Counselling in Neerim, VIC

Dr Yamam has an extensive experience helping culturally and linguistically diverse clients with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationships issues, family conflict, CALD and migration issues, trauma and PTSD, immigrant mental health, newcomers challenges, women’s relationships issues like: dating, marriage, sex and intimacy, migrants career directions, gender identity for religious and/or Muslim clients. I work with individuals and youth above 14 yo.

I am a strength-based, person-centred counsellor who facilitates individuals’ wellbeing through a holistic approach by liaising with external stakeholders as needed. I am also experienced in responding to critical incidents that pose risk to any individual. I enjoy working with culturally diverse individuals from different ethnical backgrounds regardless of their age or sex. I am very enthusiastic about making valuable contributions to the community to enable individuals confident enough to live more potential and happier lives.

I am a PACFA registered Certified Practicing Counsellor. I have over 2+ years working in the Mental Health and Disability field as an NDIS Support Worker. I have been blessed to work with a diverse range of clients from all ages, genders and backgrounds. My experience has given me great insight into the uniqueness that encompasses each individual through different cultures, personalities, beliefs and more.

Are you doing reasonably well in your professional world, but your personal life is in shambles? Have you done everything you thought you should do to bring you happiness, yet somehow feel something is amiss? Are you surrounded by people regularly, yet feel lonelier than ever? Or do you go from relationship to relationship, yet can never feel safe enough to deepen with the one? Have you gone down the self-help track, yet somehow feel disconnected from life? Do you feel hesitant to see a therapist, because you feel like you shouldn't have problems? Sound familiar? You're not alone. I've been there too and would love to support you.

If you're facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, procrastination, or feeling stuck and longing for empowerment, I'm here to help. Together, we'll address the thoughts holding you back and guide you toward becoming your best self. Let's start a journey of personal growth and empowerment to unlock your full potential.

I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Therapist and Registered Counsellor. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, such as depression and other mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychotic illnesses, stressful life/work/relationship/family situations, drugs and alcohol, personality disorders, eating disorders, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm.

I have a strong interest in cultivating culturally responsive and accessible practices in my work and in the wider mental health industry. I focus on cultivating strong therapeutic relationships with clients from different age groups, cultural and neurodivergent backgrounds through using collaborative intersectional frameworks and maintaining authenticity, empathy, and curiosity in the counselling space with a focus on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and more, using multiple modalities as and when needed by my clients. If this holistic approach aligns with you, please reach out and we can address any hesitations or questions you may have.

I am compassionate about guiding my clients to explore their difficulties and strengthen their emotional wellbeing. I provide specific counselling in the areas of anxiety, stress, depression, and relationships; as well as behavioural and other cognitive issues, offering a wide range of counselling support to meet the needs of clients and an organisation’s employees.