Female Counselling in Birchgrove, NSW
Consider me your "Connection Coach". Relationships and sexuality are essential to well-being in love and life. However, this area can be confusing and challenging to navigate alone, making professional guidance invaluable. Finding the right help can be tough, as even well-meaning professionals may lack the knowledge and skills needed to address these issues effectively. That's why I've dedicated myself to studying and training at the highest levels to support you in gaining clarity around your sexuality and relationships, both individually and as a couple. I'm here to help you understand and improve these vital aspects of your life.
Consider me your "Connection Coach". Relationships and sexuality are essential to well-being in love and life. However, this area can be confusing and challenging to navigate alone, making professional guidance invaluable. Finding the right help can be tough, as even well-meaning professionals may lack the knowledge and skills needed to address these issues effectively. That's why I've dedicated myself to studying and training at the highest levels to support you in gaining clarity around your sexuality and relationships, both individually and as a couple. I'm here to help you understand and improve these vital aspects of your life.
I welcome a diverse spectrum of individuals to my practice. Some areas of focus of mine are issues relating to gender, sexuality, postnatal depression, performance anxiety, and couples therapy with a focus on atypical family and relationship structures. I am a sex positive, body positive, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor for 18+ folk who are looking for warm, non-judgemental support.
I welcome a diverse spectrum of individuals to my practice. Some areas of focus of mine are issues relating to gender, sexuality, postnatal depression, performance anxiety, and couples therapy with a focus on atypical family and relationship structures. I am a sex positive, body positive, gender-affirming, neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor for 18+ folk who are looking for warm, non-judgemental support.
Society has viewed addiction as a weakness that you are powerless over or a defect of character only impacting those from lower socioeconomic status. The reality is that addiction doesn't discriminate! The TARA Clinic helps busy and successful people to regain control over substance use and addiction while leaving the guilt and shame behind, because we believe that everyone deserves to find the freedom they truly crave.
Society has viewed addiction as a weakness that you are powerless over or a defect of character only impacting those from lower socioeconomic status. The reality is that addiction doesn't discriminate! The TARA Clinic helps busy and successful people to regain control over substance use and addiction while leaving the guilt and shame behind, because we believe that everyone deserves to find the freedom they truly crave.
Alexandra Guhde
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Birchgrove, NSW 2041 (Online Only)
Going to therapy takes guts. Often, it takes a person, or a couple, years to move from contemplating therapy to booking a first appointment. It’s not an easy process. But, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication with mine. The process of healing and recovery is also one of becoming and realising. Therapy is self-development at its most satisfying. Yes, it takes courage, effort, and, often, a leap of faith. But, if you are ready to give yourself the gift of therapy, I am here to take that leap with you.
Going to therapy takes guts. Often, it takes a person, or a couple, years to move from contemplating therapy to booking a first appointment. It’s not an easy process. But, what you get out of therapy is directly related to what you put into it. And I will match your dedication with mine. The process of healing and recovery is also one of becoming and realising. Therapy is self-development at its most satisfying. Yes, it takes courage, effort, and, often, a leap of faith. But, if you are ready to give yourself the gift of therapy, I am here to take that leap with you.
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I work with women who have ADHD and/ Autism. Women can be harder to diagnose due to camouflaging and internalised presentations. I provide a comprehensive diagnostic assessment service world-wide. Therapy/ individual psychology consultation is also available.
I work with women who have ADHD and/ Autism. Women can be harder to diagnose due to camouflaging and internalised presentations. I provide a comprehensive diagnostic assessment service world-wide. Therapy/ individual psychology consultation is also available.
Warm greetings. It can be a really big step to seek help and find a counsellor. Thank you for stopping by, and a warm welcome to your journey with counselling. I work with people who experience mental health difficulties, interpersonal challenges, trauma, unhappiness, feeling stuck, and stress caused by challenging life events. I'm here to offer you a safe space to be seen, heard and understood without judgement. Together we will make sense of your experiences and collectively work towards the change you desire. I was trained in the UK, and have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds across the globe.
Warm greetings. It can be a really big step to seek help and find a counsellor. Thank you for stopping by, and a warm welcome to your journey with counselling. I work with people who experience mental health difficulties, interpersonal challenges, trauma, unhappiness, feeling stuck, and stress caused by challenging life events. I'm here to offer you a safe space to be seen, heard and understood without judgement. Together we will make sense of your experiences and collectively work towards the change you desire. I was trained in the UK, and have had the privilege of working with individuals from diverse backgrounds across the globe.
Hi, I'm Kia! I proudly wear many hats - I'm an AuDHDer, a parent, and a Provisional Psychologist. I can honestly say I'm absolutely loving what I do! My focus is supporting late-identified adults, parents navigating the intricacies of family life with neurodivergent children, partners navigating neurodiversity in relationships, and anyone on their unique neurodivergent journey. I can't express how excited I am to work with you, to be part of your journey, and to help you discover the strength and beauty in your own neurodiversity.
Hi, I'm Kia! I proudly wear many hats - I'm an AuDHDer, a parent, and a Provisional Psychologist. I can honestly say I'm absolutely loving what I do! My focus is supporting late-identified adults, parents navigating the intricacies of family life with neurodivergent children, partners navigating neurodiversity in relationships, and anyone on their unique neurodivergent journey. I can't express how excited I am to work with you, to be part of your journey, and to help you discover the strength and beauty in your own neurodiversity.
Morag Paterson
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you having problems coping with the challenges of life? Do you have difficulties with the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or relationships? Are you someone who wants life to be better but still find yourself stuck? Maybe you are feeling alone, disconnected and lost as to how to change your unhelpful thoughts, behaviours and relationship patterns. Hi! I’m Morag and I am a warm, empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist who can help you with this. I have been a Psychologist for 19 years. I value the importance of the therapy relationship and teach strategies to facilitate change.
Are you having problems coping with the challenges of life? Do you have difficulties with the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or relationships? Are you someone who wants life to be better but still find yourself stuck? Maybe you are feeling alone, disconnected and lost as to how to change your unhelpful thoughts, behaviours and relationship patterns. Hi! I’m Morag and I am a warm, empathic and passionate Counselling Psychologist who can help you with this. I have been a Psychologist for 19 years. I value the importance of the therapy relationship and teach strategies to facilitate change.
I primarily work with neurodivergent children, adolescents and their families to support them to understand their unique strengths and differences, to understand the challenges they are facing and to work collaboratively together to build skills, an understanding of themselves and to achieve their goals. I also support neurodivergent adults and families to understand themselves and their parenting. I believe in building strong rapport with my clients through my open, relaxed, down-to-earth and playful approach and ensuring that above all, my clients feel safe.
I primarily work with neurodivergent children, adolescents and their families to support them to understand their unique strengths and differences, to understand the challenges they are facing and to work collaboratively together to build skills, an understanding of themselves and to achieve their goals. I also support neurodivergent adults and families to understand themselves and their parenting. I believe in building strong rapport with my clients through my open, relaxed, down-to-earth and playful approach and ensuring that above all, my clients feel safe.
Aimee is a clinical psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Aimee takes a person-centred approach to her practice, working collaboratively with her clients to harness their strengths/knowledge and achieve their goals. She draws from various therapeutic styles to meet the unique needs and circumstances of her clients, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-based therapies, dialectal behaviour therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy.
Aimee is a clinical psychologist at the Australian Institute for Human Wellness. Aimee takes a person-centred approach to her practice, working collaboratively with her clients to harness their strengths/knowledge and achieve their goals. She draws from various therapeutic styles to meet the unique needs and circumstances of her clients, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapies, trauma-based therapies, dialectal behaviour therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy.
Hello! I'm a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist and love working with people who seek to discover more about themselves. I'm lucky to be part of a moment of realisation, of clarity and understanding - when everything finally makes sense! I provide ADHD and Autism assessments for Adults via Telehealth, and I also provide Therapy for Adolescents (16+) and Adults experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Stress, ADHD support and sensory and learning differences. After hour appointments are available after hours, and I have appointments available in the next 1-2 weeks. My work is personal, relational and collaborative.
Hello! I'm a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist and love working with people who seek to discover more about themselves. I'm lucky to be part of a moment of realisation, of clarity and understanding - when everything finally makes sense! I provide ADHD and Autism assessments for Adults via Telehealth, and I also provide Therapy for Adolescents (16+) and Adults experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Stress, ADHD support and sensory and learning differences. After hour appointments are available after hours, and I have appointments available in the next 1-2 weeks. My work is personal, relational and collaborative.
Jennifer Perkins Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist with over with 20 year’s experience supporting people who have complex and diverse needs, in particular as a result of trauma. I offer a unique person-centered practice based on the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have worked in depth with complex mental health issues including developmental and attachment-related trauma, complex trauma, and dual diagnosis. I understand the unique trauma and mental health needs that people with disability experience, being neuroaffirming and strengths based.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist with over with 20 year’s experience supporting people who have complex and diverse needs, in particular as a result of trauma. I offer a unique person-centered practice based on the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have worked in depth with complex mental health issues including developmental and attachment-related trauma, complex trauma, and dual diagnosis. I understand the unique trauma and mental health needs that people with disability experience, being neuroaffirming and strengths based.
Hi, I'm Mia - your Counselor to call when: you are tired of feeling stressed, unhappy or stuck. You, your time & resources are important, therefore, giving you the best powerful tools to get the results you want as quickly as possible is at the heart of this practice. You are invited to make a confidential appointment here at your convenience.
Hi, I'm Mia - your Counselor to call when: you are tired of feeling stressed, unhappy or stuck. You, your time & resources are important, therefore, giving you the best powerful tools to get the results you want as quickly as possible is at the heart of this practice. You are invited to make a confidential appointment here at your convenience.
Hi, I'm Nicky Linton and If you are struggling with Anxiety and would like therapy using proven methods in a safe space, I have the space for you. I'm a Masters qualified Counsellor working with Individuals and Couples. I specialise in Anxiety (of all kinds), having both lived experience as well as more specialised training in Anxiety (Certified Anxiety Treatment Professional). Feel free to check out my website nicolalinton.com
Hi, I'm Nicky Linton and If you are struggling with Anxiety and would like therapy using proven methods in a safe space, I have the space for you. I'm a Masters qualified Counsellor working with Individuals and Couples. I specialise in Anxiety (of all kinds), having both lived experience as well as more specialised training in Anxiety (Certified Anxiety Treatment Professional). Feel free to check out my website nicolalinton.com
Emma is a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years experience in supporting the mental health of children adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in assessing neurodiversity and in supporting clients to discover and better understand their unique brain styles. Emma is trained in numerous evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, EMDR, DBT, schema therapy, SFBT and Art & Play therapies. Emma's experience is varied and she provides support in relation to anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, phobia's and burnout related to ADHD and Autistic brain styles.
Emma is a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years experience in supporting the mental health of children adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in assessing neurodiversity and in supporting clients to discover and better understand their unique brain styles. Emma is trained in numerous evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, EMDR, DBT, schema therapy, SFBT and Art & Play therapies. Emma's experience is varied and she provides support in relation to anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, phobia's and burnout related to ADHD and Autistic brain styles.
I use a collaborative approach to treat a range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety-related disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep disorders, trauma-related disorders, and many more. I am also here to support you through life’s challenges such grief and loss, relationship and marital problems, parenting challenges and living with the impact of chronic health conditions. With expertise in childhood trauma, I bring a strong attachment focus to therapy. I am committed to helping you better understand yourself and how you relate to others, to uncover the patterns that get in the way of your well-being.
I use a collaborative approach to treat a range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety-related disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, sleep disorders, trauma-related disorders, and many more. I am also here to support you through life’s challenges such grief and loss, relationship and marital problems, parenting challenges and living with the impact of chronic health conditions. With expertise in childhood trauma, I bring a strong attachment focus to therapy. I am committed to helping you better understand yourself and how you relate to others, to uncover the patterns that get in the way of your well-being.
I am a registered psychologist working with young people (14+) and adults who experience mood and/or emotion dysregulation; struggle with addictive or compulsive behaviours, including substance use, suicidal thoughts and self-harm; eating disorders; and people who have experienced trauma, including painful early life experiences. I have experience working with individuals, groups and families across education, health and community settings. I aim to create a warm and validating space in which you can safely explore your challenges and work towards a greater sense of self-agency, and compassionate understanding of yourself.
I am a registered psychologist working with young people (14+) and adults who experience mood and/or emotion dysregulation; struggle with addictive or compulsive behaviours, including substance use, suicidal thoughts and self-harm; eating disorders; and people who have experienced trauma, including painful early life experiences. I have experience working with individuals, groups and families across education, health and community settings. I aim to create a warm and validating space in which you can safely explore your challenges and work towards a greater sense of self-agency, and compassionate understanding of yourself.
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and keep bringing the good stuff to your people. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and keep bringing the good stuff to your people. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
As your psychologist, I work collaboratively with you to help you pursue a more fulfilling life. That means understanding your needs and therapy preferences and involving you in all decisions about your personalised treatment plan. My compassionate approach means you can trust me to listen without judgement and use evidence-based therapy to help you develop your self-awareness and confidence. The therapies I draw on are strength-based so they emphasise your resilience and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
As your psychologist, I work collaboratively with you to help you pursue a more fulfilling life. That means understanding your needs and therapy preferences and involving you in all decisions about your personalised treatment plan. My compassionate approach means you can trust me to listen without judgement and use evidence-based therapy to help you develop your self-awareness and confidence. The therapies I draw on are strength-based so they emphasise your resilience and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.