Female Counselling in Point Lonsdale, VIC
I often see people that experience: grief and loss, stress, sleep issues, illness/terminal illness, new parents or pregnant women, single mothers, disability, anxiety, depression and people who find it hard to seek help or senior citizens.
I have 8+ years of clinical experience providing therapy using evidence-based therapies including: DBT, Mindfulness, ACT, CBT, CBT for insomnia, CBT for eating disorders, Schema Therapy, therapy for grief/loss and Interpersonal Therapy. My strength is to take a really complex life situation and find achievable ways to make meaningful changes in your life.
I often see people that experience: grief and loss, stress, sleep issues, illness/terminal illness, new parents or pregnant women, single mothers, disability, anxiety, depression and people who find it hard to seek help or senior citizens.
I have 8+ years of clinical experience providing therapy using evidence-based therapies including: DBT, Mindfulness, ACT, CBT, CBT for insomnia, CBT for eating disorders, Schema Therapy, therapy for grief/loss and Interpersonal Therapy. My strength is to take a really complex life situation and find achievable ways to make meaningful changes in your life.
Hi I am Chris, a registered counsellor with experience helping clients with past or recent trauma; family and relationship problems, personal issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss (including animal companions), self esteem and body image; work related issues including bullying and burnout. I work with individual adults and provide a supportive environment to enable you to discuss your problems openly and without judgement. I help my clients to develop practical strategies to help manage, or resolve their issues and make positive changes in their life. I work with a range of evidence-based therapies.
Hi I am Chris, a registered counsellor with experience helping clients with past or recent trauma; family and relationship problems, personal issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss (including animal companions), self esteem and body image; work related issues including bullying and burnout. I work with individual adults and provide a supportive environment to enable you to discuss your problems openly and without judgement. I help my clients to develop practical strategies to help manage, or resolve their issues and make positive changes in their life. I work with a range of evidence-based therapies.
Anxiety, stress, persistent negative thoughts and feelings of not being enough, depression, wanting to enter into a relationship, wanting to change direction in your career, can all be areas we work through together. Through the therapeutic relationship, we work to understand and experience the blocks that prevent you from achieving goals. We also work together to recognize your unique qualities and gifts. Counselling and body psychotherapy compliment the overall experience of connecting mind and body. By becoming,"embodied ", life can be experienced more fully. All feelings can be tolerated and integrated in a grounded way
Anxiety, stress, persistent negative thoughts and feelings of not being enough, depression, wanting to enter into a relationship, wanting to change direction in your career, can all be areas we work through together. Through the therapeutic relationship, we work to understand and experience the blocks that prevent you from achieving goals. We also work together to recognize your unique qualities and gifts. Counselling and body psychotherapy compliment the overall experience of connecting mind and body. By becoming,"embodied ", life can be experienced more fully. All feelings can be tolerated and integrated in a grounded way
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As a Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist, I help women recover from narcissistic abuse and the deep emotional wounds these relationships cause.
With 16 years of experience and lived experience, I help women recover from narcissistic abuse. I understand their struggles and use compassionate Counselling and Clinical Hypnotherapy to guide them. My skills include healing from trauma, and boosting self-esteem, empowering women to reclaim their lives and embrace emotional wellbeing.
These journeys are offered to female teens and women who are searching to find themselves, to allay inner turmoils, integrate any experiences that were too much to manage in the past and are ready to be uncovered, witnessed and consolidated with a deeper awareness and honouring with an open heart.
The individualised journey through one-on-one sessions is to support the seeker to find her inner voice, to become clear on her choices, empowering her to trust herself in the experiences and relationships of her life. Trauma informed practices addressing self esteem, emotional regulation, life path transitions, stress management, self-care, grief and loss.
These journeys are offered to female teens and women who are searching to find themselves, to allay inner turmoils, integrate any experiences that were too much to manage in the past and are ready to be uncovered, witnessed and consolidated with a deeper awareness and honouring with an open heart.
The individualised journey through one-on-one sessions is to support the seeker to find her inner voice, to become clear on her choices, empowering her to trust herself in the experiences and relationships of her life. Trauma informed practices addressing self esteem, emotional regulation, life path transitions, stress management, self-care, grief and loss.
Women who struggle to trust their feelings, avoid conflict (translates as abandoning your self) and struggle to include themselves in their own lives, are women I love to support.
As a psychologist (and a woman who struggled with conflict avoidance and people pleasing) I know this is essentially about mastering a handful of skills and understanding a few fundamentals about being human; assertive communication, calming big emotions, learning to listen to and act on your intuition, and befriending yourself and all your parts.
Women who struggle to trust their feelings, avoid conflict (translates as abandoning your self) and struggle to include themselves in their own lives, are women I love to support.
As a psychologist (and a woman who struggled with conflict avoidance and people pleasing) I know this is essentially about mastering a handful of skills and understanding a few fundamentals about being human; assertive communication, calming big emotions, learning to listen to and act on your intuition, and befriending yourself and all your parts.
I have worked with men, women, children and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few.
My primary focus is Men's Mental Health. I am able to provide a unique individual approach to help men overcome the impact of their mental health, drugs and alcohol, relationship difficulties or anger management issues, so they can live a full life. I am able to assist women understand their man and address those issues impacting on their relationship.
I have worked with men, women, children and families, including people from different backgrounds such as Military personal, veterans and their families, Indigenous language groups, migrants and humanitarian entrants, and prisoners, just to name a few.
My primary focus is Men's Mental Health. I am able to provide a unique individual approach to help men overcome the impact of their mental health, drugs and alcohol, relationship difficulties or anger management issues, so they can live a full life. I am able to assist women understand their man and address those issues impacting on their relationship.
I particularly enjoy working with women who are experiencing life transitions, peri/menopause and/or questioning their neurotype.
I have spent many years providing trauma informed counselling to a diverse range of clients. I am committed to providing an inclusive space that is safe, reflective, fun and therapeutic as well as exploring creative ways clients can express themselves. I use a mix of approaches that include EMDR and somatic therapy.
I particularly enjoy working with women who are experiencing life transitions, peri/menopause and/or questioning their neurotype.
I have spent many years providing trauma informed counselling to a diverse range of clients. I am committed to providing an inclusive space that is safe, reflective, fun and therapeutic as well as exploring creative ways clients can express themselves. I use a mix of approaches that include EMDR and somatic therapy.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness.
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma (e.g. EMDR), body-based (e.g. somatic) and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically. This includes the vagus nerve and gut. I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, tic disorders and more. My service is a telehealth ONLY service that is streamlined to meet your needs and fit around your busy schedule. I also offer online course options to help support your nervous system if your not your not quite ready to start therapy.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness.
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma (e.g. EMDR), body-based (e.g. somatic) and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically. This includes the vagus nerve and gut. I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, tic disorders and more. My service is a telehealth ONLY service that is streamlined to meet your needs and fit around your busy schedule. I also offer online course options to help support your nervous system if your not your not quite ready to start therapy.
I have a special interest in working with women and adolescents to overcome patterns of shame, dysregulation and low self-esteem.
Utilising elements of mindfulness, somatic therapy, process-oriented psychology and art therapy you'll be surprised by what you discover and what becomes possible for you. We may also explore strategies to help you manage your emotions and difficult thought patterns, building greater resilience, self-understanding and reclaiming a sense of peace and hope.
I have a special interest in working with women and adolescents to overcome patterns of shame, dysregulation and low self-esteem.
Utilising elements of mindfulness, somatic therapy, process-oriented psychology and art therapy you'll be surprised by what you discover and what becomes possible for you. We may also explore strategies to help you manage your emotions and difficult thought patterns, building greater resilience, self-understanding and reclaiming a sense of peace and hope.
I work with women who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, loss or who are finding their new reality challenging.
My therapeutic style is warm and relaxed and I create a space where you can feel understood, accepted and empowered. I draw from a number of treatment modalities including Positive Psychology, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I’ll explain this psych speak during our sessions!).
I work with women who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, loss or who are finding their new reality challenging.
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Andrea is an experienced, compassionate and empathetic social worker who is passionate about supporting women, children and adolescents to live their lives in the most fulfilling way possible.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) are types of experiential horse interactions where horses play an active role in the therapeutic and/or learning process. They offer the opportunity for participants to learn about themselves and others through activities with horses.
Andrea is an experienced, compassionate and empathetic social worker who is passionate about supporting women, children and adolescents to live their lives in the most fulfilling way possible.
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LJ is a proud Blak woman from the Quandamooka and Wiradjuri Nations.
LJ's profound connection to her culture and land enables her to foster a nurturing environment where she can address the complexities of trauma while guiding clients on their healing journey. She's committed to establishing a culturally safe and trauma-informed relationship with her clients.
LJ is a proud Blak woman from the Quandamooka and Wiradjuri Nations.
LJ's profound connection to her culture and land enables her to foster a nurturing environment where she can address the complexities of trauma while guiding clients on their healing journey. She's committed to establishing a culturally safe and trauma-informed relationship with her clients.
I have a special interest in working with women with body image and disordered eating, specifically binge eating or bulimia.
I bring a warmth and person centered approach to every client I work with. As I initially trained as a social worker I always see things through a feminist and systemic lens. I can offer Emotion Focuseed Therapy, Acceptance & Committment Therapy, CBT and others. My main goal is to create a warm and caring space and journey along side you.
I have a special interest in working with women with body image and disordered eating, specifically binge eating or bulimia.
I bring a warmth and person centered approach to every client I work with. As I initially trained as a social worker I always see things through a feminist and systemic lens. I can offer Emotion Focuseed Therapy, Acceptance & Committment Therapy, CBT and others. My main goal is to create a warm and caring space and journey along side you.
I offer affordable coaching and psychology sessions to help women overcome the challenges of overwork, stress, perfectionism and self-doubt.
I'm a registered Counselling Psychologist in Australia with a wealth of experience in coaching, counselling, leadership, psychology, and business. I help women overcome personal challenges, so they can create success and impact on their own terms, while balancing their career, wellbeing, and personal life.
I offer affordable coaching and psychology sessions to help women overcome the challenges of overwork, stress, perfectionism and self-doubt.
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I offer a secure base for adult women to wonder about who they are and different ways of thinking through later in life assessment of Autism and ADHD.
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I offer a secure base for adult women to wonder about who they are and different ways of thinking through later in life assessment of Autism and ADHD.
When I was growing up school didn’t seem to fit me, or I didn't seem to fit it. In my house it was called ‘The Feeling’. I liked to learn, but I didn’t like to learn at school. I grew up and went to university to study psychology and literature. I launched my career working in schools (a place I never thought I'd work.) It was clear to me then, I didn't want any other child to feel the same unease I had felt in school.
Specialising also in women's health issues impacting mental health, including fertility, perinatal anxiety, menopause, PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, cancers, etc.
I bring a person-centred approach to the Counselling session supporting clients to empower themselves to initiate change & to be an advocate for their mental health and wellbeing by getting to know themselves and their own body. Our mental, physical and emotional health cannot be separated and needs to be treated holistically.
Specialising also in women's health issues impacting mental health, including fertility, perinatal anxiety, menopause, PMS, endometriosis, PCOS, cancers, etc.
I bring a person-centred approach to the Counselling session supporting clients to empower themselves to initiate change & to be an advocate for their mental health and wellbeing by getting to know themselves and their own body. Our mental, physical and emotional health cannot be separated and needs to be treated holistically.
My focus is on working with youth and women, I understand the specific challenges that these groups may face and tailor our sessions to meet their unique needs.
I can provide support during transitions, help manage tricky relationship dynamics, explore social structures, address self-esteem concerns and work on building self compassion. I've worked in schools as both a classroom teacher and a School Counsellor, in Youth Centres and now in Private Practice where I offer 1:1 and small group workshops.
My focus is on working with youth and women, I understand the specific challenges that these groups may face and tailor our sessions to meet their unique needs.
I can provide support during transitions, help manage tricky relationship dynamics, explore social structures, address self-esteem concerns and work on building self compassion. I've worked in schools as both a classroom teacher and a School Counsellor, in Youth Centres and now in Private Practice where I offer 1:1 and small group workshops.
My areas of interest are emotional regulation, nuanced ADHD and Autism (particularly in women), parenting and Trauma.
My work involves an integrative and holistic approach that is tailored to each individual's needs. I draw on relevant therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, DBT, Positive Psychology and ACT. I operate within a person-centred, trauma-informed and Neurodivergent affirming paradigm.
My areas of interest are emotional regulation, nuanced ADHD and Autism (particularly in women), parenting and Trauma.
My work involves an integrative and holistic approach that is tailored to each individual's needs. I draw on relevant therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, DBT, Positive Psychology and ACT. I operate within a person-centred, trauma-informed and Neurodivergent affirming paradigm.
Hilke Legenhausen - Nurture Our Nature Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
As a counsellor specialising in anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity, I support thoughtful, deep-feeling women to break free from overwhelm and create authentic relationships with themselves and others.
Exhausted from overthinking, anxiety, and childhood trauma?
Let's create a life that works for the unique way your mind operates. You think deeply, feel intensely, and see patterns others miss. Your sensitivity and intelligence are gifts—but they can also fuel overwhelming perfectionism and self-doubt. Perhaps you've always felt different, pushing yourself to fit in, keep the peace, and do everything 'right.' That constant masking and people-pleasing is draining your energy.
Imagine feeling truly calm and confident in your own skin, setting boundaries effortlessly, and embracing your wonderfully quirky self.
As a counsellor specialising in anxiety, trauma, and neurodiversity, I support thoughtful, deep-feeling women to break free from overwhelm and create authentic relationships with themselves and others.
Exhausted from overthinking, anxiety, and childhood trauma?
Let's create a life that works for the unique way your mind operates. You think deeply, feel intensely, and see patterns others miss. Your sensitivity and intelligence are gifts—but they can also fuel overwhelming perfectionism and self-doubt. Perhaps you've always felt different, pushing yourself to fit in, keep the peace, and do everything 'right.' That constant masking and people-pleasing is draining your energy.
Imagine feeling truly calm and confident in your own skin, setting boundaries effortlessly, and embracing your wonderfully quirky self.
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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.