Experiential Therapy Counselling in Ballarat Central, VIC

I am a registered clinical counsellor. I use Emotion-Focused Therapy as my main mode of practice. EFT is Person Centred/Humanistic and Process Experiential Therapy, based on the Attachment and Identity theory. It also means that in therapy I prioritize focusing on identifying, connecting, expressing, and processing emotions in the hope of achieving authenticity and a sense of well-being. You may have learned to avoid and suppress your emotions or they may have been overwhelming you. In therapy, my aim is to support you in befriending and welcoming your emotions so they become a resource as they are meant to be and not a hindrance.

I am a qualified and registered Psychotherapist and I will work with any presenting issue from your perspective. My non-judgmental, yet challenging approach, is sincere and honest. If you are grappling with issues such as relationship breakdowns, depressive moods, up/down addiction swings, body issues, grief/despair, compulsions or otherwise, these are coping mechanisms to ward off what feels unbearable. Emotional strain and exhaustion are signals that require your attention. Make time to support yourself. You will find me down to earth and easy to talk to in a confidential space. Wisdom and clarity can be your guideposts in future

Hi, I'm Samuel and I'm an Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.

I work with clients across the life span and from all walks of life. People come to me because they feel stuck, depressed, alienated, conflicted, lost, unfulfilled or curious. They yearn for a confidential, compassionate and inspiring therapeutic space where they can feel safe enough to encounter different aspects of themselves and their life circumstances with more depth, honesty, dignity and clarity. They hope to cultivate their self-understanding and to nurture their heart in order to find more ease and a deeper sense of belonging with themselves, their loved ones and the wider world; so as to live a life of joy and connection.

Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.

Therapy can benefit anyone from those who are "feeling stuck" or dissatisfied and don't know how to shift things, to people who are facing major challenges such as depression, anxiety, chronic illness, trauma or grief and loss. Therapy can be useful for people who want learn more about themselves, engage in personal development or personal growth, develop better communication or relationship skills, explore their creativity or blocks to creativity, explore their identity, their gender or sexuality or develop a better understanding of work and work place challenges. It can be a form of deep soul work or a way to work on a particular.

I provide adult individual and couple's counselling. I can help unpack and guide the resolution of issues that may be preventing you living life to its fullest. I have 20 years experience in helping people work through relationship issues, life's turning points, and problematic behaviours. In addition to my private practice counselling I have also worked for organisations including Banyule Community Health, Gambler's Help and Beyond Blue. My counselling is grounded in the Humanistic and Psychodynamic approaches. Please note, I will be on leave for 4 months from mid March 2024.

Previously a Registered Nurse, I left to follow my passion for working with horses and people. I offer Equine Assisted Therapy in the beautiful Grampians with my horses as co-facilitators. I work with neurodivergent children, teens and adults and associated mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. I believe in a personalized, innovative approach that cater to the diverse experiences of my clients, ensuring a comprehensive and effective counselling experience. I offer in-person Equine Assisted Psychotherapy & Nature based therapy or on-line and phone therapy. Plan & self-managed NDIS Participants welcome.

My counselling style is gentle and collaborative with the ability to create rapport quickly – I intend to create a safe, supportive and affirming place where the counselling work is empowering and enriching. I use a person-centred and trauma-informed cognitive behavioural approach in my work, which also includes elements of ACT, DBT, Schema and psychodynamic therapies. I see my work as a real honour to work with people, quite often at their most vulnerable, and I really value the time I spend with my clients as we explore and collaborate on our therapy experience together.

Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.

Are you experiencing difficulties within yourself or in your relationships? How do you get through life? Do you feel things need to change? I maintain clients' mental health by helping them better understand themselves and the situations they are in so they can find peace, balance and positivity.

Allison is a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with specialist training in Couple Therapy and Transpersonal Counselling. She offers a Holistic and Integrative approach to her work with both Couples and Individuals, drawing on many therapeutic models and theories such as Attachment theory; Mindfulness and Somatic processes; and how our fight or flight defence mechanisms effect our wellbeing.

Inner Wisdom Therapeutic Counselling is a licensed practice based in Melbourne - offering telehealth sessions on Mondays and Fridays. Natalie is a lived-experience practitioner, whose warm and empathic nature creates a safe space for clients to connect with some of their most difficult places - in doing so, finding an ability to process, heal, and make lasting, meaningful change. She approaches therapy with the belief that we all hold the capacity to make real change, and she is guided by evidence-based approaches designed to achieve long-term and lasting positive effects.

Jess offers individual counselling, couples counselling and supervision. Jess is welcoming and friendly. She recognises the importance of building a therapeutic relationship to which people can bring problems and issues without judgement. Jess understands that we all experience uncomfortable and unhelpful behaviours and feelings. With support and some gently challenging, these behaviours and feelings can start to shift.

Tim has over 10 years counselling & psychotherapy experience in treating clients with trauma, complex mental health and substance abuse presentations. He has worked across various settings including residential rehabilitation, hospitals, psychiatric, 'not for profit' and general counselling. Tim is trained in Schema Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Emotional Focused Therapy and Gottman Method Counselling (for couples), and practice CBT, emotional regulation and psychodynamic therapies. Tim is also a qualified Mental Health & AOD (Alcohol and Other Drug) Clinician

I am a Mental Health Social Worker, Counsellor and Psychotherapist working in private practice with adults. I have over 15 years of experience and training in mental health and qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, and Gestalt Psychotherapy. I offer a supportive, empathetic and non-judgemental space. I work collaboratively with you to find ways through what is troubling you and to help you better understand yourself. ​

I am Wess, a registered Counsellor (PACFA) and certified Life Coach (ICF) with over 15 years’ experience applying psychological practice across a variety of settings. I work with people of all ages including young people and families and people with diverse cultural backgrounds. My perspective is strongly grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to develop and make personal change. Practice a holistic approach that integrates elements of humanistic, client-centred therapy, emotion-focused therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy.