Spirituality Counselling in Essendon North, VIC

Hello there! I work as an Integrative Psychotherapist, and absolutely love this process of helping fellow humans to heal and grow through whatever has become stuck or too-much to cope with alone. When clients have breakthroughs in these personal struggles it's very rewarding. I value being honest, collaborative, non-judgemental, and discerning in the therapeutic relationship. Clients often describe me as warm, open-minded, humorous, and caring.

I am passionate about taking a holistic approach to empower my clients to live authentically. I have a particular interest in stress and anxiety, obesity, women's health, Christianity and spirituality , self-esteem and confidence. I also enjoy working with addiction, incarceration and offending behaviours, substance use and disability, including social skills training. My main modality is via Telehealth.

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.

Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.

Would you like to grow in confidence and skill to deepen your connection to your self and the ones you love? Do you want to improve your relationships and wellbeing? If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you. Sometimes we need a guide to empower us to explore our inner world and discover tools to help us move forward.

Hi, I am Michelle. I am a Registered Counsellor and Narrative Therapist. Some of my areas of interests are: Responding to the effects of trauma, violence, and oppression, Working with LGBTQIA+ folks, Navigating non-traditional relationship styles (including non-monogamy, polyamory and relationship anarchy), Relationship concerns (including partnerships, familial relationships and friendships), Processing grief and loss , Spirituality and religion.

I offer music psychotherapy and mindfulness-based counselling to support clients who may be experiencing issues such as emotional challenges, life transitions, health issues or the impact of past traumas. I specialise in Guided Imagery and Music, which offers the opportunity to listen to music in a relaxed state, and draws on inner strengths and resources including imagery and embodiment work. I am also a qualified mindfulness teacher and integrate mindfulness practices into my work. Clients may wish to feel a greater sense of agency in their lives, explore their spirituality and a sense of meaning, or resolve past issues.

I would love to work with clients who would like to grow in self awareness and become more connected to their authentic self. I can partner with you to discover your goals and achieve them. I have a person centred approach with a various number of modalities I can draw from including life coaching, solution focused, strengths based, mindfulness, attachment based therapy, CBT, creative expression and narrative therapy. I am passionate about the LGBTQIA+ community, as personally being a part of this community I understand a lot of the challenges that can go along with it and I offer a safe space for clients to be their authentic self.

As a Qualified Psychotherapist and Transpersonal Counsellor, I support individuals and couples in navigating the complexities of life. Experienced in Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Relationships, I support you in uncovering limiting patterns and completing the past. By understanding yourself and your life, together we find whats been holding you back and what it takes for you to create a purposeful, connected and rich life. With this understanding lays the potential to foster change and growth. So that you may come back into balance, thrive and live a meaningful existence. I look forward to connecting.

As a creative art therapist with a background in palliative care nursing and pastoral care, I have a particular interest in bereavement support. Using creative methods to help the client understand their process one can move into a new way of being.

We often reach a point in life where it’s important to move on from the old and embrace the new. This may feel challenging and overwhelming in the short term, but it can also be an incredibly fulfilling and enriching experience in the long term. As a counsellor, my priority is to create a safe and therapeutic space where you can be heard without judgement and met with respect and empathy. To me, understanding trauma and resilience is highly important: what trauma means and how it can affect us is an important step to self-discovery. And what makes up your resilience? Learning again, but this time with more meaning and motivation.

I work with people that are wanting to empower themselves, face their shadows and old limiting beliefs, narratives and patterns that no longer serve them. Together we explore learning more about yourself and self growth! I provide a person-centred, holistic approach, ensuring that every person that comes has their own individual style of support and feels safe, heard and understood. My aim is that you leave feeling stronger, with more insight, energy, self compassion and lasting positive change. No matter what feeling comes up, how much fear or doubt there is, you are accepted & welcomed at whatever stage of the journey you are at.

Mental, physical & emotional pain and disillusionment are all 'signposts' directing us to address our life issues....to take action for beneficial change. Are you struggling with life's challenges, anxious or depressed? Perhaps you're frustrated with personal issues you want to gain clarity about & make peace with? If so, call & ask how my holistic Counselling sessions could support you in life. Spiritual Counselling sessions are also offered which integrate your spiritual beliefs and align you to your wisdom as a compass for personal decision making and support. Google 'Connected Spirit Counselling' to read my client reviews!

Let's face it...Sometimes life will throw us some curveballs and we don't know what to do or who can help. This is when panic can set in, you feel the walls are closing in or you are so depressed you struggle to get out of bed and face the day. This can all be terrifying and can be compounded by feeling like a failure or feeling guilty or ashamed for not coping. I don't want you to continue suffering for one more day. Holistic therapies can help reduce anxiety and minimise depression. I look forward to helping your learn the tools that will help you get your life back on track. Reach out today, let's have a conversation.

I believe that the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives, our identity, and our sense of 'place' in this world. We can impact and transform our lives by exploring how we engage with our life stories - by learning to tell our stories in ways that make us stronger. Narrative Therapy, to me, is a respectful and hope-filled counseling method that connects a client with their agency and stories, empowering them to shape a different future.