Female Counselling in Hurstbridge, VIC

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Green Lotus Well-being
Social Worker, AASW
Hurstbridge, VIC 3099
Hi! I'm Alex, I'm an experienced Clinical Social Worker. I am member of the AASW and hold a Bachelor of Social Work and am trained in many different counselling modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play Based Modalities and Lego Play.​ I have almost a decade of experience working with community members supporting them to achieve their mental health and well-being goals. At Green Lotus Wellbeing, I specialise in providing compassionate counselling services for anxiety disorders, depression, grief, loss, and infertility. Sessions start at $140 for online and $150 in person.
Hi! I'm Alex, I'm an experienced Clinical Social Worker. I am member of the AASW and hold a Bachelor of Social Work and am trained in many different counselling modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play Based Modalities and Lego Play.​ I have almost a decade of experience working with community members supporting them to achieve their mental health and well-being goals. At Green Lotus Wellbeing, I specialise in providing compassionate counselling services for anxiety disorders, depression, grief, loss, and infertility. Sessions start at $140 for online and $150 in person.
(03) 8104 9691 View (03) 8104 9691
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Kristine Lutter
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, self esteem/self worth, guilt, shame, family of origin issues, bullying and people struggling with infertility. My approach is holistic looking at the physical, social, spiritual (values) and emotional aspects. I attempt to ensure clients feel safe and comfortable before they are able to share what has happened to them. With my experience in this industry, I have trained and supervise counsellors. This has helped me to deepen my understanding of what clients need. Available for online throughout Australia.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, self esteem/self worth, guilt, shame, family of origin issues, bullying and people struggling with infertility. My approach is holistic looking at the physical, social, spiritual (values) and emotional aspects. I attempt to ensure clients feel safe and comfortable before they are able to share what has happened to them. With my experience in this industry, I have trained and supervise counsellors. This has helped me to deepen my understanding of what clients need. Available for online throughout Australia.
(03) 8104 9918 View (03) 8104 9918
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Your Local Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
At Your Local Psychologist, we work alongside everyday people to help them to identify and break through the barriers that prevent them from living their best life. We are committed to people feeling respected and heard, and that they have the opportunity to learn new ways to cope with the difficulties that we all face at times in life. Our fully qualified and experienced psychologists are registered with AHPRA. We practice evidence based therapy and are continually undertaking training and updating our knowledge, so that we remain current and fresh to best practice psychological treatments and tools.
At Your Local Psychologist, we work alongside everyday people to help them to identify and break through the barriers that prevent them from living their best life. We are committed to people feeling respected and heard, and that they have the opportunity to learn new ways to cope with the difficulties that we all face at times in life. Our fully qualified and experienced psychologists are registered with AHPRA. We practice evidence based therapy and are continually undertaking training and updating our knowledge, so that we remain current and fresh to best practice psychological treatments and tools.
(03) 8771 4043 View (03) 8771 4043
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Kate Culy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you uncertain about your next steps towards feeling better and where to start? Facing major shifts in your relationships, job, or well-being? Maybe you’re experiencing overwhelm, depression, or anxiety? Or have you been living with some problems that just won’t go away and simply need to talk things out with someone? Working alongside you, I will help you find your way through tricky times towards feeling better. This might involve developing deeper understanding, broader viewpoints, enhanced self-awareness, and utilizing your inner strengths.
Are you uncertain about your next steps towards feeling better and where to start? Facing major shifts in your relationships, job, or well-being? Maybe you’re experiencing overwhelm, depression, or anxiety? Or have you been living with some problems that just won’t go away and simply need to talk things out with someone? Working alongside you, I will help you find your way through tricky times towards feeling better. This might involve developing deeper understanding, broader viewpoints, enhanced self-awareness, and utilizing your inner strengths.
(03) 8400 0416 View (03) 8400 0416
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Avá Joy Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about supporting those on a journey of inner healing, growth, discovery and transformation. I am in service of those who ready to connect to the truth of their inner nature, explore their sense of purpose, and develop the unique and innate gifts they came to share with the world.
I am passionate about supporting those on a journey of inner healing, growth, discovery and transformation. I am in service of those who ready to connect to the truth of their inner nature, explore their sense of purpose, and develop the unique and innate gifts they came to share with the world.
(03) 8400 0562 View (03) 8400 0562

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A Meaningful Chat
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
You are here because you feel like you (or someone you know) may need therapy and are reading through profiles of strangers, scrolling through their videos and photos. It's a pretty common part of being on the internet nowadays, along with scrolling through memes and videos of food and cats. You may be looking for connection. Someone who speaks to you and may get you and your life story. I know what’s like, because I’ve been on that side of the screen going through that same process. Today may not be the day you choose to call or email, but you are scoping what’s there and most of it may sound pretty similar profile to profile.
You are here because you feel like you (or someone you know) may need therapy and are reading through profiles of strangers, scrolling through their videos and photos. It's a pretty common part of being on the internet nowadays, along with scrolling through memes and videos of food and cats. You may be looking for connection. Someone who speaks to you and may get you and your life story. I know what’s like, because I’ve been on that side of the screen going through that same process. Today may not be the day you choose to call or email, but you are scoping what’s there and most of it may sound pretty similar profile to profile.
(02) 4504 0175 View (02) 4504 0175
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Julie Anders
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
As a Holistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, I help people navigate the sometimes bumpy flow of life and facilitate their process of connecting back with their own inner strengths and resources. The impacts of trauma, anxiety and overwhelm can be debilitating. Together, we dive deeper than symptom management and work with the process that's wanting to emerge, the way of life that you imagine. We find out what's in the way of this new way of being, and step onto a new path, rich with the possibility of change.
As a Holistic Counsellor & Psychotherapist, I help people navigate the sometimes bumpy flow of life and facilitate their process of connecting back with their own inner strengths and resources. The impacts of trauma, anxiety and overwhelm can be debilitating. Together, we dive deeper than symptom management and work with the process that's wanting to emerge, the way of life that you imagine. We find out what's in the way of this new way of being, and step onto a new path, rich with the possibility of change.
(02) 4306 7106 View (02) 4306 7106
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Shamim Ahmadi
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
“Walking alongside you toward resilience and hope.” Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, grief, or relationship challenges. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, weighed down by cultural expectations, or uncertain about your next steps. What you want most is a safe, understanding space where you can explore your feelings without judgment, make sense of your experiences, and begin to move forward with greater clarity and strength. You want to feel lighter, more connected, and able to live in line with what truly matters to you.
“Walking alongside you toward resilience and hope.” Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, grief, or relationship challenges. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, weighed down by cultural expectations, or uncertain about your next steps. What you want most is a safe, understanding space where you can explore your feelings without judgment, make sense of your experiences, and begin to move forward with greater clarity and strength. You want to feel lighter, more connected, and able to live in line with what truly matters to you.
(03) 8771 4850 View (03) 8771 4850
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Estefania Tello Arce
Verified Verified
Windsor, VIC 3181
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
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Maggie Hall
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Melbourne, VIC 3004
Dr Maggie Hall is the founder of Inner South Psychology. She is an experienced clinical psychologist who uses a non-judgmental and empathetic approach to treat a wide variety of difficulties in adults of all ages. She has expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as stress, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment, life transitions, problems at work, sleep difficulties, loss, grief, addictions and managing difficult emotions.
Dr Maggie Hall is the founder of Inner South Psychology. She is an experienced clinical psychologist who uses a non-judgmental and empathetic approach to treat a wide variety of difficulties in adults of all ages. She has expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as stress, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment, life transitions, problems at work, sleep difficulties, loss, grief, addictions and managing difficult emotions.
(03) 9111 5312 View (03) 9111 5312
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Laura Solis
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
Welcome. We all seek therapy for different reasons. Perhaps you are struggling in your relationships, are going through a life change, or need some support with difficulties you are facing or you are seeking therapy for self understanding, meaning, wellbeing and personal growth. Therapy can help. I believe in your innate capacity to move towards healing, growth and change. Your safety and a non judgemental space is prioritised. As a psychotherapist and couples therapist I practice with an integrative, humanistic, holistic, existential and trauma informed approach. I see you as unique. You are met where you are at.
Welcome. We all seek therapy for different reasons. Perhaps you are struggling in your relationships, are going through a life change, or need some support with difficulties you are facing or you are seeking therapy for self understanding, meaning, wellbeing and personal growth. Therapy can help. I believe in your innate capacity to move towards healing, growth and change. Your safety and a non judgemental space is prioritised. As a psychotherapist and couples therapist I practice with an integrative, humanistic, holistic, existential and trauma informed approach. I see you as unique. You are met where you are at.
(03) 7003 2501 View (03) 7003 2501
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Carol Now For you
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,可通过carolnowhelpyou.youcanbook.me直接预约,简单又省时!Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions $60/hour -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询$60/小时 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,可通过carolnowhelpyou.youcanbook.me直接预约,简单又省时!Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions $60/hour -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询$60/小时 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
(07) 2100 4112 View (07) 2100 4112
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In Bloom Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Tim and Katherine have appointment availability. At In Bloom Psychology, we provide a trauma sensitive service that aims to reduce distress, promote healing and allow people to flourish. The service works with adults 18 years old and over from a diverse range of backgrounds. In particular, therapy is provided for life transitions and adjustment issues, trauma, anxiety conditions, OCD, self-esteem issues, perfectionism and people pleasing, depression, work stress and burnout and chronic pain. Tim and Katherine provide Supervision to registered psychologists. Katherine can also provide supervision to clinical registrars.
Tim and Katherine have appointment availability. At In Bloom Psychology, we provide a trauma sensitive service that aims to reduce distress, promote healing and allow people to flourish. The service works with adults 18 years old and over from a diverse range of backgrounds. In particular, therapy is provided for life transitions and adjustment issues, trauma, anxiety conditions, OCD, self-esteem issues, perfectionism and people pleasing, depression, work stress and burnout and chronic pain. Tim and Katherine provide Supervision to registered psychologists. Katherine can also provide supervision to clinical registrars.
0410 600 940 View 0410 600 940
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Georgia de Keyzer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Brunswick West, VIC 3055
I am a Psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology. I have experience in community and private settings, supporting clients with their neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I draw on Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic approaches, tailoring my work to each client’s needs. My style balances practical strategies for daily life with deeper exploration of past experiences and how they shape current patterns, emotions, and relationships.
I am a Psychologist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology. I have experience in community and private settings, supporting clients with their neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I draw on Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic approaches, tailoring my work to each client’s needs. My style balances practical strategies for daily life with deeper exploration of past experiences and how they shape current patterns, emotions, and relationships.
(03) 7003 2683 View (03) 7003 2683
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Chloe Giacomello Nicholas
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Knoxfield, VIC 3180
As your psychologist, my goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I believe that every person’s journey is unique, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges together. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, working through trauma, or adjusting to life’s transitions, I’ll tailor my approach to meet your individual needs and goals.
As your psychologist, my goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. I believe that every person’s journey is unique, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we navigate life’s challenges together. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, working through trauma, or adjusting to life’s transitions, I’ll tailor my approach to meet your individual needs and goals.
(03) 8203 5795 View (03) 8203 5795
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Chiu Lau
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
From 2003, Chiu has worked with autistic people and their families. Since then, she's developed proficiency treating and supporting clients across the lifespan experiencing trauma, chronic pain & fatigue, loss & grief, anxiety & mood disorders and minority stress (eg. Autistic, ADHD, medically disabled, culturally diverse and trans & gender questioning persons). Clients describe Chiu as thorough, efficient, down-to-earth, and practical. She works with a strengths-based, trauma-informed, person-centred lens, offering a no-BS, affirming approach grounded in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
From 2003, Chiu has worked with autistic people and their families. Since then, she's developed proficiency treating and supporting clients across the lifespan experiencing trauma, chronic pain & fatigue, loss & grief, anxiety & mood disorders and minority stress (eg. Autistic, ADHD, medically disabled, culturally diverse and trans & gender questioning persons). Clients describe Chiu as thorough, efficient, down-to-earth, and practical. She works with a strengths-based, trauma-informed, person-centred lens, offering a no-BS, affirming approach grounded in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
0491 188 891 View 0491 188 891
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Kat Maguire
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Kat is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
Kat is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
(03) 7003 2952 View (03) 7003 2952
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Sarah McMurtrie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Camberwell, VIC 3124
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
(03) 8771 5307 View (03) 8771 5307
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Jeanine L Busch
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Tecoma, VIC 3160
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy can allow us to get to know ourselves, not who the world wants us to be, nor what the world has turned us into; but the self that guides all we want to be and the self that guides our intuition. By understanding all the aspects of being (mind, body, relational, transpersonal and contextual) therapy can help us learn how to negotiate life, let go of things that hinder us and live in a manner which is more conscious of all that is meaningful to us as individuals. In this way a person can live life to the full, in a manner that is true to yourself, leaves you feeling fulfilled and constantly growing.
Therapy can allow us to get to know ourselves, not who the world wants us to be, nor what the world has turned us into; but the self that guides all we want to be and the self that guides our intuition. By understanding all the aspects of being (mind, body, relational, transpersonal and contextual) therapy can help us learn how to negotiate life, let go of things that hinder us and live in a manner which is more conscious of all that is meaningful to us as individuals. In this way a person can live life to the full, in a manner that is true to yourself, leaves you feeling fulfilled and constantly growing.
(03) 5909 9860 View (03) 5909 9860
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Melbourne Sandplay & Expressive Therapies
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Bayswater, VIC 3153
Melbourne Sandplay and Expressive Therapies provides a safe space for you to explore your inner psyche and find peace and healing through deep therapeutic engagement. Sandplay is the ideal mode to heal from trauma and find your own inner resources. Guided drawing also helps you engage your body “knowing” to guide you towards healing. I would be honoured to share your healing journey with you.
Melbourne Sandplay and Expressive Therapies provides a safe space for you to explore your inner psyche and find peace and healing through deep therapeutic engagement. Sandplay is the ideal mode to heal from trauma and find your own inner resources. Guided drawing also helps you engage your body “knowing” to guide you towards healing. I would be honoured to share your healing journey with you.
(03) 9864 1852 View (03) 9864 1852
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.