergent community, (self-identifying, exploring or diagnosed).
Janine Epere
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Brookfield, NSW 2420
My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
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Eating Disorders Counsellors
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviours, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behaviour affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counselling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioural disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behaviour, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognise they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behaviour has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.