Emotionally Focused Counselling in Moonee Ponds, VIC

I am a provisional psychologist with prior experience working in community mental health settings working across the lifespan in both private and university settings. I offer an eclectic approach to my therapy and am trained in a number of therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, Systemic Family Therapies (including EFT-C), and mindfulness based therapies. I can also administer a wide range of psychometric tools for the clinical diagnosis of adults and children.

If you are experiencing overwhelming feelings, anxiety or challenges in forming secure relationships with others, then I am here to assist you. Together, we can delve into the root causes of these issues, explore your options, develop effective strategies and increase your self-awareness and self-worth. I will support you in comprehending your attachments, stresses, frustrations and emotions so that you can identify your needs and regulate your emotions. My primary aim is to provide you with the necessary education, tools, and resources to heal, feel confident, connect with others, and improve your self-worth so that you can thrive.

Welcome. I'm Lauren. I offer services to both children and adults. Prior to working in private practice, I worked in educational and forensic settings with a variety of clientele and different presenting challenges. I provide support with a broad range of issues such as reduced self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, family violence, separation/divorce and parenting. I commonly work with clients diagnosed with Autism/Aspergers and ADHD. I particularly enjoy working with people who are experiencing anxiety, and those requiring support in healing from childhood relational wounds, and parenting

Neehara is a registered psychologist who has experience working across the lifespan and in a range of contexts, including sporting clubs, private practice & within a multidisciplinary team. Neehara believes in a person-centred approach & practices with a range of therapeutic approaches such as, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative therapy and mindfulness techniques. Neehara uses a collaborative approach to assist her clients with a range of presentations, but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress management & behavioural concerns to achieve their goals.

You are in emotional pain and you are stuck. Maybe there are times when the emotional pain is less but it has not been going away. This moment right now is a chance to start changing this and ultimately to get relief. Many people experience a mix of low mood, anxiety, self-critical thoughts, addictions (whether they seem mild like one too many coffees or something that causes more problems for you like pornography or heavier drugs) and so on. Your difficulties might have been hard to pin down and you are confused about who to talk to or even how you could be helped.

My name is Vicki, I am a general psychologist who is passionate about creating a warm, collaborative and non-judgemental therapeutic environment. My focus is on providing an accessible and nurturing environment for people to explore their inner worlds. I work from a trauma-informed and strengths based approach with an emphasis on respect for peoples lived experiences and knowledge of their own lives.

I am an accredited social worker with extensive experience working in a variety of settings such as the family violence sector, homelessness sector, secondary schools and hospital settings. I embed a person-centered, trauma-informed and strengths-based approach to build a supportive space where individuals can feel free to safely explore their thoughts and feelings.

Clare is a clinical psychologist with special interests in perinatal and infant mental health, parenting difficulties and complex trauma. She also works with clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues and reproductive loss. Clare completed her PhD at the University of Melbourne which involved developing, facilitating and evaluating a group psychotherapy program for pregnant women experiencing difficulties in the transition to parenthood.

Melanie (she/her) believes clients are the experts of their own lives. Considering each individual’s unique strengths and challenges, Melanie takes a warm and tailored approach to help clients make sense of their experiences and reach their goals. Her therapy is informed by evidence-based practice, integrating various modalities that encompasses acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

If you are looking for support for life's challenges due to change, transition or trauma, I welcome your enquiry and contact. I am an experienced Counsellor who loves working with individuals to support changes in their lives. Whether you are coping with bereavement, grief and loss, anxiety or depression, relationship issues or simply feel stuck in life, we will work together to find new insights and identify your strengths and coping skills.

Anthony is a Youth, Family, Couples & EMDR Psychologist, and the Director of Systemic Psychology. Clinically, Anthony frequently works with young people, couples, families and individuals experiencing a range of mental health issues. Professionally, Anthony has worked in private practice, schools, local government, consulting and currently as a postgraduate lecturer at The University of Melbourne.

Do you sometimes feel stuck in your life, struggling through your relationships or you feel anxious and depressed and cannot explain why? Would you like to discover more about yourself, find your personal truths and find clarity, resources, and direction in your life? Engaging in therapy can help you through this process, it can facilitate change and support you on your journey toward a meaningful and free life.

Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.

I am a psychotherapist, Medicare approved Clinical Social Worker, a trauma trained EMDR and Eating Disorder therapist. Off late, you may have noticed emotions and thoughts continue to rule your life, and no matter how hard you try, it never feels 'good enough'. You find yourself stuck in the cycle of 'wanting to please others' while feeling unseen and unheard. You now know that your anxiety and need for control is no longer serving you. You want to start honouring yourself and your needs, even when if it feels hard.

My passion lies in helping individuals identify their innate strengths as they strive to develop the resilience and skills that will support them in shaping their lives and making meaningful changes. My treatment approach strongly aligns with the ethos of Open Minds Studio, where I collaborate with clients to establish goals, uncover their strengths, and understand their care needs and values. I specialise in supporting a wide range of presentations including mood disorders, women’s health difficulties, adjustment challenges, and neurodivergence in both adults and children.

I aim to create a warm and supportive space for people to inquire about how and why their symptoms present in the way that they do. I work collaboratively with people to increase insight, make the unconscious conscious, and help them learn to be with their pain in a way that is present. We do this by exploring their defence mechanisms, internal conflicts, their relationship patterns, and how their early life experiences have informed the way they relate to themselves, others and the world around them. It’s through this exploration that we begin to understand why they show up in the world the way that they do.

Transformative Therapy is a special sanctuary for women. This is a safe, trusting, and inclusive space for you to share your concerns, challenges or complex situations in confidence. Past experiences can impact our thoughts, our actions, and all our relationships. It can feel lonely in your world as you try to navigate through the confusion & challenges. I support you closely with each step as we explore what it means to be you in your experience. I assist you through deep empathy in accessing your strengths & skills to begin transforming your life into one which is meaningful and fulfilling to you.

Here at Wellness & Co. Counselling Services, we provide remote & in-person counselling & psychology sessions to individuals, couples and families. In-person sessions available across Melbourne. Our practitioners are highly qualified, clinically registered, with extensive experience in Anxiety, Depression, Relationship/Separation, Domestic & Family Violence, Trauma, Bereavement, Grief & Loss counselling. Our experience enables us to offer tailored mental health support. We value each person and embrace every unique story and journey. We provide a safe and neutral space to best support you. Please call to inquire about availability

Casey is genuinely interested in people’s stories and has a deep respect for each person’s individuality and autonomy. She is committed to providing a space where every person feels able to express themselves freely, one that fosters curiosity, openness and self-compassion. Her goal is to collaborate with her clients to create therapy goals that are both evidence-based and tailored to each person’s unique history, temperament, social and financial context, and hopes and desires for the future.