Female Counselling in Spring Gully, VIC

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Dr Jessica Griffith
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified Verified
Spring Gully, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
Are you or a loved one struggling with emotional dysregulation, mood swings, behavioural difficulties or serious mental illness? I am experienced with complex presentations including psychosis, mood disorders, personality disorders, challenging behaviours, autism, intellectual disability, attachment difficulties and parenting support; my approach involves collaborative problem solving and trauma informed and neurodiversity-affirming support.
Are you or a loved one struggling with emotional dysregulation, mood swings, behavioural difficulties or serious mental illness? I am experienced with complex presentations including psychosis, mood disorders, personality disorders, challenging behaviours, autism, intellectual disability, attachment difficulties and parenting support; my approach involves collaborative problem solving and trauma informed and neurodiversity-affirming support.
(03) 4422 4671 View (03) 4422 4671
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Sylvia Charlton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spring Gully, VIC 3550
Do you experience the impact of past trauma in your day to day life? Do you experience flashbacks, nightmares, or are triggered by certain things associated with memories from events that happened in the past? I can help you to understand your autonomic nervous system and why you experience defensive reactions such as fight, flight and freeze in certain situations long after the traumatic event happened. I can help you to recognise when the triggers impact your nervous system and your reaction to them. We can work towards returning the trauma to the past where it belongs, and restore your felt sense of safety.
Do you experience the impact of past trauma in your day to day life? Do you experience flashbacks, nightmares, or are triggered by certain things associated with memories from events that happened in the past? I can help you to understand your autonomic nervous system and why you experience defensive reactions such as fight, flight and freeze in certain situations long after the traumatic event happened. I can help you to recognise when the triggers impact your nervous system and your reaction to them. We can work towards returning the trauma to the past where it belongs, and restore your felt sense of safety.
(03) 4427 9997 View (03) 4427 9997
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Katie Varallo
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spring Gully, VIC 3550
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
(03) 4420 3903 View (03) 4420 3903
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Carolyn Jardine
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Spring Gully, VIC 3550
I assist clients who may be feeling a range of confusing and overwhelming thoughts and emotions in their life and, want to regain some sense of peace and hope for the future. You may be feeling stress, anxiety, sadness, depression, grief, anger and all the emotions that accompany a time when there is a loss of some kind. It may be the death of a loved one, but it can also be the loss of a relationship, friendship, independence, home, job, dreams and hopes or moving from one life stage to another.
I assist clients who may be feeling a range of confusing and overwhelming thoughts and emotions in their life and, want to regain some sense of peace and hope for the future. You may be feeling stress, anxiety, sadness, depression, grief, anger and all the emotions that accompany a time when there is a loss of some kind. It may be the death of a loved one, but it can also be the loss of a relationship, friendship, independence, home, job, dreams and hopes or moving from one life stage to another.
(03) 4422 2235 View (03) 4422 2235
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Ali Burley
Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Spring Gully, VIC 3550
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
(03) 8771 5947 View (03) 8771 5947

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Photo of Rachel Mintoff - The ADHD Social Worker - Rachel Mintoff, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
The ADHD Social Worker - Rachel Mintoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bendigo, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
Navigating life after a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (whether clinically diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can often feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. Finding the right support in a timely manner is tough, and even when you do, it might not be the right fit. You may feel frustrated when the strategies don't work or are hard to follow, leaving you wondering, "What's the point of a diagnosis if nothing changes?"
Navigating life after a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (whether clinically diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can often feel incredibly isolating and overwhelming. Finding the right support in a timely manner is tough, and even when you do, it might not be the right fit. You may feel frustrated when the strategies don't work or are hard to follow, leaving you wondering, "What's the point of a diagnosis if nothing changes?"
(02) 4214 4531 View (02) 4214 4531
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Natasha Kiemel-Incorvaia
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
I am passionate about women’s mental health, EMDR & Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBiT).
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma, body-based and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically. This includes the vagus nerve, lymphatic system and gut. I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD (EMDR), mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, and tic disorders. My service Graciously You is a telehealth ONLY service which is streamlined to meet your needs and fit around your busy schedule. I also offer a range of online course options (incl. on-demand) on how to start supporting your nervous system.
I am passionate about women’s mental health, EMDR & Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBiT).
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma, body-based and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically. This includes the vagus nerve, lymphatic system and gut. I can support you with anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD (EMDR), mindset, motivation, study, career, relationships, friendships, pregnancy, post-partum, and tic disorders. My service Graciously You is a telehealth ONLY service which is streamlined to meet your needs and fit around your busy schedule. I also offer a range of online course options (incl. on-demand) on how to start supporting your nervous system.
(02) 9100 0843 View (02) 9100 0843
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Helen Fraser
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
I can help you to search into the hidden depths of your unconscious to find the extraordinary strengths and resources waiting to be discovered there. Together we will explore events, dreams, childhood, symptoms, patterns, fantasies, daydreams and the therapeutic relationship to build understanding that will help you to accept yourself and move forward. We will look at your relationships, how you live, the roles and masks you put on, and how you protect your vulnerability.
I can help you to search into the hidden depths of your unconscious to find the extraordinary strengths and resources waiting to be discovered there. Together we will explore events, dreams, childhood, symptoms, patterns, fantasies, daydreams and the therapeutic relationship to build understanding that will help you to accept yourself and move forward. We will look at your relationships, how you live, the roles and masks you put on, and how you protect your vulnerability.
(03) 8595 5347 View (03) 8595 5347
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Pleasure Centred Sexology
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I’m a sex therapist offering online and in-person support in Hawthorn. I work with people to explore & prioritise pleasure, those who experience painful sex or pelvic pain, those who are disabled or chronically ill, people with lower desire, desire differences in relationships or arousal challenges. I support people to understand themselves better, realise their goals, develop curiosity, skills and more choice. I have a team of sexologists who work with me and together we support a wide range of issues. Visit my website to learn more about me and my team. Look forward to connecting with you!
I’m a sex therapist offering online and in-person support in Hawthorn. I work with people to explore & prioritise pleasure, those who experience painful sex or pelvic pain, those who are disabled or chronically ill, people with lower desire, desire differences in relationships or arousal challenges. I support people to understand themselves better, realise their goals, develop curiosity, skills and more choice. I have a team of sexologists who work with me and together we support a wide range of issues. Visit my website to learn more about me and my team. Look forward to connecting with you!
(03) 7003 2722 View (03) 7003 2722
Photo of Mikaela Grant - Care For Your Mind, MA, PACFA, Psychotherapist
Care For Your Mind
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
At Care For Your Mind we care about connection and understand the driver of lasting change is determined by the strength of the therapeutic relationship. Care For Your Mind is a private practice located in Bendigo providing counselling and psychological assessments to adults, young people, children and their families. We work with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, anger management, behavioural concerns, grief & loss, sexualised behaviours and trauma presentations.
At Care For Your Mind we care about connection and understand the driver of lasting change is determined by the strength of the therapeutic relationship. Care For Your Mind is a private practice located in Bendigo providing counselling and psychological assessments to adults, young people, children and their families. We work with a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, anger management, behavioural concerns, grief & loss, sexualised behaviours and trauma presentations.
(03) 4422 2180 View (03) 4422 2180
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Liselotte Roosen
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Nina Isabella - Womanly Counsellor
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I warmly welcome women of diverse backgrounds - life stage, ability, faith, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation.
Twenty years of specialist experience supporting women navigating challenges of perinatal mental health; motherhood; menopausing; endometriosis, inflammatory and chronic illness; and pelvic floor dysfunction. Fundamental life transitions can bring feelings of loss; grief; anxiety; depression; and questioning our sense of identity and purpose. I love drawing on a rich suite of therapeutic tools - empathetic counselling; mindfulness; breathwork and therapeutic yoga for intrinsically trauma informed explorations of the unique physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, environmental, social factors influencing your wellbeing.
I warmly welcome women of diverse backgrounds - life stage, ability, faith, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation.
Twenty years of specialist experience supporting women navigating challenges of perinatal mental health; motherhood; menopausing; endometriosis, inflammatory and chronic illness; and pelvic floor dysfunction. Fundamental life transitions can bring feelings of loss; grief; anxiety; depression; and questioning our sense of identity and purpose. I love drawing on a rich suite of therapeutic tools - empathetic counselling; mindfulness; breathwork and therapeutic yoga for intrinsically trauma informed explorations of the unique physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, environmental, social factors influencing your wellbeing.
(03) 4422 4945 View (03) 4422 4945
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Louise Jansz - Fourfold Therapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
West Bendigo, VIC 3550
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
(03) 4240 3277 View (03) 4240 3277
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Vanessa Katherine Bowen
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I'm Vanessa, and I love working with clients to provide support, comfort and empathy. My gentle and friendly approach will help you to feel comfortable straight away, and we will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you. I am particularly passionate about working with clients who are experiencing stress and anxiety to help them heal and learn anxiety management skills. I am also a grief and loss counsellor who can provide a gentle ear and support when you've experienced a loss. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming and supportive of non-traditional relationship structures.
I'm Vanessa, and I love working with clients to provide support, comfort and empathy. My gentle and friendly approach will help you to feel comfortable straight away, and we will move at a pace that feels comfortable to you. I am particularly passionate about working with clients who are experiencing stress and anxiety to help them heal and learn anxiety management skills. I am also a grief and loss counsellor who can provide a gentle ear and support when you've experienced a loss. My practice is LGBTQIA+ affirming and supportive of non-traditional relationship structures.
(03) 4328 2766 View (03) 4328 2766
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Therapy from Home
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Beth. I'm the director of Therapy from Home. We are a small practice of psychologists providing telehealth appointments weekdays, weekends and evenings. We aim to provide down to earth, compassionate and non-judgemental care, no matter what your concerns are. We believe that finding the right psychologist for you is the key, as with a trusting and genuine relationship it is easier to open up and make long lasting change. Appointments with us can take place anywhere from your home, your car, your workplace, or even in a park or on a walk. All you need is your smartphone or tablet.
Hi, I'm Beth. I'm the director of Therapy from Home. We are a small practice of psychologists providing telehealth appointments weekdays, weekends and evenings. We aim to provide down to earth, compassionate and non-judgemental care, no matter what your concerns are. We believe that finding the right psychologist for you is the key, as with a trusting and genuine relationship it is easier to open up and make long lasting change. Appointments with us can take place anywhere from your home, your car, your workplace, or even in a park or on a walk. All you need is your smartphone or tablet.
(03) 4320 5634 View (03) 4320 5634
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CounsellorOnCall
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I offer a solution focused, empowered, approach for the treatment of childhood trauma, Cluster B abuse recovery (Narcissistic, Psychopathy), relationship breakups, unresolved grief, addictions or any challenges that leave you feeling triggered, lost or stuck .I have a lived trauma experience, use Jungian psychology , EMDR, Flash, Havening, NLP, DBT, ACT ,CBT, Symbols, metaphors and rituals toward evidence based, existential, somatic whole person outcomes. I have over 25 years experience in private practise and as a Head Therapist at two health facilities.I am a level 4 Supervisor, author and creator of Symbols, Metaphors & rituals.
I offer a solution focused, empowered, approach for the treatment of childhood trauma, Cluster B abuse recovery (Narcissistic, Psychopathy), relationship breakups, unresolved grief, addictions or any challenges that leave you feeling triggered, lost or stuck .I have a lived trauma experience, use Jungian psychology , EMDR, Flash, Havening, NLP, DBT, ACT ,CBT, Symbols, metaphors and rituals toward evidence based, existential, somatic whole person outcomes. I have over 25 years experience in private practise and as a Head Therapist at two health facilities.I am a level 4 Supervisor, author and creator of Symbols, Metaphors & rituals.
(03) 4422 4813 View (03) 4422 4813
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Kyssanda Robinson - Holistic Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I’m a Registered Level 2 Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist with the Australian Hypnotherapy Association, a registered Supervisor of Counsellors with the Australian Counselling Association and College of Supervisors, Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Business Coach with my own private practice based in Victoria, Australia. This service provides Trauma Recovery Coaching, Counselling, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy services to improve your well-being and create a life you love to live.
I’m a Registered Level 2 Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist with the Australian Hypnotherapy Association, a registered Supervisor of Counsellors with the Australian Counselling Association and College of Supervisors, Certified Trauma Recovery Coach and Business Coach with my own private practice based in Victoria, Australia. This service provides Trauma Recovery Coaching, Counselling, Clinical Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy services to improve your well-being and create a life you love to live.
(08) 9126 9429 View (08) 9126 9429
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Veronica A Collins
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss. By facilitating the expanding of self-awareness there's growth in health and wholeness; becoming more authentic, purposeful & integrated; and creating better harmony within relationships. Offering parent/child relationship work.
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss. By facilitating the expanding of self-awareness there's growth in health and wholeness; becoming more authentic, purposeful & integrated; and creating better harmony within relationships. Offering parent/child relationship work.
(03) 4410 8583 View (03) 4410 8583
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Sarah Elizabeth Hellwege
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
Sarah is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a Gottman Trained Couples Therapist. Sarah works with couples to navigate relationship challenges and achieve a place of deeper understanding, empathy and connection. Sarah adopts a dyadic approach whereby the focus is on helping the couple actively listen and provide responsive, sensitive and empathetic care to one-and-other inside and outside therapy.
Sarah is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a Gottman Trained Couples Therapist. Sarah works with couples to navigate relationship challenges and achieve a place of deeper understanding, empathy and connection. Sarah adopts a dyadic approach whereby the focus is on helping the couple actively listen and provide responsive, sensitive and empathetic care to one-and-other inside and outside therapy.
(03) 7003 2028 View (03) 7003 2028
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Woven Holistic Counselling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bendigo, VIC 3550
Waitlist for new clients
Woven Holistic Counselling is for clients who are ready to move beyond traditional talk therapy. Woven is a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual.
Woven Holistic Counselling is for clients who are ready to move beyond traditional talk therapy. Woven is a safe and compassionate space where clients feel they are a person beyond their symptoms. Christine works holistically to address root causes of your challenges by weaving together her grounding in psychological science and counselling with other modalities, thereby expanding treatment options & allowing them to be tailored to the individual.
(03) 4320 5110 View (03) 4320 5110

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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

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—both men and women—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.