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Growing Small Counselling

Counsellor, ACA-L2 (they, them)

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Melbourne, VIC 3004
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Melbourne, VIC 3004
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Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go. Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
My approach integrates somatic-based and internal family system practices, CBT tools, psychodynamic reflection, and expressive therapies. Whether you're navigating life experiences, trauma, grief, neurodivergence, I hold space for your story with care, curiosity, and compassion.
At Growing Small Counselling, you’re invited to come as you are. Here, growth is tender, relational, and grounded in the wisdom of those who came before us. Together, we explore, not perform, what it means to feel whole.
Call or Growing Small Counselling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 7302 2184

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Melbourne, VIC 3004

(03) 7302 2184

Pascoe Vale, VIC 3044

Website
Currently offering online sessions. Monday (10am-3pm), Tuesday and Thursday (after hours 5pm-8pm). Saturday by request.
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (03) 7302 2184
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Melbourne, VIC 3004

(03) 7302 2184

Pascoe Vale, VIC 3044

Website
Currently offering online sessions. Monday (10am-3pm), Tuesday and Thursday (after hours 5pm-8pm). Saturday by request.
$160 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $190
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
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Please reach out with any questions, I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184
"
Please reach out with any questions, I'm happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184

Qualifications

    Counsellor: Makakhiwe N Masuku

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Makakhiwe N Masuku
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Graduate Diploma of Counselling , Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from La trobe Univesity Single Session Thinking / 2025
  • Degree/Diploma from Griffith University in Psychological Sciences and Criminology and Criminal Justice / 2016
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Trained in several Parenting Programs - tuning into teens, PARKAS and Single Session thinking. I also have a passion for engaging in ongoing professional development in modalities such as Attachment Therapy, Narrative, Somatic and IFS.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184
"
Trained in several Parenting Programs - tuning into teens, PARKAS and Single Session thinking. I also have a passion for engaging in ongoing professional development in modalities such as Attachment Therapy, Narrative, Somatic and IFS.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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In your first session at Growing Small Counselling, you can expect a welcoming, non-judgmental space where we'll explore your current concerns and goals for therapy. I take a client-centred, trauma-informed approach, which means I'll meet you where you are, honouring your pace and needs.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184
"
In your first session at Growing Small Counselling, you can expect a welcoming, non-judgmental space where we'll explore your current concerns and goals for therapy. I take a client-centred, trauma-informed approach, which means I'll meet you where you are, honouring your pace and needs.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184

Endorsement

Eleanor Roche
Eleanor Roche
CounsellorMCPACFA
Makakhiwe provides a safe open space to support clients in trauma recovery, navigating identity and culture, incorporating trauma informed care to create a stable environment for growth and authentic expression.

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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At Growing Small Counselling, my work is grounded in trauma-informed, relational care that honours body, culture, and story. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to support each person's unique path of healing and growth. Often favoring Somatic, IFS and CBT and Creative expressive Arts
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184
"
At Growing Small Counselling, my work is grounded in trauma-informed, relational care that honours body, culture, and story. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to support each person's unique path of healing and growth. Often favoring Somatic, IFS and CBT and Creative expressive Arts
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 7302 2184

Location

Primary Location

Melbourne, VIC 3004

(03) 7302 2184

Additional Location

Pascoe Vale, VIC 3044

(03) 7302 2184
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Currently offering online sessions. Monday (10am-3pm), Tuesday and Thursday (after hours 5pm-8pm). Saturday by request.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7302 2184
"
Currently offering online sessions. Monday (10am-3pm), Tuesday and Thursday (after hours 5pm-8pm). Saturday by request.
Photo of Makakhiwe N Masuku - Growing Small Counselling, Counsellor, ACA-L2
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7302 2184