Career Guidance Psychologists and Therapists in Fortitude Valley, QLD

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Kate Row
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Kate enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults. She is experienced and interested in working with clients who present with a range of presentations including anxiety (excessive worrying, social anxiety), low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties to life changes, autism (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, stress, school issues, bullying, employment difficulties, health diagnoses and various physical and psychological disabilities.
Kate enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults. She is experienced and interested in working with clients who present with a range of presentations including anxiety (excessive worrying, social anxiety), low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties to life changes, autism (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, stress, school issues, bullying, employment difficulties, health diagnoses and various physical and psychological disabilities.
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Simon Thwaites
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Simon. I’m a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. My approach is thoughtful, curious, and reflective. I focus on helping you understand yourself more deeply - your emotional patterns, the experiences that shaped you, and how you relate to others and the world. I work with adults and older adolescents (16+) on concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, phobias, intimacy or relationship difficulties and complex presentations. My work draws on CBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, and Prolonged Exposure, tailored to your needs.
Hi, I’m Simon. I’m a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. My approach is thoughtful, curious, and reflective. I focus on helping you understand yourself more deeply - your emotional patterns, the experiences that shaped you, and how you relate to others and the world. I work with adults and older adolescents (16+) on concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, bipolar disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, phobias, intimacy or relationship difficulties and complex presentations. My work draws on CBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, and Prolonged Exposure, tailored to your needs.
(07) 2100 4683 View (07) 2100 4683
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Elizabeth Oliver
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
You've done the work. Read the books, tried the approaches, maybe even done therapy before. And yet something keeps running: A pattern you can name but can't shift. That gap between knowing and changing is exactly what I work with. I see adults who are ready to move forward, not just understand their past. If you want real change, not endless processing, you're in the right place.
You've done the work. Read the books, tried the approaches, maybe even done therapy before. And yet something keeps running: A pattern you can name but can't shift. That gap between knowing and changing is exactly what I work with. I see adults who are ready to move forward, not just understand their past. If you want real change, not endless processing, you're in the right place.
(07) 2100 4179 View (07) 2100 4179
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Ellie Putland
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
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GOALS Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Our particular interests include adjustment to life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, neurodiversity, autism, diffabilities/ disabilities, communication and social skills building, school issues, health coaching, career goals and life direction.
Kate Row - Principal Psychologist is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them.
Our particular interests include adjustment to life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, neurodiversity, autism, diffabilities/ disabilities, communication and social skills building, school issues, health coaching, career goals and life direction.
Kate Row - Principal Psychologist is passionate about helping people to live their most fulfilling lives possible through improving overall well-being. Kate enjoys working with clients to identify their goals and work towards achieving them.
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Now For you
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions $60/hour -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询$60/小时 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions $60/hour -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询$60/小时 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
(07) 2100 4112 View (07) 2100 4112
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Timothy Hill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Hi I'm Tim.​ ​I'm a Clinical Psychologist that works with Gay Men and Queer folks experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, OCD, Trauma, stress/burnout, grief, and interpersonal/ relationship challenges. I currently see clients from Monday to Thursday at my Clematis Psychology office in Spring Hill, between 8am to 6pm. Sessions can be booked online via my website or by contacting me directly.
Hi I'm Tim.​ ​I'm a Clinical Psychologist that works with Gay Men and Queer folks experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, OCD, Trauma, stress/burnout, grief, and interpersonal/ relationship challenges. I currently see clients from Monday to Thursday at my Clematis Psychology office in Spring Hill, between 8am to 6pm. Sessions can be booked online via my website or by contacting me directly.
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Nadine Piot
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Nadine offers a thoughtful approach to therapy. With experience across private practice, hospital, and corporate settings, she brings a broad and nuanced perspective to her work. Besides individual therapy, Nadine has facilitated therapeutic workshops for confined inpatients, perinatal mental health support groups, social skills enhancement therapies for neurodiverse clients, and led mental health first aid courses. In addition to her psychology qualifications, she holds a Masters in Management and has worked within major international companies, giving her a sound knowledge of workplace dynamics.
Nadine offers a thoughtful approach to therapy. With experience across private practice, hospital, and corporate settings, she brings a broad and nuanced perspective to her work. Besides individual therapy, Nadine has facilitated therapeutic workshops for confined inpatients, perinatal mental health support groups, social skills enhancement therapies for neurodiverse clients, and led mental health first aid courses. In addition to her psychology qualifications, she holds a Masters in Management and has worked within major international companies, giving her a sound knowledge of workplace dynamics.
(07) 2100 4067 View (07) 2100 4067
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Bradley Benson
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck in painful relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, emotionally disconnected, or struggling to understand why certain situations affect you so deeply. Many of the people I work with are navigating relationship conflict, attachment wounds, identity questions, self-worth struggles, or major life transitions. I provide trauma-informed counselling for individuals and couples wanting deeper self-understanding, healthier relationships, and more meaningful emotional connection.
You might be feeling stuck in painful relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, emotionally disconnected, or struggling to understand why certain situations affect you so deeply. Many of the people I work with are navigating relationship conflict, attachment wounds, identity questions, self-worth struggles, or major life transitions. I provide trauma-informed counselling for individuals and couples wanting deeper self-understanding, healthier relationships, and more meaningful emotional connection.
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Helen D'Silva
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
She looks to impart mental skills to chase greater goals in business, career, sport and experience a better quality of life.
Helen posseses 10 yrs + experience in sales, business development and human resources as well as working with elite athletes. Her approach is not merely about helping you to restore your mental health but also how to optimise it to perform at greater heights. Frameworks Helen draws from include Brainspotting, EFT, CBT, ACT and spiritual themes.
She looks to impart mental skills to chase greater goals in business, career, sport and experience a better quality of life.
Helen posseses 10 yrs + experience in sales, business development and human resources as well as working with elite athletes. Her approach is not merely about helping you to restore your mental health but also how to optimise it to perform at greater heights. Frameworks Helen draws from include Brainspotting, EFT, CBT, ACT and spiritual themes.
(07) 3184 8565 View (07) 3184 8565
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Mariyah Shahrin | Sama Sama Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Not currently accepting new clients! / Looking for a queer, neurodivergent and culturally affirming counsellor? Hi! I'm Mariyah (she/her), a registered counsellor. I have a strong curiosity for people, the human experience and assisting people in achieving their best potential and life goals. I'm passionate in working with individuals in the LGBTQ+, culturally diverse, and neurodivergent communities and others who experience mental health concerns. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach where you lead where our sessions go — whether that is to “fix” a particular problem you’re experiencing, or to better understand yourself.
Not currently accepting new clients! / Looking for a queer, neurodivergent and culturally affirming counsellor? Hi! I'm Mariyah (she/her), a registered counsellor. I have a strong curiosity for people, the human experience and assisting people in achieving their best potential and life goals. I'm passionate in working with individuals in the LGBTQ+, culturally diverse, and neurodivergent communities and others who experience mental health concerns. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach where you lead where our sessions go — whether that is to “fix” a particular problem you’re experiencing, or to better understand yourself.
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Axis Within Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Axis Within Psychology supports women experiencing anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, emotional overwhelm, and the increasing mental load that often comes with modern life. Many clients appear highly capable on the outside while privately struggling with stress, perfectionism, emotional exhaustion, or the feeling that life has become harder to manage. We help women better understand themselves while creating more sustainable and manageable ways of functioning day-to-day.
Axis Within Psychology supports women experiencing anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, emotional overwhelm, and the increasing mental load that often comes with modern life. Many clients appear highly capable on the outside while privately struggling with stress, perfectionism, emotional exhaustion, or the feeling that life has become harder to manage. We help women better understand themselves while creating more sustainable and manageable ways of functioning day-to-day.
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Clarity Counselling & Careers
Counsellor
Serves Area
This could be a teenager navigating school pressures, a young adult making career decisions, or an adult working through stress, anxiety, grief, or big life changes.
I bring over 15 years’ experience in counselling, youth work, and community services. I support clients with anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, and career direction. My warm, practical approach provides a safe space to explore challenges, build resilience, and gain clarity to move forward with confidence.
This could be a teenager navigating school pressures, a young adult making career decisions, or an adult working through stress, anxiety, grief, or big life changes.
I bring over 15 years’ experience in counselling, youth work, and community services. I support clients with anxiety, stress, grief, life transitions, and career direction. My warm, practical approach provides a safe space to explore challenges, build resilience, and gain clarity to move forward with confidence.
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Monique Lucy
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
This may include career change, relocation, relationship transitions, stepping into new life stages, or periods of uncertainty where you are reconsidering what matters most and what comes next.
My approach is collaborative and structured. We work together to understand your experience, explore options, and support decisions that feel intentional and sustainable. I bring a balance of reflection and gentle challenge, helping you gain insight while also moving forward in a practical way.
This may include career change, relocation, relationship transitions, stepping into new life stages, or periods of uncertainty where you are reconsidering what matters most and what comes next.
My approach is collaborative and structured. We work together to understand your experience, explore options, and support decisions that feel intentional and sustainable. I bring a balance of reflection and gentle challenge, helping you gain insight while also moving forward in a practical way.
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Rebecca Rutter / Sisu Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Moorooka, QLD 4105
As a counsellor with over 18 years of experience as a nurse I understand the challenges of the new grad, mid career and planning for the next steps after nursing.
I bring a deep understanding of the issues and emotions that often arise in the healthcare field. My approach is centered on empathy and caring. I have multiple modalities available to suit your needs and the circumstances. I am passionate about exploring nature and creative therapies.
As a counsellor with over 18 years of experience as a nurse I understand the challenges of the new grad, mid career and planning for the next steps after nursing.
I bring a deep understanding of the issues and emotions that often arise in the healthcare field. My approach is centered on empathy and caring. I have multiple modalities available to suit your needs and the circumstances. I am passionate about exploring nature and creative therapies.
(07) 2100 4306 View (07) 2100 4306
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Adam Sadd
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
Are work pressures or career uncertainty taking a toll on your confidence and wellbeing?
I offer coaching psychology — a forward-focused, solutions-oriented approach that blends psychological science with practical coaching strategies. Together we'll clarify what's getting in the way, develop evidence-based tools tailored to how you work, and build a clear, sustainable path forward.
Are work pressures or career uncertainty taking a toll on your confidence and wellbeing?
I offer coaching psychology — a forward-focused, solutions-oriented approach that blends psychological science with practical coaching strategies. Together we'll clarify what's getting in the way, develop evidence-based tools tailored to how you work, and build a clear, sustainable path forward.
(07) 3132 0789 View (07) 3132 0789
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Andrew De Ambrosis
Counsellor, AASW
Wishart, QLD 4122
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking to improve their lives and relationships. I have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and a broad range of needs, providing both individual and organisational coaching. With my extensive knowledge of complex interpersonal issues, I’m well-equipped to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
My ideal clients are individuals, couples, and families seeking to improve their lives and relationships. I have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds and a broad range of needs, providing both individual and organisational coaching. With my extensive knowledge of complex interpersonal issues, I’m well-equipped to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals.
(07) 3555 7938 View (07) 3555 7938
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Naomi Iwers
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Aspley, QLD 4034
Naomi is a compassionate psychologist working with adults (18+), offering a strengths-based, person‑centred, collaborative approach grounded in CBT and compassion‑focused therapy. She is neurodiversity‑affirming and LGBTIQA+ inclusive, supporting people with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, relationships, self‑esteem, unclear vocational direction, and women’s health. Naomi values vulnerability as courage and works to help clients build insight, agency, and meaningful, authentic lives. Appointments are available in‑person and via Telehealth, weekdays 9am–4pm, with no wait times.
Naomi is a compassionate psychologist working with adults (18+), offering a strengths-based, person‑centred, collaborative approach grounded in CBT and compassion‑focused therapy. She is neurodiversity‑affirming and LGBTIQA+ inclusive, supporting people with anxiety, depression, workplace stress, relationships, self‑esteem, unclear vocational direction, and women’s health. Naomi values vulnerability as courage and works to help clients build insight, agency, and meaningful, authentic lives. Appointments are available in‑person and via Telehealth, weekdays 9am–4pm, with no wait times.
(07) 3608 1159 View (07) 3608 1159
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Zhamilya's Counseling
Counsellor, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career.
I view anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, anger management, relationship issues as symptoms or rather coping strategies. While we focus on addressing the strategies in my approach depending on the client's goals, I also like exploring the underlying issues behind them so that to achieve more profound results.
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career.
I view anxiety, depression, behavioural issues, anger management, relationship issues as symptoms or rather coping strategies. While we focus on addressing the strategies in my approach depending on the client's goals, I also like exploring the underlying issues behind them so that to achieve more profound results.
(03) 9994 1757 View (03) 9994 1757
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Indy Support Service
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Serves Area
I provide specialist online counselling for women across Australia experiencing anxiety, grief, parenting stress, trauma, and the effects of domestic and family violence. My practice is structured and professionally grounded, focusing on stabilisation, emotional regulation, and lasting psychological change—not quick fixes or surface-level advice. I also support women facing parenting stress, where burnout or overwhelm is affecting confidence, patience, and connection with their children.
I provide specialist online counselling for women across Australia experiencing anxiety, grief, parenting stress, trauma, and the effects of domestic and family violence. My practice is structured and professionally grounded, focusing on stabilisation, emotional regulation, and lasting psychological change—not quick fixes or surface-level advice. I also support women facing parenting stress, where burnout or overwhelm is affecting confidence, patience, and connection with their children.
(03) 4713 5581 View (03) 4713 5581
Career Guidance Therapists
How do I know if I need career counselling?
Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.

Who can benefit from career counselling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counselling typically last?
The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counselling?
Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.