Female Psychologists and Therapists in Shepparton, VIC
Are you...
questioning long-held beliefs?
integrating a neurodivergence diagnosis?
exploring your sexuality or gender?
adjusting to chronic illness, disability or perimenopause?
healing from religious trauma?
exhausted from caring for others while neglecting yourself?
And...
feeling lost or stuck & wanting change?
ready to stop forcing yourself into boxes that you don't fit in?
ready to find self-acceptance amid complexity?
wanting someone who won't pathologise your experiences but will validate them?
wanting help with managing anxiety, building self-worth & communicating authentically?
needing someone who 'gets' you?
Are you...
questioning long-held beliefs?
integrating a neurodivergence diagnosis?
exploring your sexuality or gender?
adjusting to chronic illness, disability or perimenopause?
healing from religious trauma?
exhausted from caring for others while neglecting yourself?
And...
feeling lost or stuck & wanting change?
ready to stop forcing yourself into boxes that you don't fit in?
ready to find self-acceptance amid complexity?
wanting someone who won't pathologise your experiences but will validate them?
wanting help with managing anxiety, building self-worth & communicating authentically?
needing someone who 'gets' you?
If you are someone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, perhaps navigating trauma, chronic stress, or the impact of domestic violence. You may feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, be seeking emotional stability, healthier relationships, and a reconnection with your inner strength. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be truly seen and supported as you work toward healing, clarity, and lasting personal change.
If you are someone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, perhaps navigating trauma, chronic stress, or the impact of domestic violence. You may feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, be seeking emotional stability, healthier relationships, and a reconnection with your inner strength. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be truly seen and supported as you work toward healing, clarity, and lasting personal change.
Starting therapy takes courage, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate space for growth. My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding. They long to break unhelpful patterns, build confidence, and cultivate healthier relationships. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help them navigate challenges, develop coping tools, and foster self-compassion. My goal is to empower clients to move from struggle to fulfillment, embracing a more authentic and balanced life.
Starting therapy takes courage, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate space for growth. My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding. They long to break unhelpful patterns, build confidence, and cultivate healthier relationships. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help them navigate challenges, develop coping tools, and foster self-compassion. My goal is to empower clients to move from struggle to fulfillment, embracing a more authentic and balanced life.
Smitha Vincent, EMDR & Somatic Therapy, Shepparton
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Shepparton, VIC 3630
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
I get that talking or opening up is daunting for many people! For over 15 years I’ve supported people wanting to enhance the way they deal with life's challenges or make changes to themself no longer serving them well. My approach is to provide practical support to get you feeling some ease and relief, both efficiently and affordably. This includes resources to use outside of the sessions in your everyday life. I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
I get that talking or opening up is daunting for many people! For over 15 years I’ve supported people wanting to enhance the way they deal with life's challenges or make changes to themself no longer serving them well. My approach is to provide practical support to get you feeling some ease and relief, both efficiently and affordably. This includes resources to use outside of the sessions in your everyday life. I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
I support people across the lifespan who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying the weight of life, including anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I work with neurodivergent individuals, women navigating multiple roles and transitions, and those who have experienced developmental trauma or interpersonal violence, supporting emotional regulation, insight, and meaningful change.
A referral is not required, but I accept referrals via Mental Health Care Plans, self or plan-managed NDIS, TAC, and Victim Services (Vic and NSW).
I support people across the lifespan who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying the weight of life, including anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I work with neurodivergent individuals, women navigating multiple roles and transitions, and those who have experienced developmental trauma or interpersonal violence, supporting emotional regulation, insight, and meaningful change.
A referral is not required, but I accept referrals via Mental Health Care Plans, self or plan-managed NDIS, TAC, and Victim Services (Vic and NSW).
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
With over 10 years experience I work with a range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, grief and loss, interpersonal issues, sleep assistance and work place injuries. I also have a strong interest and experience working with trauma, including veterans and both survivors and perpetrators of family violence. I am a strong believer in positive psychology and the concept of accessing psychological support to accomplish self-growth.
With over 10 years experience I work with a range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, grief and loss, interpersonal issues, sleep assistance and work place injuries. I also have a strong interest and experience working with trauma, including veterans and both survivors and perpetrators of family violence. I am a strong believer in positive psychology and the concept of accessing psychological support to accomplish self-growth.
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
Brianna King is a compassionate and experienced therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful change in their lives, relationships, and families. She supports individuals, couples, and parents to break unhelpful patterns, develop self-awareness, and build stronger, healthier connections.
Brianna King is a compassionate and experienced therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful change in their lives, relationships, and families. She supports individuals, couples, and parents to break unhelpful patterns, develop self-awareness, and build stronger, healthier connections.
Do you or your child struggle with "negative" thoughts and struggling to accept parts of yourself that you consider "bad"? Together, we can unpack your internal family system and work on leading a calmer, more balanced life. We will reshape your beliefs about happiness and equip you with tools to handle life's inevitable pain, helping you build resilience and self-acceptance.
Do you or your child struggle with "negative" thoughts and struggling to accept parts of yourself that you consider "bad"? Together, we can unpack your internal family system and work on leading a calmer, more balanced life. We will reshape your beliefs about happiness and equip you with tools to handle life's inevitable pain, helping you build resilience and self-acceptance.
Hi, I am Grace Tiri, I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the challenges of living in a new culture. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, immigrants or NDIS participants seeking support with emotional regulation, identity, or daily challenges. I also support individuals experiencing workplace issues.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, isolated, or exhausted. They want to feel understood, find balance, and reconnect with themselves. Their goals may include healing from past experiences, finding clarity and confidence in both their personal and professional life.
Hi, I am Grace Tiri, I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the challenges of living in a new culture. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, immigrants or NDIS participants seeking support with emotional regulation, identity, or daily challenges. I also support individuals experiencing workplace issues.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, isolated, or exhausted. They want to feel understood, find balance, and reconnect with themselves. Their goals may include healing from past experiences, finding clarity and confidence in both their personal and professional life.
Kerri-Ann welcomes you to her private practice. Located in beautiful Echuca Victoria. or Australia wide via Telehealth or Telephone. Appointments available. No GP referral required. Specialist in grief and loss, trauma, mental health, carer stress, relationships, illness, dementia, palliative care. Supporting individuals to live their lives well for over 20 years having worked in Palliative care, Dementia care and community services. I create a safe, non-judgmental counselling space for you, we work together, using various therapies. Emotional wellness is integral to overall good health, let's have a chat, book online or call today
Kerri-Ann welcomes you to her private practice. Located in beautiful Echuca Victoria. or Australia wide via Telehealth or Telephone. Appointments available. No GP referral required. Specialist in grief and loss, trauma, mental health, carer stress, relationships, illness, dementia, palliative care. Supporting individuals to live their lives well for over 20 years having worked in Palliative care, Dementia care and community services. I create a safe, non-judgmental counselling space for you, we work together, using various therapies. Emotional wellness is integral to overall good health, let's have a chat, book online or call today
Counselling should always begin from a place of empathy and curiosity, and I strive to make the process one of two-way learning and discovery. I offer a wholistic and tailored approach to therapy that meets you were you are at and helps you get where you want to be.
Counselling should always begin from a place of empathy and curiosity, and I strive to make the process one of two-way learning and discovery. I offer a wholistic and tailored approach to therapy that meets you were you are at and helps you get where you want to be.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I am a registered holistic counsellor offering a compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed approach to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. With advanced training in Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Counselling, I help partners deepen connection, enhance communication, and navigate conflict and betrayal with empathy and skill. I also bring expertise in nervous system regulation, supporting recovery from trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.
I am a registered holistic counsellor offering a compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed approach to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. With advanced training in Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Counselling, I help partners deepen connection, enhance communication, and navigate conflict and betrayal with empathy and skill. I also bring expertise in nervous system regulation, supporting recovery from trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
Hi I am a clinical psychologist and director of Collected Minds.
Collected Minds is an online psychology practice that provides high-quality psychological support to people in rural areas by Zoom or phone. Originating from rural Victoria ourselves, we really care about people being able to find the right mental health support, when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
We are a team of four psychologists, a mental health social worker and two GPs who work with children and adolescents (10+), adults and couples.
Hi I am a clinical psychologist and director of Collected Minds.
Collected Minds is an online psychology practice that provides high-quality psychological support to people in rural areas by Zoom or phone. Originating from rural Victoria ourselves, we really care about people being able to find the right mental health support, when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
We are a team of four psychologists, a mental health social worker and two GPs who work with children and adolescents (10+), adults and couples.
I am a clinical psychologist who supports new and expectant fathers and mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety, birth trauma, perinatal loss, and the identity shifts that come with becoming a parent. I enjoy supporting parents to adjust, develop confidence in themselves, and build a stronger connection with their baby. I also have a growing practice offering psychological and educational assessments for school-aged children across Melbourne and Shepparton. These assessments help families, educators, and support services better understand how a child thinks, learns, and experiences the world.
I am a clinical psychologist who supports new and expectant fathers and mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety, birth trauma, perinatal loss, and the identity shifts that come with becoming a parent. I enjoy supporting parents to adjust, develop confidence in themselves, and build a stronger connection with their baby. I also have a growing practice offering psychological and educational assessments for school-aged children across Melbourne and Shepparton. These assessments help families, educators, and support services better understand how a child thinks, learns, and experiences the world.
I support people who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck. As a registered counsellor in Echuca and psychosocial recovery coach, I offer trauma‑informed counselling that feels safe, warm, and grounded. At Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support, I help clients understand their patterns, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild self‑trust. Together we create practical, sustainable change so you can feel more like yourself again.
I support people who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck. As a registered counsellor in Echuca and psychosocial recovery coach, I offer trauma‑informed counselling that feels safe, warm, and grounded. At Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support, I help clients understand their patterns, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild self‑trust. Together we create practical, sustainable change so you can feel more like yourself again.
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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.