Prue Gilligan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
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Let's Connect (03) 7302 8584
On the outside, life probably looks stable. Good work, good relationships, a lot to be grateful for. But inside, things can feel heavy or hard to make sense of. Many of the people I work with describe anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck in old patterns that don’t shift, no matter how hard they try. Some are exploring Autism or ADHD, or noticing how past experiences still shape the present, and how they relate to others. Others are beginning to see that what they’ve been carrying is trauma. What they all have in common is a longing to feel safer, calmer, and more like them
Therapy with me feels relaxed and collaborative. I draw on Emotion Focused Therapy, EMDR, CBT, Narrative, and Strengths-Based approaches to suit each person’s needs. I provide a neurodiversity-affirming, inclusive, and grounded space. I focus on strategies that work and support each individual because I know one size doesn’t fit all in therapy.
Starting therapy can feel daunting. There’s no pressure to have the right words or to know exactly where to begin. My role is to create a relaxed, welcoming space where you feel safe, seen and accepted just as you are. If this sounds like the kind of support that’s right for you, book an appointment and we can take it one step at a time.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Prue Gilligan now - (03) 7302 8584
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa Prue Gilligan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Prue Gilligan
- In Practice for 20 years
- Masters of Social work, Graduated 2015
Education and Years In Practice
Prue Gilligan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (03) 7302 8584
Expertise and Interests
Practice Areas
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Trans and non binary
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Prue Gilligan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (03) 7302 8584
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Person-Centred
- Strength-Based
Prue Gilligan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (03) 7302 8584