Art Therapy Counselling in Sandy Bay, TAS

Bachelor in Psychology; Graduate in Psychology; Post-Graduation in Art Therapy; Post-Graduation in Psychological Practice in Institutions. I undertook my psychological training in Brazil and have more than 15 years of experience in the provision of mental health care and psychological services. I am now a registered Australian Psychologist. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families, dealing with a range of complex emotional disorders, illnesses and life challenges. I am passionate about humanistic care and have extensive experience with existential therapy, client-centred and narrative therapy.

I'm a poly-friendly relationship specialist with over 10 years experiences working with adults in clinical settings and in private practice. My qualifications include emotionally-focused therapy, person-centred therapy, art therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy. I am the founder and lead therapist of Unison Counselling where we have a special focus on issues relating to polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships, and the LGBTQIA+ communities. We are available for both individual and relationship counselling and appointments are available online or in person.

Hi, I'm Samuel and I'm an Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.

Please reach out via email. Hello! I'm Lauren (she/they) and I am an Arts Psychotherapist and Counsellor based in the Outer Eastern suburbs of Naarm (Melbourne). I have lived experience of being neurodivergent (AuDHD) and I am currently exploring my own queer identity. I am passionate about neuro-affirming care and psychoeducation around neurodivergence, and holistic care for youth, women and queer folk living with disability and trauma. I am a mum to one human teen and one elderly Siamese cat. I am an established artist who dabbles in art journaling, mixed media art, photography, dance and movement and more.

Saria is a trained family therapist with a Master’s degree from the Bouverie centre, Latrobe University and is an accredited mental health social worker, with a Bachelor’s degree from University of Tasmania. Saria has dedicated over 16 years to providing treatment and support to young people and their families impacted by mental illness, grief and loss, and trauma.

Fully-certified since 2019, I’ve been successfully counselling clients nationally to facilitate their self-growth. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I also provide therapeutic support to those who have or are currently experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and other debilitating mental health conditions that impact on everyday life.

Neurological conditions affect both the patient and their family. I offer my services to both. Neurological disorders are doubtless among the most frightening illnesses that human beings face. Knowledge is sometimes the only power there is against the vagaries of these ailments. That is where counselling from a specialist psychotherapist comes in. I will make an assessment of the patient’s condition and take a medical history. I will also work with the patient’s doctor to coordinate the psychotherapy with medical treatment. I offer sessions by Phone, Skype, FaceTime and ZOOM. Call me and let’s discuss possible therapeutic options.

Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).

Are you facing a crisis of faith from a religious upbringing or abuse in your spiritual community? Perhaps you were raised in a religious household, and you're still unraveling the lingering effects. Struggling with the impact of purity culture? Healing from religious trauma or deconstructing takes time, commitment, and self-compassion, but healing is possible! In the LGBTQIA+ community too? I get it. I provide a safe and affirming space for exploring your spirituality, sexuality and gender, on your terms.

***PLEASE CONTACT ME VIA EMAIL*** Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm an Arts Therapist, Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I am Non-Binary and Neurodivergent with a lived experience of Chronic Illness. I am very passionate about Disability Rights, the LGBTQIA+ Community and Mental Health. I am also vegan and love animals. I also have a sensory garden outside the studio.

Life moves in spirals, we make new learning, new discoveries. Sometimes we return to the same theme over and over, each time with a new angle or perspective. As we grow, understand or heal - the approach also needs to develop along side us. My approach is to be alongside you in your own journey towards better self understanding and compassion - wherever you are.

When you're overwhelmed, overworked and anxious, you are in survival mode. You're in too deep to think ahead. And it's way too hard to enact that self care plan. In fact, even thinking about it can feel exhausting. What you need is a way to create space and connect back into yourself.

Are you part of the Queer (LGBTQA+SB) Communities or exploring, questioning or concealing your diverse gender or sexuality? Looking for a Queer Informed or Queer/Gay Friendly Counsellor? Someone who 'just gets it'? Where I can be my authentic Self with when I feel comfortable & safe? I have a unique understanding of the impacts living in a cisgender hetero normative society can have on the mental wellbeing of LGBTQA+ individuals & our communities. I offer a queer informed, person centred, strengths based therapy approach working exclusively with LGBTQA+ individuals 25 plus & those exploring their authentic gender & sexuality.

A client would attend the clinic to address their presenting concerns, without the fear of judgement, stigma or shame. A client might be feeling lost, hopeless or worthless and feeling the need to get some assistance with their mood and negative thoughts.

My approach as a psychotherapist is holistic, non-judgemental, trauma informed & deeply relational. I have worked in various roles including mental health counselling, outdoor education teaching, adventure therapy, wilderness rites of passage, & group facilitation for over a decade, supporting adults, young people & families. I bring these diverse experiences into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work.

I am a senior social worker with many years experience in private practice and working in government and non-government agencies across Australia. I have worked with men, women, children and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few. I am a confident, highly motivated professional and take pride in my ability to communicate, both orally and written, with clients, management and supporting agencies to ensure a high level and comprehensive service.

If you have experienced loss through relationship, death, career or injury then I can offer support and guidance. My counselling models mindfulness, body (somatic) awareness and cognitive behaviour therapy. Emotional issues such as relationship concerns, trauma, abuse and addictions are areas I am qualified to support you in. I will be offering empowering options for you as you seek solutions to areas in your life that are not benefiting you.