Sofy Zlatkin
Counsellor, ACA-L1 (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (03) 8771 5797

Every family has a story, and sometimes it reaches a turning point. Whether you come as an individual, a couple, or a family, therapy can be a space to slow down, talk things through, and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I work with families, couples, children, and adolescents navigating parenting challenges, communication difficulties, separation, and emotional overwhelm.
Family therapy may involve individual sessions, parent or couple work, or the whole family. My approach integrates family therapy with child-inclusive mediation, always keeping children’s emotional safety and wellbeing in mind.
I believe that strong, fulfilling relationships are built on a foundation of trust, respect, and mutual understanding. Through tailored interventions and evidence-based techniques, I empower families and children to navigate challenges, deepen their emotional bond, and create lasting positive change in their lives.
All families face challenges at times. Whether it’s the demands of a busy schedule, the responsibilities of raising children, battling depression, coping with medical condition, sexual dysfunction, the pain of infidelity, or adapting to significant life changes. With the right support and dedication, you can restore and strengthen your relationship.
Call or Email Sofy Zlatkin Zahavi now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 8771 5797
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $180
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- NDIS
Sofy Zlatkin Zahavi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 5797
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Sofy Zahavi
- Degree/Diploma from University of Tasmania in Counselling (P.Grad) Post graduate diploma in counselling / 2025
Counsellor: Sofy Zahavi
Additional Credentials
Sofy Zlatkin Zahavi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 5797
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Family Conflict
- Relationship Issues
- Parenting
Practice Areas
- Behavioural Issues
- Child
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- School Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Sofy Zlatkin Zahavi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 5797
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Hebrew ,
Russian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Hebrew ,
Russian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Person-Centred
- Strength-Based
Sofy Zlatkin Zahavi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 8771 5797