Counselling in Lower Plenty, VIC

Ash is an accredited social worker and therapist, working with adults from diverse backgrounds and identities, practicing on unceded Wurundjeri country. She specialises in supporting people impacted by life challenges, including those experiencing anxiety and depression. Ash offers individual therapy, utilising evidence-based modalities such as Schema Therapy. With a background in individual and group counselling, working with victim/survivors and perpetrators of family violence, suicide crisis support, and disability work, Ash is passionate about empowering individuals to work towards their goals and embrace their authentic selves.

Julia is a highly skilled couples therapist with many years of experience. She has worked with a diverse range of issues such as complex mental health, grief and loss, suicide prevention, addictions, and family violence. She has worked in a variety of different settings including telephone and online services, not for profit agencies and Employee Assistance Program. Julia is a client centred counsellor who offers presence, genuine engagement, and a deep understanding of core issues and childhood trauma that can lead to problems in your relationship.

I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility and perinatal and suicide bereavement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.

If you suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidal Ideation, self harm or have experienced trauma in your life, then Victoria Art therapy is the professional company that can help you achieve a clearer and positive sense of well-being. The Art Therapy work undertaken with clients, is informed by current and emerging research, that best supports people to shift and develop. We provide our clients with a ‘healing environment’, that consistently nurtures, maintains safety, security and emotional support. We deliver a number of therapeutic approaches, to ensure we are providing the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Are you an adult client looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks? Are you having relationship difficulties, such as parenting/behavioural difficulties, or problems with a partner (or ex), family member, co-worker or friend? I have a particular interest in PTSD and complex trauma whether from attachment issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents. I also have a strong focus and significant experience counselling/supporting neurodivergent clients.

Pauline is a clinical psychology registrar. She provides individual therapy both online and in person, using strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Schema Therapy. She is passionate about providing a warm and collaborative space where people can feel empowered to move towards what matters to them in ways that utilise their strengths and honour their culture and values.

I am a Gestalt psychotherapist with a background in psychology and 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. My work is based on respectful exploration of client’s experience in the here and now, including our ongoing psychotherapy relationship. We look together at patterns of emotional reactions and behaviours, new (yet) unfamiliar ways of being oneself and being with others, and possibilities for change and growth. My interest in Gestalt psychotherapy reflects my passion for a deeper understanding of psychological and emotional well-being and satisfactory human relationships.

Specialising in high risk adolescents and adults, I offer contemporary psychoanalysis and EMDR resulting in powerful therapeutic benefits. Integrating several types of therapy (CBT, solution focused, problem solving), psychoanalysis informs my work in terms of the way I conceptualise the client's current problems and EMDR (as needed) results in a faster way of processing trauma. Combining these two therapies provides effective in-depth therapy with relatively brief therapy. If you have been suffering with unresolved psychological trauma, I can help you to overcome the problems that are keeping you from maximising your potential.

I’m a Clinical Psychologist and trained EMDR therapist who thinks creatively about mental health. I fuse Eastern modalities such as mindfulness, meditation and yoga with modern therapy methods such as EMDR - to help you find your wisdom and a way forward.

Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.

My approach to therapy is empathetic and collaborative. I use a variety of evidence-based practices to support and work with my clients wherever they are within their life journey. My aim is to create a warm and client-focused environment to allow for exploration and support of the client’s concerns and to instil meaningful change.

We all experience suffering, and our suffering can be intensified by cultural structures, ideologies, and oppression. I have specific interest in neurodiversity and its impact on how one relates to the world and themselves. I value working with people who may feel marginalised or misunderstood and individuals struggling with feelings of low self-worth. I value working with the whole individual and their many facets. My hope for those I support is to suffer less and live more fully.

I am a strength-based, person-centred counsellor who facilitates individuals’ wellbeing through a holistic approach by liaising with external stakeholders as needed. I am also experienced in responding to critical incidents that pose risk to any individual. I enjoy working with culturally diverse individuals from different ethnical backgrounds regardless of their age or sex. I am very enthusiastic about making valuable contributions to the community to enable individuals confident enough to live more potential and happier lives.

PLEASE NOTE: I am an accredited social worker; I am not presently working under Medicare. Private clients via TELEHEALTH DUE TO STAGE 4 RESTRICTIONS Life can be a bit of a roller coaster ride; one that isn’t always pleasant. It can be challenging to reach out to those closest to us when facing certain situations, especially when they may be part of what is causing tension for us. As a therapist, I would like to assist you gain insight and increase self-awareness and strategies not only to cope, but to thrive. People often say “I just want things to be better.” But what does “better” actually look like for you? Let’s explore that.

I am a Holistic Counsellor with specialisation in Art Therapy (Master of Art Therapy, La Trobe Uni) and Clinical Counselling & Supervision (ACA). My areas of expertise include: DBT-informed Art Therapy and Jungian psychodynamic client-centred methods. My holistic approach supports the whole person, not just mental health needs. I consider physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing of my clients. I strive to create a space in which my clients can rediscover their own innate healing power, in order to bring about a feeling of wholeness and integrity.

Taking new clients in 2024! I am a registered psychologist with years of experience working with all ages. I believe that therapy is essential for individuals from all ages and walks of life to enhance their quality of life. I specialise in a variety of presentations including mood disorders such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder with both children and adults. I am skilled in working with developmental presentations including Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD. I work closely with Kayla Cutajar, Lead Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studio.

Being an ecclectic counsellor, I am passionate about providing effective techniques for my clients so they can process their issues, worries or concerns in a safe and supportive environment. The aim of my counselling services is to help clients to improve their lives by exploring their presenting difficulties and work collaboratively towards achieving a positive and lasting change. I am trained and experienced in working with clients who may be suffering from grief and loss, domestic violence issues or relationship disputes. I support a range of clients including individuals, children, teens, couples, families and groups.