LGBTQ+ Counselling in Croydon, VIC
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Caroline Winzenried
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
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My work is trauma-informed and proudly
LGBT
-friendly.
If you're struggling with shame, anxiety, or existential concerns related to your religious background (whether you have left your religious community or are still happily a part of it), I'm here to help you move forward. Religion plays a huge role shaping our understanding of ourselves, our values, and the world around us. It can be a daunting but incredibly rewarding journey to open these ideas up for examination. My goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space to explore, deconstruct, and create new understandings that feel true to who you are.
Life After IVF
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Verified
Grief of involuntary childlessness (including hidden grief) with many communities - heterosexual men & women, Culturally & Linguistically Diverse communities (CALD), and in the
LGBTQIA
+ community.
Life After IVF was founded to provide a safe space for all who have disembarked the fertility treatment roller coaster. While my focus is predominantly on working with involuntary childless people, I also work with people who may have ended fertility treatment with a baby but may be experiencing grief, relationship issues, or may just need a safe space to debrief about their journey and discover what’s next.
Tim Rose
With over 20 years’ experience in the people helping field, including workplace critical incident; employee assistance program (EAP); 12-step recovery; peer education and support; and group facilitation. Tim is a caring and empathetic counsellor who journeys with people as they learn about themselves. Tim understands the many challenges life can bring and has significant lived experience over a range of issues including physiological trauma; depression; men’s issues; relationships; miscarriage and infant loss; sexuality; and childhood sexual abuse. Tim works with clients to help them identify and move toward their preferred life.
Mindful Living Counselling and Psychology
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified
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If you are experiencing PTSD, anxiety or other negative effects of difficult life events, we are here to help! Mindful Living is a psychology and counselling practice located in Croydon, Victoria. We have a special focus on the treatment of PTSD, trauma and anxiety, with a particular interest in EMDR Therapy. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based method of trauma treatment that is endorsed by the World Health Organisation and Medicare Australia.
Rebekah Jones
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
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I am a qualified counsellor with a passion for working with couples, relationships, families, adolescents and individuals. My expertise areas are dugs and alcohol, trauma, ADHD and general depression and anxiety disorders. I have worked in the social services for some time with Anglicare, VincentCare, Peninsula Health and currently work part time with EACH as both one on one counsellor and group facilitator.
Paper Crane Of Hope - Counselling for Introverts
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
Do you sometimes struggle to be understood? As an introvert, INFJ, empath or neurodivergent, you might struggle to feel like you fit in. It can be especially hard when you constantly feel like your energy levels are being drained! You are probably someone who everyone leans on for help and support, yet you yourself don't have anyone to talk to who gets you and hears what you are saying. When you've gone through your own issues- it's important that you have a place to feel heard. What if I was to tell you that I could help? For you to heal from your past, find joy in the now, and to have the courage to dream big dreams for your life.
Felix & Sage Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
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Felix & Sage Psychology is a private practice located in Ringwood, Victoria. Our team of 12 clinicians provide tailored, accessible and affordable mental health care solutions to our clientele, by incorporating various evidence based therapeutic approaches to address their emotional and behavioral needs. Additionally, we are also open until 8pm some weeknights and some Saturdays to ensure we remain accessible to those working 9-5 jobs.
Sivakahmy Thilagarajan
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
For any individual attending counselling, it can be quite a vulnerable and challenging experience. My aim is to ensure that you feel comfortable and safe from the beginning and to demonstrate that in sessions there is no judgement nor negativity, but rather a collaborative approach towards the goals you want. This may include improving mood, self-esteem, motivation, coping styles or gaining understanding and awareness of your own mental health. Counselling for me is about unconditional support to ensure we are actively discussing aspects of your life that may be impacting you, with therapy tailored specifically to you.
Viviane Golan
Psychotherapist, PhD, AASW
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Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a wide range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
PS Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am Paulina. As an integrative counsellor, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome a variety of psychological and emotional issues. My background in humanities and psychology, as well as my experience of living in multiple countries, has given me a unique perspective on the importance of addressing not only the mind but also the body and lifestyle habits in the healing process. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviours, and work towards achieving a greater sense of self-awareness and well-being.
Jerty Richardson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
At Ultimate Success and Wellbeing Psychology, I deliver a range of services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. These include anxiety, depression, psychiatric disorders, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, trauma, interpersonal conflicts, mediation, domestic violence Issues, critical incident stress management debriefing and anger and behaviour management. I have been registered as a psychologist for over 15 years and have held a variety of roles including managing a counselling and youth team as well as several mental health teams.
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Chenai Mupotsa-Russell
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Verified
Verified
Chenai is the Founder and Co-Director of Rainbow Muse Clinic which offers art therapy, psychology, play therapy and yoga in an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. Chenai is also founder of Tandara Pa Rainbow a not-for-profit initiative, born from Rainbow Muse Clinic. It is a community-focused space for creativity, connection, culture and collective care. TPR gives us another way to work with people, with a focus on minoritised and intersectional identities.
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Iris Ravelle Lockyer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
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Iris is a counselling psychologist with a person-centred approach to therapy. She is passionate about working collaboratively with clients towards healing, growth, and wholeness. She is a non-judgemental therapist with a warm interpersonal style. Iris is an
LGBTQIA
+ affirmative and aware clinician.
The Healing Mind Hub
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
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Camila is the Principal Clinical Psychologist at The Healing Mind Hub and the Senior Clinical Psychologist at Aspect Clinic. Camila is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician. Camila is interested in working with women and the
LGBTQIA
+ community aiming to provide her clients with a safe and inclusive environment. Camila is also experienced in working with clients aged 15 years and above who are experiencing life stressors, self-esteem difficulties, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, social/emotional difficulties, and grief and loss.
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Melissa Yuhui Wong
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Verified
You may be struggling with anxiety and/or depression. You may be experiencing a number of difficulties which require a psychological evaluation to find clarity; perhaps a diagnosis and recommendations for strategies to deal with your problems.
12 Points Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified
Verified
I like to focus my clinical work on helping my clients work out what’s preventing them from getting on with what they want to achieve in life, and supporting them as they overcome those obstacles. Whether they're dealing with a clinical diagnosis like depression or anxiety, unhealthy relationship patterns or severe situational stresses. I strongly believe that whatever a client wants to work on, a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is the most important factor in working towards positive change in any area of life and that's what I aim to provide.
Mindfulness Matters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Feeling out of sorts? Relationships not working? People not understanding? Feeling alone? Wanting to change life, change relationships, change patterns of behaviour? I can assist you in clarifying your thought patterns and develop new strategies to enjoy positive and emotional wellbeing in your daily life including your relationship with others. Managing issues relating to Child abuse? Family violence? Sexual assault? Experiencing Post Traumatic Stress disorder that leaves you feeling confused, dissociated, angry, highly anxious or fearful? Together we can work through these issues and regain a sense of emotional wellbeing
Rowena Harris Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
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Rowena is a dedicated, caring Generalist Counsellor and Hypnotherapist with personal experience with ADHD and years of experience with adults and children.ie such as past and present issues of anxiety and depression, trauma, emotional, physical abuse and behavioural issues. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and provides a safe environment and space for her clients for open discussions and offers face-to-face and Online (Zoom) sessions. Rowena is bound by the Ethical & Moral Guidelines set through the ACA when it comes to client confidentiality always with the best interest of clients in her care.
Yuying Zhao
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
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注册墨尔本华人心理咨询师、婚姻伴侣/家庭咨询师。澳大利亚 ACA 协会认证，AHA澳大利亚催眠治疗师，和澳大利亚家庭治疗协会AAFT成员。 目前在墨尔本东南区Mount Waverley诊所做心理治疗师，同时在国内最大的心理服务平台【壹心理】上的专职咨询师。Yuying is a Chinese-speaking psychotherapist and counsellor, she could help individuals, couples, and families to overcome issues related to emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills.
PsychPhys™ Mount Waverley
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Welcome to PsychPhys! We take a unique approach to supporting our clients through the combination of Psychology and Exercise Physiology. Our clinicians consist of Registered Psychologists, Ed/Dev Registras, Provisional Psychologists, and Exercise Physiologists. We support children, adolescents, & adults who are funded by NDIS, Medicare rebate, VOCAT, private insurance, or self-funding. Our team offers a warm, safe, and open environment, where we place each of our clients first and collaboratively work together to develop an evidence-based treatment plan, and set therapy goals.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.