Lesbian Psychologists and Therapists in Princes Hill, VIC
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career. I find that so many of my clients echo this search – in addition to wanting to address their day-to-day life struggles – they are searching for something more. And this is where I love to be, fully attentive, empathising with my clients but most of all working alongside them to explore ways of improving all aspects of their lives, be that work, relationships, childhood attachment wounds or trauma.
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career. I find that so many of my clients echo this search – in addition to wanting to address their day-to-day life struggles – they are searching for something more. And this is where I love to be, fully attentive, empathising with my clients but most of all working alongside them to explore ways of improving all aspects of their lives, be that work, relationships, childhood attachment wounds or trauma.
I work with warmth and curiosity to help develop a deeper understanding of your concern and make sense of why particular patterns might be causing distress. I work from an understanding that many of life's concerns stem from our past experiences in relationships and the structural difficulties that are present in our society. I endeavor to understand peoples experience and distress through the context in which they live. I believe that the more we can understand the fixed patterns we find ourselves stuck in, the greater chance we have of learning to live in more meaningful ways. I offer supervision, individual and couples therapy.
I work with warmth and curiosity to help develop a deeper understanding of your concern and make sense of why particular patterns might be causing distress. I work from an understanding that many of life's concerns stem from our past experiences in relationships and the structural difficulties that are present in our society. I endeavor to understand peoples experience and distress through the context in which they live. I believe that the more we can understand the fixed patterns we find ourselves stuck in, the greater chance we have of learning to live in more meaningful ways. I offer supervision, individual and couples therapy.
Welcome to You are Here Therapy.
Some people call it trauma. Others call it a difficult experience or a painful chapter they can't seem to move past. Whatever you call it, its effects can linger, shaping how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life.
Sometimes it's a current stressor that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it's the past showing up in the present. I support adults of all backgrounds and genders, with a particular affinity for working with gay men.
Together, we'll make sense of your story, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Your past may shape your story, but it doesn't have to write your future.
Welcome to You are Here Therapy.
Some people call it trauma. Others call it a difficult experience or a painful chapter they can't seem to move past. Whatever you call it, its effects can linger, shaping how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life.
Sometimes it's a current stressor that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it's the past showing up in the present. I support adults of all backgrounds and genders, with a particular affinity for working with gay men.
Together, we'll make sense of your story, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Your past may shape your story, but it doesn't have to write your future.
Catherine Morey-Nase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Catherine works with individual adults (18+ years) at her consulting room in Carlton and is an LGBTIQA+ and Neurodiversity aware and affirmative therapist. Catherine is herself late-identified as neurodivergent and brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to her work. She particularly enjoys working with neurodivergent people, including those who are curious about or exploring whether they may be neurodivergent, and is passionate about supporting neurodivergent clients to cultivate self-compassion and self-understanding in the face of systemic, social, and relational challenges they may have encountered.
Catherine works with individual adults (18+ years) at her consulting room in Carlton and is an LGBTIQA+ and Neurodiversity aware and affirmative therapist. Catherine is herself late-identified as neurodivergent and brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to her work. She particularly enjoys working with neurodivergent people, including those who are curious about or exploring whether they may be neurodivergent, and is passionate about supporting neurodivergent clients to cultivate self-compassion and self-understanding in the face of systemic, social, and relational challenges they may have encountered.
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I hope to work with clients who are looking for someone to walk alongside them as they find their own way forward.
I have a particular depth of understanding for LGBTQ+ and GSRD (gender, sexuality & relationship diversity) communities, and am a member of those communities myself. You may be coming to therapy specifically to explore issues relevant to your gender, sexuality or relationships – or you might just want to talk about what's bothering you without who you are, who you love or how you connect with others being seen as a problem. I offer a space where your experiences, even when complex, are treated with respect and care.
I hope to work with clients who are looking for someone to walk alongside them as they find their own way forward.
I have a particular depth of understanding for LGBTQ+ and GSRD (gender, sexuality & relationship diversity) communities, and am a member of those communities myself. You may be coming to therapy specifically to explore issues relevant to your gender, sexuality or relationships – or you might just want to talk about what's bothering you without who you are, who you love or how you connect with others being seen as a problem. I offer a space where your experiences, even when complex, are treated with respect and care.
I’ve always believed that for therapy to be effective, it has to fit into the "Whole Picture" of your life.
I use a holistic, trauma informed intersectional approach that does just that see’s the whole of you.
I’m gender and neuro affirming, with lived experiance as part of the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities.
I offer therapeutic services online and outside of the 9-5. This means I am a great fit for those working long hours and with responsibilities outside of work as well.
As an online service, I am also able to provide consistent service to those in rural and remote areas or who like me are travelling/nomadic.
I’ve always believed that for therapy to be effective, it has to fit into the "Whole Picture" of your life.
I use a holistic, trauma informed intersectional approach that does just that see’s the whole of you.
I’m gender and neuro affirming, with lived experiance as part of the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities.
I offer therapeutic services online and outside of the 9-5. This means I am a great fit for those working long hours and with responsibilities outside of work as well.
As an online service, I am also able to provide consistent service to those in rural and remote areas or who like me are travelling/nomadic.
I support LGBTQ+ adults, neurodivergent adults, and people experiencing anxiety, burnout, complex trauma, chronic stress, perfectionism, and major life transitions. As a queer-identifying psychotherapist, I believe everyone deserves safe, inclusive mental health care that affirms all aspects of their identity. I provide in-person and online therapy for adults in Fitzroy, VIC and Australia-wide. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
I support LGBTQ+ adults, neurodivergent adults, and people experiencing anxiety, burnout, complex trauma, chronic stress, perfectionism, and major life transitions. As a queer-identifying psychotherapist, I believe everyone deserves safe, inclusive mental health care that affirms all aspects of their identity. I provide in-person and online therapy for adults in Fitzroy, VIC and Australia-wide. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences, creating a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
From the outside, it may look like you're holding it all together - "coping fine." While on the inside it feels things are starting to unravel.
You may be feeling disconnected, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, exhausted, or simply unsure how to move forward.
I'm Sally, a Melbourne-based counsellor with a Masters in Counselling, a background in mental health research and clinical trials, and a genuine excitement for the process of discovery - for those moments when things begin to fall into place. When we start recognising patterns, making sense of experiences, and you begin to understand yourself and your relationships in new ways.
From the outside, it may look like you're holding it all together - "coping fine." While on the inside it feels things are starting to unravel.
You may be feeling disconnected, anxious, overwhelmed, frustrated, exhausted, or simply unsure how to move forward.
I'm Sally, a Melbourne-based counsellor with a Masters in Counselling, a background in mental health research and clinical trials, and a genuine excitement for the process of discovery - for those moments when things begin to fall into place. When we start recognising patterns, making sense of experiences, and you begin to understand yourself and your relationships in new ways.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to understand and work with the psychological patterns that hold you back.
As a queer non-binary person, I have a particular interest in supporting the queer community to navigate the unique experiences that come with gender, sexuality, identity, and relationships. I provide a kink-, sex-, and sex worker-affirming space where all parts of your identity are welcome.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to understand and work with the psychological patterns that hold you back.
As a queer non-binary person, I have a particular interest in supporting the queer community to navigate the unique experiences that come with gender, sexuality, identity, and relationships. I provide a kink-, sex-, and sex worker-affirming space where all parts of your identity are welcome.
Sophie is a relational gestalt psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) & clinical supervisor informed by attachment and developmental approaches. Sophie offers a creative, embodied and highly attuned style of therapy that supports change through somatic processing & nervous system regulation within a safe therapeutic relationship. Sophie works in private practice at Abbotsford Convent, Melbourne, and in Frankston South, as well as online. Sophie’s approach is grounded in cultural humility, respect for lived experience, and collaboration, with care shaped to each client’s unique needs and identities.
Sophie is a relational gestalt psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP) & clinical supervisor informed by attachment and developmental approaches. Sophie offers a creative, embodied and highly attuned style of therapy that supports change through somatic processing & nervous system regulation within a safe therapeutic relationship. Sophie works in private practice at Abbotsford Convent, Melbourne, and in Frankston South, as well as online. Sophie’s approach is grounded in cultural humility, respect for lived experience, and collaboration, with care shaped to each client’s unique needs and identities.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
Hello, my name is Kendall. I am a queer sex and relationship therapist working exclusively online with the queer community. The majority of patients that I work with are AFAB, and of the sapphic persuasion, identities vary however I do work a lot with trans and NB folk. Individuals come to me for a variety of reasons from navigating their first queer relationship, sexual anxiety, coming to terms with their gender, realising they are some form of queer and unsure as to what to do about it. Couples are often seeking a queer therapist that simply 'gets it' to help navigate their queer relationship.
Hello, my name is Kendall. I am a queer sex and relationship therapist working exclusively online with the queer community. The majority of patients that I work with are AFAB, and of the sapphic persuasion, identities vary however I do work a lot with trans and NB folk. Individuals come to me for a variety of reasons from navigating their first queer relationship, sexual anxiety, coming to terms with their gender, realising they are some form of queer and unsure as to what to do about it. Couples are often seeking a queer therapist that simply 'gets it' to help navigate their queer relationship.
In 0ver 25 years as a therapist, I have worked with a wide range of clients and couples with many and varied issues. I work in a way that is strongly client centred, and emotionally focused. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem. I work well with clients who are looking to change their lives and who are open to exploring their issues; to challenge their thinking and to examine what isn't working for them and to take practical steps to shift beyond where they are now.
In 0ver 25 years as a therapist, I have worked with a wide range of clients and couples with many and varied issues. I work in a way that is strongly client centred, and emotionally focused. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem. I work well with clients who are looking to change their lives and who are open to exploring their issues; to challenge their thinking and to examine what isn't working for them and to take practical steps to shift beyond where they are now.
I’m a registered psychologist passionate about creating a warm, authentic, and non-judgmental space where people feel safe to explore what sits beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice while remaining deeply human, relational, and client-led.
I’m a registered psychologist passionate about creating a warm, authentic, and non-judgmental space where people feel safe to explore what sits beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice while remaining deeply human, relational, and client-led.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist and 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 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.
Living is a process. When things are difficult, when we suffer in ways that time alone doesn't fix, it's often because something is stuck in the process of our experiencing. Maybe you have a sense that something is weighing on you, that patterns are repeating, that you don't feel fully present in your own life. I believe we make sense of our experiences through language, and that patterns repeat and process stalls when we haven't found the right words to articulate a feeling that is desperate for expression. If we can't express ourselves truly and precisely, we are destined to keep journeying down the same unsatisfying path.
Living is a process. When things are difficult, when we suffer in ways that time alone doesn't fix, it's often because something is stuck in the process of our experiencing. Maybe you have a sense that something is weighing on you, that patterns are repeating, that you don't feel fully present in your own life. I believe we make sense of our experiences through language, and that patterns repeat and process stalls when we haven't found the right words to articulate a feeling that is desperate for expression. If we can't express ourselves truly and precisely, we are destined to keep journeying down the same unsatisfying path.
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.
You already know what you should do. Eat better, move more, manage stress. But knowledge isn't the problem. The gap between knowing and doing reveals something deeper: unaddressed anxiety, trauma, hormonal imbalances, or chronic inflammation your body's been telling you about for years.
I'm Dr. Zambrano (MBBS, Masters Counselling & Psychotherapy), integrating medical-lifestyle science, and psychotherapy. I don't just hand you a diet plan. We uncover why change hasn't stuck, then build sustainable transformation through evidence-based medicine, and therapeutic support for the emotional roots of physical illness.
You already know what you should do. Eat better, move more, manage stress. But knowledge isn't the problem. The gap between knowing and doing reveals something deeper: unaddressed anxiety, trauma, hormonal imbalances, or chronic inflammation your body's been telling you about for years.
I'm Dr. Zambrano (MBBS, Masters Counselling & Psychotherapy), integrating medical-lifestyle science, and psychotherapy. I don't just hand you a diet plan. We uncover why change hasn't stuck, then build sustainable transformation through evidence-based medicine, and therapeutic support for the emotional roots of physical illness.
My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
You might be neurodivergent and queer (or neuroqueer), part of poly/ENM or kink communities, or a sex-worker seeking care that doesn’t judge or pathologise. Perhaps you’ve spent years masking, managing burnout, anxiety or low mood, complex family dynamics, or the push–pull of intimacy and independence. You want therapy that understands culture, eldest daughter intergenerational trauma, chronic illness and sensory needs; practical support with boundaries, communication, co-regulation and self-advocacy; and space to rethink attachment, explore identity, and rebuild after trauma.
You might be neurodivergent and queer (or neuroqueer), part of poly/ENM or kink communities, or a sex-worker seeking care that doesn’t judge or pathologise. Perhaps you’ve spent years masking, managing burnout, anxiety or low mood, complex family dynamics, or the push–pull of intimacy and independence. You want therapy that understands culture, eldest daughter intergenerational trauma, chronic illness and sensory needs; practical support with boundaries, communication, co-regulation and self-advocacy; and space to rethink attachment, explore identity, and rebuild after trauma.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.