Rachel
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
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Queen Victoria Women's Centre, 210 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Let's Connect (03) 7003 2174
I have a strong interest in supporting women and girls to foster a positive self-image through self-compassion and self-awareness. My work centres on recognising and processing trauma, as well treating depression, anxiety, body-image dissatisfaction, grief, and relationship difficulties. I also work with women through the perinatal and postnatal period. In addition to therapeutic work, I conduct clinical assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seek to facilitate empowered and affirming relationships with neurodiversity.
My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-focused. My practice is also informed by examining the interplay between social forces and individual psychology, having observed that women and girls often develop negative ideas about themselves that have their origin in harmful cultural practices, such as the imposition of gender norms.
I aim to cultivate a safe environment where unhelpful feelings and patterns of behaviour can be explored and understood. And, when working with girls, I seek to foster a relationship with parents and include them in understanding and implementing the strategies being introduced to support their daughters’ wellbeing.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Rachel Purchase now - (03) 7003 2174
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $295
Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Rachel Purchase
Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (03) 7003 2174
Expertise and Interests
Practice Areas
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Religious Trauma
- Self Esteem
- Testing and Evaluation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
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Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- Feminist
- Motivational Interviewing
- Schema Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (03) 7003 2174
Location
Primary Location
Melbourne Centre for Women's Mental Health
Queen Victoria Women's Centre
210 Lonsdale Street
Melbourne, VIC 3000
(03) 7003 2174Email me
Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Take the first step to help. Call now - (03) 7003 2174