Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Ascot Vale, VIC
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.
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.
○Accepting face-to-face clients in West Melbourne and Online○
I work with Veterans, Tradies, and people who identify as LGBTQ. I like to help with a range of concerns from Stress and Burnout, to Trauma and OCD. I like to help people with processing trauma (PTSD), improving communication & relationships, and coping with anxiety and depression. I aim to help clients reach goals of self-empowerment so that they can feel in control of their lives.
My approach can be described as existential - I like to really get down to the core of why we are here and how we can live a fulfilling life.
○Accepting face-to-face clients in West Melbourne and Online○
I work with Veterans, Tradies, and people who identify as LGBTQ. I like to help with a range of concerns from Stress and Burnout, to Trauma and OCD. I like to help people with processing trauma (PTSD), improving communication & relationships, and coping with anxiety and depression. I aim to help clients reach goals of self-empowerment so that they can feel in control of their lives.
My approach can be described as existential - I like to really get down to the core of why we are here and how we can live a fulfilling life.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (Externship), Somatic Psychotherapy, Working with Complex Trauma, Emotion Focused Therapy (Level 1 & 2).
Many people come to therapy after reaching a point where the ways they’ve been coping no longer feel sustainable. You might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in the same relationship patterns, or struggling to understand why certain experiences continue to affect you so deeply - even when part of you feels like you “should” have moved on by now. For some, therapy becomes a space to finally slow down and pay attention to things they’ve spent years pushing aside, minimising, or trying to manage on their own.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (Externship), Somatic Psychotherapy, Working with Complex Trauma, Emotion Focused Therapy (Level 1 & 2).
Many people come to therapy after reaching a point where the ways they’ve been coping no longer feel sustainable. You might find yourself feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in the same relationship patterns, or struggling to understand why certain experiences continue to affect you so deeply - even when part of you feels like you “should” have moved on by now. For some, therapy becomes a space to finally slow down and pay attention to things they’ve spent years pushing aside, minimising, or trying to manage on their own.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Online Educator at The University of Melbourne for the Graduate degree in Youth Mental Health. I have several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. I work to help you uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms, getting to the core of your issues with a focus on long-term change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Online Educator at The University of Melbourne for the Graduate degree in Youth Mental Health. I have several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. I work to help you uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms, getting to the core of your issues with a focus on long-term change.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
I have extensive experience in supporting young people, adults and families with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, PMDD, biopolar disorder, trauma, life transitions, and work-life balance. This includes individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and people who identify as gender diverse or neurodivergent.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
I have extensive experience in supporting young people, adults and families with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, PMDD, biopolar disorder, trauma, life transitions, and work-life balance. This includes individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and people who identify as gender diverse or neurodivergent.
I take an integrative approach and utilise somatic as well as creative practices (with clay especially) where suitable and beneficial for my clients.
As a therapist, I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuroaffirming foundation — attuned to the unique pace and story of each person along this supportive path to self-discovery and healing. I focus on fostering a safe, inclusive environment where clients can explore their stories, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
I take an integrative approach and utilise somatic as well as creative practices (with clay especially) where suitable and beneficial for my clients.
As a therapist, I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuroaffirming foundation — attuned to the unique pace and story of each person along this supportive path to self-discovery and healing. I focus on fostering a safe, inclusive environment where clients can explore their stories, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
I'm passionate about supporting people with body-image and eating concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship/interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, emotion dysregulation, and other complexities. I aim to build collaborative and creative treatment plans with clients, that are affirming and tailored to each person’s unique circumstances, goals and needs. I hope to provide a safe, warm and supportive base for people to reflect on patterns and experiences, in order to develop strategies to lead their most valued, authentic and meaningful lives. You are welcome here to be human.
I'm passionate about supporting people with body-image and eating concerns, as well as anxiety, depression, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship/interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, emotion dysregulation, and other complexities. I aim to build collaborative and creative treatment plans with clients, that are affirming and tailored to each person’s unique circumstances, goals and needs. I hope to provide a safe, warm and supportive base for people to reflect on patterns and experiences, in order to develop strategies to lead their most valued, authentic and meaningful lives. You are welcome here to be human.
More Therapists Nearby
I specialise in trauma therapy, including EMDR and somatic approaches.
You might be someone who holds a lot inside. On the outside, life continues with work, relationships, responsibilities, while you may feel internally overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or tired in a way that rest doesn’t seem to fix.
I am experienced working with people who have past experiences that still live in the body, patterns that repeat in relationships, or a sense of not fully belonging.
I’m especially passionate about supporting people from a migrant background. I deeply understand the challenges from cultural expectations, unspoken family dynamics, or emotional experiences that do not fit into the mainstream culture.
I specialise in trauma therapy, including EMDR and somatic approaches.
You might be someone who holds a lot inside. On the outside, life continues with work, relationships, responsibilities, while you may feel internally overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or tired in a way that rest doesn’t seem to fix.
I am experienced working with people who have past experiences that still live in the body, patterns that repeat in relationships, or a sense of not fully belonging.
I’m especially passionate about supporting people from a migrant background. I deeply understand the challenges from cultural expectations, unspoken family dynamics, or emotional experiences that do not fit into the mainstream culture.
I work with adults, adolescents, and children seeking support for a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), grief and loss, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality diagnoses, relationship or family challenges.
My experience also includes the assessment and support of neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum and ADHD), as well as people navigating complex systems like the NDIS or child protection.
My work with clients aims to support emotional awareness, self-compassion, and gaining access to their inner resources for positive change.
I work with adults, adolescents, and children seeking support for a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD, C-PTSD), grief and loss, obsessive-compulsive disorder, personality diagnoses, relationship or family challenges.
My experience also includes the assessment and support of neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum and ADHD), as well as people navigating complex systems like the NDIS or child protection.
My work with clients aims to support emotional awareness, self-compassion, and gaining access to their inner resources for positive change.
In Brunswick, Bundoora and Whittlesea Victoria. Check my website for more information on locations.
Let's discover your story together and understand why it feels as though you're stuck and look for ways to move forward. We can demystify your anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges to find out what they are and where they have come from, and apply grounded strategies with support to help you make changes, move forward, and start kicking goals.
In Brunswick, Bundoora and Whittlesea Victoria. Check my website for more information on locations.
Let's discover your story together and understand why it feels as though you're stuck and look for ways to move forward. We can demystify your anxiety, depression, ADHD, or other challenges to find out what they are and where they have come from, and apply grounded strategies with support to help you make changes, move forward, and start kicking goals.
This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
As an experienced therapist, Casey has worked in a range of diverse settings with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Through this experience, Casey has developed a deep understanding of what it means to be human, forming her view that we are unique and complex beings with a desire for connection with self and others, even if this feels difficult.
This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
As an experienced therapist, Casey has worked in a range of diverse settings with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Through this experience, Casey has developed a deep understanding of what it means to be human, forming her view that we are unique and complex beings with a desire for connection with self and others, even if this feels difficult.
At Monument Counselling Kilmore we provide individualised counselling support to adults and children experiencing lifes challenges. Our practice is led by principal counsellor Demi Bereza who specialises in trauma support, as well as stress, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges. We want you to achieve your wellbeing goals and understand the importance of support that meets your needs. In your first session our priority is to make you feel comfortable with your counsellor, and build therapeutic goals. Future sessions will implement meaningful strategies. We aim to provide 'take aways' so you can build your growth.
At Monument Counselling Kilmore we provide individualised counselling support to adults and children experiencing lifes challenges. Our practice is led by principal counsellor Demi Bereza who specialises in trauma support, as well as stress, anxiety, depression and relationship challenges. We want you to achieve your wellbeing goals and understand the importance of support that meets your needs. In your first session our priority is to make you feel comfortable with your counsellor, and build therapeutic goals. Future sessions will implement meaningful strategies. We aim to provide 'take aways' so you can build your growth.
I offer an inclusive, safe, confidential and non judgmental counselling space to help support clients seeking my help, ensuring that they feel valued, respected, heard and understood no matter what their presenting issues. My clients present with a range of concerns including, grief and loss, social and generalised anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. Often, the focus is on gaining clarity, insights, more adaptive coping strategies to improve inner and relational conflicts. Holding the hope and trusting the process leads to improved self esteem, self responsibility, boundaries and growth, no longer feeling stuck.
I offer an inclusive, safe, confidential and non judgmental counselling space to help support clients seeking my help, ensuring that they feel valued, respected, heard and understood no matter what their presenting issues. My clients present with a range of concerns including, grief and loss, social and generalised anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. Often, the focus is on gaining clarity, insights, more adaptive coping strategies to improve inner and relational conflicts. Holding the hope and trusting the process leads to improved self esteem, self responsibility, boundaries and growth, no longer feeling stuck.
This includes the Internal Family Systems model, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Focusing, AEDP and Memory Re-consolidation.
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues. Having someone non judgmental truly listen and understand your experience can be a huge relief. However, the way I work involves more than just talking and symptom management, I use body-based and nervous system based approaches based on neuroscience that have been shown to create transformational shifts and lasting change.
This includes the Internal Family Systems model, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Somatic Experiencing, Polyvagal Theory, Focusing, AEDP and Memory Re-consolidation.
I specialise in supporting individual adults over 25, both online and in person in Melbourne, with Complex PTSD/Relational Trauma, ADHD, Autism but am not limited to these issues. Having someone non judgmental truly listen and understand your experience can be a huge relief. However, the way I work involves more than just talking and symptom management, I use body-based and nervous system based approaches based on neuroscience that have been shown to create transformational shifts and lasting change.
I offer Somatic Psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, approaches that work with the nervous system to resolve the lasting effects of trauma and stress.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
I offer Somatic Psychotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, approaches that work with the nervous system to resolve the lasting effects of trauma and stress.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
Stina is a registered counsellor, certified somatic therapist, IFS-trained and trauma-informed, and yoga and mindfulness teacher.
Stina provide a warm, attuned space where clients can safely explore their inner world, navigate challenges, and move toward meaningful change. Her approach is person-centred, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with roots in attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and systemic frameworks.
Stina is a registered counsellor, certified somatic therapist, IFS-trained and trauma-informed, and yoga and mindfulness teacher.
Stina provide a warm, attuned space where clients can safely explore their inner world, navigate challenges, and move toward meaningful change. Her approach is person-centred, collaborative, and trauma-informed, with roots in attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and systemic frameworks.
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm and other life transitions.
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm and other life transitions.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
I use Family Constellations, Somatic wholeness and brain spotting to work with your body awareness to get to the core of the trauma and issues that are stuck in the nervous system and the soma (body).
You’ve tried everything- talk therapy, self-help, even deep inner work-but something is still holding you back. Trauma, repeating relationship dynamics or behaviours can keep us stuck in patterns that feel impossible to break. I help clients who are ready for a different approach-one that gets to the root of the issue. By working somatically and systemically we uncover hidden dynamics that may be keeping you trapped. Together, we’ll create a path to release old patterns, and integrate practical tools for lasting change so you can finally move forward with clarity, freedom, and ease. Your past doesn't need to govern your future.
I use Family Constellations, Somatic wholeness and brain spotting to work with your body awareness to get to the core of the trauma and issues that are stuck in the nervous system and the soma (body).
You’ve tried everything- talk therapy, self-help, even deep inner work-but something is still holding you back. Trauma, repeating relationship dynamics or behaviours can keep us stuck in patterns that feel impossible to break. I help clients who are ready for a different approach-one that gets to the root of the issue. By working somatically and systemically we uncover hidden dynamics that may be keeping you trapped. Together, we’ll create a path to release old patterns, and integrate practical tools for lasting change so you can finally move forward with clarity, freedom, and ease. Your past doesn't need to govern your future.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.