Bereavement Counselling in Saint Kilda, VIC

We are a Group of Psychologists and Accredited Mental Health Social workers with over 17 years experience helping individual clients with a range of issues. Experienced with addictions (alcohol, other drugs), anxiety, chronic diseases, depression, grief and loss , relationship issues, smoking cessation and stress management. Utilises ACT, CBT, EFT and schema therapy to assist clients to achieve their goals and become the best version of themselves and to enhance their lives.

I have over 15 years experience working with individuals affected by loss , grief and trauma following sudden life events. This has included adult and paediatric palliative care, fertility and IVF, and supporting individuals experiencing the loss of a missing person. I have extensive practical experience sitting with individuals during very difficult situations and understand the need to build a trusting relationship in session. I have been one of only a handful of counsellors to work in the missing persons sector and understand the trauma and loss experienced by families.

Julian is a Male Counsellor/Mentor with a person-centred approach, practising with significant personal and professional life experience. Julian runs Remotely Counselling, an online practice for clients from all backgrounds. He understands: (1) grief and loss experienced with illness, disease and death ; (2) cultural challenges in grief , loss , and bereavement ; (3) difficulties coping with friends/loved ones living with a genetic or neurological disease; (4) challenges when settling in a new city/country; (5) identity issues (e.g. acculturation) as a first generation migrant; (6) midlife malaise as a 'sandwich generation' parent.

There are roads we must take on our own, and stories we must write for ourselves. I've dedicated my life to helping people of all ages and backgrounds navigate their way through life's challenges, and I do so with compassion, care, and empathy. I was born in Borneo, identify as gay, and have experience living in different countries and cultures. My lived experience helps me to connect with clients on a deeper level and provide culturally-appropriate and trauma-informed therapy that considers an individual's unique needs, circumstances, and experiences. I can speak fluently in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Indonesian, Malay & Hakka.

Hi, I'm Ingrid and I am a Counsellor and Art-based Therapist offering Telehealth services. I am a firm believer in the healing power of nurturing, supportive relationships, and the potential for change that they create. I work with individuals who may be going through difficult life experiences, or life transitions, and are needing support in navigating: grief ; loss ; trauma; identity issues; relationships; mental well-being, or anyone wishing to gain deeper insight into themselves.

Ultimately I am human like you with a story and life experiences like you. However, as a doctor of Counselling Psychology I can offer you support at this time with: anger, anxiety (general, health, panic, specific phobia, social), attachment, bereavement , complicated grief , CPTSD, depression, impact of cancer, life transitions, low self-esteem, managing emotions, neurodevelopment (ASD, ADHD, FAS), personality disorders (BPD), PTSD, relationship problems, self-harm, self-identity, stress management, substance abuse (alcohol, illicit, prescribed), suicidal thoughts, trauma (combat, emotional, physical, sexual).

Port Phillip Psychology is a friendly practice in Melbourne's Bayside suburbs of St Kilda, Brighton, Cheltenham and Chelsea. We provide counselling for children, adults and couples and can match a psychologist to your needs. We can help most issues including: anxiety, depression, grief , trauma, infidelity, relationship issues and children's counselling. We have both male and female psychologists and use a variety of tools including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Solution Focussed Therapy.

Lynette is a registered Psychologist who provides telehealth support for adults with a wide range of presenting issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment difficulties and grief and loss . She is committed to providing a respectful, high quality, evidence-based psychological service that is adapted to each client’s personal situation, needs and strengths.

You may have come to this site because you feel stuck – because you are not moving in the direction you most want to. You may feel aspects of your life could be better, or you may be dealing with problems that feel overwhelming. These feelings may be related to your work, relationships or health, or they may be about your attitudes and feelings toward yourself. You may not know what is wrong or why you feel the way you do. Whatever the issue, I hope I am able to help.

From time-to-time we all have issues going on in our lives that feel overwhelming, confusing and too hard to deal with on our own. At the same time, for various reasons, it often feels as if there is no one there we feel safe enough with whom we can share our burdens. Whether it's a messy divorce, the death of a loved one, a traumatic experience, an existential crisis about the meaning of life, or a difficult decision that has to be made - it can be hard to figure out what to do or who to turn to for guidance.

Dani is a Psychotherapist working with adults. She is registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA). She works from a person-centred approach and provides trauma informed therapy. Dani works in a collaborative manner with her clients to reach their goals. She uses a range of evidence-based practices and uses an integrative model of care, going beyond symptom management, addressing the root cause of the issue.

Since starting my career in psychology in 2008, I have enjoyed worked with adults of all ages. Some of the issues that have been brought to therapy include interpersonal issues, family conflict, career/workplace issues, academic/study problems, grief , struggles with mood, motivation, identity, values and life transition. My clients come from all walks of life: tradies and warehouse personnel, students, retirees, teachers, fellow health professionals, stay-at-home moms, career women, new migrants, second generation Australians - all of who are just trying to navigate what mental health means to them and what they want out of life.

Anita works with clients of all ages and diverse backgrounds including individuals, couples and adolescents. She has extensive experience counselling clients and can help you with anxiety, stress, panic attacks, or depression; coping with pain, post-trauma (PTSD), OCD, or workplace issues; managing weight loss ; couples therapy and sports psychology.

I am a registered counsellor psychotherapist. You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, grief & loss , low self esteem. You may be feeling pressured & unable to be your true self, which effects your relationships with colleagues, classmates, or family members. Or you may be living with memories of traumas, childhood abuse or domestic violence that makes your situation more complex. You may find connecting with people difficult which has you feeling alone and isolated. Working on your emotional & psychological difficulties with an experienced counsellor psychotherapist can help.

I am a qualified and registered Psychotherapist and I will work with any presenting issue from your perspective. My non-judgmental, yet challenging approach, is sincere and honest. If you are grappling with issues such as relationship breakdowns, depressive moods, up/down addiction swings, body issues, grief /despair, compulsions or otherwise, these are coping mechanisms to ward off what feels unbearable. Emotional strain and exhaustion are signals that require your attention. Make time to support yourself. You will find me down to earth and easy to talk to in a confidential space. Wisdom and clarity can be your guideposts in future

At times, people need a friendly face and a supportive and safe space where they can talk about their experiences where they can be listened to without judgement. My aim is to walk with you to provide an authentic, honest and trusting space where life's experiences can be unpacked to foster empowerment, personal self-awareness and emotional growth.