Female Psychologists and Therapists in Brighton, SA

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Almond Therapy & Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Brighton, SA 5048
I support adults and youth (15-18 yrs) who may be navigating anxiety, depression, stress and other difficult life transitions. You may come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected and are looking for clarity, support and a deeper understanding of yourself. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I support you in building further insight into yourself, develop helpful coping strategies and move toward more meaningful, lasting change.
I support adults and youth (15-18 yrs) who may be navigating anxiety, depression, stress and other difficult life transitions. You may come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected and are looking for clarity, support and a deeper understanding of yourself. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I support you in building further insight into yourself, develop helpful coping strategies and move toward more meaningful, lasting change.
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ACT with Grace Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Brighton, SA 5048
Life brings many challenges, and I am interested in helping my clients grow and thrive in the face of these challenges. I have a particular interest and passion in working with clients with anxiety. I help them initially to understand how the brain functions in an anxious state and then together we discover what is important to them and we work towards achieving their goals. In relationship counselling, I use counselling practices that assists each partner to be heard and validated. I work with both partners to identify negative behavior patterns and assist them to learn new ways of interacting to regain their sense of connection.
Life brings many challenges, and I am interested in helping my clients grow and thrive in the face of these challenges. I have a particular interest and passion in working with clients with anxiety. I help them initially to understand how the brain functions in an anxious state and then together we discover what is important to them and we work towards achieving their goals. In relationship counselling, I use counselling practices that assists each partner to be heard and validated. I work with both partners to identify negative behavior patterns and assist them to learn new ways of interacting to regain their sense of connection.
(08) 7008 9421 View (08) 7008 9421
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Hearts and Mind Counselling (SA)
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Brighton, SA 5048
I draw from my training and experience to support and guide clients to a place of greater wellbeing, stronger relationships, and healing. I work with individuals and couples, providing an empowering, confidential and safe space in which to work creatively and begin the process of problem solving and personal growth.
I draw from my training and experience to support and guide clients to a place of greater wellbeing, stronger relationships, and healing. I work with individuals and couples, providing an empowering, confidential and safe space in which to work creatively and begin the process of problem solving and personal growth.
(08) 7079 5652 View (08) 7079 5652
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CMBPsychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brighton, SA 5048
My name is Caroline - I am a Clinical Psychologist and former Primary School Teacher and have worked with children, young people, their families and school staff for three decades! I love what I do! I love to work with children and young people experiencing all kinds of challenges relating to emotions, school, relationships and change. I also love to work with women in the helping professions, particularly teachers, navigating exhaustion, anxiety and uncertainty, or looking for more meaning and purpose in life.
My name is Caroline - I am a Clinical Psychologist and former Primary School Teacher and have worked with children, young people, their families and school staff for three decades! I love what I do! I love to work with children and young people experiencing all kinds of challenges relating to emotions, school, relationships and change. I also love to work with women in the helping professions, particularly teachers, navigating exhaustion, anxiety and uncertainty, or looking for more meaning and purpose in life.
(08) 7008 7857 View (08) 7008 7857
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Danielle Larcombe
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Brighton, SA 5048
At See Change Counselling, I offer a warm and supportive space where you can talk openly and without judgment. Whether you’re dealing with stress, grief, relationship changes, parenting struggles, or personal growth, we’ll work together to explore what’s happening beneath the surface and find a way forward that feels right for you.
At See Change Counselling, I offer a warm and supportive space where you can talk openly and without judgment. Whether you’re dealing with stress, grief, relationship changes, parenting struggles, or personal growth, we’ll work together to explore what’s happening beneath the surface and find a way forward that feels right for you.
(08) 7008 7649 View (08) 7008 7649
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Psych Sanctuary
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brighton, SA 5048
I support individuals (18+ years and over), couples and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, issues related to being a parent or sibling of a child with a disability or chronic illness, issues related to being a carer, body image, eating or weight concerns, self-esteem and self-identity concerns, study or work related stressors. I support my clients and work collaboratively with them from a non-judgemental space to move towards and achieve their goals and improve their overall levels of well being.
I support individuals (18+ years and over), couples and families who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, issues related to being a parent or sibling of a child with a disability or chronic illness, issues related to being a carer, body image, eating or weight concerns, self-esteem and self-identity concerns, study or work related stressors. I support my clients and work collaboratively with them from a non-judgemental space to move towards and achieve their goals and improve their overall levels of well being.
(08) 7184 4934 View (08) 7184 4934
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Reasonable Care Services (Deborah Richards)
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Brighton, SA 5048
My ideal client is someone who is neurodivergent and ready to build a life that accommodates their actual sensory and emotional needs. Those dealing with autistic burnout, complex masking exhaustion, executive function needs, and neurodivergent identity exploration. I also welcome carers and family/significant people in their lives who are working through the complexities of building meaningful cross-neurotype connections that are not based on assumptions. People seeking to connect with their values and actions understanding that life is complicated. I hold personal insight and lived experience into neurodivergent realities.
My ideal client is someone who is neurodivergent and ready to build a life that accommodates their actual sensory and emotional needs. Those dealing with autistic burnout, complex masking exhaustion, executive function needs, and neurodivergent identity exploration. I also welcome carers and family/significant people in their lives who are working through the complexities of building meaningful cross-neurotype connections that are not based on assumptions. People seeking to connect with their values and actions understanding that life is complicated. I hold personal insight and lived experience into neurodivergent realities.
(08) 7008 7235 View (08) 7008 7235
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Elizabeth Rogers- Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Liz is currently accepting new clients for Telehealth sessions (bulk billing for eligible clients is available). Liz is a clinical psychologist passionate about supporting clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Her clinical experience spans both public and private mental health settings. She supports clients with a broad range of psychological concerns, with a particular interest in the areas of anxiety, OCD, and trauma. She aims to help individuals who find themselves stuck in negative life patterns to reach goals aligned with their values.
Liz is currently accepting new clients for Telehealth sessions (bulk billing for eligible clients is available). Liz is a clinical psychologist passionate about supporting clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Her clinical experience spans both public and private mental health settings. She supports clients with a broad range of psychological concerns, with a particular interest in the areas of anxiety, OCD, and trauma. She aims to help individuals who find themselves stuck in negative life patterns to reach goals aligned with their values.
(08) 7008 7058 View (08) 7008 7058
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Mind Strategy Psychological Focussed Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Mind Strategy covers a broad range of issues such as Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disturbances, Personality Disorders, Behaviour Management, Panic, Phobias, Relationship Issues, Chronic Stress, Grief and Loss. Mind Strategy can provide short-term or long-term counselling, adapting to your needs and goals. Mind Strategy endeavours to assist clients with the process of change. We offer insight into emotional and behavioural responses to thoughts, and provide rationale or reasoning behind unhelpful thoughts. Mind Strategy provides therapeutic support in a safe and nurturing environment.
Mind Strategy covers a broad range of issues such as Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disturbances, Personality Disorders, Behaviour Management, Panic, Phobias, Relationship Issues, Chronic Stress, Grief and Loss. Mind Strategy can provide short-term or long-term counselling, adapting to your needs and goals. Mind Strategy endeavours to assist clients with the process of change. We offer insight into emotional and behavioural responses to thoughts, and provide rationale or reasoning behind unhelpful thoughts. Mind Strategy provides therapeutic support in a safe and nurturing environment.
(08) 7008 7096 View (08) 7008 7096
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Kerry is an experienced and skilled counsellor who has been supporting couples of varied ages through general, more complex, and diverse issues. Kerry has worked in a range of sectors including not for profit organisations, schools and now in private practice and is registered with the Australian Counselling Association L2. Through her expertise she offers therapeutic services to guide and support couples to develop strategies and skills to build and understand your inner world as a couple. Working from a gentle, client-centred approach, she works collaboratively with each couple to ensure the best outcomes are reached.
Kerry is an experienced and skilled counsellor who has been supporting couples of varied ages through general, more complex, and diverse issues. Kerry has worked in a range of sectors including not for profit organisations, schools and now in private practice and is registered with the Australian Counselling Association L2. Through her expertise she offers therapeutic services to guide and support couples to develop strategies and skills to build and understand your inner world as a couple. Working from a gentle, client-centred approach, she works collaboratively with each couple to ensure the best outcomes are reached.
(08) 7228 0429 View (08) 7228 0429
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Art of Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Everyone has their own strengths and potentials - often all you need is a leg-up to help reach for them. We experience life differently, too. One person's anger, trauma, grief or self-doubt is not the same as the next person's. My interests in animals, nature and outdoor sports taught me to value the whole person; mind, body, heart and intuition. So you won't have to perform in any way. Each session is designed for you, based on Master’s degree-level expertise, evidence-based approaches, compassion, respect and experience.
Everyone has their own strengths and potentials - often all you need is a leg-up to help reach for them. We experience life differently, too. One person's anger, trauma, grief or self-doubt is not the same as the next person's. My interests in animals, nature and outdoor sports taught me to value the whole person; mind, body, heart and intuition. So you won't have to perform in any way. Each session is designed for you, based on Master’s degree-level expertise, evidence-based approaches, compassion, respect and experience.
(08) 7111 3827 View (08) 7111 3827
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Barbara E Gilmore
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Talking to a counsellor is an important choice to make because feeling emotionally well is not easy and problems do not usually get better in isolation or silence. HSP being highly sensitive with its uniqueness; or expected or unexpected transitions or change, for example, take courage and support. Grief; or relationship issues, too, take time to understand and learn about. Trauma of any size is important to discover its unique impact in your life. SPS and empathic traits are worthy of recognition and understanding.
Talking to a counsellor is an important choice to make because feeling emotionally well is not easy and problems do not usually get better in isolation or silence. HSP being highly sensitive with its uniqueness; or expected or unexpected transitions or change, for example, take courage and support. Grief; or relationship issues, too, take time to understand and learn about. Trauma of any size is important to discover its unique impact in your life. SPS and empathic traits are worthy of recognition and understanding.
(08) 7008 7159 View (08) 7008 7159
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Kate Jurgens
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor. I support people to adapt to a significant change in their life following someone close dying. If you are experiencing grief and feel confused, stuck or overwhelmed reach out. Change can occur with empathic listening and reflective inquiry. Medicare Rebates apply with a GP referral. If you hold a white or gold card, sessions are available without cost with a GP referral under the DVA program. At present, this practice does not provide autism specific services, and individuals with ASD may benefit from seeking support from practitioners with dedicated expertise.
I am a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor. I support people to adapt to a significant change in their life following someone close dying. If you are experiencing grief and feel confused, stuck or overwhelmed reach out. Change can occur with empathic listening and reflective inquiry. Medicare Rebates apply with a GP referral. If you hold a white or gold card, sessions are available without cost with a GP referral under the DVA program. At present, this practice does not provide autism specific services, and individuals with ASD may benefit from seeking support from practitioners with dedicated expertise.
(08) 7008 9037 View (08) 7008 9037
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Stacey Wallace
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Any client is an ideal client. Someone who is in need of finding themselves. I have no boundaries when it comes to clients.
Any client is an ideal client. Someone who is in need of finding themselves. I have no boundaries when it comes to clients.
(08) 7111 3967 View (08) 7111 3967
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Caroleena Khayatte
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Serves Area
You might not always feel like it, but you are the expert on your own life. As a registered psychotherapist, my role is to help you untangle what’s keeping you stuck and make sense of how your experiences have shaped you. I specialize in relational and trauma work, helping people gain clarity, strengthen connection, feel safe and grounded, and have more insight into themselves and relationships. Using approaches like parts work (IFS-informed), nervous system regulation, and PACT, I support individuals and couples in navigating challenges, deepening trust, and creating lasting change.
You might not always feel like it, but you are the expert on your own life. As a registered psychotherapist, my role is to help you untangle what’s keeping you stuck and make sense of how your experiences have shaped you. I specialize in relational and trauma work, helping people gain clarity, strengthen connection, feel safe and grounded, and have more insight into themselves and relationships. Using approaches like parts work (IFS-informed), nervous system regulation, and PACT, I support individuals and couples in navigating challenges, deepening trust, and creating lasting change.
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Kerry Gardner
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Kerry is a neuroaffirming psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, work–life balance challenges, and complex mental health conditions such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. She has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, and she has experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Kerry is a neuroaffirming psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, work–life balance challenges, and complex mental health conditions such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. She has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, and she has experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
(08) 8311 3964 View (08) 8311 3964

More Therapists Nearby

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Charlotte Parr
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
(02) 4214 8187 View (02) 4214 8187
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Natalie - IFS, Somatic & EMDR Trauma Therapist
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
(03) 8771 5771 View (03) 8771 5771
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
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Jesica Lule
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
(07) 2100 4449 View (07) 2100 4449
FAQ - Therapist Gender
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.