Female Psychologists and Therapists in Thornlands, QLD
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.
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.
Hi there! I’m pleased you’ve found me. I am a warm and compassionate clinical psychologist who values working collaboratively with children and their families to assess cognitive proficiency, academic standing and social emotional functioning. This includes screening for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disorders and mood/anxiety disorders. I also offer Therapy for children aged 12 years and under to assist with anxiety, OCD, emotion dysregulation, impulse control, social difficulties and self-esteem issues.
Hi there! I’m pleased you’ve found me. I am a warm and compassionate clinical psychologist who values working collaboratively with children and their families to assess cognitive proficiency, academic standing and social emotional functioning. This includes screening for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disorders and mood/anxiety disorders. I also offer Therapy for children aged 12 years and under to assist with anxiety, OCD, emotion dysregulation, impulse control, social difficulties and self-esteem issues.
My name is Kate and I have been working as a psychotherapist in private practice for 15 years. I work with adults, children and couples in both short and long term counselling and integrate a number of therapeutic models. I provide a secure and safe space where my clients are heard and can process their thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
My name is Kate and I have been working as a psychotherapist in private practice for 15 years. I work with adults, children and couples in both short and long term counselling and integrate a number of therapeutic models. I provide a secure and safe space where my clients are heard and can process their thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
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.
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.
Hi, I’m Shana—counsellor, animal lover, and someone who values genuine connection.
I created Firefly Counselling Services because I know how important it is to feel truly seen, heard & understood. Just like fireflies communicate through their own unique light to find the right connections, I believe that surrounding yourself with the right people—those who uplift, support, and accept you—is essential to healing and growth.
Hi, I’m Shana—counsellor, animal lover, and someone who values genuine connection.
I created Firefly Counselling Services because I know how important it is to feel truly seen, heard & understood. Just like fireflies communicate through their own unique light to find the right connections, I believe that surrounding yourself with the right people—those who uplift, support, and accept you—is essential to healing and growth.
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.
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.
As a registered counsellor and neurotherapist in Toowoomba, servicing the Darling Downs and Lockyer Valley, I provide tailored counselling services to support individuals in overcoming mental health issues. With over 10 years of experience, I specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss. At MelinaJBW we take a client-centred approach, which means that we will work with you to understand your unique needs and goals, and tailor our counselling approach to meet them. From age five to ninety-five we can help individuals, couples and families to heal and look forward to the future together.
As a registered counsellor and neurotherapist in Toowoomba, servicing the Darling Downs and Lockyer Valley, I provide tailored counselling services to support individuals in overcoming mental health issues. With over 10 years of experience, I specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss. At MelinaJBW we take a client-centred approach, which means that we will work with you to understand your unique needs and goals, and tailor our counselling approach to meet them. From age five to ninety-five we can help individuals, couples and families to heal and look forward to the future together.
More Therapists Nearby
Amy is one of many specialised grief support workers at the National Association for Loss and Grief where our focus is on walking alongside our clients throughout their grief and loss journey. Amy specialises in working with children and adolescents, but many of our support staff and volunteers work with all ages. Supports are offered either face to face in one of three locations (Dubbo, Mudgee and Hunter region) and via telehealth or phone across Australia. NALAG also offer Trauma and Early response to those affected by sudden and unexpected loss involving injury or death. We can connect with you within 24 hours of the loss.
Amy is one of many specialised grief support workers at the National Association for Loss and Grief where our focus is on walking alongside our clients throughout their grief and loss journey. Amy specialises in working with children and adolescents, but many of our support staff and volunteers work with all ages. Supports are offered either face to face in one of three locations (Dubbo, Mudgee and Hunter region) and via telehealth or phone across Australia. NALAG also offer Trauma and Early response to those affected by sudden and unexpected loss involving injury or death. We can connect with you within 24 hours of the loss.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
My approach is warm, relaxed, and down to earth, no judgment, just genuine care and practical support. I’m a generally registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults around concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, emotional regulation, stress, and major life transitions. I also work with neurodivergent individuals and those exploring their identity, strengths, and challenges in a world that doesn’t always make space for how their brains work.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life's demands yet yearns for a sense of clarity, peace, and purpose. They might be experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues or navigating a major life transition that feels daunting. They are seeking not only to alleviate immediate distress but to foster lasting personal growth. They want more than symptom relief—they’re eager to understand the “why” behind their feelings, patterns, and reactions. They desire tools and strategies to manage their emotions, communicate effectively, and ultimately build a life that aligns with their true values.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed by life's demands yet yearns for a sense of clarity, peace, and purpose. They might be experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues or navigating a major life transition that feels daunting. They are seeking not only to alleviate immediate distress but to foster lasting personal growth. They want more than symptom relief—they’re eager to understand the “why” behind their feelings, patterns, and reactions. They desire tools and strategies to manage their emotions, communicate effectively, and ultimately build a life that aligns with their true values.
If you're looking at this site you're probably trying to find something or someone to help you move on from a difficult patch. We can't always change the world or others but we can always, by looking within, reframe circumstances so they more fully reflect a happier and brighter world. We all crave to live in a world where we are more truly aligned with our heart and its deeper longing. We only find that world when we can honestly say we love ourselves, which in turn enables us to love others. What is it that prevents us loving our self? Lets journey in. this enquiry together.
If you're looking at this site you're probably trying to find something or someone to help you move on from a difficult patch. We can't always change the world or others but we can always, by looking within, reframe circumstances so they more fully reflect a happier and brighter world. We all crave to live in a world where we are more truly aligned with our heart and its deeper longing. We only find that world when we can honestly say we love ourselves, which in turn enables us to love others. What is it that prevents us loving our self? Lets journey in. this enquiry together.
Welcome to The Difference is You. Is it your relationship you are wrestling with and you need someone to lean on, or dealing with depression, anxiety, or perhaps the loss of someone or something close to you? I am here so you can overcome these barriers. My approach is rooted in empowering others to focus on their very best qualities, to bring those to the surface. Many people find themselves held back from living their best life due to fear, insecurity, previous trauma and the list goes on. I am passionate about helping you release yourself from the shackles of negativity so you can push forward end enjoy the life YOU want.
Welcome to The Difference is You. Is it your relationship you are wrestling with and you need someone to lean on, or dealing with depression, anxiety, or perhaps the loss of someone or something close to you? I am here so you can overcome these barriers. My approach is rooted in empowering others to focus on their very best qualities, to bring those to the surface. Many people find themselves held back from living their best life due to fear, insecurity, previous trauma and the list goes on. I am passionate about helping you release yourself from the shackles of negativity so you can push forward end enjoy the life YOU want.
I have over fifteen years of experience listening to clients who feel unheard, confused, angry, disheartened or hopeless about past or current difficulties in their life. Difficulties may be related to loss, relationship breakdown, parenting, children, life transitions, daily family struggles, health issues, or stress management. Perhaps there is something specific they would like to change, or they may need to explore before being ready to discover some goals and options. People are generally seeking to feel heard, validated, and guided, while having their individual perspectives and preferences valued.
I have over fifteen years of experience listening to clients who feel unheard, confused, angry, disheartened or hopeless about past or current difficulties in their life. Difficulties may be related to loss, relationship breakdown, parenting, children, life transitions, daily family struggles, health issues, or stress management. Perhaps there is something specific they would like to change, or they may need to explore before being ready to discover some goals and options. People are generally seeking to feel heard, validated, and guided, while having their individual perspectives and preferences valued.
Alegna Solutions Psychology Practice
Psychologist, PsychD, Assoc MAPS
1 Endorsed
Southport, QLD 4215
Hi and Welcome. I pride myself on helping and improving the wellbeing of my clients. It doesn't matter where you come from, I can help you find improvement and solutions towards a better life. I have been a registered psychologist for the past 20 years and provided confidential counselling, coaching, and mentoring services to clients Australia Wide from my private practice on the Gold Coast, both face to face and online. I have a wide variety of skills working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. For the kids, I'm known as the "Happy Lady" and for the adults I'm known as "The Iron fist in a Velvet Glove".
Hi and Welcome. I pride myself on helping and improving the wellbeing of my clients. It doesn't matter where you come from, I can help you find improvement and solutions towards a better life. I have been a registered psychologist for the past 20 years and provided confidential counselling, coaching, and mentoring services to clients Australia Wide from my private practice on the Gold Coast, both face to face and online. I have a wide variety of skills working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. For the kids, I'm known as the "Happy Lady" and for the adults I'm known as "The Iron fist in a Velvet Glove".
I am a registered psychologist with more than 20 years of experience who provides a warm, compassionate, and client-centred space. I draw on CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, and holistic perspectives, integrating self-compassion throughout my work. Sessions are collaborative, inclusive, and trauma-informed, with a focus on calming the nervous system, building resilience, and supporting meaningful change. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, life transitions, identity, and self-worth concerns as well as support for perimenopause/ menopause and neurodiversity.
I am a registered psychologist with more than 20 years of experience who provides a warm, compassionate, and client-centred space. I draw on CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, and holistic perspectives, integrating self-compassion throughout my work. Sessions are collaborative, inclusive, and trauma-informed, with a focus on calming the nervous system, building resilience, and supporting meaningful change. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, life transitions, identity, and self-worth concerns as well as support for perimenopause/ menopause and neurodiversity.
Hello! I'm a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist, I'm neurodivergent & love working with people seeking to discover more about themselves. I'm lucky to be part of my client's moments of realisation, of clarity & understanding-when everything finally makes sense! I provide ADHD & Autism assessments for Adults & Therapy support for Children, Adolescents & Adults exploring their neurodivergent identity, those experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Stress, ADHD support & sensory & learning differences. I'm trauma-informed & provide EMDR Therapy. Appointments available in the next 1-2 weeks - my work is personal, relational & collaborative.
Hello! I'm a neurodiversity-affirming psychologist, I'm neurodivergent & love working with people seeking to discover more about themselves. I'm lucky to be part of my client's moments of realisation, of clarity & understanding-when everything finally makes sense! I provide ADHD & Autism assessments for Adults & Therapy support for Children, Adolescents & Adults exploring their neurodivergent identity, those experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Stress, ADHD support & sensory & learning differences. I'm trauma-informed & provide EMDR Therapy. Appointments available in the next 1-2 weeks - my work is personal, relational & collaborative.
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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.