Counselling in Mernda, VIC
Zain Timimi
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PACFA
Verified Verified
Mernda, VIC 3754
This is Zain, BNurs , BParamedicS, MCouns&Psy. I’m a registered counsellor with PACFA, who works with both adults and adolescents. I employ a person-cantered approach to therapy whilst also implementing other therapeutic intervention techniques. During therapy I aim to understand each individual and the personal circumstances that surround their life. My main focus is to provide a safe space that allows clients to feel comfortable when expressing themselves, ultimately allowing me to understand their perspective and encouraging positive change in their life. Common therapy techniques I use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
This is Zain, BNurs , BParamedicS, MCouns&Psy. I’m a registered counsellor with PACFA, who works with both adults and adolescents. I employ a person-cantered approach to therapy whilst also implementing other therapeutic intervention techniques. During therapy I aim to understand each individual and the personal circumstances that surround their life. My main focus is to provide a safe space that allows clients to feel comfortable when expressing themselves, ultimately allowing me to understand their perspective and encouraging positive change in their life. Common therapy techniques I use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Touraj Afshar
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Eltham, VIC 3095
Touraj is bilingual (English & Farsi) and the founder of Yarra Holistic Healing Centre in Melbourne. For over two decades, Touraj has been providing psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, EFT, Family and Couples and Marriage consultations at his centre. Touraj can provide the support you need to eliminate unwanted behaviour and unhealthy feelings in order to achieve your goals. He will offer a 30-minute complimentary consultation so you can decide if he is the right therapist for you. He has presented workshops on a variety of topics including ‘How to Improve Relationships' and ‘Understanding and managing psychological trauma’.
Touraj is bilingual (English & Farsi) and the founder of Yarra Holistic Healing Centre in Melbourne. For over two decades, Touraj has been providing psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, EFT, Family and Couples and Marriage consultations at his centre. Touraj can provide the support you need to eliminate unwanted behaviour and unhealthy feelings in order to achieve your goals. He will offer a 30-minute complimentary consultation so you can decide if he is the right therapist for you. He has presented workshops on a variety of topics including ‘How to Improve Relationships' and ‘Understanding and managing psychological trauma’.
Safaa Hakim
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Heidelberg, VIC 3084
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.
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.
Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kalkallo, VIC 3064 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have experience in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and general counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have experience in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and general counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Good Chemistry - Meg
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Reservoir, VIC 3073 (Online Only)
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship and or explore sexual functioning concerns such as: erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance their intimacy, or perhaps explore their sexuality/sexual identity in a safe space.
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship and or explore sexual functioning concerns such as: erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance their intimacy, or perhaps explore their sexuality/sexual identity in a safe space.
Soorah Albatat - Arabic Speaking Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Roxburgh Park, VIC 3064
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Meet Ur Therapy | Bilingual Psychological Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Clayton, VIC 3168
I have accumulated with excessive clinical experience and training to work with individuals with rich and diverse cultural experiences and ethnical backgrounds to cope with a wide range of mental health issues and couples facing relationship and marital issues.
I am a licensed Counselling Psychologist from Taiwan and based in Australia, Prior to settling in Australia, I had been working as a therapist in the United States and Taiwan for 10 years after earning my master’s degree.
I have accumulated with excessive clinical experience and training to work with individuals with rich and diverse cultural experiences and ethnical backgrounds to cope with a wide range of mental health issues and couples facing relationship and marital issues.
I am a licensed Counselling Psychologist from Taiwan and based in Australia, Prior to settling in Australia, I had been working as a therapist in the United States and Taiwan for 10 years after earning my master’s degree.
Alyona Cerfontyne
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Mornington, VIC 3931
Marital/relationship issues (marriage/couples counselling) 2.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
Marital/relationship issues (marriage/couples counselling) 2.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
Dr Yamam Abuzinadah
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Kew, VIC 3101 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Bohemian Healing Art Counselling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Deer Park, VIC 3023
A holistic health professional Qualified and trained as a Counsellor. Specialises in Couples, Marriage, Relationships, Dynamics and Polycule, Sexuality, Grief including Pet Loss, and Addictions from alcohol to gambling. Qualified in Traditional and Alternative Nationally Recognized Counselling Modalities. Will Listen and Support you along the Therapeutic Path using a Blend of Sessions and Coaching Homework.
A holistic health professional Qualified and trained as a Counsellor. Specialises in Couples, Marriage, Relationships, Dynamics and Polycule, Sexuality, Grief including Pet Loss, and Addictions from alcohol to gambling. Qualified in Traditional and Alternative Nationally Recognized Counselling Modalities. Will Listen and Support you along the Therapeutic Path using a Blend of Sessions and Coaching Homework.
Sex And Relationship Therapist- Devika Dey
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Elsternwick, VIC 3185
Human beings are awesome! However despite that we experience pain, hardship, suffering, grief and anxiety which can be tough. When we’re going through the tough stuff, it is helpful to have a companion that offers us a space for understanding and attending. In this space of understanding and attending something profound can happen, we get a sense of our humanity reflected to us, in a way that is warm, inviting and supports changes. These changes amplify our strength, creativity, and resilience. When we're hurting connecting to our hope for change is so powerful and healing. This is what I wish for you in your journey.
Human beings are awesome! However despite that we experience pain, hardship, suffering, grief and anxiety which can be tough. When we’re going through the tough stuff, it is helpful to have a companion that offers us a space for understanding and attending. In this space of understanding and attending something profound can happen, we get a sense of our humanity reflected to us, in a way that is warm, inviting and supports changes. These changes amplify our strength, creativity, and resilience. When we're hurting connecting to our hope for change is so powerful and healing. This is what I wish for you in your journey.
Dee Tozer
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Brighton East, VIC 3187
I work exclusively with Couples In Crisis due to infidelity. I connect best with successful, business or career driven high achievers, who have a lot at stake. Repair is urgent because the heartbreak of an infidelity affects every aspect of life. Family, health, financial stability all suffer under the pain of betrayal heartbreak. Guiding couples to stabilize and recover from the shocking pain then to rebuild a thriving relationshsip is my number one skill. If you are a Couple in Crisis, on the brink of break up, or you may be separated, then it's highly likely I can help you. My methods provide fast repair after an affair.
I work exclusively with Couples In Crisis due to infidelity. I connect best with successful, business or career driven high achievers, who have a lot at stake. Repair is urgent because the heartbreak of an infidelity affects every aspect of life. Family, health, financial stability all suffer under the pain of betrayal heartbreak. Guiding couples to stabilize and recover from the shocking pain then to rebuild a thriving relationshsip is my number one skill. If you are a Couple in Crisis, on the brink of break up, or you may be separated, then it's highly likely I can help you. My methods provide fast repair after an affair.
Shagun Chawla - Mindview Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I have extensive experience providing holistic, client-centred care for clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, sex therapy, relationship therapy, cultural difficulties, work-based difficulties, stress and more.
I have extensive experience providing holistic, client-centred care for clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, sex therapy, relationship therapy, cultural difficulties, work-based difficulties, stress and more.
Malena Gutierrez
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Malena is a registered Psychotherapist with a Degree in Psychology (Mexico). She has been working with the Spanish speaking community for more that a decade in Australia, and has more than 20 years in Private Practice. She works with adults and with couples, and offers Sex therapy. Some of the issues she works with are emotional pain, depression, anxiety, stress and anger management, infidelity, separation, difference in sex drive. She provides a safe and understanding environment where her clients can express their emotions, feel understood and find their strength to overcome even the most adverse of the circumstances.
Malena is a registered Psychotherapist with a Degree in Psychology (Mexico). She has been working with the Spanish speaking community for more that a decade in Australia, and has more than 20 years in Private Practice. She works with adults and with couples, and offers Sex therapy. Some of the issues she works with are emotional pain, depression, anxiety, stress and anger management, infidelity, separation, difference in sex drive. She provides a safe and understanding environment where her clients can express their emotions, feel understood and find their strength to overcome even the most adverse of the circumstances.
Rasha Jones
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I'm a youth and adult complex trauma informed counsellor. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the issues impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give clients the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
I'm a youth and adult complex trauma informed counsellor. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the issues impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give clients the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
Brooke Scerri
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3004 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients - Australia wide. Connection, collaboration, empathy and open-mindedness are values that lay the foundation for my work. I am passionate about cultivating a safe, non-judgemental and supportive space for my clients to freely express, explore, and process their experiences. All of my sessions are tailored to meet the uniqueness of my client. I draw upon several modalities including - EMDR, internal family systems, inner-child work and re-parenting tools, imagery rescripting, somatic psychotherapy, ACT and mindfulness.
I am currently accepting new clients - Australia wide. Connection, collaboration, empathy and open-mindedness are values that lay the foundation for my work. I am passionate about cultivating a safe, non-judgemental and supportive space for my clients to freely express, explore, and process their experiences. All of my sessions are tailored to meet the uniqueness of my client. I draw upon several modalities including - EMDR, internal family systems, inner-child work and re-parenting tools, imagery rescripting, somatic psychotherapy, ACT and mindfulness.
Ruairi Gallagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the community sector. Having worked in both urban and regional locations in Australia, and in community-based roles in the UK and Canada, I pride myself on being able to connect with people from all walks of life. I've worked with people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and abilities. Whilst working on Vancouver Island, I ran addictions support groups made up of an assortment of individuals. Homeless folks would be facing similar issues to investment banker-types. This led to me becoming more interested in the universality of trauma and PTSD.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the community sector. Having worked in both urban and regional locations in Australia, and in community-based roles in the UK and Canada, I pride myself on being able to connect with people from all walks of life. I've worked with people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and abilities. Whilst working on Vancouver Island, I ran addictions support groups made up of an assortment of individuals. Homeless folks would be facing similar issues to investment banker-types. This led to me becoming more interested in the universality of trauma and PTSD.
Lilian Rodan
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Prahran, VIC 3181
Lilian Rodan is a highly experienced counsellor who is extremely passionate about counselling and personal growth. She deeply understands the benefits which can be gained from the counselling experience and supports clients of all ages across a wide range of issues, including fertility issues, donor conception and multi-generational trauma. Her philosophy is that everyone is unique and therefore requires individualised strategies in the counselling space. She practices a person-centred approach using various modalities which are tailored to you and your reasons for seeking counselling.
Lilian Rodan is a highly experienced counsellor who is extremely passionate about counselling and personal growth. She deeply understands the benefits which can be gained from the counselling experience and supports clients of all ages across a wide range of issues, including fertility issues, donor conception and multi-generational trauma. Her philosophy is that everyone is unique and therefore requires individualised strategies in the counselling space. She practices a person-centred approach using various modalities which are tailored to you and your reasons for seeking counselling.
Monique Toohey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Essendon North, VIC 3041
I have 28 yrs counselling experience. I specialise in working with adults & couples supporting mental health and wellbeing, trauma & relationship issues. I specialise working along side clients with intersectionality identities. I am strategy and strength focussed and work across various therapeutic modalities to suit my client's needs.
I have 28 yrs counselling experience. I specialise in working with adults & couples supporting mental health and wellbeing, trauma & relationship issues. I specialise working along side clients with intersectionality identities. I am strategy and strength focussed and work across various therapeutic modalities to suit my client's needs.
Shaun McMahon
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moonee Ponds, VIC 3039
Shaun is a warm, caring and calm psychotherapist who works with both individuals and couples. He is passionate about helping his clients to overcome their challenges and to live more fulfilling lives, while offering a compassionate and comforting presence. Shaun works with clients from all walks of life struggling with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. He has a special interest in working with clients who have experienced trauma, including childhood trauma, relationship trauma and sexual trauma, as well as individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Shaun is a warm, caring and calm psychotherapist who works with both individuals and couples. He is passionate about helping his clients to overcome their challenges and to live more fulfilling lives, while offering a compassionate and comforting presence. Shaun works with clients from all walks of life struggling with a range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. He has a special interest in working with clients who have experienced trauma, including childhood trauma, relationship trauma and sexual trauma, as well as individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.