Female Counselling in Ascot Vale, VIC
See all counsellors in Ascot Vale
Avrille Burrows
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Avrille Burrows is a Naarm (Melbourne) based South Asian Mental Health Clinician and Arts Therapist. She has worked for over 12 years with people from various backgrounds who have experienced trauma such as family violence, abuse, loss, separation and racism. She understands how these can impact our relationships, confidence and the toll it can take on our physical body with symptoms such as headaches, pain, depression, anxiety and stress. As a migrant,
woman
of colour and mother, Avrille understands the complexities of navigating culture, identity, family dynamics, and raising children as a settler on this land.
Insession Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
I'm a counsellor and South Asian
Woman
of Colour with over 10 years experience in psychology, counselling and mental health. I started Insession Counselling to provide therapy to people from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities and sexual orientations. Navigating my own experiences of marginalisation and intersectionality as a queer Sri-Lankan
woman
has allowed me to truly understand how culture, gender and sexuality shape so much of who we are and how we experience relationships. I combine this lived experience with evidence-based psychological interventions so that the therapy you receive is tailored specifically to you.
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
& Online
Toya Ricci
Counsellor, MA
Toya (she/her) is an inclusive and culturally sensitive counsellor, sex therapist and sexuality educator with experience in supporting people from diverse backgrounds. Both as a professional and a
woman
of colour, Toya recognises that therapy can be a vulnerable and challenging process and seeks to create a safe and supportive environment for her clients to explore their concerns and experiences so that they can achieve meaningful outcomes.
Tigist Kebede
MA
Tigist Kebede is Naarm (Melbourne) based Black Counsellor, who employs trauma informed, decolonizing and intersectional frameworks into her practice and advocacy. She specificalised in working with adults with particular interest in culturally responsive clinical practice. Tigist has experience working forensic, non-profit and health sector. She has a history with working with racial trauma, sexual assault, family violence and refugee trauma.
Diem Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Western Psychology offers psychological therapy to young people and adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and substance use. We believe in positive therapeutic relationships and collaboration with clients to achieve therapeutic goals.
Dr Karin du Plessis - Relationships Squared
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
Couples come to me often feeling that the constant arguing is wearing them down, that they are at the bottom of their partner’s priority list, or that they feel more like roommates rather than lovers. Others complain of constant bickering, walking on eggshells around each other, or living like ships in the night. I also see couples for pre-marital counselling and specific problems such as sexual difficulties, infidelity, money, in-laws, addictions and parenting. In working together we will build insights into patterns that are no longer serving you, and develop action so we can move you from stuck to thriving again.
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
& Online
Emma Austin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Emma is a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with children, adolescents and adults. She is a warm therapist who treats each client as an individual. Emma is passionate about working with clients who experience anxiety, OCD, anger, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship difficulties, unhealthy coping mechanisms and low self esteem. She is known for building strong, trusting relationships with her clients.
Natalia Burfurd
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified
Verified
I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.
Waitlist for new clients
Ashlee Hancock, clinical psychologist for teens
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Ashlee works with teenagers aged 13 - 19 years and their families, specialising in the assessment and treatment of mental health difficulties. Ashlee is a registered psychologist who has experience in hospital settings, community health and the public mental health system, predominantly providing specialist mental health services for young people experiencing severe and/or complex mental illness. She has a special interest in working with young people experiencing Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Psychosis.
Yukti Prakash Mehta
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I have worked closely with clients presenting with a range of mental health problems in both private and public settings. I am interested in working with adolescents and young adults who present with eating difficulties, poor body image, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, as well as school and work-related stress
Julie Donnelly
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
If you are looking for support for life's challenges due to change, transition or trauma, I welcome your enquiry and contact. I am an experienced Counsellor who loves working with individuals to support changes in their lives. Whether you are coping with bereavement, grief and loss, anxiety or depression, relationship issues or simply feel stuck in life, we will work together to find new insights and identify your strengths and coping skills.
Bright Psych
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Joanne Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Jo. I am a registered Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Family Therapist with experience working in public and private mental health settings. I primarily work with children and adolescents using a systemic approach of involving parents where appropriate. My work with children incorporates play and considers their developmental age. I also offer therapeutic interventions to individual adults and families. I enjoy the dynamic nature of family and parent-child therapy, to help mobilise your individual and collective strengths that will promote deeper connectivity and improve family relationships.
Kayla Cutajar
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist experienced in working with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and in their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Not accepting new clients
Germaine Gergis
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Dr Germaine Gergis, is a board-endorsed Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Lecturer with many years' experience in delivering high quality assessments and treatment to infants, children, adolescents and adults, and their families. Germaine has worked across private and public sectors helping those who have presented with a diverse range of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has extensive experience in working with mood & anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related disorders and personality disorders. Speciality roles include infant mental health & autism spectrum disorders, including providing second opinions.
Mind In Mind Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified
Verified
Specialising in assessment and therapy for children, adults and adolescents. We offer cognitive, learning & neurodevelopmental assessments available (including ADHD and ASD). We are committed to providing quality psychological care that is tailored to your individual needs and we offer a range of treatments including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and EMDR. We believe that you are the expert when it comes to your mind and body, and our job is to provide the tools and guidance to help you achieve your goals.
Elaine Chong
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I enjoy conducting cognitive, educational and comprehensive cognitive assessments to aid in diagnosis, intervention and identify support needs. Aside from assessments, I also have experience working with clients across the lifespan who present with various difficulties including developmental delays, neurodevelopmental disorders, learning delays, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, behavioural difficulties, and trauma.
Waitlist for new clients
Maria Andreadis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Mary is a psychologist with experience treating a wide range of mental health issues, ranging from anxiety and depression to trauma, personality disorders and attachment concerns. Mary has particular interest in supporting people in navigating difficulties within the context of childhood experiences and trauma. Mary's ethos is centred on the fact that our minds are intertwined with our everyday lives. By working with our inner world we can begin taking steps toward creating positive change. Mary offers a warm, compassionate approach and will support you in gaining a deeper understanding of your issues and how to manage them.
More Therapists Nearby
Helen Su
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Since starting my career in psychology in 2008, I have enjoyed worked with adults of all ages. Some of the issues that have been brought to therapy include interpersonal issues, family conflict, career/workplace issues, academic/study problems, grief, struggles with mood, motivation, identity, values and life transition. My clients come from all walks of life: tradies and warehouse personnel, students, retirees, teachers, fellow health professionals, stay-at-home moms, career
women
, new migrants, second generation Australians - all of who are just trying to navigate what mental health means to them and what they want out of life.
Karla-Kai Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced clinical social worker, who works therapeutically with individuals, couples and families. I have been practicing for 8 years and I am passionate about promoting self-determined recovery, and advocating for the social inclusion and empowerment of
women
, girls, non-binary and gender diverse people. I have extensive experience supporting people to manage a variety of challenges across the lifespan including people with anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, psychosis, trauma, and neurodiversity. I also work with
women
who are experiencing disordered eating and body image concerns.
See more therapy options for
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.