Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Fitzroy, VIC

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Olivia Trencher-Nolan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I am a Clinical Psychologist, and work in private practice in Fitzroy, VIC. I believe that feeling comfortable with your psychologist is an essential component of therapy. I prioritise collaboration, warmth, and a non-judgemental approach to ensure my clients feel respected, heard and understood. I am experienced in working with adult (18+) clients with a range of complex presentations, and might be a good fit for you if you are interested in delving deeper and doing the work on a medium to longer term basis.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, and work in private practice in Fitzroy, VIC. I believe that feeling comfortable with your psychologist is an essential component of therapy. I prioritise collaboration, warmth, and a non-judgemental approach to ensure my clients feel respected, heard and understood. I am experienced in working with adult (18+) clients with a range of complex presentations, and might be a good fit for you if you are interested in delving deeper and doing the work on a medium to longer term basis.
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Nina Isabella
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions. Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values: Trauma Focussed ACT; ACT for Grief & Loss; ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions. Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values: Trauma Focussed ACT; ACT for Grief & Loss; ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
(03) 4422 4945 View (03) 4422 4945
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Natalie Anderson - Open Circle Wellbeing
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I follow a holistic approach, often centred on the practice of mind-body awareness to address any embodied stress and establish emotional balance, particularly during adolescence, for women's issues, relationship challenges, and other complex transformations including those related to different life stages or sexuality and gender affirmation journeys.
Hello, I work with individuals, couples and families who may be dealing with loss, grief, trauma or difficult life transitions. Many wish to explore the impact of these experiences on their identity or sense of self, often with or without ASD, ADHD, AuDHD or other diagnoses, and reflect on how this could be impacting on their relationships. Others wish to develop the communication tools to help feel seen, heard and understood. Together we navigate a range of challenges in a strengths-based way to reframe unhelpful thoughts, process internal conflicts and tune into deeper insights. ​
I follow a holistic approach, often centred on the practice of mind-body awareness to address any embodied stress and establish emotional balance, particularly during adolescence, for women's issues, relationship challenges, and other complex transformations including those related to different life stages or sexuality and gender affirmation journeys.
Hello, I work with individuals, couples and families who may be dealing with loss, grief, trauma or difficult life transitions. Many wish to explore the impact of these experiences on their identity or sense of self, often with or without ASD, ADHD, AuDHD or other diagnoses, and reflect on how this could be impacting on their relationships. Others wish to develop the communication tools to help feel seen, heard and understood. Together we navigate a range of challenges in a strengths-based way to reframe unhelpful thoughts, process internal conflicts and tune into deeper insights. ​
(03) 5910 1103 View (03) 5910 1103
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Amy Wanschers
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My ideal client is an adult or older adolescent who brings long‑running relationship patterns, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or chronic low mood and wants deeper, lasting change; they’re tired of repeating the same outcomes and ready to understand the origins of their reactions rather than just manage symptoms. They need a safe, non‑judgemental space, a clear formulation that links past experiences to present problems, and practical skills they can use between sessions. Their goals are to reduce shame and reactivity, build secure, reciprocal relationships, stabilise mood and daily routines, and develop boundaries.
My ideal client is an adult or older adolescent who brings long‑running relationship patterns, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or chronic low mood and wants deeper, lasting change; they’re tired of repeating the same outcomes and ready to understand the origins of their reactions rather than just manage symptoms. They need a safe, non‑judgemental space, a clear formulation that links past experiences to present problems, and practical skills they can use between sessions. Their goals are to reduce shame and reactivity, build secure, reciprocal relationships, stabilise mood and daily routines, and develop boundaries.
0481 851 371 View 0481 851 371
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Kate Kneipp
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I utilise a person-centred approach to help clients adjust to and cope with difficulties that are arising in their life. I believe you are the expert on your own life and I enjoy collaborating with clients to evoke meaningful change. I can assist clients who are experiencing: stress, anxiety, depression, women's health issues (coping with endometriosis, fibroids, fertility and other reproductive health concerns), life transitions, grief and loss, addiction and substance use issues, and relationship concerns.
I utilise a person-centred approach to help clients adjust to and cope with difficulties that are arising in their life. I believe you are the expert on your own life and I enjoy collaborating with clients to evoke meaningful change. I can assist clients who are experiencing: stress, anxiety, depression, women's health issues (coping with endometriosis, fibroids, fertility and other reproductive health concerns), life transitions, grief and loss, addiction and substance use issues, and relationship concerns.
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Kirsten Cottone
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you really want to live.
I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you really want to live.
(07) 4085 9097 View (07) 4085 9097
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Mira Chazan
Social Worker, AASW
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. I work by joining with you with sensitivity and compassion, to bring gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns, without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. I work by joining with you with sensitivity and compassion, to bring gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns, without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
(03) 9070 5249 View (03) 9070 5249
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Lis Shugg
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Lis is an experienced counselling psychologist who works with adults experiencing life transitions. She helps clients facing problems including burnout, grief, relationship changes, career changes, and identity questions.
Lis is an experienced counselling psychologist who works with adults experiencing life transitions. She helps clients facing problems including burnout, grief, relationship changes, career changes, and identity questions.
0415 599 513 View 0415 599 513
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Emily Hohnke
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Emily is a warm and thoughtful Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. She is committed to a collaborative partnership with her clients and aims to help them enhance their wellbeing through a compassionate approach. She has training and experience in a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Emily is a warm and thoughtful Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. She is committed to a collaborative partnership with her clients and aims to help them enhance their wellbeing through a compassionate approach. She has training and experience in a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
(03) 9111 5355 View (03) 9111 5355
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Barbara Drossos
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I support people who have experienced sexual assault and violence, as well as those who struggle with their mental health, childhood trauma, attachment, relationships, parenting, heartbreak and shame. I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support. I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and offer a safe space to explore gender identity and sexuality. I provide clinical supervision to social workers and counsellors. I have 14 years experience in leadership and supervisory roles in social work teams. I have completed Clinical Supervision training with the AASW and the Bouverie Centre.
I support people who have experienced sexual assault and violence, as well as those who struggle with their mental health, childhood trauma, attachment, relationships, parenting, heartbreak and shame. I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support. I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and offer a safe space to explore gender identity and sexuality. I provide clinical supervision to social workers and counsellors. I have 14 years experience in leadership and supervisory roles in social work teams. I have completed Clinical Supervision training with the AASW and the Bouverie Centre.
(03) 9344 1556 View (03) 9344 1556
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Alisa Lhaochareonwong
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Alisa provides counselling for adults from all backgrounds, including members of the LGBTIQA+ community. She has experience supporting clients with a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, cultural concerns, loneliness, low self-esteem, work-related and more. Alisa has also experience working in a sub-acute community mental health setting. Alisa has a particular interest in working with Asian Australian individuals, supporting clients in navigating the complexities of balancing their cultural heritage with Western society.
Alisa provides counselling for adults from all backgrounds, including members of the LGBTIQA+ community. She has experience supporting clients with a wide range of psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, relationship issues, cultural concerns, loneliness, low self-esteem, work-related and more. Alisa has also experience working in a sub-acute community mental health setting. Alisa has a particular interest in working with Asian Australian individuals, supporting clients in navigating the complexities of balancing their cultural heritage with Western society.
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Sorcha Buchan
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Hello, my name is Sorcha (she/her). I am a psychologist and I help adults to navigate and manage complex feelings or behaviours, often as a result of unmet needs in childhood and/or trauma. I also address challenges with sense of self, identity and self-esteem.
Hello, my name is Sorcha (she/her). I am a psychologist and I help adults to navigate and manage complex feelings or behaviours, often as a result of unmet needs in childhood and/or trauma. I also address challenges with sense of self, identity and self-esteem.
(03) 7042 9961 View (03) 7042 9961
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Emma Love
Social Worker, AASW
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I deeply enjoy working with adults & LGBTQ+ people who are navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. I offer long-term, affirming psychotherapy for individuals who want more than short-term fixes. Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-achieving adults seeking a consistent therapeutic relationship with someone who understands their history, supports them through life’s transitions, and offers steady, relational care over time.
I deeply enjoy working with adults & LGBTQ+ people who are navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. I offer long-term, affirming psychotherapy for individuals who want more than short-term fixes. Many of my clients are thoughtful, high-achieving adults seeking a consistent therapeutic relationship with someone who understands their history, supports them through life’s transitions, and offers steady, relational care over time.
0480 801 257 View 0480 801 257
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Olivia Cartledge
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I am a psychologist with a warm, compassionate, and thoughtful approach to supporting my clients. I enjoy working collaboratively to support you in making sense of your experiences, learn about what’s most important to you, and overcome challenges using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.
I am a psychologist with a warm, compassionate, and thoughtful approach to supporting my clients. I enjoy working collaboratively to support you in making sense of your experiences, learn about what’s most important to you, and overcome challenges using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.
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Dr Lucy Morrish
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
My approach to therapy is progressive and inclusive. I am passionate about working with clients to build a sense of curiosity, flexibility and resilience. If you are keen to build self-understanding, connection to others, or joy in the everyday, we may be a great fit. I have a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals navigating life changes, as well as adults who have experienced trauma - attachment based or following difficult life events. My approach to each client is holistic and evidence-based; I am to nurture individual strengths while also addressing areas of need.
My approach to therapy is progressive and inclusive. I am passionate about working with clients to build a sense of curiosity, flexibility and resilience. If you are keen to build self-understanding, connection to others, or joy in the everyday, we may be a great fit. I have a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals navigating life changes, as well as adults who have experienced trauma - attachment based or following difficult life events. My approach to each client is holistic and evidence-based; I am to nurture individual strengths while also addressing areas of need.
(03) 7003 2779 View (03) 7003 2779
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Isabelle Xavier
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I trained in Psychology and Law at Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and Monash University; and completed specialist clinical training in Gestalt psychotherapy. I have also trained in extensively in Eastern contemplative traditions, particularly Buddhist vipassana meditation and Advaita (non-dual) traditions. I specialise in working with clients who are walking a path of wholeness and integration, personal development, spiritual awakening, self-actualisation and transcendence. Many of my clients are sensitive souls called deeply to a way of being beyond traditional societal expectations and narratives.
I trained in Psychology and Law at Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and Monash University; and completed specialist clinical training in Gestalt psychotherapy. I have also trained in extensively in Eastern contemplative traditions, particularly Buddhist vipassana meditation and Advaita (non-dual) traditions. I specialise in working with clients who are walking a path of wholeness and integration, personal development, spiritual awakening, self-actualisation and transcendence. Many of my clients are sensitive souls called deeply to a way of being beyond traditional societal expectations and narratives.
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Megan Jurecka
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I am a psychologist with a private practice in Fitzroy. I provide a warm and non-judgemental therapeutic approach, and help people process trauma, improve relationships, build a strong sense of identity, manage emotional highs and lows, and cope with life stressors with resilience. My clients often come to therapy feeling stressed and overwhelmed, but after working together, they typically feel calm, connected and more in touch with themselves.
I am a psychologist with a private practice in Fitzroy. I provide a warm and non-judgemental therapeutic approach, and help people process trauma, improve relationships, build a strong sense of identity, manage emotional highs and lows, and cope with life stressors with resilience. My clients often come to therapy feeling stressed and overwhelmed, but after working together, they typically feel calm, connected and more in touch with themselves.
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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I am a clinical psychologist and supervisor with a collaborative and warm approach. I have 10 years of experience and specialise in support around depression, anxiety, eating and body-image related issues, women's health and LGBTQIA+ clients (including young people exploring gender identity), and also work with many adults, adolescents and some children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. attachment, trauma, OCD, stress, alcohol use). I also provide supervision for emerging and established therapists, and appts in German and Finnish for clients wanting to work in their mother tongue.
I am a clinical psychologist and supervisor with a collaborative and warm approach. I have 10 years of experience and specialise in support around depression, anxiety, eating and body-image related issues, women's health and LGBTQIA+ clients (including young people exploring gender identity), and also work with many adults, adolescents and some children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. attachment, trauma, OCD, stress, alcohol use). I also provide supervision for emerging and established therapists, and appts in German and Finnish for clients wanting to work in their mother tongue.
(03) 9020 4507 View (03) 9020 4507
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Grace Booth
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I believe what most of us want is to feel safe, heard, and truly understood. My role is to create that kind of space, one where you don’t have to perform, explain everything perfectly, or “have it all together” before you walk in the door. I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, complicated family or relationship dynamics, life transitions, and questions of identity or self-worth. Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck, or simply unsure what’s next, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s been weighing on you, and explore small, realistic steps toward the life you want to be living.
I believe what most of us want is to feel safe, heard, and truly understood. My role is to create that kind of space, one where you don’t have to perform, explain everything perfectly, or “have it all together” before you walk in the door. I work with adults and young adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, complicated family or relationship dynamics, life transitions, and questions of identity or self-worth. Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck, or simply unsure what’s next, we’ll slow things down, make sense of what’s been weighing on you, and explore small, realistic steps toward the life you want to be living.
0429 899 961 View 0429 899 961
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Clare McDonald
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I offer therapy to people navigating identity and belonging, relationship difficulties, and life changes, as well as more complex mental health concerns. Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, I'm interested in what lies beneath. I am an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Gestalt Psychotherapist with 11 years' experience across public/private settings. I hold a Bachelor's (Honours) from Ireland, four years of advanced Gestalt Psychotherapy training, and an MPhil. from Melbourne University, focusing on reproductive justice.
I offer therapy to people navigating identity and belonging, relationship difficulties, and life changes, as well as more complex mental health concerns. Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, I'm interested in what lies beneath. I am an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Gestalt Psychotherapist with 11 years' experience across public/private settings. I hold a Bachelor's (Honours) from Ireland, four years of advanced Gestalt Psychotherapy training, and an MPhil. from Melbourne University, focusing on reproductive justice.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.