Transgender Counselling in Melbourne, VIC
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist and business consultant specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, and substance misuse. I work with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, and addiction. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, which considers each individual as a whole, encompassing their unique experiences and circumstances. As a narrative therapist, I to explore personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding individuals toward meaningful change and growth.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist and business consultant specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, and substance misuse. I work with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, and addiction. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, which considers each individual as a whole, encompassing their unique experiences and circumstances. As a narrative therapist, I to explore personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding individuals toward meaningful change and growth.
My experience encompasses a broad array of client presentations, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relational conflicts, complex trauma/abuse.
My main mission is to create a warm and welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the CLAD, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities. I love helping clients embrace and be kind to the parts of themselves they might find challenging, while also equipping them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
My experience encompasses a broad array of client presentations, including ADHD, gender identity, gender dysphoria, dissociative disorders, mood disorders, family and relational conflicts, complex trauma/abuse.
My main mission is to create a warm and welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the CLAD, LGBTQIA+, and neurodivergent communities. I love helping clients embrace and be kind to the parts of themselves they might find challenging, while also equipping them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
Concession available. I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families, supporting people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and faiths. I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame. Couples and families I work with often come for support with communication challenges, reoccurring conflict, parenting stress, navigating changes in relationship dynamics, or repairing connection after ruptures.
Concession available. I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families, supporting people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and faiths. I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame. Couples and families I work with often come for support with communication challenges, reoccurring conflict, parenting stress, navigating changes in relationship dynamics, or repairing connection after ruptures.
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
Richard is a proud transgender man who mainly utilises aspects of Narrative Therapy and Solutions Focused Therapy.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your work or relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off?
Richard is a proud transgender man who mainly utilises aspects of Narrative Therapy and Solutions Focused Therapy.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your work or relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off?
I’m Dom Caesar (they/them), an autistic and queer social worker. I work with people aged 16 and up, and I especially welcome those who identify as neurodivergent, queer, trans, or who have felt misunderstood or unsupported in traditional therapy settings.
Some topics I love exploring with people include unpacking burnout, emotional exhaustion, or the toll of masking; exploring identity, including neurodivergence, gender, sexuality, and how these intersect; learning how to communicate your needs and boundaries; navigating systems (like workplaces, schools or families); and anything else that feels meaningful to you!
I’m Dom Caesar (they/them), an autistic and queer social worker. I work with people aged 16 and up, and I especially welcome those who identify as neurodivergent, queer, trans, or who have felt misunderstood or unsupported in traditional therapy settings.
Some topics I love exploring with people include unpacking burnout, emotional exhaustion, or the toll of masking; exploring identity, including neurodivergence, gender, sexuality, and how these intersect; learning how to communicate your needs and boundaries; navigating systems (like workplaces, schools or families); and anything else that feels meaningful to you!
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes. With lived experience within kink, queer, and poly/RA communities, I bring a deeply affirming, intersectional lens to my practice, understanding firsthand the impact of stigma, marginalisation, and systemic barriers on mental health. I am committed to providing trauma-informed, client-led, strengths-based care that celebrates neurodiversity and fosters authentic self-expression.
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes. With lived experience within kink, queer, and poly/RA communities, I bring a deeply affirming, intersectional lens to my practice, understanding firsthand the impact of stigma, marginalisation, and systemic barriers on mental health. I am committed to providing trauma-informed, client-led, strengths-based care that celebrates neurodiversity and fosters authentic self-expression.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or struggling with motivation? Do you have sensitivities that leave you feeling judged by others, or misunderstood? Do you experience stuck patterns of behaviour that effect your ability to feel satisfaction in life and in relationships? Do you feel pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations, which leaves you feeling "othered" and isolated? I see you! You are not alone and you don't have to work this out by yourself. Together we can explore your lived experience and the many ways it impacts your sense of self, worthiness and belonging.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or struggling with motivation? Do you have sensitivities that leave you feeling judged by others, or misunderstood? Do you experience stuck patterns of behaviour that effect your ability to feel satisfaction in life and in relationships? Do you feel pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations, which leaves you feeling "othered" and isolated? I see you! You are not alone and you don't have to work this out by yourself. Together we can explore your lived experience and the many ways it impacts your sense of self, worthiness and belonging.
Hi, I'm Paul (he/they) a psychologist with a deep passion for creating safe spaces where young people, especially those in the queer/LGBTQIA+ community, can explore, heal, and thrive. I focus on working to empower individuals from marginalised communities to navigate and challenge the systemic barriers they face. My work centres on helping clients reconnect with their strengths, celebrate their identities, and find freedom from societal pressures that often feel overwhelming.
Hi, I'm Paul (he/they) a psychologist with a deep passion for creating safe spaces where young people, especially those in the queer/LGBTQIA+ community, can explore, heal, and thrive. I focus on working to empower individuals from marginalised communities to navigate and challenge the systemic barriers they face. My work centres on helping clients reconnect with their strengths, celebrate their identities, and find freedom from societal pressures that often feel overwhelming.
In my practice, I support a wide range of concerns, including gender identity exploration, gender dysphoria, Autism, ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, personality vulnerabilities, trauma and dissociation, self-esteem challenges, self-harm, and interpersonal difficulties.
Hi, I’m Eden (he/they), a Registered Psychologist deeply committed to improving mental health outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a trans and neurodivergent person, I bring a lived understanding of how stigma, systemic barriers, and discrimination can affect mental health and identity. I am dedicated to providing trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, sex-positive, and gender and sexuality-affirming care, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space where clients feel respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.
In my practice, I support a wide range of concerns, including gender identity exploration, gender dysphoria, Autism, ADHD, mood and anxiety disorders, personality vulnerabilities, trauma and dissociation, self-esteem challenges, self-harm, and interpersonal difficulties.
Hi, I’m Eden (he/they), a Registered Psychologist deeply committed to improving mental health outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a trans and neurodivergent person, I bring a lived understanding of how stigma, systemic barriers, and discrimination can affect mental health and identity. I am dedicated to providing trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, sex-positive, and gender and sexuality-affirming care, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space where clients feel respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
I take a collaborative, and evidence-based approach to support individuals with gender and sexual identity, kink, gender dysphoria, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, substance use, ADHD, stigma, interpersonal issues, grief, life transitions, and trauma.
Hello! I'm Xander (he/him) I’m a provisional psychologist dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed care, with a focus on improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Queer person myself, I understand how difficult it can be to find quality, affirming care, and my goal is to create a space where Queer and neurodivergent individuals can authentically express and explore themselves without fear of judgment.
I take a collaborative, and evidence-based approach to support individuals with gender and sexual identity, kink, gender dysphoria, mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, substance use, ADHD, stigma, interpersonal issues, grief, life transitions, and trauma.
Hello! I'm Xander (he/him) I’m a provisional psychologist dedicated to providing compassionate, non-judgmental, and trauma-informed care, with a focus on improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Queer person myself, I understand how difficult it can be to find quality, affirming care, and my goal is to create a space where Queer and neurodivergent individuals can authentically express and explore themselves without fear of judgment.
Hi, I’m Patrick Rory-John (they/them), a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through their unique journeys. My practice focuses on sexuality, gender, and relationship therapy. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns from navigating complex relationships, sexuality, and gender affirming care, to coping with trauma, disability and mental health struggles. I am passionate about creating an environment where clients feel respected heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Hi, I’m Patrick Rory-John (they/them), a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through their unique journeys. My practice focuses on sexuality, gender, and relationship therapy. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns from navigating complex relationships, sexuality, and gender affirming care, to coping with trauma, disability and mental health struggles. I am passionate about creating an environment where clients feel respected heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Hi, I’m Rhi (they/them), a queer, non-binary accredited mental health social worker and counsellor dedicated to supporting LGBTQA+ young people and adults. With 25+ years of experience, I specialise in mental health, relationships, addiction, disability, experiences of violence, and professional supervision.
I’m available in person at ‘Greenslopes Psychology’ Meanjin/Brisbane, or via video Telehealth. I offer gender, sexual and neurodivergent-affirming counselling using a range of tailored therapeutic approaches. I’m also the founder of an LGBTQA+ martial arts school and apply trauma-informed principles through therapy and movement.
Hi, I’m Rhi (they/them), a queer, non-binary accredited mental health social worker and counsellor dedicated to supporting LGBTQA+ young people and adults. With 25+ years of experience, I specialise in mental health, relationships, addiction, disability, experiences of violence, and professional supervision.
I’m available in person at ‘Greenslopes Psychology’ Meanjin/Brisbane, or via video Telehealth. I offer gender, sexual and neurodivergent-affirming counselling using a range of tailored therapeutic approaches. I’m also the founder of an LGBTQA+ martial arts school and apply trauma-informed principles through therapy and movement.
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.
My main goal is to create a warm, welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent community. I enjoy helping clients embrace and show kindness to the parts of themselves they find challenging, while providing them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
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.
My main goal is to create a warm, welcoming therapeutic space where everyone feels included and valued, especially those in the LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent community. I enjoy helping clients embrace and show kindness to the parts of themselves they find challenging, while providing them with the tools to navigate life's twists and turns.
Louis is an integrative psychotherapist who offers ongoing individual psychotherapy to people of all kinds. They specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ people and their families, people in non-normative relationships, workers in the sex industry, and others whose experiences of marginalisation have affected their mental health and access to affirmative treatment. They are passionate about exploring the intersections of individual mental health and systemic forces, and helping clients to find congruent and meaningful ways of understanding their experiences and navigating the world.
Louis is an integrative psychotherapist who offers ongoing individual psychotherapy to people of all kinds. They specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ people and their families, people in non-normative relationships, workers in the sex industry, and others whose experiences of marginalisation have affected their mental health and access to affirmative treatment. They are passionate about exploring the intersections of individual mental health and systemic forces, and helping clients to find congruent and meaningful ways of understanding their experiences and navigating the world.
Hi I'm Rohan (he/they), a psychotherapist with lived queer and neurodivergent experience and a passion for supporting LGBTQIA+ adults, young people and couples.
At the heart of my practice is a safe, non-judgmental space to openly explore gender and sexuality and make sense of queerness in a cis-heterosexual world.
I provide trauma-informed and affirming care to help adults and young people move toward self-love. I work with couples to explore attachment patterns to turn negative cycles into strong and intentional relationships. I also work with parents and caregivers of LGBTQIA+ young people to best show up for our queer kids.
Hi I'm Rohan (he/they), a psychotherapist with lived queer and neurodivergent experience and a passion for supporting LGBTQIA+ adults, young people and couples.
At the heart of my practice is a safe, non-judgmental space to openly explore gender and sexuality and make sense of queerness in a cis-heterosexual world.
I provide trauma-informed and affirming care to help adults and young people move toward self-love. I work with couples to explore attachment patterns to turn negative cycles into strong and intentional relationships. I also work with parents and caregivers of LGBTQIA+ young people to best show up for our queer kids.
I work with adult individuals and couples. Areas of particular interest include: LGBTQIA+ issues; anxiety & depression; neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Autism); trauma; couple relationships; non-monogamous relationships (e.g., polyamory, open relationships etc.)
I work with adult individuals and couples. Areas of particular interest include: LGBTQIA+ issues; anxiety & depression; neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD, Autism); trauma; couple relationships; non-monogamous relationships (e.g., polyamory, open relationships etc.)
Exciting News: Announcing Carlton Counselling!
After concluding my time at the Royal Children's Hospital, I am thrilled to launch my private practice, offering specialist psychological and therapeutic support in Brunswick (Wed, Thu, Fri).
I am actively welcoming new referrals across all ages, with a core focus on young people and the following specializations:
LGBTIQA+ Affirming Support (focusing on stigma management and positive integration)
Trans, Gender Diverse, & Non-Binary Support for young people and families
Intellectual Disability (ID) (Specialist support in relationships and sexuality education)
Faith and Sexuality inter
Exciting News: Announcing Carlton Counselling!
After concluding my time at the Royal Children's Hospital, I am thrilled to launch my private practice, offering specialist psychological and therapeutic support in Brunswick (Wed, Thu, Fri).
I am actively welcoming new referrals across all ages, with a core focus on young people and the following specializations:
LGBTIQA+ Affirming Support (focusing on stigma management and positive integration)
Trans, Gender Diverse, & Non-Binary Support for young people and families
Intellectual Disability (ID) (Specialist support in relationships and sexuality education)
Faith and Sexuality inter
She has experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, gender dysphoria, disordered eating and personality disorders.
Using a person-centred approach, Berty tailors each session to the client's unique needs, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), attachment based and Narrative Therapy.
She has experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, gender dysphoria, disordered eating and personality disorders.
Using a person-centred approach, Berty tailors each session to the client's unique needs, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), attachment based and Narrative Therapy.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.