Counselling in Elwood, VIC

I have over 20 years' experience of supporting and empowering people in a range of settings. I have worked with women in the justice system and welfare environments as well as people working with addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression. I currently run my own private practice in Elwood, focusing on supporting people to improve the quality of their lives.

I am an experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and educator, with additional niche interests in non-duality and working therapeutically with dreams. I have 20 years of professional experience working with life's grief, bereavement and existential concerns, such as finding meaning after loss, being with and growing through traumatic events, and facing our own mortality.

I hope to travel alongside you through whatever darkness is happening in your life. I can offer you unconditional, non-judgmental support, and I can work with you and empower you to discover the solution. To me, the most important thing to remember is that each client is different in their own unique way, with their own perspectives, experiences, traumas and fears. We need to find the solutions that work best for you, at this particular time in your life.

My clients are diverse and come from different cultures and are different ages and genders. Talking about their issues in a safe, secure, confidential space is therapeutic in itself, as is the importance of empowering my clients, validating their concerns, and normalising their experiences. Sometimes this is all my clients need. Others require assistance in setting goals, acquiring tools to manage their anxiety, tools to help them live independant, flourishing lives, knowing that they have the strategies, techniques and of course insight into themselves.

A contemporary Gestalt psychotherapy practice, Michelle offers holistic trauma informed clinical sessions that can be in conjunction with your GP and other health professionals. Gestalt psychotherapy is for those wanting a therapeutic encounter with a clinician that has life experience, passion, humility, authenticity, and training in contemporary mental health practices.

Denise emphasises establishing a strong connection, before exploring thoughts, feelings, and narratives to help clients develop insight into their difficulties. And most importantly, Denise is passionate about turning insights into action to improve the quality of people’s lives. Denise has experience supporting individuals across the lifespan with anxiety, depression, interpersonal difficulties, trauma, self-esteem, and body image concerns. Moreover, Denise supports people to better understand themselves for personal growth. Denise has experience in private practice, schools, telehealth and crisis support.

Howearth Psychology is run by Aaron Howearth in St Kilda, Victoria. Aaron spent 23 years in the Royal Australian Navy, followed by several years as a dog walker while making the change into psychology, with the simple aim of helping people and strengthening the community. Aaron draws on several therapeutic models including, cognitive-behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and schema therapy. Aaron draws on his training and personal experience to provide empathic understanding and focused treatment for people with mental health difficulties, and those seeking to improve their day-to-day lives.

Thinking about change. Congratulations you have taken the first step. We will help you with the relationship you have with yourself and others. Begin the change you want to see with Strategic Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. we specialise in Online from the comfort and convenience of your everywhere. plus we have an office in Collingwood for in person sessions.

Jeannine Mills is an experienced Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Jeannine works with clients face to face, or via telehealth. She also works with clients who are using a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP).

Psychologists at Advanced Psychology have particular expertise in identifying, assessing and supporting individuals across their lifespan who struggle in their educational and/or professional environment. We are all registered psychologists with a special interest in supporting children, adolescents and adults. We have extensive experience in identifying difficulties such as Specific Learning Disorders (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia & Dyscalculia) as well as ADHD and Autism and to provide support to clients of all ages. Adult assessments for ADHD and Autism can be provided via Telehealth.

My primary therapeutic goals are empowerment and personal growth. I tend to take a practical approach, using evidence-based health care strategies that provide people with a set of skills they can take away with them and apply in everyday life.

You may have come to this site because you feel stuck – because you are not moving in the direction you most want to. You may feel aspects of your life could be better, or you may be dealing with problems that feel overwhelming. These feelings may be related to your work, relationships or health, or they may be about your attitudes and feelings toward yourself. You may not know what is wrong or why you feel the way you do. Whatever the issue, I hope I am able to help.

If you’re feeling slightly overwhelmed by things or dissatisfied with where your life is, I can help you get back on track. You don’t have to go it alone! Furthermore, I am deeply passionate about helping you to effectively cope with various personal, relationship, family and /or professional challenges. The essence of my work is to facilitate self-growth by helping you to identify the core challenges and setbacks in your life, so that you can overcome them with confidence. I specialise in creating personalised plans, providing you with tools to empower and guide you in moving forward in achieving your desired goals.

The counselling services enable clients to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings and behaviours via approaches which include talking, reflecting, and mindfulness. I build a collaborative working relationship with clients, sensitively tailoring the support to meet specific needs. Creating a ‘therapeutic alliance’ is where clients feel safe and supported to explore difficult situations, and understand emotions, reactions and responses. The therapeutic alliance provides opportunities to talk through, find resolution and work towards making the desired changes to improve wellbeing while facilitating personal growth and development.

Leah Smith, Director and Principal Psychologist of "Opening Doors Psychology" has a passion for working with adolescents, young adults/adults, and also works with some couples. Leah is particularly interested in working with eating disorders and body image concerns, as well as, anxiety disorders, and interpersonal/relational difficulties. Leah strives to provide a safe space for clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, guide clients to and equip them with the necessary skills, to enable them to manage their symptoms and unique difficulties, and address ongoing problematic patterns.

I'm Edenn, a passionate and approachable Psychologist. My approach is collaborative, flexible and guided by taking the time to understand your individuality and experiences. This allows therapy to be a space where you are able to build a deeper understanding of yourself and work towards goals that are important to you and your wellbeing. I work with adults across many areas of mental health and wellbeing and have a passion for helping others understand their attachment styles and regulate emotions to improve the quality and understanding around relationship patterns.

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.