Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Counselling in Footscray, VIC

I have a passion for working with young people to empower and support them with their challenges. I also work with people of all ages and gender identities. Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, AOD, relationship issues, or any thing else I'd be happy to help.
I also facilitate Dungeons and Dragons Group Therapy sessions for clients wanting to use play and roleplay therapy toward their healing. This is a great way to boost self-esteem and confidence, work through anxiety and depression, and process trauma.
I have a passion for working with young people to empower and support them with their challenges. I also work with people of all ages and gender identities. Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, AOD, relationship issues, or any thing else I'd be happy to help.
I also facilitate Dungeons and Dragons Group Therapy sessions for clients wanting to use play and roleplay therapy toward their healing. This is a great way to boost self-esteem and confidence, work through anxiety and depression, and process trauma.

The Iceberg Foundation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Footscray, VIC 3011
The Iceberg Foundation is a LGBTIQA+ owned and operated mental health service. We are dedicated to providing an understanding, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to those seeking support. Our aim is to provide a safe space for people of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life to work on and through their past, present and future. At The Iceberg Foundation, we strive to work in an intersectional manner, recognising and respecting people's individual lived and living experiences. We believe that everyone deserves high quality care and we strive to provide the best possible mental health services to the people we work with
The Iceberg Foundation is a LGBTIQA+ owned and operated mental health service. We are dedicated to providing an understanding, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to those seeking support. Our aim is to provide a safe space for people of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life to work on and through their past, present and future. At The Iceberg Foundation, we strive to work in an intersectional manner, recognising and respecting people's individual lived and living experiences. We believe that everyone deserves high quality care and we strive to provide the best possible mental health services to the people we work with

I’ve been working as a psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor in private practice in Footscray for 18 years. The vibrancy, diversity and unique qualities of Footscray and the inner western suburbs of Melbourne have always felt like the right fit for my practice. I’ve worked with a diverse range of issues and presentations. As well as supporting people through mental health issues, I’m also interested in helping people develop their capacity for awareness and self-discovery. I have a steadfast commitment to the depth and transformative potential of the therapeutic process.
I’ve been working as a psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor in private practice in Footscray for 18 years. The vibrancy, diversity and unique qualities of Footscray and the inner western suburbs of Melbourne have always felt like the right fit for my practice. I’ve worked with a diverse range of issues and presentations. As well as supporting people through mental health issues, I’m also interested in helping people develop their capacity for awareness and self-discovery. I have a steadfast commitment to the depth and transformative potential of the therapeutic process.

I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.
I am a creative and collaborative clinician with a practice wisdom that has developed over twenty-five years in clinical and public health roles working with individuals, kids and teens, couples and groups, ranging across Alcohol & Other Drug, Oncology Hospital Social Work, Hospital Mental Health and Juvenile Justice sectors as well as in private practice.

Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.

I am an AOD and Mental Health clinician with over two decades experience in health sectors and had worked in various clinical setting like Detox/ Rehab unit and in community AOD sectors . My goal is to render the following services to my clients : 1. Psycho-education about Harm reduction and effective management of their substance and alcohol. 2.Psycho-education about relapse prevention and craving management. 3. Comprehensive Mental Health Assessments and appropriate referral to their G.P . 4. Pscho-education about overdose prevention. 5.Assisting my clients on how to write their AOD goals and coaching them in achieving them.
I am an AOD and Mental Health clinician with over two decades experience in health sectors and had worked in various clinical setting like Detox/ Rehab unit and in community AOD sectors . My goal is to render the following services to my clients : 1. Psycho-education about Harm reduction and effective management of their substance and alcohol. 2.Psycho-education about relapse prevention and craving management. 3. Comprehensive Mental Health Assessments and appropriate referral to their G.P . 4. Pscho-education about overdose prevention. 5.Assisting my clients on how to write their AOD goals and coaching them in achieving them.
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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 - working with the body’s intelligence to resolve trauma, shock & chronic stress. She is a PACFA accredited Clinical Supervisor and holds a Clinical Master’s Degree in Mental Health Sciences, Flinders Dept of Psychiatry. Estelle’s initial training was in dual diagnosis inpatient treatment (substance use & complex trauma) and she is currently training in Structural & Systemic Constellations work, supporting the reorganisation of the inter-generational transmission trauma through the ancestral lineage.
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 - working with the body’s intelligence to resolve trauma, shock & chronic stress. She is a PACFA accredited Clinical Supervisor and holds a Clinical Master’s Degree in Mental Health Sciences, Flinders Dept of Psychiatry. Estelle’s initial training was in dual diagnosis inpatient treatment (substance use & complex trauma) and she is currently training in Structural & Systemic Constellations work, supporting the reorganisation of the inter-generational transmission trauma through the ancestral lineage.

Dr Melanie Schuijers
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Hi, my name is Melanie. I am a registered clinical psychologist and couples therapist with she/her pronouns working on Wurundjeri land. I completed a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) and am a member of the APS. I have experience working with a diverse range of people from all walks of life and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for all my clients. This is a LGBTQIA+ friendly space and all cultural backrounds are welcome. All relationship structures are also welcome. I offer face-to-face appointments in Brunswick on Wednesdays and Thursdays for couples+.
Hi, my name is Melanie. I am a registered clinical psychologist and couples therapist with she/her pronouns working on Wurundjeri land. I completed a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) and am a member of the APS. I have experience working with a diverse range of people from all walks of life and strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for all my clients. This is a LGBTQIA+ friendly space and all cultural backrounds are welcome. All relationship structures are also welcome. I offer face-to-face appointments in Brunswick on Wednesdays and Thursdays for couples+.

Hi, I'm Corey (He/Him), I'm a passionate registered psychologist dedicated to supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a queer and neurodivergent clinician, my personal experiences help me deeply empathise with the challenges my clients face. I have extensive experience with a wide range of issues, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relationship conflicts, and complex trauma and abuse.
Hi, I'm Corey (He/Him), I'm a passionate registered psychologist dedicated to supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a queer and neurodivergent clinician, my personal experiences help me deeply empathise with the challenges my clients face. I have extensive experience with a wide range of issues, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relationship conflicts, and complex trauma and abuse.

Virginia Golding - Bridge
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, and in corporate and organisational psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create desired and positive changes, in order to live a life that aligns with dreams and values, and to better deal with individual, relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy and Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, and in corporate and organisational psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create desired and positive changes, in order to live a life that aligns with dreams and values, and to better deal with individual, relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy and Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.

I am an AHPRA registered psychologist. I employ a holistic, culturally sensitive approach, that is trauma-informed, attachment aware and grounded in bio-psycho-social-spiritual model. I trust in each person’s inherent potential to experience wholeness through self-compassion and self–inquiry/self-awareness. I am committed to creating a person-centred, safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic experience.
I am an AHPRA registered psychologist. I employ a holistic, culturally sensitive approach, that is trauma-informed, attachment aware and grounded in bio-psycho-social-spiritual model. I trust in each person’s inherent potential to experience wholeness through self-compassion and self–inquiry/self-awareness. I am committed to creating a person-centred, safe, non-judgmental, compassionate, and collaborative therapeutic experience.

Women Assist is a professional counselling and psychotherapy service that supports all people who identify as women with their mental health and well-being. We are a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive service, offering counselling and psychotherapy via telephone or online video platform.
Women Assist is a professional counselling and psychotherapy service that supports all people who identify as women with their mental health and well-being. We are a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive service, offering counselling and psychotherapy via telephone or online video platform.

Accepting NEW Clients NOW. My clients are those who are at the crossroads in their lives, perhaps feeling stuck or overwhelmed. You might be struggling with anxiety, leading to sleepless nights and constant worry. Perhaps a demanding job is causing burnout, leaving you feeling unfulfilled and questioning your career path. These experiences are all valid. You may have a deep desire to feel better, not just because things are difficult, but because you deserve to live a life filled with joy and purpose. Ultimately, my clients want to feel empowered. To develop the tools required to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
Accepting NEW Clients NOW. My clients are those who are at the crossroads in their lives, perhaps feeling stuck or overwhelmed. You might be struggling with anxiety, leading to sleepless nights and constant worry. Perhaps a demanding job is causing burnout, leaving you feeling unfulfilled and questioning your career path. These experiences are all valid. You may have a deep desire to feel better, not just because things are difficult, but because you deserve to live a life filled with joy and purpose. Ultimately, my clients want to feel empowered. To develop the tools required to create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.

I am a counsellor and family therapist and work with adults, children, youth, couples and families, on a range of issues stemming from past or present experiences, which are impacting on them living their best life. Some people see me for brief solution orientated support, that focusses on what is happening in the here and now, and strategies to move forward. Others, benefitting from longer term therapeutic treatment and support.
I am a counsellor and family therapist and work with adults, children, youth, couples and families, on a range of issues stemming from past or present experiences, which are impacting on them living their best life. Some people see me for brief solution orientated support, that focusses on what is happening in the here and now, and strategies to move forward. Others, benefitting from longer term therapeutic treatment and support.

It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges.
I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety.
In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, relationship challenges and emotional distress.
I offer a space where distressing thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. The client decides if we're a good fit & we go from there.
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges.
I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety.
In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, relationship challenges and emotional distress.
I offer a space where distressing thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. The client decides if we're a good fit & we go from there.

Brooke is passionate about providing assessment and therapy that is evidence based, ethical, flexible, informative and personalised to the individual’s needs. She uses a trauma informed and culturally inclusive lens drawing on her training and expertise in Psychological Assessment, Trauma Focused Cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT) ,Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Narrative Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Creative Art therapy.
Brooke is passionate about providing assessment and therapy that is evidence based, ethical, flexible, informative and personalised to the individual’s needs. She uses a trauma informed and culturally inclusive lens drawing on her training and expertise in Psychological Assessment, Trauma Focused Cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT) ,Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Narrative Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Creative Art therapy.

Finn works with couples, individuals and families, looking to create change and understand themselves and their relationships better. She is person-centred and emotion-focused, informed by an awareness of trauma, polyvagal theory and the nervous system, mindfulness, family-systems theories, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems therapy, social justice and intersectionality.
Finn works with couples, individuals and families, looking to create change and understand themselves and their relationships better. She is person-centred and emotion-focused, informed by an awareness of trauma, polyvagal theory and the nervous system, mindfulness, family-systems theories, attachment theory, Internal Family Systems therapy, social justice and intersectionality.

Andrew holds a Masters degree and PhD in clinical psychology. He employs an integrative approach to therapy, focused on evidence-based practice and creating a warm and safe space conducive to client empowerment, healing, and personal growth. He is currently available for telehealth appointments on Friday afternoons and evenings.
For all new bookings, please reach out via email.
Andrew holds a Masters degree and PhD in clinical psychology. He employs an integrative approach to therapy, focused on evidence-based practice and creating a warm and safe space conducive to client empowerment, healing, and personal growth. He is currently available for telehealth appointments on Friday afternoons and evenings.
For all new bookings, please reach out via email.

In her previous roles, Vimal has worked in Paediatric Outpatient settings, Community Mental Health teams (involving crisis response and intervention) and has done case manager work. She utilises theoretical frameworks including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Vimal has experience working with various presentations including anxiety, mood disorders, grief and adjustment related issues, personality disorders, interpersonal difficulties and neurodevelopmental disorders.
In her previous roles, Vimal has worked in Paediatric Outpatient settings, Community Mental Health teams (involving crisis response and intervention) and has done case manager work. She utilises theoretical frameworks including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Vimal has experience working with various presentations including anxiety, mood disorders, grief and adjustment related issues, personality disorders, interpersonal difficulties and neurodevelopmental disorders.

As a Holistic and Wellness Counsellor with a passion for supporting clients in their healing journey. I specialize in working with clients who are navigating challenges such as trauma, addictions, childhood experiences, grief, loss, and mental health disorders. With a compassionate and holistic approach, I aim to address the root causes of distress, helping you achieve balance and lasting emotional well-being.
I believe in the power of mind-body connection and work alongside you to create a personalized path to healing, whether that involves guided therapy, mindfulness techniques, or holistic practices.
As a Holistic and Wellness Counsellor with a passion for supporting clients in their healing journey. I specialize in working with clients who are navigating challenges such as trauma, addictions, childhood experiences, grief, loss, and mental health disorders. With a compassionate and holistic approach, I aim to address the root causes of distress, helping you achieve balance and lasting emotional well-being.
I believe in the power of mind-body connection and work alongside you to create a personalized path to healing, whether that involves guided therapy, mindfulness techniques, or holistic practices.
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