LGBTQ+ Affirming Psychologists and Therapists in Yarraville, VIC
I work with children and adults of all ages, to develop self-regulation techniques, process trauma, connect with the deeper, hidden parts of self, explore lifes challenges from different perspectives, and to create gentle shifts in ways of thinking, feeling and being.
We start individual or group arts therapy sessions, with a short guided meditation or self-regulation practices to settle into the space and bring your self into that present moment, as a way of creating space for our somatic, arts therapy session.
I work with children and adults of all ages, to develop self-regulation techniques, process trauma, connect with the deeper, hidden parts of self, explore lifes challenges from different perspectives, and to create gentle shifts in ways of thinking, feeling and being.
We start individual or group arts therapy sessions, with a short guided meditation or self-regulation practices to settle into the space and bring your self into that present moment, as a way of creating space for our somatic, arts therapy session.
I'm a Clinical / Educational and Developmental Psychologist who's passionate about working with you in an engaging, collaborative, and compassionate way. Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 12 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
I'm a Clinical / Educational and Developmental Psychologist who's passionate about working with you in an engaging, collaborative, and compassionate way. Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 12 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
My clients often feel held back by intense physical or emotional responses that limits their enjoyment and potential in life. Many come to me because anxiety or fears—specifically dental, medical, or flight anxiety—prevent them from accessing healthcare or living fully. Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence. If your "fight or flight" response is constantly overreacting, or if talk therapy felt supportive but didn't help you to change your emotional patterns and responses, we may be a good fit. I help you bridge the gap between the mind and the nervous system, updating subconscious patterns with curiosity and calm.
My clients often feel held back by intense physical or emotional responses that limits their enjoyment and potential in life. Many come to me because anxiety or fears—specifically dental, medical, or flight anxiety—prevent them from accessing healthcare or living fully. Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence. If your "fight or flight" response is constantly overreacting, or if talk therapy felt supportive but didn't help you to change your emotional patterns and responses, we may be a good fit. I help you bridge the gap between the mind and the nervous system, updating subconscious patterns with curiosity and calm.
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.
I offer trauma-informed, attachment-based, neurodiversity-affirming therapy for adults seeking clarity and connection. My approach integrates psychological science with lived understanding of neuroqueer experience, ENM, kink and sex-work contexts. We build skills, insight, and self-trust at a pace that suits you.
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.
I offer trauma-informed, attachment-based, neurodiversity-affirming therapy for adults seeking clarity and connection. My approach integrates psychological science with lived understanding of neuroqueer experience, ENM, kink and sex-work contexts. We build skills, insight, and self-trust at a pace that suits you.
I live with chronic pain, autism, ADHD and lived experience of suicidality, anxiety, depression and being a transgender queer person.
I offer counselling informed by Intentional Peer Support, Mindful Self-Compassion, Internal Family Systems and my own lived and living experience.
I help clients work through sudden life changes, coming out and exploring gender, learning to live alongside suicidality, anxiety, depression chronic pain and neurodivergence.
I live with chronic pain, autism, ADHD and lived experience of suicidality, anxiety, depression and being a transgender queer person.
I offer counselling informed by Intentional Peer Support, Mindful Self-Compassion, Internal Family Systems and my own lived and living experience.
I help clients work through sudden life changes, coming out and exploring gender, learning to live alongside suicidality, anxiety, depression chronic pain and neurodivergence.
G'day, my name is Coby. I have spent more than 15 years in psychotherapy and mental health practice, helping individuals of different ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges with compassion, care and empathy. Having lived across several countries and cultures, I bring a deeply informed, culturally responsive perspective to my therapeutic work. I specialise in grief and loss, gender and sexuality (LGBTIQA), complex trauma, family and domestic violence, attachment difficulties, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflict, workplace bullying and intercultural adjustment.
G'day, my name is Coby. I have spent more than 15 years in psychotherapy and mental health practice, helping individuals of different ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges with compassion, care and empathy. Having lived across several countries and cultures, I bring a deeply informed, culturally responsive perspective to my therapeutic work. I specialise in grief and loss, gender and sexuality (LGBTIQA), complex trauma, family and domestic violence, attachment difficulties, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflict, workplace bullying and intercultural adjustment.
Rhiannon supports people navigating the disorienting terrain of threshold moments - whether in relationship, work, grief & loss, adolescence, parenthood, anxiety, depression, addiction or a longing for something deeper or more meaningful.
Drawing on gestalt relational therapy, land-based approaches, & narrative practices, Rhiannon offers a space less about fixing & more about deep listening, where you are invited to slow down & attune to the still, subtle voice that lives beneath anxiety, depression, addiction, lostness, or distress. A voice that carries wisdom hidden within suffering and calls for our attention.
Rhiannon supports people navigating the disorienting terrain of threshold moments - whether in relationship, work, grief & loss, adolescence, parenthood, anxiety, depression, addiction or a longing for something deeper or more meaningful.
Drawing on gestalt relational therapy, land-based approaches, & narrative practices, Rhiannon offers a space less about fixing & more about deep listening, where you are invited to slow down & attune to the still, subtle voice that lives beneath anxiety, depression, addiction, lostness, or distress. A voice that carries wisdom hidden within suffering and calls for our attention.
You and your partner seek deeper emotional connection and understanding. You love each other but struggle with communication, leading to frequent misunderstandings and feelings of disconnection. You desire to break negative patterns and build a more secure, loving bond. You want to uncover and express your true emotions, heal past wounds, and strengthen your relationship. Your goal is to move from conflict to closeness, fostering a partnership where you both feel valued, heard, and deeply connected.
You and your partner seek deeper emotional connection and understanding. You love each other but struggle with communication, leading to frequent misunderstandings and feelings of disconnection. You desire to break negative patterns and build a more secure, loving bond. You want to uncover and express your true emotions, heal past wounds, and strengthen your relationship. Your goal is to move from conflict to closeness, fostering a partnership where you both feel valued, heard, and deeply connected.
You might look like you’re functioning — working, achieving, showing up for others — but inside feel anxious, stuck, or unsure about your relationships or direction in life. I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, and major life or career transitions, particularly when life hasn’t followed the expected path.
I have a particular interest in working with people whose identities and experiences aren't always reflected in mainstream spaces, and those working in creative, performing arts, and freelance careers.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and attachment-focused.
You might look like you’re functioning — working, achieving, showing up for others — but inside feel anxious, stuck, or unsure about your relationships or direction in life. I work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship patterns, and major life or career transitions, particularly when life hasn’t followed the expected path.
I have a particular interest in working with people whose identities and experiences aren't always reflected in mainstream spaces, and those working in creative, performing arts, and freelance careers.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and attachment-focused.
At different stages in our lives we are thrown many curved balls. How do we cope when they come our way? Sometimes we might feel completely unable to find a way through. We may become overwhelmed and so distressed we cannot think and get stuck in negative patterns. Our sleeping, drinking and eating patterns may start to change. Our family relationships may become more difficult. We might be angry, more conflictual or want to withdraw and hide. At times like this it can help to have someone non-judgmental, compassionate and completely impartial to support us find a way through and help us develop some essential survival skills.
At different stages in our lives we are thrown many curved balls. How do we cope when they come our way? Sometimes we might feel completely unable to find a way through. We may become overwhelmed and so distressed we cannot think and get stuck in negative patterns. Our sleeping, drinking and eating patterns may start to change. Our family relationships may become more difficult. We might be angry, more conflictual or want to withdraw and hide. At times like this it can help to have someone non-judgmental, compassionate and completely impartial to support us find a way through and help us develop some essential survival skills.
Available for telehealth and in person appointments. I work with adults who are seeking to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the roots of their struggles. They often come to therapy with experiences of anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties and are ready to explore how these challenges connect to their attachment history and sense of self. They’re reflective, curious, and open to deep personal work.
I particularly value creativity and collaboration in the therapeutic process, helping clients move toward greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and authenticity.
Available for telehealth and in person appointments. I work with adults who are seeking to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the roots of their struggles. They often come to therapy with experiences of anxiety, trauma, or relationship difficulties and are ready to explore how these challenges connect to their attachment history and sense of self. They’re reflective, curious, and open to deep personal work.
I particularly value creativity and collaboration in the therapeutic process, helping clients move toward greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and authenticity.
Hi! I'm Nat, a Provisional Psychologist with a background in teaching and education, yoga, and lived experience of chronic illness. I support teens and adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or navigating life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a safe space where you can explore what's going on, build practical skills, and move towards meaningful, lasting change. I'd love to support you on your journey.
Hi! I'm Nat, a Provisional Psychologist with a background in teaching and education, yoga, and lived experience of chronic illness. I support teens and adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or navigating life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a safe space where you can explore what's going on, build practical skills, and move towards meaningful, lasting change. I'd love to support you on your journey.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist working in Williamstown and Melbourne CBD (Flagstaff Gardens).
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing the effects of traumatic or stressful life events (current or historical) and hope to better understand their inner world, develop tools for regulating their emotions, and feel more confident in navigating life's challenges. I am committed to providing gender and neurodivergent affirming care and creating a safe space for those who wish to explore their identities, cultivate self-compassion and feel empowered to live life as their most authentic selves.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist working in Williamstown and Melbourne CBD (Flagstaff Gardens).
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing the effects of traumatic or stressful life events (current or historical) and hope to better understand their inner world, develop tools for regulating their emotions, and feel more confident in navigating life's challenges. I am committed to providing gender and neurodivergent affirming care and creating a safe space for those who wish to explore their identities, cultivate self-compassion and feel empowered to live life as their most authentic selves.
Have you ever been kept up late at night reliving distressing memories? Does your mind chatter and strong emotions interfere with your day-to-day? Are you looking to understand yourself more and make some changes? If your answer is "yes", then we should talk.
Have you ever been kept up late at night reliving distressing memories? Does your mind chatter and strong emotions interfere with your day-to-day? Are you looking to understand yourself more and make some changes? If your answer is "yes", then we should talk.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
I also offer inclusive support for those within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hey, I’m Emily! I’m a registered psychologist with a warm, person-centred approach, and I provide both face-to-face and online therapy for teens and young adults, typically between the ages of 13 and 30. I’ve created a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. I draw on evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and narrative therapy to support you in making sense of life’s challenges.
I also offer inclusive support for those within the LGBTQIA+ community.
Hey, I’m Emily! I’m a registered psychologist with a warm, person-centred approach, and I provide both face-to-face and online therapy for teens and young adults, typically between the ages of 13 and 30. I’ve created a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. I draw on evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and narrative therapy to support you in making sense of life’s challenges.
I assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (and/or other addictions), depression. My focus is on working with individual and couple's towards personal development and goal setting. Every client is unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
I assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (and/or other addictions), depression. My focus is on working with individual and couple's towards personal development and goal setting. Every client is unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
Understanding that human experience is complex and individualised, my therapeutic approach revolves around person-centred counselling. This can be achieved through a range of therapeutic modalities designed to engage with individuals during therapeutic sessions. Interested in helping support people in being able to have the best possible meaningful individual life journey that is important to them.
Understanding that human experience is complex and individualised, my therapeutic approach revolves around person-centred counselling. This can be achieved through a range of therapeutic modalities designed to engage with individuals during therapeutic sessions. Interested in helping support people in being able to have the best possible meaningful individual life journey that is important to them.
I offer safe, compassionate and holistic support for women (16+) Australia wide.If you carry the impact of trauma—from sexual assault, childhood abuse, discrimination, interpersonal violence, coercive control or medical misogyny—I’m here to support you slowly and gently. I have 15+ years of training and expertise in complex childhood trauma and trauma caused by domestic, institutional or sexual abuse. You’ll find my approach is grounded in care, collaboration and a deep respect for you and your life experience. I’ll meet you where you are, at your pace, and help you move toward a life with more peace, clarity and meaning.
I offer safe, compassionate and holistic support for women (16+) Australia wide.If you carry the impact of trauma—from sexual assault, childhood abuse, discrimination, interpersonal violence, coercive control or medical misogyny—I’m here to support you slowly and gently. I have 15+ years of training and expertise in complex childhood trauma and trauma caused by domestic, institutional or sexual abuse. You’ll find my approach is grounded in care, collaboration and a deep respect for you and your life experience. I’ll meet you where you are, at your pace, and help you move toward a life with more peace, clarity and meaning.
Jess offers individual counselling, couples counselling and supervision. She is welcoming and friendly and recognises the importance of building a therapeutic relationship to which people can bring problems and issues without judgement. Jess understands that we all experience uncomfortable and unhelpful behaviours and feelings. With support and some gently challenging, these behaviours and feelings can start to shift.
Jess offers individual counselling, couples counselling and supervision. She is welcoming and friendly and recognises the importance of building a therapeutic relationship to which people can bring problems and issues without judgement. Jess understands that we all experience uncomfortable and unhelpful behaviours and feelings. With support and some gently challenging, these behaviours and feelings can start to shift.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Therapists Searches for Yarraville
- Docklands
- Flemington
- Footscray
- Kensington
- Newport
- North Melbourne
- Port Melbourne
- Seddon
- Spotswood
- West Footscray
- West Melbourne
- Williamstown
LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.