Brunswick
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max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
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max p castle

Counsellor, ACA-L1

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
503 Sydney Road, Brunswick, VIC 3056
Available both in-person and online
503 Sydney Road Brunswick, VIC 3056
My website
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One of the miraculous things about being queer or trans is that our experiences do not fit in any box. Yet at times, we find ourselves isolated and uncertain, navigating our lives without a blueprint. Whether you are courageously working to heal troubled relationships with eating and food (including intersections with gender dysphoria or neurodivergence), navigating IVF, pregnancy or miscarriage as a queer person, working out non-normative relationship structures and transitions, or seeking to connect wiith what helps you to stay alive in this world, counselling with me is a safe and trusting space to reflect, heal and grow.
My practice is grounded in a belief that healing is relational and change is possible. I am deeply curious about what pain tells us about our values and our experiences of harm and injustice. I can support you to make meaning of your experiences, integrate the lessons and let go of what is no longer serving you.
If you're looking for a counsellor who is warm, non-judgemental and values curiosity and complexity, please don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to working together to explore what's present in your life.
max p castle now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056 map

Sydney Road

Coburg, VIC 3058 map
My website
I offer in-person therapy in Brunswick and Coburg and online via telehealth. I have availability afterhours, certain weekdays and Saturdays.
I focus on LGBTQ+, Family Violence and Eating Disorders 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Connect with max p castle
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056 map

Sydney Road

Coburg, VIC 3058 map
My website
I offer in-person therapy in Brunswick and Coburg and online via telehealth. I have availability afterhours, certain weekdays and Saturdays.
I focus on LGBTQ+, Family Violence and Eating Disorders 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
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I recognise counselling is a big investment! If you are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out and we can discuss options to keep therapy affordable. Unfortunately, Medicare rebates are not available for counselling.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I recognise counselling is a big investment! If you are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out and we can discuss options to keep therapy affordable. Unfortunately, Medicare rebates are not available for counselling.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association max p castle
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I've been doing community-based work for 10 years, including alongside those impacted by incarceration and other forms of systemic violence. I am also an experienced family violence worker, working with both people experiencing violence and people causing harm.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I've been doing community-based work for 10 years, including alongside those impacted by incarceration and other forms of systemic violence. I am also an experienced family violence worker, working with both people experiencing violence and people causing harm.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • LGBTQ+
  • Family Violence
  • Eating Disorders

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Infertility
  • Life Transitions
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
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I am passionate about working within queer and trans community. I am especially interested in providing support around disordered eating, neurodivergence, non-normative relationships, pregnancy and loss. Where appropriate and supportive, I can bring lived experience perspectives to these conversations. I will work collaboratively with you to determine the most effective plan for our work together.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am passionate about working within queer and trans community. I am especially interested in providing support around disordered eating, neurodivergence, non-normative relationships, pregnancy and loss. Where appropriate and supportive, I can bring lived experience perspectives to these conversations. I will work collaboratively with you to determine the most effective plan for our work together.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Anti-carceral
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Feminist
  • Integrative
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach as a counsellor is warm, relational and non-pathologising. I am influenced by narrative and somatic approaches to therapy, harm minimisation, and trauma-informed practice. I have a strong family violence lens, and always work to centre safety, agency and dignity. I often complement evidence-based frameworks with lived experience insights if that is helpful for you.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
My approach as a counsellor is warm, relational and non-pathologising. I am influenced by narrative and somatic approaches to therapy, harm minimisation, and trauma-informed practice. I have a strong family violence lens, and always work to centre safety, agency and dignity. I often complement evidence-based frameworks with lived experience insights if that is helpful for you.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

503 Sydney Road

Brunswick, VIC 3056

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Additional Location

Sydney Road

Coburg, VIC 3058

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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I offer in-person therapy in Brunswick and Coburg and online via telehealth. I have availability afterhours, certain weekdays and Saturdays.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1
"
I offer in-person therapy in Brunswick and Coburg and online via telehealth. I have availability afterhours, certain weekdays and Saturdays.
Photo of max p castle, Counsellor, ACA-L1
max p castle
Counsellor, ACA-L1