Female Psychologists and Therapists in Geelong, VIC

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Sally Horne
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Geelong, VIC 3220
Sally is a registered psychologist based in Geelong offering compassionate, down-to-earth therapy for adults navigating mental health challenges and significant life transitions. She supports people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, sleep difficulties, relationship challenges, and periods when life feels overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. Therapy focuses on building insight, strengthening emotional regulation, developing coping skills, and supporting movement toward what matters most with greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
Sally is a registered psychologist based in Geelong offering compassionate, down-to-earth therapy for adults navigating mental health challenges and significant life transitions. She supports people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, burnout, grief, sleep difficulties, relationship challenges, and periods when life feels overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. Therapy focuses on building insight, strengthening emotional regulation, developing coping skills, and supporting movement toward what matters most with greater clarity, stability, and confidence.
(03) 5222 3838 View (03) 5222 3838
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Barbara Grace
Psychotherapist, MA
Geelong, VIC 3220
Relationship troubles? Wondering if anything or anyone could help? You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here. But hearing more anger or blame as you withdraw emotionally only prolongs the problem & often makes things worse. It's lonely being in a relationship where the other person no longer feels 'present'. Ignoring the problems doesn't work, rather it pushes them underground where they fester. At this point you may be feeling raw, stressed, isolated, fearful or disillusioned. Tears & frustration one minute, anger the next. If rekindling love and connection is important to you, let's talk.
Relationship troubles? Wondering if anything or anyone could help? You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here. But hearing more anger or blame as you withdraw emotionally only prolongs the problem & often makes things worse. It's lonely being in a relationship where the other person no longer feels 'present'. Ignoring the problems doesn't work, rather it pushes them underground where they fester. At this point you may be feeling raw, stressed, isolated, fearful or disillusioned. Tears & frustration one minute, anger the next. If rekindling love and connection is important to you, let's talk.
(03) 9070 5773 View (03) 9070 5773
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Dayna Taberner
Social Worker, AMHSW
Geelong, VIC 3220
People often come to counselling when they’re a teen or young adult and everything feels too much, anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, shutdown, panic, or feeling “different” and not knowing why. Some are dealing with trauma, bullying, family stress, friendship or relationship drama, study pressure, or big life changes. Many want help with emotions that swing fast, thoughts that won’t switch off, or feeling numb and disconnected. They want a space that feels safe and not judgemental, practical tools that actually work, and support to feel steadier, more confident, and more like themselves.
People often come to counselling when they’re a teen or young adult and everything feels too much, anxiety, low mood, overwhelm, shutdown, panic, or feeling “different” and not knowing why. Some are dealing with trauma, bullying, family stress, friendship or relationship drama, study pressure, or big life changes. Many want help with emotions that swing fast, thoughts that won’t switch off, or feeling numb and disconnected. They want a space that feels safe and not judgemental, practical tools that actually work, and support to feel steadier, more confident, and more like themselves.
(03) 4240 4206 View (03) 4240 4206
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Kirsty J Bowness
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am a Perinatal and General Psychologist who has over 18 years of experience working with adults of all ages presenting with a diverse range of needs. I have extensive experience supporting clients with the following presentations: • Anxiety • Depression • Grief and loss • Chronic illness • Perinatal issues • Postnatal Depression and anxiety • Relationship difficulties • Stress management • Parenting support • Self-esteem issues
I am a Perinatal and General Psychologist who has over 18 years of experience working with adults of all ages presenting with a diverse range of needs. I have extensive experience supporting clients with the following presentations: • Anxiety • Depression • Grief and loss • Chronic illness • Perinatal issues • Postnatal Depression and anxiety • Relationship difficulties • Stress management • Parenting support • Self-esteem issues
(03) 4233 8465 View (03) 4233 8465
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Megan Pilon
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Geelong, VIC 3220
I'm a registered psychologist with a breadth of experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds in clinical, community and workplace settings. I have specific interests in connecting with adolescents and adults to identify and leverage their strengths, understand their challenges, develop their understanding of themselves and their relationships, and work collaboratively to meet their personal, social, educational, and work-related goals.
I'm a registered psychologist with a breadth of experience working with people of all ages and backgrounds in clinical, community and workplace settings. I have specific interests in connecting with adolescents and adults to identify and leverage their strengths, understand their challenges, develop their understanding of themselves and their relationships, and work collaboratively to meet their personal, social, educational, and work-related goals.
(03) 4236 5727 View (03) 4236 5727
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Justine Devonport
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Geelong, VIC 3220
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, managing relationships, parenting, menopause, discovering neurodiversity, caring for elderly parents? My aim through our sessions together is to guide you through these challenges, to help you develop skills to lift the sense of overwhelm. We can build your capacity to face challenges calmly and confidently avoiding the negative impact on your wellbeing that can occur during hard times. We can explore how you want to feel and then work out how we can get you there. I hope you leave our sessions with a greater sense of self worth and inner strength and with energy to face the world.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, managing relationships, parenting, menopause, discovering neurodiversity, caring for elderly parents? My aim through our sessions together is to guide you through these challenges, to help you develop skills to lift the sense of overwhelm. We can build your capacity to face challenges calmly and confidently avoiding the negative impact on your wellbeing that can occur during hard times. We can explore how you want to feel and then work out how we can get you there. I hope you leave our sessions with a greater sense of self worth and inner strength and with energy to face the world.
(03) 8771 4973 View (03) 8771 4973
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Natalie Butyn
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Geelong, VIC 3220
BA(Psych) PGDip (Psych) MPsych (Counselling), MAPS Natalie is a fully registered Clinical Psychologist & Counselling Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. She enjoys working adult clients (18+) in Geelong. Natalie provides a collaborative therapeutic relationship for her clients using her engaging and down to earth interpersonal style. She aims to reduce emotional distress and strengthen client resilience to support clients to achieve their counselling goals.
BA(Psych) PGDip (Psych) MPsych (Counselling), MAPS Natalie is a fully registered Clinical Psychologist & Counselling Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. She enjoys working adult clients (18+) in Geelong. Natalie provides a collaborative therapeutic relationship for her clients using her engaging and down to earth interpersonal style. She aims to reduce emotional distress and strengthen client resilience to support clients to achieve their counselling goals.
(03) 4237 7664 View (03) 4237 7664
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Virginia Golding - Bridge
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Geelong, VIC 3220
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, the LGBTQI community and in 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 navigate individual relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, the LGBTQI community and in 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 navigate individual relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.
(03) 7003 2568 View (03) 7003 2568
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Karen Richens
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years experience who provides a collaborative and empathic approach. My passion is helping adults aged 18+ with autism/ASD and ADHD (AuDHD). I offer screening, formal assessment, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for self-exploration and acceptance. I use Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to help with associated anxiety and depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem and assertiveness, sleep difficulties and time management for work-life balance to prevent burnout.
I am a clinical psychologist with 15 years experience who provides a collaborative and empathic approach. My passion is helping adults aged 18+ with autism/ASD and ADHD (AuDHD). I offer screening, formal assessment, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for self-exploration and acceptance. I use Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to help with associated anxiety and depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem and assertiveness, sleep difficulties and time management for work-life balance to prevent burnout.
(03) 4231 7394 View (03) 4231 7394
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Happy Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Happy Minds Psychology Geelong helps you and your family to flourish by creating meaningful and sustainable positive change. The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma. The team at Happy Minds know that families come in all different shapes and sizes and are comitted to inclusivity in their practice.
Happy Minds Psychology Geelong helps you and your family to flourish by creating meaningful and sustainable positive change. The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma. The team at Happy Minds know that families come in all different shapes and sizes and are comitted to inclusivity in their practice.
(08) 9126 9440 View (08) 9126 9440
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Meg Wettenhall
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Online Only
Meg is a clinical psychotherapist, somatic experiencing practitioner, and equine therapist. She is experienced in supporting individuals who have experienced developmental and complex trauma, family violence, and sexual assault. In addition, Meg works with clients navigating neurodiversity, and a range of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. He work weaves together talk therapy, body-based (somatic) approaches and healing through nature to support growth from the inside out. Meg's approach is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and guided by principles of compassion, curiosity, and empowerment.
Meg is a clinical psychotherapist, somatic experiencing practitioner, and equine therapist. She is experienced in supporting individuals who have experienced developmental and complex trauma, family violence, and sexual assault. In addition, Meg works with clients navigating neurodiversity, and a range of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. He work weaves together talk therapy, body-based (somatic) approaches and healing through nature to support growth from the inside out. Meg's approach is trauma-informed, attachment-based, and guided by principles of compassion, curiosity, and empowerment.
(03) 4238 0899 View (03) 4238 0899
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Golden Plains Counselling and Social Support
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and children through life’s challenges. My practice is grounded in a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach, ensuring that each person feels heard, validated, and understood. Over the years I have worked extensively with trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, adjustment difficulties, stress, OCD, Bullying/Abuse, TAC and Worksafe.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and children through life’s challenges. My practice is grounded in a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach, ensuring that each person feels heard, validated, and understood. Over the years I have worked extensively with trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, adjustment difficulties, stress, OCD, Bullying/Abuse, TAC and Worksafe.
(03) 4328 3930 View (03) 4328 3930
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Beth McConnell
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I’m a Certified Practising Counsellor specialising in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My work is informed by both clinical training and lived experience of obsessive–compulsive conditions. I understand how consuming and overwhelming OCD can be, and I aim to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and supported.
I’m a Certified Practising Counsellor specialising in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My work is informed by both clinical training and lived experience of obsessive–compulsive conditions. I understand how consuming and overwhelming OCD can be, and I aim to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and supported.
(03) 4240 3270 View (03) 4240 3270
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Marsha Lewellin
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I bring passion and enthusiasm to my work and enjoy working with adolescents and adults presenting with a diverse range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, substance use, self-harm, mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions and grief and loss. I approach the therapeutic process from a stance of resolving long-term behavioural, cognitive and relational patterns, that negatively present functioning and wellbeing. Clients will be interested in and committed to identifying and exploring underlying causes of current distress.
I bring passion and enthusiasm to my work and enjoy working with adolescents and adults presenting with a diverse range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, substance use, self-harm, mood disorders, trauma, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions and grief and loss. I approach the therapeutic process from a stance of resolving long-term behavioural, cognitive and relational patterns, that negatively present functioning and wellbeing. Clients will be interested in and committed to identifying and exploring underlying causes of current distress.
0405 876 142 View 0405 876 142
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Angela Simpson
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Online Only
Angela is a health psychologist who is passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based treatment. She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues. Additionally, Angela has an interest in women's health including issues relating to pregnancy and menopause.
Angela is a health psychologist who is passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based treatment. She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues. Additionally, Angela has an interest in women's health including issues relating to pregnancy and menopause.
(03) 8338 4007 View (03) 8338 4007
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Ana Ramirez
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults presenting with complex mental health needs, trauma and neurodevelopmental conditions. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, and culturally sensitive approach. Over the years, I have worked across a variety of settings including child protection, family violence services and private practice. This has provided me with a strong understanding of systemic and developmental challenges, particularly for individuals navigating adversity and intergenerational trauma.
I am a registered psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults presenting with complex mental health needs, trauma and neurodevelopmental conditions. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, and culturally sensitive approach. Over the years, I have worked across a variety of settings including child protection, family violence services and private practice. This has provided me with a strong understanding of systemic and developmental challenges, particularly for individuals navigating adversity and intergenerational trauma.
(03) 4236 3720 View (03) 4236 3720
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Magdalena Jantac
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you seeking clarity and lightness during confusing or challenging times? As a transpersonal art therapist, I offer to guide on your unique journey inwards to explore your inner landscape and find empowerment. Transpersonal art therapy combines traditional talk therapy with guided meditation and creative expression, providing a gentle yet profound approach to self-exploration, helping us to process tough emotions and bringing all suppressed and underlying emotions to the surface, that can't be contained with words only, giving us a clear perspective.
Are you seeking clarity and lightness during confusing or challenging times? As a transpersonal art therapist, I offer to guide on your unique journey inwards to explore your inner landscape and find empowerment. Transpersonal art therapy combines traditional talk therapy with guided meditation and creative expression, providing a gentle yet profound approach to self-exploration, helping us to process tough emotions and bringing all suppressed and underlying emotions to the surface, that can't be contained with words only, giving us a clear perspective.
(03) 4240 3925 View (03) 4240 3925
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CounsellorOnCall
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
(03) 4422 4813 View (03) 4422 4813
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Amy Adair
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
At Sunnymead Counselling, we provide evidence-based therapy to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. Our warm and caring space offers the opportunity to reflect, build understanding, and discover new paths toward wellbeing. Most importantly, we believe therapy works best when it’s grounded in genuine connection and mutual respect. We will meet you where you are, honour your unique story, and support you to find greater clarity, resilience, and growth. We offer two clinic locations, in Lorne & Torquay.
At Sunnymead Counselling, we provide evidence-based therapy to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. Our warm and caring space offers the opportunity to reflect, build understanding, and discover new paths toward wellbeing. Most importantly, we believe therapy works best when it’s grounded in genuine connection and mutual respect. We will meet you where you are, honour your unique story, and support you to find greater clarity, resilience, and growth. We offer two clinic locations, in Lorne & Torquay.
(03) 4238 2470 View (03) 4238 2470
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Clare Barrett
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I am a dedicated psychotherapist & hypnotherapist, willing & ready to work with the willing & ready. I work with all ages and genders and have a passion for working with men and with adolescents. Relationships, addictions, anxiety and stress can make life feel like a burden. If you feel the heavy weight of your situation, I am here to help you de-stress and simplify. Together we will cast light on your thinking, your emotions and behavioural patterns to create a new view. I work systemically, informed by IFS (Internal Family Systems) so we look at all your internal parts and all your external parts, for an integrated solution.
I am a dedicated psychotherapist & hypnotherapist, willing & ready to work with the willing & ready. I work with all ages and genders and have a passion for working with men and with adolescents. Relationships, addictions, anxiety and stress can make life feel like a burden. If you feel the heavy weight of your situation, I am here to help you de-stress and simplify. Together we will cast light on your thinking, your emotions and behavioural patterns to create a new view. I work systemically, informed by IFS (Internal Family Systems) so we look at all your internal parts and all your external parts, for an integrated solution.
(03) 4422 2033 View (03) 4422 2033

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