Counselling in Goulburn Valley, VIC

I am a Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practioner Agency (AHPRA). My therapeutic practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused and Clinical EFT. My aim in therapy is to build a respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with clients. This helps to make everyone feel safe when working on personal concerns. I work collaboratively with clients and encourage them to provide feedback about what is and isn't helpful to help tailor sessions specifically to meet their goals.

Brianna offers a trauma-informed counselling service Australia-wide that provides a safe space for people to uncover the root-cause of their issues (trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, grief & other recurring patterns, cycles & challenges). Uncovering issues from the root leads to a better understanding of the self & therefore true healing to evolve. "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life & you'll call it fate." - Carl Jung.

I help ladies who are survivors of toxic childhoods, narcissistic relationships and domestic violence release their pain and reclaim their sass. .......................................................................... Using my unique THRIVE method, you will break free of the conditioning beliefs, release the toxic cycles and grow your self trust. ...................................................................................................... You will emerge feeling empowered, aligned to your truth and ready to THRIVE.

Accepting NEW Referrals. Initial Session Offered Within Two Weeks. I am an experienced social worker having worked in hospital and community settings. I am an AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers) Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. I am passionate about supporting people experiencing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, childhood trauma, borderline personality disorder, anger management, emotional dysregulation, bereavement/grief & loss, life transitions, workplace issues and relationship challenges.

Counselling confidential space which enables clients to explore issues, which may have been difficult to deal with alone. I view therapy as an individual process and a journey of self discovery that create an opportunity to become aware of inner conflicts and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. I recognise that there is not one approach to therapy that will suit everyon. I’ve been a fully-certified counselor since 2000, working with adolescents, adults and families, working through grief, loss, depression, anxiety, and stress.

Helping parents with the challenges , joys and hurdles of raising happy, healthy and confident children. Special interest in post natal period and maternal mental health. I work under Medicare, privately and with NDIS referrals. My values are ; Integrity & Wisdom. I use a range of researched and ethical treatment strategies to assist you and your child. I do what I say I will in a timely and fair manner. Containment & Connection: The idea of containment describes a pattern of communicating mental experiences and containment refers to an experience of being held in mind

Codie provides therapy to children and adults who experience mood disorders, anxiety, stress, psychosis, and sleep problems. Codie also provides supports to neurodiverse individuals, particularly around emotional regulation and implementing school supports. Codie works with clients to identify their personal goals for therapy by getting them to focus on what is most meaningful to them. Codie also offers diagnostic assessments for Autism, ADHD, and cognitive functioning.

You may have been struggling for some time. Something isn’t working and life could be better. You have probably tried all sorts of things on your own, but therapy can be a way for you to get a fresh perspective with the help of someone who has an expertise in mental health. I am a psychologist who works with people experiencing low mood, anxiety, past trauma, chronic pain, other health conditions, OCD, relationship difficulties, and sleep problems, and those seeking therapy as a way to live a more meaningful life. Most of my clients experience improvements in symptoms after a course of therapy.

As a service, the cornerstone of the Collected Minds approach is the delivery of accessible, progressive, high quality psychological therapy. This work is underpinned by genuine collaboration with a range of other health professionals, such as our Consultant GP, to deliver what we see as whole body mental health - a head-to-toe approach involving lifestyle interventions such as nutrition, exercise, and broader health improvement. We offer this comprehensive approach to support meaningful and sustainable change - all delivered to you online, where ever you may be.

I support people with a wide range of issues including grief and loss, relationship concerns, anxiety, stress, trauma and life transitions (empty nesters, separation, retirement issues, ageing, life-threatening diagnosis). Working at your pace, the origins of your current concerns are uncovered and new emotions, thoughts and behaviours take place to help you feel fulfilled and live a more satisfying life. ​

Every person I work with is treated with dignity, respect and compassion. This means looking beyond people's current condition, situation or diagnosis to also consider their broader life-history, including how current symptoms may have been shaped by early life experiences. I believe that everybody, no matter how complex or challenging their situation, circumstances or life experiences, when provided the right support has within themselves vast resources for self-understanding and resilience.

Living through a pandemic added additional pressures for many people who were already experiencing hardships. I felt it too. I can assist clients to gain clarity in choices and decisions they make and to reduce the haziness of brain fog many are experiencing. Connecting with clients is an essential component of counselling, taking an empathetic approach where I can see things from a clients perspective helps to develop the connection we will share together. Sometimes no matter how hard some of us try, we can no longer manage alone, we need to reach out and seek professional support. I can support you through your challenges.

Everyone, at some point in their lives, struggles with challenging emotions that stand in the way of fully living. Perhaps you become overwhelmed with the smallest decisions, or you find it hard to deal with the people in your life. It is not uncommon to feel lost or discouraged and to think “Why do I keep making the same mistakes? Why can’t I take control of my life and live on my own terms? Will things ever change?”.

Kristian is passionate about empowering clients to navigate life’s challenges and to ultimately live a meaningful life. He helps neurotypical and neurodiverse adolescents and adults with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, life adjustment, chronic health conditions, and issues particularly impactful for minority groups. He also has experience working with individuals with functional neurological disorders, epilepsy, acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions.

Olivia is a Director and Clinical Psychologist at Collected Minds. As a registered psychologist since 2009, with recent clinical endorsement, Olivia is passionate about supporting clients to develop meaningful goals and live life more consistently with their personal values. She will work collaboratively with you in order to tailor her approach to the individual, utilising a variety of evidence-based psychological treatments including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques.

Hello my name is Greta, at times we all need a friendly face and someone to listen to our story.  My aim is to walk with you to provide an authentic, honest and trusting space where life's experiences can be shared without judgement.  I work from a biopsychosocial model which essentially means looking at the interconnection of our biology, our psychology and our social connections to help understand how we experience and respond to the challenges we may experience throughout our life.  Whilst we are all unique and different, I describe myself as an eclectic therapist, in that I draw from a range of therapy forms.

Our mental health determines the quality of our lives. How we view ourselves and the world around us determines whether we live fulfilling, meaningful lives, or whether we struggle with feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness and despair. Our emotional wellbeing has an influence on our relationships and career success; it can dictate whether we feel safe and whole, or scared and anxious.

NO WAIT list - With over 10 years experience I work with a range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, grief and loss, interpersonal issues, sleep assistance and work place injuries. I also have a strong interest and experience working with trauma, including veterans and both survivors and perpetrators of family violence. I am a strong believer in positive psychology and the concept of accessing psychological support to accomplish self-growth.

My name is Lissa McIldowney and I decided to become a Counsellor during the 2019/20 bush fires in Victoria. Having been through the loss of my family home and business in a fire several years before, I felt I could use this experience to help others. I believe that loss and how we integrate it is a key factor in the quality of our lives. In my practice, I help people to pick up the threads of their lives and weave them around their losses, whatever these may be. My hope is for each person to find their unique pattern, one that includes and honours spaces for the missing.