Female Counselling in Armadale, VIC
Don't expect to see a change if you don't make one. I enable positive change. My clients may have seen a therapist or coach before, but it didn't change anything for them. They then come to me. They want to make lasting positive change in their lives, but they need somebody to give them structured tools and support them in the growth process. Change can be good, but it is not easy. Typically, my clients come to me feeling that living on auto-pilot or that they have lost touch with who they are at their core. They desire more life satisfaction and are prepared to work for it. They want to thrive not just survive.
Don't expect to see a change if you don't make one. I enable positive change. My clients may have seen a therapist or coach before, but it didn't change anything for them. They then come to me. They want to make lasting positive change in their lives, but they need somebody to give them structured tools and support them in the growth process. Change can be good, but it is not easy. Typically, my clients come to me feeling that living on auto-pilot or that they have lost touch with who they are at their core. They desire more life satisfaction and are prepared to work for it. They want to thrive not just survive.
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.
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.
Maya Feldman is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Full Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). She works in private practice and has held positions in Public Mental Health and Private Mental Health Settings. Maya utilises evidence based psychological modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Relaxation Training, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. Maya works with a range of presenting problems including Stress and Worry, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Emotional Difficulties, Relationship Issues, Grief and loss, Self,
Maya Feldman is a registered Clinical Psychologist and a Full Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). She works in private practice and has held positions in Public Mental Health and Private Mental Health Settings. Maya utilises evidence based psychological modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Relaxation Training, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Therapy. Maya works with a range of presenting problems including Stress and Worry, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Emotional Difficulties, Relationship Issues, Grief and loss, Self,
Yuli is a Clinical Psychologist providing psychological services for children, teenagers, young adults and Parents. Through her caring and compassionate approach, Yuli strives to create a safe and connected space for young people to explore their vulnerability and daily internal and external experiences, without judgement. She adopts a collaborative and holistic approach in working with families and tailors her treatments to meet the individual needs of the child, adolescent and their family.
Yuli is a Clinical Psychologist providing psychological services for children, teenagers, young adults and Parents. Through her caring and compassionate approach, Yuli strives to create a safe and connected space for young people to explore their vulnerability and daily internal and external experiences, without judgement. She adopts a collaborative and holistic approach in working with families and tailors her treatments to meet the individual needs of the child, adolescent and their family.
I work in a way that is sensitive and thoughtful toward very complex life experiences of ongoing grief, loss, or feeling stuck when life is feeling uncertain. Many of us benefit from a person to talk to, to consider our own needs or to work through priorities and how to bring change more smoothly and confidently into our life. You may want more time, freedom, to feel heard or to make sense of the 'right' next steps for you. ;You may want to feel you have work that is more meaningful, happier relationships, or to resolve current or past traumatic experiences. I assist people in a range of ways as they make sense of change.
I work in a way that is sensitive and thoughtful toward very complex life experiences of ongoing grief, loss, or feeling stuck when life is feeling uncertain. Many of us benefit from a person to talk to, to consider our own needs or to work through priorities and how to bring change more smoothly and confidently into our life. You may want more time, freedom, to feel heard or to make sense of the 'right' next steps for you. ;You may want to feel you have work that is more meaningful, happier relationships, or to resolve current or past traumatic experiences. I assist people in a range of ways as they make sense of change.
I am a qualified and registered Psychotherapist and I will work with any presenting issue from your perspective. My non-judgmental, yet challenging approach, is sincere and honest. If you are grappling with issues such as relationship breakdowns, depressive moods, up/down addiction swings, body issues, grief/despair, compulsions or otherwise, these are coping mechanisms to ward off what feels unbearable. Emotional strain and exhaustion are signals that require your attention. Make time to support yourself. You will find me down to earth and easy to talk to in a confidential space. Wisdom and clarity can be your guideposts in future
I am a qualified and registered Psychotherapist and I will work with any presenting issue from your perspective. My non-judgmental, yet challenging approach, is sincere and honest. If you are grappling with issues such as relationship breakdowns, depressive moods, up/down addiction swings, body issues, grief/despair, compulsions or otherwise, these are coping mechanisms to ward off what feels unbearable. Emotional strain and exhaustion are signals that require your attention. Make time to support yourself. You will find me down to earth and easy to talk to in a confidential space. Wisdom and clarity can be your guideposts in future
Mei has extensive experience and expertise in childhood trauma, loss and grief, emotional dis-regulations, behavioural challenges, medical trauma and all support and therapy are to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential through evidence-based therapy in a safe, respectful and compassionate space.
Mei has extensive experience and expertise in childhood trauma, loss and grief, emotional dis-regulations, behavioural challenges, medical trauma and all support and therapy are to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential through evidence-based therapy in a safe, respectful and compassionate space.
Hey there - I am a Family Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor and I work with individuals as well as families at clinics in Armadale, Brighton and Eltham. I have my beautiful Labrador Irma with me. We both enjoy supporting clients of all ages and genders in creating and maintaining healthy relationships with others and with self.
Hey there - I am a Family Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor and I work with individuals as well as families at clinics in Armadale, Brighton and Eltham. I have my beautiful Labrador Irma with me. We both enjoy supporting clients of all ages and genders in creating and maintaining healthy relationships with others and with self.
Few sail through life without encountering obstacles of one sort or another. For the most part we adjust to challenges or emotional upset using our own internal healing systems. Occasionally though, we just can't find a way through the pain and can't understand what went wrong. At these times it is really helpful to talk with someone who is trained to notice the emotions behind your words, and it is by noticing these emotions solutions to your troubles can be found.
Few sail through life without encountering obstacles of one sort or another. For the most part we adjust to challenges or emotional upset using our own internal healing systems. Occasionally though, we just can't find a way through the pain and can't understand what went wrong. At these times it is really helpful to talk with someone who is trained to notice the emotions behind your words, and it is by noticing these emotions solutions to your troubles can be found.
Heart Expression was founded in 2009 by Heidi Gaspar, an experienced Psychologist providing an eclectic mix of clinical counselling and Psychological therapeutic services, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Therapies such as Art Therapy, Sandplay, Music Therapy, and Mindfulness based stress reduction strategies for children, teenagers, adults, parents, couples and families. Experienced school Psychologist with many years in Private Practice.
Heart Expression was founded in 2009 by Heidi Gaspar, an experienced Psychologist providing an eclectic mix of clinical counselling and Psychological therapeutic services, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Therapies such as Art Therapy, Sandplay, Music Therapy, and Mindfulness based stress reduction strategies for children, teenagers, adults, parents, couples and families. Experienced school Psychologist with many years in Private Practice.
Antonina Quinlan @ Child Play Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Armadale, VIC 3143
Empowering children's hearts, supporting parents. I am a dedicated and compassionate Play Therapist using Child-Centred Play Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I specialise in working therapeutically with parents and their children of 2-9 years old towards their full potential. I recognise the importance of facilitating parents with their involvement in the child's therapy by helping them through parent coaching and counselling. I have a special interest in integrating this in therapy with Neurodivergent children and children with other developmental issues.
Empowering children's hearts, supporting parents. I am a dedicated and compassionate Play Therapist using Child-Centred Play Therapy, an approach that is backed by neuroscience and is strictly evidence-based. I specialise in working therapeutically with parents and their children of 2-9 years old towards their full potential. I recognise the importance of facilitating parents with their involvement in the child's therapy by helping them through parent coaching and counselling. I have a special interest in integrating this in therapy with Neurodivergent children and children with other developmental issues.
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Hi, my name is Bridgitte and I am a Clinical Psychologist. Throughout my career, I have worked with both adolescents and adults in a range of settings, including, public mental health, private practice and in schools. When approaching therapy I have a collaborative and strengths based approach, with a strong emphasis on helping clients build confidence and develop practical strategies to manage what ever challenges they are facing. I am conversational and realistic in my approach to therapy and look forward to learning about the individual person to ensure support can be tailored to the person.
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Ali Stevens
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Armadale, VIC 3143
What you can expect working with me: Working as a Clinical Psychologist for six years, my style has been to keep things honest and real. I’ll gently challenge some of the habits or behaviours that might be holding you back. We’ll work together to understand these patterns and find ways to change them so you can feel more in control and happier in your day-to-day life. It might feel a bit uncomfortable sometimes, but I’ll be here to support you as you make those important changes. I also strongly believe in the benefit of a holistic approach, so I will often work alongside any other health professionals involved in your care.
What you can expect working with me: Working as a Clinical Psychologist for six years, my style has been to keep things honest and real. I’ll gently challenge some of the habits or behaviours that might be holding you back. We’ll work together to understand these patterns and find ways to change them so you can feel more in control and happier in your day-to-day life. It might feel a bit uncomfortable sometimes, but I’ll be here to support you as you make those important changes. I also strongly believe in the benefit of a holistic approach, so I will often work alongside any other health professionals involved in your care.
Jessica Lea Lyons
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Armadale, VIC 3143
My approach to therapy is empathetic and collaborative. I use a variety of evidence-based practices to support and work with my clients wherever they are within their life journey. My aim is to create a warm and client-focused environment to allow for exploration and support of the client’s concerns and to instil meaningful change.
My approach to therapy is empathetic and collaborative. I use a variety of evidence-based practices to support and work with my clients wherever they are within their life journey. My aim is to create a warm and client-focused environment to allow for exploration and support of the client’s concerns and to instil meaningful change.
I place a strong emphasis on developing a relationship that allows clients to express themselves openly and honestly. I believe that by understanding our responses to our life experiences we can learn ways to effect change in all areas of our life. I want to promote clients’ strengths and focus on providing practical coping skills to assist this. Through my work I know change is possible and achievable for clients and they can live more fulfilling lives.
I place a strong emphasis on developing a relationship that allows clients to express themselves openly and honestly. I believe that by understanding our responses to our life experiences we can learn ways to effect change in all areas of our life. I want to promote clients’ strengths and focus on providing practical coping skills to assist this. Through my work I know change is possible and achievable for clients and they can live more fulfilling lives.
I'm passionate about supporting women in midlife because I was once there! Despite having a seemingly perfect life, I felt exhausted, resentful, uninspired, overwhelmed, and lonely.
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or anxious? Lost sight of who you are beyond being a mum, wife, employee, daughter, and friend? Looking for more joy, purpose, and meaning? Unsure of your path forward and need someone to talk to and cheer you on? I work with women seeking more from life, aiming to improve relationships and set boundaries. Together, we can untangle your feelings, clarify your desires, and navigate your challenges. I'll support you in taking action and stepping into a life you love!
I'm passionate about supporting women in midlife because I was once there! Despite having a seemingly perfect life, I felt exhausted, resentful, uninspired, overwhelmed, and lonely.
Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or anxious? Lost sight of who you are beyond being a mum, wife, employee, daughter, and friend? Looking for more joy, purpose, and meaning? Unsure of your path forward and need someone to talk to and cheer you on? I work with women seeking more from life, aiming to improve relationships and set boundaries. Together, we can untangle your feelings, clarify your desires, and navigate your challenges. I'll support you in taking action and stepping into a life you love!
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we need extra support to navigate through. At Salt & Earth Psychology, I'm here to help you work through issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, improved self-understanding, and more. My approach is client-centred, meaning we will work together to understand your unique needs and find solutions that are right for you. I provide a warm and supportive environment where you can feel safe to explore and address your concerns. My practice is founded on principles of self-compassion, trauma-informed care, and inclusivity.
Life can be challenging, and sometimes we need extra support to navigate through. At Salt & Earth Psychology, I'm here to help you work through issues like anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, improved self-understanding, and more. My approach is client-centred, meaning we will work together to understand your unique needs and find solutions that are right for you. I provide a warm and supportive environment where you can feel safe to explore and address your concerns. My practice is founded on principles of self-compassion, trauma-informed care, and inclusivity.
Have you thought about seeking help for a long time? Struggling to make sense of what is happening in your life and how to manage your feelings and relationships? Do you want to improve your relationship and improve communication and intimacy? Are you finding that anxiety is running your life and, or feeling low in mood and unmotivated? Seeking help can the first step to moving forward and improving aspects of your life that concern you.
Have you thought about seeking help for a long time? Struggling to make sense of what is happening in your life and how to manage your feelings and relationships? Do you want to improve your relationship and improve communication and intimacy? Are you finding that anxiety is running your life and, or feeling low in mood and unmotivated? Seeking help can the first step to moving forward and improving aspects of your life that concern you.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing issues related to mental health. She is an experienced Psychologist with a family-focused approach where the client is provided with a safe, supportive and nurturing environment during sessions, and the family unit is very much a part of the journey to change.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing issues related to mental health. She is an experienced Psychologist with a family-focused approach where the client is provided with a safe, supportive and nurturing environment during sessions, and the family unit is very much a part of the journey to change.
Judy at Connect2Change aims to create a calm welcoming space for you to pause, reflect and work to better manage what’s painful in life, as well as strengthen what is working well. What kind of person do you want to be? What’s the stuff that’s getting in the way? How do you want to treat yourself? Your body? Other people? Judy sees adolescents, young adults, adults, and families.
Judy at Connect2Change aims to create a calm welcoming space for you to pause, reflect and work to better manage what’s painful in life, as well as strengthen what is working well. What kind of person do you want to be? What’s the stuff that’s getting in the way? How do you want to treat yourself? Your body? Other people? Judy sees adolescents, young adults, adults, and families.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
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—both men and women—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.