Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Murrumba Downs, QLD

Barbara Nicholls
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
(07) 3184 8504 View (07) 3184 8504
North Lakes Counselling Services
Counsellor
Serves Area
Leonie Schilling Leonie is a very experienced Counsellor, Teacher, Trainer, Assessor, Mediator and Early childhood Educator who is also a Justice of the Peace. Specialising in Relationship Counselling, Personal Counselling and Grief and Loss. In addition to running her private practice, Leonie currently teaches the Diploma of Counselling, Life Coaching and various psychology short courses at three Learning organisations. Leonie has a strong media presence including radio and magazines. Leonie is also the published author of “Relationship Intensive Care” and writes a weekly column “Conversations with Leonie”
Leonie Schilling Leonie is a very experienced Counsellor, Teacher, Trainer, Assessor, Mediator and Early childhood Educator who is also a Justice of the Peace. Specialising in Relationship Counselling, Personal Counselling and Grief and Loss. In addition to running her private practice, Leonie currently teaches the Diploma of Counselling, Life Coaching and various psychology short courses at three Learning organisations. Leonie has a strong media presence including radio and magazines. Leonie is also the published author of “Relationship Intensive Care” and writes a weekly column “Conversations with Leonie”
(07) 3184 4801 View (07) 3184 4801
The Psychology Hub
Psychologist, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Does your child come home from school and unleash a meltdown worthy of an Oscar? Homework battles? Friendship dramas? Or maybe it’s you—lying awake at 2am, overthinking everything, and surviving on caffeine. You’ve tried pep talks, deep breaths, and maybe even bribery… but nothing sticks. What you really want is less chaos, more calm, and to feel like yourself (and your family) again. We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
Does your child come home from school and unleash a meltdown worthy of an Oscar? Homework battles? Friendship dramas? Or maybe it’s you—lying awake at 2am, overthinking everything, and surviving on caffeine. You’ve tried pep talks, deep breaths, and maybe even bribery… but nothing sticks. What you really want is less chaos, more calm, and to feel like yourself (and your family) again. We get it—we’re parents and humans too, and we know life doesn’t always go to plan.
(07) 3062 8233 View (07) 3062 8233
Amy Foley
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I am passionate about inspiring you to achieve optimal levels of mental health and wellbeing and to support your personal growth and adaptability to life’s challenges. I practice from a holistic and whole-person approach that looks at physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual/authentic parts. I comprehensively look at presenting symptoms and assist getting to the root cause of your struggles. I use a compassionate, strengths-based, non-judgemental approach. I offer a calming environment for you to feel comfortable. I offer therapy and assessments for children, adults, and parents. I work by telehealth/online and home visits.
I am passionate about inspiring you to achieve optimal levels of mental health and wellbeing and to support your personal growth and adaptability to life’s challenges. I practice from a holistic and whole-person approach that looks at physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual/authentic parts. I comprehensively look at presenting symptoms and assist getting to the root cause of your struggles. I use a compassionate, strengths-based, non-judgemental approach. I offer a calming environment for you to feel comfortable. I offer therapy and assessments for children, adults, and parents. I work by telehealth/online and home visits.
(07) 3214 3636 View (07) 3214 3636
neurothread psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, neurodivergence(ADHD/Autism), gender dysphoria or ongoing sexual functioning concerns(vaginismus, painful-sex, erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties) that are affecting your wellbeing, relationships, or sense of self. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your body, or unsure why things haven’t improved despite trying to cope. You’re looking for understanding, practical support, and a space that feels safe, respectful, and tailored to you.
You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, neurodivergence(ADHD/Autism), gender dysphoria or ongoing sexual functioning concerns(vaginismus, painful-sex, erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties) that are affecting your wellbeing, relationships, or sense of self. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your body, or unsure why things haven’t improved despite trying to cope. You’re looking for understanding, practical support, and a space that feels safe, respectful, and tailored to you.
(07) 3608 1248 View (07) 3608 1248

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Hannah Jorgensen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Paddington, QLD 4064
Coming from a background in counselling psychology, I focus on approaching care from a client-centred perspective. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside people through their therapy journeys and aim to create a space that is nurturing to best support our brain and body's innate capacity for healing. I love to bring values of curiosity and compassion into the space to create a shared understanding of one's experiences, and find what resources we can draw upon and develop to support where they want to go.
Coming from a background in counselling psychology, I focus on approaching care from a client-centred perspective. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside people through their therapy journeys and aim to create a space that is nurturing to best support our brain and body's innate capacity for healing. I love to bring values of curiosity and compassion into the space to create a shared understanding of one's experiences, and find what resources we can draw upon and develop to support where they want to go.
0451 060 764 View 0451 060 764
Shayna McKenzie | Be Good Therapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Shayna - Clinical Counsellor, and associate member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association. I work with young adults who want to improve their mental health in a chill therapy space. I offer a non-clinical and relaxed approach with a focus on developing a strong relationship with you, as a unique person with individual needs.
Hi, I’m Shayna - Clinical Counsellor, and associate member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association. I work with young adults who want to improve their mental health in a chill therapy space. I offer a non-clinical and relaxed approach with a focus on developing a strong relationship with you, as a unique person with individual needs.
(07) 3477 9154 View (07) 3477 9154
Sioban Laffey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Hi :) I’m a women’s ADHD specialist with 25 years’ experience. I work with women with ADHD or AuDHD who have just learned they have ADHD (diagnosed or self-identified) and are looking for next steps, and those who’ve known for some time and can sense their life isn’t yet aligned with their full potential. My work is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-focused, grounded in research and decades of clinical experience. I bring a strong capacity for pattern recognition, helping you make sense of what’s happening and where change will be most beneficial.
Hi :) I’m a women’s ADHD specialist with 25 years’ experience. I work with women with ADHD or AuDHD who have just learned they have ADHD (diagnosed or self-identified) and are looking for next steps, and those who’ve known for some time and can sense their life isn’t yet aligned with their full potential. My work is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-focused, grounded in research and decades of clinical experience. I bring a strong capacity for pattern recognition, helping you make sense of what’s happening and where change will be most beneficial.
0415 257 155 View 0415 257 155
Dr Kelly Elizabeth Green
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
(08) 7008 9285 View (08) 7008 9285
Belinda Smith
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Aspley, QLD 4034
Belinda works with adults experiencing a range of psychological, physical, and complex life challenges. Many clients are neurodivergent (Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, OCD), navigating hormonal transitions (including perimenopause, menopause, and other hormone-related challenges), or living with chronic illness, disability, trauma, anxiety, or long-standing patterns of overwhelm, burnout, or emotional dysregulation. Clients often seek support when multiple factors are interacting and impacting identity, wellbeing, relationships, and daily functioning.
Belinda works with adults experiencing a range of psychological, physical, and complex life challenges. Many clients are neurodivergent (Autism, ADHD, AuDHD, OCD), navigating hormonal transitions (including perimenopause, menopause, and other hormone-related challenges), or living with chronic illness, disability, trauma, anxiety, or long-standing patterns of overwhelm, burnout, or emotional dysregulation. Clients often seek support when multiple factors are interacting and impacting identity, wellbeing, relationships, and daily functioning.
(07) 3186 9459 View (07) 3186 9459
Women In Mind
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Most issues that people experience have their origins in childhood when developmental needs were not met. Most parents mean well and do their best but because our culture is generally ignorant about the early needs of children the child has to learn how to adapt. For example a parent because of their upbringing may be easily angered. One way is for the child to move towards the parent by always trying to please the parent to ward off an angry episode. That is the behavior and the belief is "I have to be good or mummy will not love me." This establishes a mode that may not be helpful in later life in intimate relationships.
Most issues that people experience have their origins in childhood when developmental needs were not met. Most parents mean well and do their best but because our culture is generally ignorant about the early needs of children the child has to learn how to adapt. For example a parent because of their upbringing may be easily angered. One way is for the child to move towards the parent by always trying to please the parent to ward off an angry episode. That is the behavior and the belief is "I have to be good or mummy will not love me." This establishes a mode that may not be helpful in later life in intimate relationships.
(02) 4058 4435 View (02) 4058 4435
Kristie Clarke
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Zillmere, QLD 4034
Waitlist for new clients
Women: Working with amazing mid life women to navigate the challenges of the peri-menopause and menopausal transitions. I bring lived experience and the latest up to date information on assisting women navigate this transition. From relationships issues, sexual intimacy, seeking appropriate treatment, losing identity, loss of confidence, mood swings, mental health issues, exercise and diet. I bring my own lived experience along with providing a holistic outlook to assisting women transition through this period, to be content and comfortable within themselves, to thriving and loving life!
Women: Working with amazing mid life women to navigate the challenges of the peri-menopause and menopausal transitions. I bring lived experience and the latest up to date information on assisting women navigate this transition. From relationships issues, sexual intimacy, seeking appropriate treatment, losing identity, loss of confidence, mood swings, mental health issues, exercise and diet. I bring my own lived experience along with providing a holistic outlook to assisting women transition through this period, to be content and comfortable within themselves, to thriving and loving life!
(07) 3113 9128 View (07) 3113 9128
Dragonfly Counselling and Consulting Services
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
Hello! I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs. If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too. You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Hello! I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs. If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too. You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
(02) 4012 6214 View (02) 4012 6214
Josephine Lapthorn, Semper Amore
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
D'Aguilar, QLD 4514
Hi, my name is Jo. There may be many reasons or things going on for you that brings you to this site and my profile in particular. You may be experiencing a difficult time in your life and you realise you don’t need to do it alone? There are three factors considered essential for effective therapy - the quality of the therapeutic relationship; the goals of therapy and the skills and knowledge of the practitioner.
Hi, my name is Jo. There may be many reasons or things going on for you that brings you to this site and my profile in particular. You may be experiencing a difficult time in your life and you realise you don’t need to do it alone? There are three factors considered essential for effective therapy - the quality of the therapeutic relationship; the goals of therapy and the skills and knowledge of the practitioner.
(07) 3050 0656 View (07) 3050 0656
Indigo Melrose
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an experienced psychotherapist, I work with people navigating major life transitions. My therapeutic space is warm and compassionate allowing you to be curious and explore what matters to you. As a PACFA Reg. Clinical member I engage in supervision and professional development. All are essential for me to show up in practice and hold space. My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating 'Grief & Loss' groups.
As an experienced psychotherapist, I work with people navigating major life transitions. My therapeutic space is warm and compassionate allowing you to be curious and explore what matters to you. As a PACFA Reg. Clinical member I engage in supervision and professional development. All are essential for me to show up in practice and hold space. My side passions include: co-hosting the 'Mothers at Midnight Podcast' and facilitating 'Grief & Loss' groups.
(02) 3816 2220 View (02) 3816 2220
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are facing challenges and looking for support to move forward. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, parenting concerns, grief and loss, relationship changes, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, or neurodivergence. They are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of their next step, but are ready to better understand themselves and explore positive change in a supportive environment. They are looking to build on their strengths, gain greater self-understanding and develop the confidence to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are facing challenges and looking for support to move forward. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, parenting concerns, grief and loss, relationship changes, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, or neurodivergence. They are often feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or unsure of their next step, but are ready to better understand themselves and explore positive change in a supportive environment. They are looking to build on their strengths, gain greater self-understanding and develop the confidence to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
(07) 5224 2028 View (07) 5224 2028
Anchoring Your Life Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Cleveland, QLD 4163
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard. Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard. Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
(07) 3184 4739 View (07) 3184 4739
Diane Hanna
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
Hello, I'm Diane. I've been helping people with their mental health issues for over 20 years, focussing on ADHD, peri-menopause & menopause, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationships, as well as stress, life transitions, and trauma. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach. I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more. I have lived experience as an army veteran and humanitarian aid worker in Iraq. I welcome adults, couples, young people, LGBTQIA+, veterans, students, and seniors.
Hello, I'm Diane. I've been helping people with their mental health issues for over 20 years, focussing on ADHD, peri-menopause & menopause, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationships, as well as stress, life transitions, and trauma. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach. I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more. I have lived experience as an army veteran and humanitarian aid worker in Iraq. I welcome adults, couples, young people, LGBTQIA+, veterans, students, and seniors.
(07) 3130 0402 View (07) 3130 0402
Julie Anders
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
(02) 4306 7106 View (02) 4306 7106
Dr Jane Direen
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
My ideal clients are mid-life women who are navigating a season of significant change and beginning to notice that their usual ways of coping no longer feel sustainable. They may come to my practice feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move through transitions such as perimenopause or menopause, relationship changes, caring for ageing parents, shifting family roles, career pressure, burnout, grief, or a deeper sense of “Who am I now?”
My ideal clients are mid-life women who are navigating a season of significant change and beginning to notice that their usual ways of coping no longer feel sustainable. They may come to my practice feeling anxious, overwhelmed, exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move through transitions such as perimenopause or menopause, relationship changes, caring for ageing parents, shifting family roles, career pressure, burnout, grief, or a deeper sense of “Who am I now?”
(03) 5906 7606 View (03) 5906 7606
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.