Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Pascoe Vale, VIC

jaimie Lessa Campbell
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Transform Your Relationships and Reclaim Your Wellbeing. Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in repetitive arguments, or overwhelmed by a major life transition? It is completely natural to face seasons of conflict or emotional distance. You do not have to navigate these challenges alone.Relationships can heal, and individuals can thrive, when they are given the right tools and a truly supportive space. As a dedicated Social Worker, Couples, and Family Therapist, I combine deep compassion with evidence-based frameworks to help you break negative cycles, rebuild trust, and deepen your emotional connections.
Transform Your Relationships and Reclaim Your Wellbeing. Are you feeling disconnected from your partner, stuck in repetitive arguments, or overwhelmed by a major life transition? It is completely natural to face seasons of conflict or emotional distance. You do not have to navigate these challenges alone.Relationships can heal, and individuals can thrive, when they are given the right tools and a truly supportive space. As a dedicated Social Worker, Couples, and Family Therapist, I combine deep compassion with evidence-based frameworks to help you break negative cycles, rebuild trust, and deepen your emotional connections.
0490 715 841 View 0490 715 841
Kind Heart Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Serves Area
I offer safe, compassionate and holistic support for women (16+) Australia wide.If you carry the impact of trauma—from sexual assault, childhood abuse, discrimination, interpersonal violence, coercive control or medical misogyny—I’m here to support you slowly and gently. I have 15+ years of training and expertise in complex childhood trauma and trauma caused by domestic, institutional or sexual abuse. You’ll find my approach is grounded in care, collaboration and a deep respect for you and your life experience. I’ll meet you where you are, at your pace, and help you move toward a life with more peace, clarity and meaning.
I offer safe, compassionate and holistic support for women (16+) Australia wide.If you carry the impact of trauma—from sexual assault, childhood abuse, discrimination, interpersonal violence, coercive control or medical misogyny—I’m here to support you slowly and gently. I have 15+ years of training and expertise in complex childhood trauma and trauma caused by domestic, institutional or sexual abuse. You’ll find my approach is grounded in care, collaboration and a deep respect for you and your life experience. I’ll meet you where you are, at your pace, and help you move toward a life with more peace, clarity and meaning.
(03) 9068 6218 View (03) 9068 6218
Anastasia Kioutsoukis
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Pascoe Vale, VIC 3044
I welcome working with families, couples and adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns, disconnected from themselves, overwhelmed by life's challenges, or longing for something more meaningful. They may be struggling with anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, life transitions, or a sense that they've lost touch with who they truly are. I provide a warm, reflective space to explore emotions, relationships, and the deeper forces shaping your experience. Together, we cultivate insight, self-compassion, and lasting change, helping you feel more authentic, connected, and fulfilled.
I welcome working with families, couples and adults who feel stuck in recurring patterns, disconnected from themselves, overwhelmed by life's challenges, or longing for something more meaningful. They may be struggling with anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, life transitions, or a sense that they've lost touch with who they truly are. I provide a warm, reflective space to explore emotions, relationships, and the deeper forces shaping your experience. Together, we cultivate insight, self-compassion, and lasting change, helping you feel more authentic, connected, and fulfilled.
(03) 8104 9601 View (03) 8104 9601
Jess McGrath
Occupational Therapist
Pascoe Vale, VIC 3044
I’m a mental health occupational therapist with over 15 years of supporting people in community mental health, the NDIS and private practice. I help people who might be burnt out and dysregulated get their daily life back on track. This might look like, stress, exhaustion, sensory sensitive/overload, overwhelm, relationship challenges, poor sleep or reduced work capacity. I'll help you connect with what matters most to you and find practical strategies to support emotional regulation, capacity for stress and improved wellbeing.
I’m a mental health occupational therapist with over 15 years of supporting people in community mental health, the NDIS and private practice. I help people who might be burnt out and dysregulated get their daily life back on track. This might look like, stress, exhaustion, sensory sensitive/overload, overwhelm, relationship challenges, poor sleep or reduced work capacity. I'll help you connect with what matters most to you and find practical strategies to support emotional regulation, capacity for stress and improved wellbeing.
(03) 8771 4453 View (03) 8771 4453
Growing Small Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go. Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go. Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
(03) 7302 2184 View (03) 7302 2184
Allison Browning
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I'm an accredited Medicare registered therapist (AMHSW) with rebates available. I work with trauma, anxiety, mental health issues, grief and loss. I am highly experienced in the area of complex trauma and have a deep understanding of the ways this impacts everyday life and connections. Around trauma, I work both somatically and with talk therapy. I offer a safe and accepting space for members of the LGBTIQ+ community, providing support and understanding around issues such as coming out, gender identity, dysphoria and exploring sexual orientation. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches to work in a person-centred holistic way.
I'm an accredited Medicare registered therapist (AMHSW) with rebates available. I work with trauma, anxiety, mental health issues, grief and loss. I am highly experienced in the area of complex trauma and have a deep understanding of the ways this impacts everyday life and connections. Around trauma, I work both somatically and with talk therapy. I offer a safe and accepting space for members of the LGBTIQ+ community, providing support and understanding around issues such as coming out, gender identity, dysphoria and exploring sexual orientation. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches to work in a person-centred holistic way.
(02) 4504 0207 View (02) 4504 0207
Ghada El Zohbi
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Many women seek support during times of transition, stress, or uncertainty. You may be navigating changes in identity, relationships, or life direction. Some women come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or low mood, others are trying to understand patterns in their relationships, emotions, or past experiences. Women’s mental health is often connected to broader life circumstances such as fertility challenges, pregnancy, early parenthood, chronic pelvic pain, or sexual health concerns affecting intimacy and wellbeing. For many, therapy becomes a space to reflect, feel heard, and work through life’s complexities with support.
Many women seek support during times of transition, stress, or uncertainty. You may be navigating changes in identity, relationships, or life direction. Some women come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or low mood, others are trying to understand patterns in their relationships, emotions, or past experiences. Women’s mental health is often connected to broader life circumstances such as fertility challenges, pregnancy, early parenthood, chronic pelvic pain, or sexual health concerns affecting intimacy and wellbeing. For many, therapy becomes a space to reflect, feel heard, and work through life’s complexities with support.
(03) 9021 2033 View (03) 9021 2033
Creative Healing counselling & art therapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start? Maybe anxiety, depression, or ADHD is holding you back. Perhaps you’re a parent watching your child struggle with emotions or social challenges, or you’re juggling work and life and feeling burnt out. You’re here because you want something to change. You want clarity, balance, and tools that actually help. You want to feel confident, connected, and in control of your life. Whatever your goals—emotional regulation, better relationships, or finding calm in the chaos—I’m here to help you achieve them.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start? Maybe anxiety, depression, or ADHD is holding you back. Perhaps you’re a parent watching your child struggle with emotions or social challenges, or you’re juggling work and life and feeling burnt out. You’re here because you want something to change. You want clarity, balance, and tools that actually help. You want to feel confident, connected, and in control of your life. Whatever your goals—emotional regulation, better relationships, or finding calm in the chaos—I’m here to help you achieve them.
(03) 9068 5833 View (03) 9068 5833
The Connection Room
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples who want to strengthen their relationships, improve communication, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. People often seek counselling when they're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating relationship difficulties, experiencing grief or loss, facing life transitions, or noticing patterns that no longer serve them. Whatever has brought you here, my aim is to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you feel genuinely heard, understood and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change at your own pace.
I work with individuals and couples who want to strengthen their relationships, improve communication, and gain a deeper understanding of themselves. People often seek counselling when they're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, navigating relationship difficulties, experiencing grief or loss, facing life transitions, or noticing patterns that no longer serve them. Whatever has brought you here, my aim is to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you feel genuinely heard, understood and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change at your own pace.
0400 907 526 View 0400 907 526
Harriet Muse
Occupational Therapist, MSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Harriet is an endorsed mental health OT. She has extensive experience working with adults with a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, transitions and relationship issues. She also specialises in working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with ADHD and ASD. Harriet works with people to help them to better understand themselves and their struggles in order to achieve greater wellbeing, function and quality of life.
Harriet is an endorsed mental health OT. She has extensive experience working with adults with a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, transitions and relationship issues. She also specialises in working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with ADHD and ASD. Harriet works with people to help them to better understand themselves and their struggles in order to achieve greater wellbeing, function and quality of life.
(03) 8338 1637 View (03) 8338 1637
Soorah Albatat
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Soorah is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in both the public and private mental health sectors. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges by providing a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing. Soorah adopts a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is customized to meet each individual's unique needs. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.
Soorah is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in both the public and private mental health sectors. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges by providing a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing. Soorah adopts a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is customized to meet each individual's unique needs. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.
(03) 7302 8861 View (03) 7302 8861
Lindsay Thomas
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
I bring over 20 years of experience working alongside individuals, couples and families, with a focus on understanding connection, relationships, and the complexities of human experience. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW).
I bring over 20 years of experience working alongside individuals, couples and families, with a focus on understanding connection, relationships, and the complexities of human experience. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW).
(03) 8338 4847 View (03) 8338 4847
Nicole Loo
Counsellor, ACA-L2
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a therapist, I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuroaffirming foundation — attuned to the unique pace and story of each person along this supportive path to self-discovery and healing. I focus on fostering a safe, inclusive environment where clients can explore their stories, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
As a therapist, I work from a person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuroaffirming foundation — attuned to the unique pace and story of each person along this supportive path to self-discovery and healing. I focus on fostering a safe, inclusive environment where clients can explore their stories, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth.
(02) 4503 4703 View (02) 4503 4703
Melbourne Mindbody Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Learn to let go of the past through Innovative psychology for the mind and body. Using an integrative approach of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, (ACT) Inner child work, and Eye Movement Desensitisation (EMDR) to resolve the past in the present and be free in the future. Erica is also a naturopath and hypnotherapist, working to resolve IBS and physical ailments which are triggered through stress, and nutritional requirements. Naturopathic appointments are separate to psychology appointments. MMBP is a multi-modality clinic that offers additional services for a holistic approach to overall health, melbournemindbodypsychology.com.
Learn to let go of the past through Innovative psychology for the mind and body. Using an integrative approach of Acceptance Commitment Therapy, (ACT) Inner child work, and Eye Movement Desensitisation (EMDR) to resolve the past in the present and be free in the future. Erica is also a naturopath and hypnotherapist, working to resolve IBS and physical ailments which are triggered through stress, and nutritional requirements. Naturopathic appointments are separate to psychology appointments. MMBP is a multi-modality clinic that offers additional services for a holistic approach to overall health, melbournemindbodypsychology.com.
(03) 7003 2894 View (03) 7003 2894
Mind Therapy Psychotherapeutic Services
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Immediate Openings Available - Medicare Bulk Billed. Face to face + telehealth. Cognitive Behavioural, Mindfulness, Emotional Focused Therapy & more. I work from the belief that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, acceptance, validation and understanding. My purpose is to get you unstuck, confident, emotionally intelligent and not afraid to face life. I am passionate about working with Individuals, Adolescents & Couples facilitating meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients and tailor my approach to best respect each person's potential, strengths.
Immediate Openings Available - Medicare Bulk Billed. Face to face + telehealth. Cognitive Behavioural, Mindfulness, Emotional Focused Therapy & more. I work from the belief that the therapeutic relationship is built on trust, acceptance, validation and understanding. My purpose is to get you unstuck, confident, emotionally intelligent and not afraid to face life. I am passionate about working with Individuals, Adolescents & Couples facilitating meaningful and lasting change. I take pride in my ability to connect in a genuine way with a variety of clients and tailor my approach to best respect each person's potential, strengths.
(03) 7302 2111 View (03) 7302 2111
Aylin Shilling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Aylin! I’m an experienced relational, down-to-earth, medicare-registered therapist, providing therapy for individuals navigating stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges, and longstanding personality patterns. I do therapy in a collaborative, warm, and authentic way - and occasionally try to be funny (you be the judge) because I believe therapy can be fun. I am warm yet direct, I will listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, gently challenge unhelpful patterns, and offer practical strategies you can use outside of sessions. Medicare rebates are available with a valid MHTP from your GP.
Hi, I’m Aylin! I’m an experienced relational, down-to-earth, medicare-registered therapist, providing therapy for individuals navigating stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship challenges, and longstanding personality patterns. I do therapy in a collaborative, warm, and authentic way - and occasionally try to be funny (you be the judge) because I believe therapy can be fun. I am warm yet direct, I will listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, gently challenge unhelpful patterns, and offer practical strategies you can use outside of sessions. Medicare rebates are available with a valid MHTP from your GP.
0427 793 347 View 0427 793 347
Jeniffer Muñoz
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with adults who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or feeling overwhelmed by life changes. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, understand unhelpful patterns, and develop practical strategies to create meaningful and lasting change. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish and welcome clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
I work with adults who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or feeling overwhelmed by life changes. Many clients come to therapy feeling stuck, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, understand unhelpful patterns, and develop practical strategies to create meaningful and lasting change. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish and welcome clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(03) 8771 5514 View (03) 8771 5514
Maria Andreadis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Mary is a psychologist experienced in treating several mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. She has a particular interest in how early life experiences and trauma contribute to current patterns; relationship issues and supporting people in personal growth and meaning. Mary’s ethos is grounded in the understanding that our inner world is deeply connected to our everyday lives. By exploring this connection, we can take meaningful steps toward lasting change. She offers a warm, compassionate, and honest space to build insight and support meaningful change.
Mary is a psychologist experienced in treating several mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. She has a particular interest in how early life experiences and trauma contribute to current patterns; relationship issues and supporting people in personal growth and meaning. Mary’s ethos is grounded in the understanding that our inner world is deeply connected to our everyday lives. By exploring this connection, we can take meaningful steps toward lasting change. She offers a warm, compassionate, and honest space to build insight and support meaningful change.
(03) 8338 4336 View (03) 8338 4336
A Drop in Emotion Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
My ideal clients are adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or are struggling to cope with life's challenges. They often seek support for anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, pregnancy and postpartum adjustments, or major life transitions. At A Drop in Emotion Counselling, I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood. Together, we explore what's keeping them stuck, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and build confidence so they can move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and emot
My ideal clients are adults and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or are struggling to cope with life's challenges. They often seek support for anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, pregnancy and postpartum adjustments, or major life transitions. At A Drop in Emotion Counselling, I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood. Together, we explore what's keeping them stuck, develop practical coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and build confidence so they can move forward with greater clarity, resilience, and emot
(03) 4151 9410 View (03) 4151 9410
Barbara Drossos
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support people who have experienced sexual assault and violence, as well as those who struggle with their mental health, childhood trauma, attachment, relationships, parenting, heartbreak and shame. I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support. I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and offer a safe space to explore gender identity and sexuality. I provide clinical supervision to social workers and counsellors. I have 14 years experience in leadership and supervisory roles in social work teams. I have completed Clinical Supervision training with the AASW and the Bouverie Centre.
I support people who have experienced sexual assault and violence, as well as those who struggle with their mental health, childhood trauma, attachment, relationships, parenting, heartbreak and shame. I've worked in reproductive health and provide unplanned pregnancy counselling and perinatal support. I welcome LGBTQIA+ clients and offer a safe space to explore gender identity and sexuality. I provide clinical supervision to social workers and counsellors. I have 14 years experience in leadership and supervisory roles in social work teams. I have completed Clinical Supervision training with the AASW and the Bouverie Centre.
(03) 9344 1556 View (03) 9344 1556
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.