Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Balaclava, VIC
I am a qualified psychotherapist, yoga instructor and university lecturer. I have worked extensively in private practice and with clients at The Indigo Project, a psychology practice known for its innovative approach to wellbeing. I see a diversity of individuals and couples, & specialise in relationship issues, stress & anxiety, cultural & diversity issues, life transitions, complex and developmental trauma. My interest in holistic approaches and experiential processes extends to my study of alternative treatments such as psychedelic therapies. I am certified in PAT and work with clients across the various stages of PAT treatment.
I am a qualified psychotherapist, yoga instructor and university lecturer. I have worked extensively in private practice and with clients at The Indigo Project, a psychology practice known for its innovative approach to wellbeing. I see a diversity of individuals and couples, & specialise in relationship issues, stress & anxiety, cultural & diversity issues, life transitions, complex and developmental trauma. My interest in holistic approaches and experiential processes extends to my study of alternative treatments such as psychedelic therapies. I am certified in PAT and work with clients across the various stages of PAT treatment.
The approach will be person-centred, with techniques tailored to what works best for you; whether that's conversational, somatic, or expressive through art.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), trained level 2 EMDR therapist, with a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice and over 20 years of counselling experience. My client-centred, strengths-based approach incorporates trauma-informed modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Creative Arts Therapy. I am committed to anti-oppressive, non-pathologising counselling, helping you explore and make sense of your life experiences. As a body-positive, gender-affirming, neuro-affirming, and LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor, I offer warm, non-judgemental support to people seeking guidance.
The approach will be person-centred, with techniques tailored to what works best for you; whether that's conversational, somatic, or expressive through art.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), trained level 2 EMDR therapist, with a Masters in Therapeutic Arts Practice and over 20 years of counselling experience. My client-centred, strengths-based approach incorporates trauma-informed modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Creative Arts Therapy. I am committed to anti-oppressive, non-pathologising counselling, helping you explore and make sense of your life experiences. As a body-positive, gender-affirming, neuro-affirming, and LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor, I offer warm, non-judgemental support to people seeking guidance.
Welcome - I’m Lilach. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) providing counselling for adults and work with Medicare.
If you are reading this, you may be going through a difficult time. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or simply sensing that life has become heavy and out of balance. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you are warmly welcome here. Together, we can work towards improving your quality of life, restoring a sense of balance, and creating space for more calm, meaning, and invite moments of joy in your everyday life.
Welcome - I’m Lilach. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) providing counselling for adults and work with Medicare.
If you are reading this, you may be going through a difficult time. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or simply sensing that life has become heavy and out of balance. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you are warmly welcome here. Together, we can work towards improving your quality of life, restoring a sense of balance, and creating space for more calm, meaning, and invite moments of joy in your everyday life.
Contemporary Psychology is a modern space filled with a passionate group of psychologists that work to educate and inspire the public on mental health and wellbeing. We believe psychological health care should be accessible, supportive and effective. Our clinic offers education, assessment, counselling, short term coaching and long-term therapy for all those with curious minds. All staff are qualified and experienced and uphold strict ethical standards. We provide a modern professional space where everyone in the community is welcome.
Contemporary Psychology is a modern space filled with a passionate group of psychologists that work to educate and inspire the public on mental health and wellbeing. We believe psychological health care should be accessible, supportive and effective. Our clinic offers education, assessment, counselling, short term coaching and long-term therapy for all those with curious minds. All staff are qualified and experienced and uphold strict ethical standards. We provide a modern professional space where everyone in the community is welcome.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
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Somatic Psychotherapy creates safety within your nervous system.
MindBodySoul Psychotherapy is here to help you work through life's toughest challenges. Providing you with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your inner world. Therapy can help you lower your anxiety, change unhealthy habits, regulate your emotions, process trauma and discover your strengths.
I am living proof that a toddler can know - with absolute certainty - what she wants to do with her life. I have always known I wanted to be a therapist. "Let's talk about brains!" was my most popular phrase at age 3.
Somatic Psychotherapy creates safety within your nervous system.
MindBodySoul Psychotherapy is here to help you work through life's toughest challenges. Providing you with a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your inner world. Therapy can help you lower your anxiety, change unhealthy habits, regulate your emotions, process trauma and discover your strengths.
I am living proof that a toddler can know - with absolute certainty - what she wants to do with her life. I have always known I wanted to be a therapist. "Let's talk about brains!" was my most popular phrase at age 3.
I am a trauma-informed therapist, trained in Trauma-Focused ACT (TFACT), also incorporating somatic techniques when appropriate.
I offer a safe space for expats, immigrants and the international community around Asia Pacific. As someone who moved to a new country (Japan) in the midst of the pandemic, I understand the complex feelings that come with moving homes, beginning a new journey and integrating into a new culture without losing what makes you unique. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, low mood or loss of motivation, coping with life changes, trauma, grief & loss, and navigating loneliness/ relationships & dating life in a foreign city. I also draw from my 10 years of corporate experience in my approach to work-related issues.
I am a trauma-informed therapist, trained in Trauma-Focused ACT (TFACT), also incorporating somatic techniques when appropriate.
I offer a safe space for expats, immigrants and the international community around Asia Pacific. As someone who moved to a new country (Japan) in the midst of the pandemic, I understand the complex feelings that come with moving homes, beginning a new journey and integrating into a new culture without losing what makes you unique. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, low mood or loss of motivation, coping with life changes, trauma, grief & loss, and navigating loneliness/ relationships & dating life in a foreign city. I also draw from my 10 years of corporate experience in my approach to work-related issues.
Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.
Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.
I integrate multiple approaches including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapies & EMDR.
I am a queer-identifying and disabled reg. psychologist, dedicated to providing trauma-informed, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs & strengths. I am committed to fostering strong therapeutic relationships to help you lead a more authentic & fulfilling life.
I understand how difficult it is to navigate the healthcare system & find the right therapist, especially if you are Neurodiverse, Queer, Disabled or from a Culturally Diverse background. I look at therapy from an intersectional lens, and use my lived & clinical experience to tailor my approach with each individual's needs & unique context in mind.
I integrate multiple approaches including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Somatic Therapies & EMDR.
I am a queer-identifying and disabled reg. psychologist, dedicated to providing trauma-informed, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs & strengths. I am committed to fostering strong therapeutic relationships to help you lead a more authentic & fulfilling life.
I understand how difficult it is to navigate the healthcare system & find the right therapist, especially if you are Neurodiverse, Queer, Disabled or from a Culturally Diverse background. I look at therapy from an intersectional lens, and use my lived & clinical experience to tailor my approach with each individual's needs & unique context in mind.
I integrate talk-based and body-aware ( somatic) practices to help you understand your emotions, relate to yourself with compassion, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I also specialise in preparation, support, and integration for expanded states of consciousness. If you are exploring psychedelics or other expanded states for healing and personal growth, I offer a space to prepare intentionally, navigate the experience skilfully, and integrate meaningful insights back into everyday life.
I integrate talk-based and body-aware ( somatic) practices to help you understand your emotions, relate to yourself with compassion, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I also specialise in preparation, support, and integration for expanded states of consciousness. If you are exploring psychedelics or other expanded states for healing and personal growth, I offer a space to prepare intentionally, navigate the experience skilfully, and integrate meaningful insights back into everyday life.
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and family constellations.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others.
I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and family constellations.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others.
I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
I draw from trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and somatic therapy approaches, weaving in psychological and hypnotherapeutic techniques with holistic tools.
Are you ready to reconnect with yourself — emotionally, sexually, and spiritually?
Currently welcoming new clients, with immediate availability for sessions.
At Caritual, I offer trauma-informed, heart-centred therapy for individuals and couples navigating trauma, self-doubt, intimacy challenges, and identity shifts. My approach blends psychological and hypnotherapy training with holistic, mindfulness-based healing to support your journey back to wholeness.
I draw from trauma-informed, mindfulness-based, and somatic therapy approaches, weaving in psychological and hypnotherapeutic techniques with holistic tools.
Are you ready to reconnect with yourself — emotionally, sexually, and spiritually?
Currently welcoming new clients, with immediate availability for sessions.
At Caritual, I offer trauma-informed, heart-centred therapy for individuals and couples navigating trauma, self-doubt, intimacy challenges, and identity shifts. My approach blends psychological and hypnotherapy training with holistic, mindfulness-based healing to support your journey back to wholeness.
I incorporate somatic, body-based approaches designed to strengthen the mind–body connection, helping people to tune into their internal experience and shift patterns that may underlie and perpetuate psychological difficulties.
I believe all people have an innate capacity for wisdom and, with this, a natural capacity for healing. I aim to empower people by supporting their connection to this inner wisdom while gently addressing the barriers that may limit access to it and prevent them from living a full and enriching life. Many people experience difficulties related to unresolved issues from the past, stressful relationship dynamics, work-related challenges, self-defeating behavioural patterns, and self-critical ways of thinking. Psychological counselling can help to develop insight, build on your strengths, and support meaningful and lasting change.
I incorporate somatic, body-based approaches designed to strengthen the mind–body connection, helping people to tune into their internal experience and shift patterns that may underlie and perpetuate psychological difficulties.
I believe all people have an innate capacity for wisdom and, with this, a natural capacity for healing. I aim to empower people by supporting their connection to this inner wisdom while gently addressing the barriers that may limit access to it and prevent them from living a full and enriching life. Many people experience difficulties related to unresolved issues from the past, stressful relationship dynamics, work-related challenges, self-defeating behavioural patterns, and self-critical ways of thinking. Psychological counselling can help to develop insight, build on your strengths, and support meaningful and lasting change.
Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Psychotherapist, Breathwork Practitioner and Relationship & Separation Coach offering a collaborative, personalised approach. Drawing on Attachment Theory, Neuropsychology, Parts Work, Somatic Practices, EFT, ACT, CBT & The Gottman Method, I tailor therapy to support deep healing, clarity and lasting change.
Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Psychotherapist, Breathwork Practitioner and Relationship & Separation Coach offering a collaborative, personalised approach. Drawing on Attachment Theory, Neuropsychology, Parts Work, Somatic Practices, EFT, ACT, CBT & The Gottman Method, I tailor therapy to support deep healing, clarity and lasting change.
Estelle is a Clinical Psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, NeuroAffective Touch Foundation Graduate & Systemic Constellations facilitator.
Estelle has over 25 years experience in varied & dynamic roles, delivering trauma informed psychotherapy and training. For many years Estelle has worked in private practice, and alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, travelling this wonderful country from South Australia, to the Gulf of Carpentaria, and throughout Victoria.
Estelle is a Clinical Psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, NeuroAffective Touch Foundation Graduate & Systemic Constellations facilitator.
Estelle has over 25 years experience in varied & dynamic roles, delivering trauma informed psychotherapy and training. For many years Estelle has worked in private practice, and alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, travelling this wonderful country from South Australia, to the Gulf of Carpentaria, and throughout Victoria.
I work with individuals and couples for a wide range of concerns, such as, but not limited to, anxiety & depression, relational difficulties, attachment repair, low self-esteem, lifestyle issues, somatic disturbances, trauma, PTSD & C-PTSD, grief and loss, and migration issues.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship with your family or you are dealing with challenges at work or in your life, a therapeutic relationship can help you. I have extensive training in the integrative approach to psychotherapy and more than a decade of expertise in the practice of yoga and bodywork. For this reason, I work with both mind and body awareness. I draw upon different evidence-based models and theories to create a treatment that addresses your unique experiences and concerns.
I work with individuals and couples for a wide range of concerns, such as, but not limited to, anxiety & depression, relational difficulties, attachment repair, low self-esteem, lifestyle issues, somatic disturbances, trauma, PTSD & C-PTSD, grief and loss, and migration issues.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship with your family or you are dealing with challenges at work or in your life, a therapeutic relationship can help you. I have extensive training in the integrative approach to psychotherapy and more than a decade of expertise in the practice of yoga and bodywork. For this reason, I work with both mind and body awareness. I draw upon different evidence-based models and theories to create a treatment that addresses your unique experiences and concerns.
Hello! I'm Xander (he/him) I’m a psychologist dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed care, with a focus on improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Queer person myself, I understand how difficult it can be to find quality, affirming care, and my goal is to create a space where Queer and neurodivergent individuals can authentically express and explore themselves without fear of judgment.
Hello! I'm Xander (he/him) I’m a psychologist dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed care, with a focus on improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Queer person myself, I understand how difficult it can be to find quality, affirming care, and my goal is to create a space where Queer and neurodivergent individuals can authentically express and explore themselves without fear of judgment.
Jenny can support children, young people and adults with bereavement/grief and loss, anxiety, depression, complex trauma (e.g. family violence, sexual abuse), single event trauma, ASD/ADHD, social/peer relationship difficulties, eating disorders, self harm/suicidal ideation.
Jenny can support children, young people and adults with bereavement/grief and loss, anxiety, depression, complex trauma (e.g. family violence, sexual abuse), single event trauma, ASD/ADHD, social/peer relationship difficulties, eating disorders, self harm/suicidal ideation.
In 0ver 25 years as a therapist, I have worked with a wide range of clients and couples with many and varied issues. I work in a way that is strongly client centred, and emotionally focused. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem. I work well with clients who are looking to change their lives and who are open to exploring their issues; to challenge their thinking and to examine what isn't working for them and to take practical steps to shift beyond where they are now.
In 0ver 25 years as a therapist, I have worked with a wide range of clients and couples with many and varied issues. I work in a way that is strongly client centred, and emotionally focused. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem. I work well with clients who are looking to change their lives and who are open to exploring their issues; to challenge their thinking and to examine what isn't working for them and to take practical steps to shift beyond where they are now.
Nearby Somatic Therapists Searches for Balaclava
- Armadale
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- Elwood
- Prahran
- Saint Kilda
- Saint Kilda East
- South Yarra
- Toorak
- Windsor
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.