Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Thornbury, VIC
We offer affirming, trauma-informed support for ADHD, autism, AuDHD, late-diagnosed, queer, trans and genderfluid people. We’re Indigenous, LGBTIQA+ owned and operated. Many clients come to us seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, masking fatigue, emotional regulation challenges, and identity exploration. We understand how the body communicates stress and truth, and we help you reconnect with safety, awareness, and authenticity. In-person in Melbourne or online Australia-wide.
We offer affirming, trauma-informed support for ADHD, autism, AuDHD, late-diagnosed, queer, trans and genderfluid people. We’re Indigenous, LGBTIQA+ owned and operated. Many clients come to us seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, masking fatigue, emotional regulation challenges, and identity exploration. We understand how the body communicates stress and truth, and we help you reconnect with safety, awareness, and authenticity. In-person in Melbourne or online Australia-wide.
I am a Trauma-informed Counsellor, Chinese Medicine practitioner and Acupuncturist. I provide Holistic Counselling and Integrative treatments for women who are seeking support with anxiety and depression, trauma, AuDHD, emotional regulation, carer burnout, parenting challenges, grief, relational concerns, womens' health and fertility, chronic pain, life transitions, spirituality and body-mind wellbeing. I also provide counselling for children (10 years+) with their carers and adolescents.
I am a Trauma-informed Counsellor, Chinese Medicine practitioner and Acupuncturist. I provide Holistic Counselling and Integrative treatments for women who are seeking support with anxiety and depression, trauma, AuDHD, emotional regulation, carer burnout, parenting challenges, grief, relational concerns, womens' health and fertility, chronic pain, life transitions, spirituality and body-mind wellbeing. I also provide counselling for children (10 years+) with their carers and adolescents.
As an experienced counsellor and death doula I support people to navigate complex and challenging life transitions. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, mostly because something in their lives is shifting. You’re in-between and you’re not sure how to move forward. You’re aware that there are patterns that keep you feeling anxious, frustrated and stuck. It can help to tell your story to a compassionate witness, to hear a different perspective or try a new strategy. I sit with you in the space between chapters and help you craft a way forward with more insight, clarity and hope.
As an experienced counsellor and death doula I support people to navigate complex and challenging life transitions. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons, mostly because something in their lives is shifting. You’re in-between and you’re not sure how to move forward. You’re aware that there are patterns that keep you feeling anxious, frustrated and stuck. It can help to tell your story to a compassionate witness, to hear a different perspective or try a new strategy. I sit with you in the space between chapters and help you craft a way forward with more insight, clarity and hope.
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions.
Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values:
Trauma Focussed ACT;
ACT for Grief & Loss;
ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions.
Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values:
Trauma Focussed ACT;
ACT for Grief & Loss;
ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
Melissa has a warm, compassionate and playful nature. She aims to provide a safe, accepting and enjoyable space to connect authentically with clients. She supports her clients to uncover their hopes for the future, and to understand the internal and external barriers to their personal and relational growth.
Melissa has a warm, compassionate and playful nature. She aims to provide a safe, accepting and enjoyable space to connect authentically with clients. She supports her clients to uncover their hopes for the future, and to understand the internal and external barriers to their personal and relational growth.
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, the LGBTQI community and in organisational psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create desired and positive changes, in order to live a life that aligns with dreams and values, and to navigate individual relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.
I have over 25 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, the LGBTQI community and in organisational psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create desired and positive changes, in order to live a life that aligns with dreams and values, and to navigate individual relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Aceptance and Commitment Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology and Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy.
Lara is a registered psychologist, providing non-judgemental and compassionate psychological support to adolescents (16+) and adults, drawing from a client-centred approach. She is passionate about building genuine therapeutic relationships with her clients, and working collaboratively with them to develop goals, build confidence, and grow to achieve mental wellbeing. Lara has experience working with clients of various ages and backgrounds presenting with difficulties and stressors including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, perinatal challenges, chronic pain, and trauma.
Lara is a registered psychologist, providing non-judgemental and compassionate psychological support to adolescents (16+) and adults, drawing from a client-centred approach. She is passionate about building genuine therapeutic relationships with her clients, and working collaboratively with them to develop goals, build confidence, and grow to achieve mental wellbeing. Lara has experience working with clients of various ages and backgrounds presenting with difficulties and stressors including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, perinatal challenges, chronic pain, and trauma.
Life can be so tough, at times: Perhaps you don’t feel good about 'you', you struggle with life feeling relentlessly stressful, expensive, and anxiety-provoking, your relationship is in trouble, work is overwhelming and unsatisfying, your friendships feel insecure, you grieve for the decline or death of a close other (or beloved pet), you are diagnosed with a fear-evoking illness, your mental health is out of kilter and you don't know how to get back on track, or you may be feeling a 'deep down' loss of meaning and purpose in an increasingly unstable, uncertain world. Or something else; we all have a story. Therapy can really help.
Life can be so tough, at times: Perhaps you don’t feel good about 'you', you struggle with life feeling relentlessly stressful, expensive, and anxiety-provoking, your relationship is in trouble, work is overwhelming and unsatisfying, your friendships feel insecure, you grieve for the decline or death of a close other (or beloved pet), you are diagnosed with a fear-evoking illness, your mental health is out of kilter and you don't know how to get back on track, or you may be feeling a 'deep down' loss of meaning and purpose in an increasingly unstable, uncertain world. Or something else; we all have a story. Therapy can really help.
You might be feeling stuck, distant from your partner, or caught in the same painful arguments. Or perhaps you’re longing for more ease, closeness, and understanding in your relationship. I help couples slow down, untangle difficult patterns, and find new ways of relating that feel safe, supportive, and true to who you both are.
You might be feeling stuck, distant from your partner, or caught in the same painful arguments. Or perhaps you’re longing for more ease, closeness, and understanding in your relationship. I help couples slow down, untangle difficult patterns, and find new ways of relating that feel safe, supportive, and true to who you both are.
Do you see the same patterns in relationships, with family members, partners, friends, kids or at work? Do you feel lonely, anxious in connection, or like you can’t quite find your place with others? Or maybe your childhood left you with wounds that still shape how you show up today. I work with adults who want to understand where their patterns come from and genuinely change them. Not just manage symptoms.
My work draws on attachment, family systems, nervous system regulation, somatic therapy, and emotionally focused approaches. Together we look at your history, relationships, issues & patterns to make lasting change.
Do you see the same patterns in relationships, with family members, partners, friends, kids or at work? Do you feel lonely, anxious in connection, or like you can’t quite find your place with others? Or maybe your childhood left you with wounds that still shape how you show up today. I work with adults who want to understand where their patterns come from and genuinely change them. Not just manage symptoms.
My work draws on attachment, family systems, nervous system regulation, somatic therapy, and emotionally focused approaches. Together we look at your history, relationships, issues & patterns to make lasting change.
Hi! My name is Ashley (she/her), and I’m a registered general and sexual health psychologist. I provide psychological therapy for adults aged 21+.
My key areas of practice are supporting neurodivergent experiences, sexual wellbeing and intimacy, and affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse clients.
I pride myself on being a psychologist that people feel genuinely at ease with, and comfortable to talk to, and consider it a privilege to be the space where people can speak openly about their lives. I create the conditions in sessions for authentic self-expression and meaningful growth.
Hi! My name is Ashley (she/her), and I’m a registered general and sexual health psychologist. I provide psychological therapy for adults aged 21+.
My key areas of practice are supporting neurodivergent experiences, sexual wellbeing and intimacy, and affirming care for LGBTQIA+ and gender diverse clients.
I pride myself on being a psychologist that people feel genuinely at ease with, and comfortable to talk to, and consider it a privilege to be the space where people can speak openly about their lives. I create the conditions in sessions for authentic self-expression and meaningful growth.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I’m here to support you with the issues you’re currently facing. Whether it’s something you’ve struggled with for a while or life has suddenly taken a challenging turn, I can provide a safe space where you'll be treated with warmth and compassion. My aim is for you to feel really seen, heard and understood.
My approach is collaborative and integrative so I can respond flexibly to your unique needs. My work is trauma-informed and draws on the latest evidence-based research. I use modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy and Focusing Oriented Therapy.
As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I’m here to support you with the issues you’re currently facing. Whether it’s something you’ve struggled with for a while or life has suddenly taken a challenging turn, I can provide a safe space where you'll be treated with warmth and compassion. My aim is for you to feel really seen, heard and understood.
My approach is collaborative and integrative so I can respond flexibly to your unique needs. My work is trauma-informed and draws on the latest evidence-based research. I use modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy and Focusing Oriented Therapy.
I see adults seeking support for a range of mental health conditions and stressors. I specialise in ADHD, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, and attachment (relationship) issues. I endeavor to provide a warm and relaxed atmosphere in therapy, characterised by a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach.
I see adults seeking support for a range of mental health conditions and stressors. I specialise in ADHD, mood disorders, perinatal mental health, and attachment (relationship) issues. I endeavor to provide a warm and relaxed atmosphere in therapy, characterised by a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach.
My therapeutic approach is both guided by research, and tailored to the individual. Throughout therapy I take into account each person’s unique values, strengths and challenges, so that I can adapt interventions to the needs of each specific person. I like to approach each session with warmth, openness, enthusiasm and empathy. I believe that this is important in developing a strong therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist, built on trust.
My therapeutic approach is both guided by research, and tailored to the individual. Throughout therapy I take into account each person’s unique values, strengths and challenges, so that I can adapt interventions to the needs of each specific person. I like to approach each session with warmth, openness, enthusiasm and empathy. I believe that this is important in developing a strong therapeutic alliance between the client and therapist, built on trust.
One of the barriers to self-care is allowing yourself to go into the depths of your experiences. Often, we are challenged to explore and understand this profound chasm, to touch what is held there, to hear its messages, and to connect with compassion to the raw emotions that have been lying dormant for years or just surfaced. By peering into the abyss, we can gain deeper understanding of ourselves and insight into the meaning of our lives; transforming and opening up possibilities the future could hold for us.
One of the barriers to self-care is allowing yourself to go into the depths of your experiences. Often, we are challenged to explore and understand this profound chasm, to touch what is held there, to hear its messages, and to connect with compassion to the raw emotions that have been lying dormant for years or just surfaced. By peering into the abyss, we can gain deeper understanding of ourselves and insight into the meaning of our lives; transforming and opening up possibilities the future could hold for us.
I’m a registered Psychologist with a warm, non-judgemental and supportive approach to treatment. I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
I’m a registered Psychologist with a warm, non-judgemental and supportive approach to treatment. I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
Hi, My name is Christy, I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor working in East Melbourne and Thornbury. I have a passion for a holistic model of transforming the human experience which focuses on creativity, embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. I work in an integrative way using many models of therapy including emotion-focused, strengths-based, and humanistic. I help clients define their values, understand their motivations and explore their relationship to themselves and others on a deeper level.
Hi, My name is Christy, I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor working in East Melbourne and Thornbury. I have a passion for a holistic model of transforming the human experience which focuses on creativity, embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. I work in an integrative way using many models of therapy including emotion-focused, strengths-based, and humanistic. I help clients define their values, understand their motivations and explore their relationship to themselves and others on a deeper level.
I support people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, high-sensitivity, grief, eco-grief, self-esteem, intimacy and relationship issues. I also work with people who are grappling with existential questions around death, purpose, meaning and identity.
As a relationship therapist, I support couples who are navigating difficulties with intimacy, trust, conflict and communication. I am passionate about supporting people in non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory and people in queer relationships.
I support people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, high-sensitivity, grief, eco-grief, self-esteem, intimacy and relationship issues. I also work with people who are grappling with existential questions around death, purpose, meaning and identity.
As a relationship therapist, I support couples who are navigating difficulties with intimacy, trust, conflict and communication. I am passionate about supporting people in non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory and people in queer relationships.
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.