Male Psychologists and Therapists in Mooloolaba, QLD
As a counsellor, I draw from person-centred approaches, Mindfulness Integrated DBT and Jungian therapy techniques, among others, to meet each person as a whole being with mind, body, and spirit. I hold deep respect for the sacred journey that each individual walks and the wisdom that resides within their story. I believe every person carries an innate capacity for healing, growth, and awakening when nurtured in a space of compassion and presence. My role is to help cultivate that space, one grounded in empathy, where emotions can be safely explored, insight can unfold, and the deeper truth of the self can gently emerge.
As a counsellor, I draw from person-centred approaches, Mindfulness Integrated DBT and Jungian therapy techniques, among others, to meet each person as a whole being with mind, body, and spirit. I hold deep respect for the sacred journey that each individual walks and the wisdom that resides within their story. I believe every person carries an innate capacity for healing, growth, and awakening when nurtured in a space of compassion and presence. My role is to help cultivate that space, one grounded in empathy, where emotions can be safely explored, insight can unfold, and the deeper truth of the self can gently emerge.
John sees developing a strong therapeutic relationship with his clients as the key to successful counselling. He helps clients work through life’s challenges in a nurturing, non-judgemental, safe space so that they can live the life that they choose. John believes that every client can achieve the outcomes they desire and that his role is to sit with them, understand where they are today and help them decide where they would like to be. Once his clients are clear on this, John helps them to use the strengths and resources they already have, and develop new skills that they may need, in order to achieve their life goals.
John sees developing a strong therapeutic relationship with his clients as the key to successful counselling. He helps clients work through life’s challenges in a nurturing, non-judgemental, safe space so that they can live the life that they choose. John believes that every client can achieve the outcomes they desire and that his role is to sit with them, understand where they are today and help them decide where they would like to be. Once his clients are clear on this, John helps them to use the strengths and resources they already have, and develop new skills that they may need, in order to achieve their life goals.
FACT IS: "It's not a matter of IF life will throw obstacles and hurdles at you... it's WHEN." For 20 years I have been counselling people from all walks of life (CEOs, surgeons and psychologists through to miners, call centre staff, managers and cleaners). And what I've noticed is how many people struggle with their relationships - that could be the relationship with their partner, their child, their parents, their co-workers, their mates or the biggest and most important relationship of them all... THEMSELVES! Now, they don't always know it's their relationship at first, because it might look like stress, conflict, anxiety, etc.
FACT IS: "It's not a matter of IF life will throw obstacles and hurdles at you... it's WHEN." For 20 years I have been counselling people from all walks of life (CEOs, surgeons and psychologists through to miners, call centre staff, managers and cleaners). And what I've noticed is how many people struggle with their relationships - that could be the relationship with their partner, their child, their parents, their co-workers, their mates or the biggest and most important relationship of them all... THEMSELVES! Now, they don't always know it's their relationship at first, because it might look like stress, conflict, anxiety, etc.
That Psychology Guy – Psychoeducational Assessment & Educational Consulting
Sunshine Coast QLD. That Psychology Guy is a private psychology practice offering psychoeducational assessment services to children, teenagers, and young people. Through assessment Anthony aims to explore the young person’s personal capabilities, evaluate the impacts of those capabilities for the young person, and identify supports for the young person if needed. Anthony can assist with a range of assessment approaches, primarily focussed on: - Cognition, Academics, Learning, and Attention (e.g., ADHD).
That Psychology Guy – Psychoeducational Assessment & Educational Consulting
Sunshine Coast QLD. That Psychology Guy is a private psychology practice offering psychoeducational assessment services to children, teenagers, and young people. Through assessment Anthony aims to explore the young person’s personal capabilities, evaluate the impacts of those capabilities for the young person, and identify supports for the young person if needed. Anthony can assist with a range of assessment approaches, primarily focussed on: - Cognition, Academics, Learning, and Attention (e.g., ADHD).
Emotional struggles often signal that something in your life needs attention. Anxiety, mood fluctuations, addictions, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
Emotional struggles often signal that something in your life needs attention. Anxiety, mood fluctuations, addictions, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
Men struggle to open up about whats troubling them. How do I know? Because I bottled my own troubles up for 30 years! Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout are all challenges I've worked through since I was 8 years old. I've learned through my own journey, that bottling things up doesn't help; and through Mindful Men, I aim to inspire men to open up, get the help they need, and live a life full of hope, purpose and joy.
Men struggle to open up about whats troubling them. How do I know? Because I bottled my own troubles up for 30 years! Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, anxiety and burnout are all challenges I've worked through since I was 8 years old. I've learned through my own journey, that bottling things up doesn't help; and through Mindful Men, I aim to inspire men to open up, get the help they need, and live a life full of hope, purpose and joy.
I’m a registered Counsellor with a strong focus on men’s issues – supporting men through times of transitions, crises of meaning and mid-life issues. Men have particular struggles and experiences that I have gathered tools to help navigate and lighten. As a bloke, we still have a cultural expectation to cope, sort it out ourselves and just get on with it - but my experience is that challenges are much easier to face with a bit of support. The truth is, there are times in our life when things fall apart and we feel like we can’t hold it together any longer. It’s at these crunch times that we can deepen our experience of life.
I’m a registered Counsellor with a strong focus on men’s issues – supporting men through times of transitions, crises of meaning and mid-life issues. Men have particular struggles and experiences that I have gathered tools to help navigate and lighten. As a bloke, we still have a cultural expectation to cope, sort it out ourselves and just get on with it - but my experience is that challenges are much easier to face with a bit of support. The truth is, there are times in our life when things fall apart and we feel like we can’t hold it together any longer. It’s at these crunch times that we can deepen our experience of life.
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You’re longing for a relationship that feels safe, connected, and honest, whether you’re navigating conflict, repair after infidelity, communication breakdowns, mismatched needs, or the complexity of being in a neurodiverse partnership. You want clarity, trust, and emotional grounding, but feel stuck in patterns you can’t shift alone. Attachment wounds, unresolved conflicts and unexpected triggers keep getting in the way. You're stuck in a vicious relationship spiral. You value depth, growth, and authentic connection, and you’re ready for support that honours your identities, your values, and the way you love.
You’re longing for a relationship that feels safe, connected, and honest, whether you’re navigating conflict, repair after infidelity, communication breakdowns, mismatched needs, or the complexity of being in a neurodiverse partnership. You want clarity, trust, and emotional grounding, but feel stuck in patterns you can’t shift alone. Attachment wounds, unresolved conflicts and unexpected triggers keep getting in the way. You're stuck in a vicious relationship spiral. You value depth, growth, and authentic connection, and you’re ready for support that honours your identities, your values, and the way you love.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, or a life transition has disrupted your sense of direction or meaning. You might be seeking relief from emotional distress, clarity in decisions, or a way to live more fully in line with your values. Some clients also want space to explore faith, purpose, or spirituality in a respectful, grounded way.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, or a life transition has disrupted your sense of direction or meaning. You might be seeking relief from emotional distress, clarity in decisions, or a way to live more fully in line with your values. Some clients also want space to explore faith, purpose, or spirituality in a respectful, grounded way.
I am passionate about helping people overcome some of life's inevitable struggles and to further navigate through these times to become the best they can be and to lead a full and meaningful lives.
I am passionate about helping people overcome some of life's inevitable struggles and to further navigate through these times to become the best they can be and to lead a full and meaningful lives.
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help.
Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help.
Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
Hi, I'm Curtis, the Director at Venture Psychology Co. I am available to see clients from 16y/o and over who are wanting to engage in Schema, CBT, and/ or EMDR therapy. I am accepting of clients from all walks of life, and have experience working across the lifespan. Visit my website if you'd like to learn more!
Hi, I'm Curtis, the Director at Venture Psychology Co. I am available to see clients from 16y/o and over who are wanting to engage in Schema, CBT, and/ or EMDR therapy. I am accepting of clients from all walks of life, and have experience working across the lifespan. Visit my website if you'd like to learn more!
High-performing individuals and couples often look fine on the surface but aren’t.
The work begins with a focused assessment and clear recommendations. Then if appropriate, we work with customised full-day couples intensives.
Designed for those ready for deep change.
High-performing individuals and couples often look fine on the surface but aren’t.
The work begins with a focused assessment and clear recommendations. Then if appropriate, we work with customised full-day couples intensives.
Designed for those ready for deep change.
On paper, you’re successful. You are high-functioning, driven, and holding it all together at work. But underneath, you are carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, anxiety, or patterns of addiction that are quietly eroding your life.
Maybe you are using alcohol or substances to "wind down" after high-pressure weeks. Maybe you are navigating the unique complexities of LGBTIQA+ relationships, identity, or past rejection. You don't need general advice; you need a space where you don't have to explain the basics of who you are so we can get straight to the work of healing.
On paper, you’re successful. You are high-functioning, driven, and holding it all together at work. But underneath, you are carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, anxiety, or patterns of addiction that are quietly eroding your life.
Maybe you are using alcohol or substances to "wind down" after high-pressure weeks. Maybe you are navigating the unique complexities of LGBTIQA+ relationships, identity, or past rejection. You don't need general advice; you need a space where you don't have to explain the basics of who you are so we can get straight to the work of healing.
UNHEARD? LONELY? ANXIOUS? Feeling unmotivated and depressed? Want to change and experience real happiness and better relationships? It is possible with the right help, support and above all guidance. Male counsellors tend to be in the minority in this profession! Come and try a free consultation with me. I will spend the time to understand where you find yourself today and where you want to get to. We will work together to map out well defined goals and a pathway to achieve them. Don't feel alone, don't delay reaching out. Give me a call today.
UNHEARD? LONELY? ANXIOUS? Feeling unmotivated and depressed? Want to change and experience real happiness and better relationships? It is possible with the right help, support and above all guidance. Male counsellors tend to be in the minority in this profession! Come and try a free consultation with me. I will spend the time to understand where you find yourself today and where you want to get to. We will work together to map out well defined goals and a pathway to achieve them. Don't feel alone, don't delay reaching out. Give me a call today.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
My ideal client’s are people experiencing significant crisis and are looking for human connection. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling beneath the surface. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, trauma, stress, identity questions, or relationship difficulties. Many appear high-functioning but feel exhausted or disconnected inside. You don’t want to be “fixed”, you want to be understood. You are seeking clarity, practical tools, and a sense of hope, and are ready to explore your story with someone who meets you as a whole person, not a diagnosis.
My ideal client’s are people experiencing significant crisis and are looking for human connection. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling beneath the surface. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, burnout, trauma, stress, identity questions, or relationship difficulties. Many appear high-functioning but feel exhausted or disconnected inside. You don’t want to be “fixed”, you want to be understood. You are seeking clarity, practical tools, and a sense of hope, and are ready to explore your story with someone who meets you as a whole person, not a diagnosis.
Hi I'm Jamie. I graduated from the University of Queensland in 2001 achieving a bachelor of Social Work. I am a well season counsellor and have been supporting and counselling people from all walks life for over 20 years. My number 1 focus through this period was to bring hope and value to the people I work with and continues to be so. My experience is quite broad covering individual couple and family therapy. My experience also has a strong mental health focus including anxiety, depression PTSD and CPTSD. I have learned to listen. To recognise resilience and to support with ever knowledge I have to build or rebuild lives.
Hi I'm Jamie. I graduated from the University of Queensland in 2001 achieving a bachelor of Social Work. I am a well season counsellor and have been supporting and counselling people from all walks life for over 20 years. My number 1 focus through this period was to bring hope and value to the people I work with and continues to be so. My experience is quite broad covering individual couple and family therapy. My experience also has a strong mental health focus including anxiety, depression PTSD and CPTSD. I have learned to listen. To recognise resilience and to support with ever knowledge I have to build or rebuild lives.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.