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Available both in-person and online
Greensborough, VIC 3088
Janice recognises the profound suffering experienced during times of grief, loss, despair and uncertainty. Understanding that the human experience is different for all individuals allows me to tailor my support specifically for you.
As an experienced grief counsellor with a background in social work, my knowledge and lived experience enables me to listen without judgement whilst offering you safety and compassion.
Please contact me to discuss how I can best support you.
Call or My Community Counsellor now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 8771 4161

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Greensborough, VIC 3088

(03) 8771 4161
Website
I offer both virtual and f2f sessions. I am available during the week and by appointment on the weekends.
I focus on Grief, Depression and Chronic Illness 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (03) 8771 4161
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Greensborough, VIC 3088

(03) 8771 4161
Website
I offer both virtual and f2f sessions. I am available during the week and by appointment on the weekends.
I focus on Grief, Depression and Chronic Illness 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer

Insurance

  • Focus Insurance
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

    Counsellor: JANICE BUTERA

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association JANICE BUTERA
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 23 years
  • BA Psychology , Graduated 1998
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from La Trobe in Social Work (MSW) Masters in Social Work / 2019
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My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
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Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (03) 8771 4161

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Grief
  • Depression
  • Chronic Illness

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
"
As a Certified Bereavement Practitioner who has previously worked in the grief and loss field for over a decade, I have the personal and professional skills to help support you navigate your loss with compassion and empathy. Grief is a multifaceted experience, no two people will grieve the same way, thus my approach is to ensure that you feel validated and safe during your time of suffering.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 4161
"
As a Certified Bereavement Practitioner who has previously worked in the grief and loss field for over a decade, I have the personal and professional skills to help support you navigate your loss with compassion and empathy. Grief is a multifaceted experience, no two people will grieve the same way, thus my approach is to ensure that you feel validated and safe during your time of suffering.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 4161

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Maltese

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Maltese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Logotherapy
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I am also a trained Logotherapist with a keen interest in helping clients make sense of their situation via a meaning-making model - This model allows clients to find purpose in life by examining the role of suffering and how it can be transformed to liberate by healing through meaning.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 4161
"
I am also a trained Logotherapist with a keen interest in helping clients make sense of their situation via a meaning-making model - This model allows clients to find purpose in life by examining the role of suffering and how it can be transformed to liberate by healing through meaning.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 4161

Location

Primary Location

Greensborough, VIC 3088

(03) 8771 4161
"
I offer both virtual and f2f sessions. I am available during the week and by appointment on the weekends.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8771 4161
"
I offer both virtual and f2f sessions. I am available during the week and by appointment on the weekends.
Photo of JANICE BUTERA - My Community Counsellor, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 8771 4161