Female Counselling in Capalaba, QLD

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Pella Wellness
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Capalaba, QLD 4157
G'Day, I’m Amanda a Neuro affirming , heart centred Clinical Counsellor and Gestalt Psychotherapist. If you are feeling stuck, experiencing emotional pain or turmoil or are having trouble working things out I would love to meet you and hear about your unique experience. Together we can work through your difficulties and create awareness and meaningful change. I will meet you with curiosity and compassion. I recognise an individuals neurotype as part of the amazing landscape of human diversity .
G'Day, I’m Amanda a Neuro affirming , heart centred Clinical Counsellor and Gestalt Psychotherapist. If you are feeling stuck, experiencing emotional pain or turmoil or are having trouble working things out I would love to meet you and hear about your unique experience. Together we can work through your difficulties and create awareness and meaningful change. I will meet you with curiosity and compassion. I recognise an individuals neurotype as part of the amazing landscape of human diversity .
(07) 3113 9168 View (07) 3113 9168
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Kylie Ellison Therapy and Training
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Capalaba, QLD 4157
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling like you need support to cope with life? Struggling in your relationship with your partner or child? Is your child having difficulty with their emotions, struggling to engage in school or difficulty in their social relationships? We are here to help! We support a range of presenting issues for children, adults, couples and families including: - Anxiety - Autism Spectrum Disorder - Trauma - ADHD - Behavioural and emotional issues - Family separation - Communication difficulties - Social difficulties
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling like you need support to cope with life? Struggling in your relationship with your partner or child? Is your child having difficulty with their emotions, struggling to engage in school or difficulty in their social relationships? We are here to help! We support a range of presenting issues for children, adults, couples and families including: - Anxiety - Autism Spectrum Disorder - Trauma - ADHD - Behavioural and emotional issues - Family separation - Communication difficulties - Social difficulties
(07) 2801 5386 View (07) 2801 5386
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Kelly Breen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
(03) 9007 2718 View (03) 9007 2718
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Ann Harper
Social Worker, AMHSW
Capalaba, QLD 4157
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker offering in-person counselling in Brisbane and online. I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach is caring, respectful and down to earth. I have a great belief in your capacity to heal and recover from your struggles and past traumas. My first goal in therapy is to ensure a safe relationship for you to explore your feelings and issues and to develop the capacity to better manage these issues and feelings I have a deep appreciation for the importance of our close personal relationships to our well-being and this is one of the reasons why I also embrace couples work.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker offering in-person counselling in Brisbane and online. I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach is caring, respectful and down to earth. I have a great belief in your capacity to heal and recover from your struggles and past traumas. My first goal in therapy is to ensure a safe relationship for you to explore your feelings and issues and to develop the capacity to better manage these issues and feelings I have a deep appreciation for the importance of our close personal relationships to our well-being and this is one of the reasons why I also embrace couples work.
(07) 3132 1849 View (07) 3132 1849
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Zest Infusion Pty Ltd
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
(07) 3186 9431 View (07) 3186 9431
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Rachel Wilkinson
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I aim to bring back joy to your life! I support families dealing with grief, loss, change, and struggles including anxiety, depression, workplace and personal relationships. People see me to gain clarity around issues impacting their lives and to process historical events. We work collaboratively using strength-based approaches and gently with trauma-informed techniques. I work with youth aged from 10 years to 100 years.
I aim to bring back joy to your life! I support families dealing with grief, loss, change, and struggles including anxiety, depression, workplace and personal relationships. People see me to gain clarity around issues impacting their lives and to process historical events. We work collaboratively using strength-based approaches and gently with trauma-informed techniques. I work with youth aged from 10 years to 100 years.
(07) 2801 5140 View (07) 2801 5140
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Looking to move forward and make confident decisions about what it is you actually want in life? Seeking to explore yourself in ways you might not have imagined? Wanting to understand more about your current relationships and how they are impacting you? Counselling can support you in all these ways and in other areas that you may wish to discuss in a confidential setting. One is respected and valued for their beliefs and choices at RelationshipConnect.Org
Looking to move forward and make confident decisions about what it is you actually want in life? Seeking to explore yourself in ways you might not have imagined? Wanting to understand more about your current relationships and how they are impacting you? Counselling can support you in all these ways and in other areas that you may wish to discuss in a confidential setting. One is respected and valued for their beliefs and choices at RelationshipConnect.Org
(07) 3186 8742 View (07) 3186 8742
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Liane Anderson
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available. I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available. I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
(03) 9070 5442 View (03) 9070 5442
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Dee Pakendorf
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
My approach is systemic and relationship-based. That means I don’t see people as ‘the problem’. Instead, we look at what’s happening around you — your relationships, roles, pressures, life stages, history, and supports — and how all of that is impacting how you’re feeling. It’s a non-pathologising way of working that focuses on understanding, not labelling.
My approach is systemic and relationship-based. That means I don’t see people as ‘the problem’. Instead, we look at what’s happening around you — your relationships, roles, pressures, life stages, history, and supports — and how all of that is impacting how you’re feeling. It’s a non-pathologising way of working that focuses on understanding, not labelling.
(07) 3477 9467 View (07) 3477 9467
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Andrea McMahon
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
My name is Andrea, and I’m a dedicated therapist with a private practice nestled in the picturesque bayside suburb of Cleveland, in Redlands City. I specialise in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges, offering services such as face-to-face counselling, Walk and Talk therapy, couples counselling, and family counselling.
My name is Andrea, and I’m a dedicated therapist with a private practice nestled in the picturesque bayside suburb of Cleveland, in Redlands City. I specialise in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges, offering services such as face-to-face counselling, Walk and Talk therapy, couples counselling, and family counselling.
(07) 3477 9858 View (07) 3477 9858
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Ali Ponturo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
(07) 3477 9943 View (07) 3477 9943
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Jane Jokic
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I see clients for all kinds of different reasons such as concerns related to depression and anxiety, grief & loss, life changes, parenting, relationship concerns or simply because they want to connect with a therapist to help maintain positive mental health. I may teach strategies, teach you about your brain and body, and how you can take charge of your own wellbeing. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach, together we can decide what approach feels most comfortable and works best for you.
I see clients for all kinds of different reasons such as concerns related to depression and anxiety, grief & loss, life changes, parenting, relationship concerns or simply because they want to connect with a therapist to help maintain positive mental health. I may teach strategies, teach you about your brain and body, and how you can take charge of your own wellbeing. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach, together we can decide what approach feels most comfortable and works best for you.
(07) 3113 9338 View (07) 3113 9338
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Janice Rees Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
(07) 2801 5099 View (07) 2801 5099
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Alexandra Greene
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
While I am a universal therapist working in all areas of mental health, I have a special interest in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, anger and depression - particularly how to cope and process the impact they have. I'm interested in all aspects of your life and how it is for you as an individual who is also part of a rich tapestry of relationships and experiences. Together we'll look at what you want out of life and how to get there. I welcome all clients with an open mind, an open heart and a promise of safety, non-judgement and compassion. Feel free to reach out to see if we might be a good fit. The first step starts here!
While I am a universal therapist working in all areas of mental health, I have a special interest in grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, anger and depression - particularly how to cope and process the impact they have. I'm interested in all aspects of your life and how it is for you as an individual who is also part of a rich tapestry of relationships and experiences. Together we'll look at what you want out of life and how to get there. I welcome all clients with an open mind, an open heart and a promise of safety, non-judgement and compassion. Feel free to reach out to see if we might be a good fit. The first step starts here!
(07) 3477 9197 View (07) 3477 9197
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Patrea Louise O'Donoghue
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I enjoy helping clients who are experiencing life challenges and are stressed. It is rewarding to journey with clients as they take the initial step acknowledging they need help then be willing to look deeply within themselves as they learn ways to cope. My clients want to lead more satisfying and healthy lives, enjoy happier and more harmonious relationships (at home or work), and fulfil their potential. I help my clients achieve greater inner calm, resilience, health and wellbeing, and personal goals, so they enjoy their life, love and appreciate who they are, get off autopilot default mode, and be a positive force in the world.
I enjoy helping clients who are experiencing life challenges and are stressed. It is rewarding to journey with clients as they take the initial step acknowledging they need help then be willing to look deeply within themselves as they learn ways to cope. My clients want to lead more satisfying and healthy lives, enjoy happier and more harmonious relationships (at home or work), and fulfil their potential. I help my clients achieve greater inner calm, resilience, health and wellbeing, and personal goals, so they enjoy their life, love and appreciate who they are, get off autopilot default mode, and be a positive force in the world.
(07) 3186 5693 View (07) 3186 5693
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Anchoring Your Life Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying more than your fair share of worry, frustration or heartache. Maybe your relationship feels distant or tense and you long to feel close and understood again. Or maybe it’s not just about your partner - it’s about you. Perhaps you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or questioning if you’re enough. When life and relationships feel hard, it’s easy to lose sight of who you are and what you really want. I know how heavy it can feel to try and hold everything together on your own. Therapy is a safe space where you can take off the armour, exhale and be fully heard.
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying more than your fair share of worry, frustration or heartache. Maybe your relationship feels distant or tense and you long to feel close and understood again. Or maybe it’s not just about your partner - it’s about you. Perhaps you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or questioning if you’re enough. When life and relationships feel hard, it’s easy to lose sight of who you are and what you really want. I know how heavy it can feel to try and hold everything together on your own. Therapy is a safe space where you can take off the armour, exhale and be fully heard.
(07) 3184 4739 View (07) 3184 4739
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Heidi Ruef
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I address anxiety, depression, major life transitions, grief and loss, including pet loss, personal and work related relationships, traumatic events, loss, stress, and addiction. I create a safe environment where change can be explored and pursued. I am compassionate and have a practical approach to therapy. I am a skillful listener, perceptive of barriers or issues holding you back. We are all human and will struggle at times.
I address anxiety, depression, major life transitions, grief and loss, including pet loss, personal and work related relationships, traumatic events, loss, stress, and addiction. I create a safe environment where change can be explored and pursued. I am compassionate and have a practical approach to therapy. I am a skillful listener, perceptive of barriers or issues holding you back. We are all human and will struggle at times.
(07) 3477 9767 View (07) 3477 9767
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Presence of Mind Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
At Presence of Mind Psychology, I understand that my clients often face overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, or challenges in their relationships. My ideal clients are individuals or couples who may feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, but are committed to making positive changes. They seek support to better understand their emotions, improve communication, and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. I have worked extensively with children and adolescents, supporting them to self-regulate and build a positive sense of self. I have a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
At Presence of Mind Psychology, I understand that my clients often face overwhelming feelings of anxiety, depression, or challenges in their relationships. My ideal clients are individuals or couples who may feel stuck, unsure how to move forward, but are committed to making positive changes. They seek support to better understand their emotions, improve communication, and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. I have worked extensively with children and adolescents, supporting them to self-regulate and build a positive sense of self. I have a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
(07) 3132 2005 View (07) 3132 2005
The Psych Professionals
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
The Psych Professionals works with our clients to assist in developing their skills to overcome their barriers, helping them to live the life they deserve. Our clinicians are highly experienced and genuinely care about not only supporting our clients, but also ensuring we are creating a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental space for our clients to feel comfortable, no matter their background.
The Psych Professionals works with our clients to assist in developing their skills to overcome their barriers, helping them to live the life they deserve. Our clinicians are highly experienced and genuinely care about not only supporting our clients, but also ensuring we are creating a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental space for our clients to feel comfortable, no matter their background.
(07) 2801 6834 View (07) 2801 6834
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Chloe Hartshorn
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
(07) 3477 9834 View (07) 3477 9834
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, 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 because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

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 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.