Counselling in Canning Vale, WA

Photo of Dawn Teoh - In-Vision Counselling Services, ACA-L2, Counsellor
In-Vision Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Dawn is a member of ACA. Dawn believes in the holistic healing process for her clients. She is passionate in assisting her clients to achieve their goals by assisting and guiding them in realising their full potential. Dawn focuses in helping her clients and believes it is important to walk the journey with her clients until they are ready to take their own steps. She works with clients with anger issues, anxiety, stress or any other issues that might be detrimental to their mental health being. She believes that to help her clients, she needs to incorporate every aspect of the clients life to fully understand and help them.
Dawn is a member of ACA. Dawn believes in the holistic healing process for her clients. She is passionate in assisting her clients to achieve their goals by assisting and guiding them in realising their full potential. Dawn focuses in helping her clients and believes it is important to walk the journey with her clients until they are ready to take their own steps. She works with clients with anger issues, anxiety, stress or any other issues that might be detrimental to their mental health being. She believes that to help her clients, she needs to incorporate every aspect of the clients life to fully understand and help them.
(08) 6109 8092 View (08) 6109 8092
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Jennifer Altheimer
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
I am an experienced, registered counsellor with more than 2 decades of experience working with individuals, children, couples and families from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds. I have worked alongside these clients to bring about healing in the relationship they have with themselves and others. My training and experience in various issues such as family and relationship dynamics, interpersonal issues, grief and loss, family and domestic violence, various forms of trauma, depression, anxiety, parent-teen conflict and migration enables me to empathise with my clients, making them feel heard and understood.
I am an experienced, registered counsellor with more than 2 decades of experience working with individuals, children, couples and families from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds. I have worked alongside these clients to bring about healing in the relationship they have with themselves and others. My training and experience in various issues such as family and relationship dynamics, interpersonal issues, grief and loss, family and domestic violence, various forms of trauma, depression, anxiety, parent-teen conflict and migration enables me to empathise with my clients, making them feel heard and understood.
(08) 6493 7805 View (08) 6493 7805
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Owen Robinson
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from what they did to others.
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from what they did to others.
(08) 7078 7553 View (08) 7078 7553
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Penny Chai
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
I am an endorsed Counselling Psychologist with 10+ years clinical experience in public and private sectors. I am down to earth, caring and friendly. I work collaboratively with my clients to find out what matters to them and provide support for them to develop their strengths and coping skills, to achieve their goals for therapy. I aim to provide a supportive and non-judgemental space in which people can feel safe to explore their difficulties. I am bilingual in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese (Chinese).
I am an endorsed Counselling Psychologist with 10+ years clinical experience in public and private sectors. I am down to earth, caring and friendly. I work collaboratively with my clients to find out what matters to them and provide support for them to develop their strengths and coping skills, to achieve their goals for therapy. I aim to provide a supportive and non-judgemental space in which people can feel safe to explore their difficulties. I am bilingual in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese (Chinese).
(08) 6361 3260 View (08) 6361 3260
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Poh Gan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Blossom Care Psychology understands that every individual and family has different unique challenges; yet we are all the same in the face of common human suffering such as sadness, worry, anger, developmental challenges, illnesses, death and dying, grief, and loss. In the face of all these challenges in life, Blossom Care Psychology hopes to work alongside with you with compassion and loving kindness to find ways that work for you so that you can continue to thrive and flourish.
Blossom Care Psychology understands that every individual and family has different unique challenges; yet we are all the same in the face of common human suffering such as sadness, worry, anger, developmental challenges, illnesses, death and dying, grief, and loss. In the face of all these challenges in life, Blossom Care Psychology hopes to work alongside with you with compassion and loving kindness to find ways that work for you so that you can continue to thrive and flourish.
(08) 6120 1806 View (08) 6120 1806
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Kristin Tovey Counselling and Social Work
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
A Counsellor & Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a genuine curiosity, enthusiasm, and passion for helping people heal. Offering support to adults and couples on a wide range of mental health issues, including mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, sleep problems, grief and bereavement, Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD), chronic health issues, work place conflict and relationship stress and conflict.
A Counsellor & Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a genuine curiosity, enthusiasm, and passion for helping people heal. Offering support to adults and couples on a wide range of mental health issues, including mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, sleep problems, grief and bereavement, Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD), chronic health issues, work place conflict and relationship stress and conflict.
(08) 6171 3043 View (08) 6171 3043
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Paris Matthews
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a Psychologist, I passionately believe that we as humans already hold the potential and resilience to be able to heal ourselves. I will work with you in a holistic and judgement-free way for you to be able to build upon your skills to be able to cope with the challenges that life presents to us. This is your journey, and I will be your guide. I have experience working with vulnerable populations within Government sectors of Disability Royal Commission, Child Protective Services and also Corrective Services, where I supported individuals with neurodiversity, couples and families, in addition to people experiencing addiction.
As a Psychologist, I passionately believe that we as humans already hold the potential and resilience to be able to heal ourselves. I will work with you in a holistic and judgement-free way for you to be able to build upon your skills to be able to cope with the challenges that life presents to us. This is your journey, and I will be your guide. I have experience working with vulnerable populations within Government sectors of Disability Royal Commission, Child Protective Services and also Corrective Services, where I supported individuals with neurodiversity, couples and families, in addition to people experiencing addiction.
(08) 6171 2171 View (08) 6171 2171
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Keara Wood
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. Her expertise includes trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and Educational Assessments. EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara also offers ADHD and educational assessments for learning difficulties or giftedness.
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. Her expertise includes trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and Educational Assessments. EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara also offers ADHD and educational assessments for learning difficulties or giftedness.
(08) 6361 3218 View (08) 6361 3218
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Lachlan King
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Online Only
Please note: I am currently only offering telehealth appointments. Let me know if a videocall, phone call or message-based appointment would work best for you.
Please note: I am currently only offering telehealth appointments. Let me know if a videocall, phone call or message-based appointment would work best for you.
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Nadia Smith-McColm
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist with experience and passion for working with children (8 plus) and adults with anxiety and ADHD. I am good at exploring clients concerns and working with them collaboratively to develop insight, strategies goals or solutions guided by their needs. I have over 16 years counselling experience and I am able to conduct ADHD assessments and therapy.
I am a registered psychologist with experience and passion for working with children (8 plus) and adults with anxiety and ADHD. I am good at exploring clients concerns and working with them collaboratively to develop insight, strategies goals or solutions guided by their needs. I have over 16 years counselling experience and I am able to conduct ADHD assessments and therapy.
(08) 6361 2940 View (08) 6361 2940
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The Bield Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
(08) 7078 7803 View (08) 7078 7803
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Jason Donaldson
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Serves Area
What if you got the support you need to deal with the challenges you're facing, create lasting change, be the person you want to be, and live the life you want?
What if you got the support you need to deal with the challenges you're facing, create lasting change, be the person you want to be, and live the life you want?
(08) 9473 6396 View (08) 9473 6396
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JJ's Creative Art Therapies
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I understand that the act of creating can often breakthrough the limitations of language, allowing for you to have deeper expression of emotions that may be difficult to articulate verbally. Art therapy provides a unique and powerful way to explore your inner world, develop self-awareness, and work towards positive change in a supportive and in a non-judgmental environment. My goal is to help my clients develop the tools and skills they need to manage life's challenges and achieve their goals.
I understand that the act of creating can often breakthrough the limitations of language, allowing for you to have deeper expression of emotions that may be difficult to articulate verbally. Art therapy provides a unique and powerful way to explore your inner world, develop self-awareness, and work towards positive change in a supportive and in a non-judgmental environment. My goal is to help my clients develop the tools and skills they need to manage life's challenges and achieve their goals.
(08) 6185 0278 View (08) 6185 0278
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Deborah Woon
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Deb. I am a Registered Clinical Supervisor & Registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist (PACFA and ACA Level 4). My areas of special interest include Trauma and PTSD (developmental and incidental); attachment styles, anxiety and emotional regulation, coping skills, addictions, life transitions, grief and loss, single parenting, separation, or divorce. I am passionate about mental health recovery and take pride in my clients' success in processing present and past traumas and other presenting difficulties.
Hello, my name is Deb. I am a Registered Clinical Supervisor & Registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist (PACFA and ACA Level 4). My areas of special interest include Trauma and PTSD (developmental and incidental); attachment styles, anxiety and emotional regulation, coping skills, addictions, life transitions, grief and loss, single parenting, separation, or divorce. I am passionate about mental health recovery and take pride in my clients' success in processing present and past traumas and other presenting difficulties.
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Rachael Tan
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about supporting adults with anxiety and also neurodiverse individuals, including adults with Autism, as well as clients navigating challenges like parenting. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping you build confidence, manage stress, and create meaningful change in your life. For children and adults over 18, I offer coaching and counseling to explore strengths, develop strategies for managing Autism (ASD), and navigate the unique experiences of being neurodiverse.
I am passionate about supporting adults with anxiety and also neurodiverse individuals, including adults with Autism, as well as clients navigating challenges like parenting. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping you build confidence, manage stress, and create meaningful change in your life. For children and adults over 18, I offer coaching and counseling to explore strengths, develop strategies for managing Autism (ASD), and navigate the unique experiences of being neurodiverse.
(08) 6493 7217 View (08) 6493 7217
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Choy Lee
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Couple and Family Relationship is my passion; with growing interest in helping Young Adults. Everyone get stuck as some stage in life journey. I recognise that people experience conflict, loneliness, lost, fear, anger, confusion, guilt, unworthy and not least, inner frustration, can be symptoms leading us to ask deeper questions, if necessary. I offer individuals a safe space to identify their pain, explore options to restore brokenness, start building strong, stable and healthy relationships in the new season of their life - I call this Growth. All done at their own pace.
Couple and Family Relationship is my passion; with growing interest in helping Young Adults. Everyone get stuck as some stage in life journey. I recognise that people experience conflict, loneliness, lost, fear, anger, confusion, guilt, unworthy and not least, inner frustration, can be symptoms leading us to ask deeper questions, if necessary. I offer individuals a safe space to identify their pain, explore options to restore brokenness, start building strong, stable and healthy relationships in the new season of their life - I call this Growth. All done at their own pace.
(08) 6361 2944 View (08) 6361 2944
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Fiona Rogerson
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
My work centres on trauma recovery (attachment/relational, PTSD, acute, complex), perinatal difficulties, and relational healing. I work with individuals and couples to validate and support their individual journeys, and create change in their lives. I will show you that you are not alone; that I see you and I hear you; and your struggle does not have to continue. There is a way out. I work holistically and collaboratively with you to support you in understanding your experiences; gaining insight to past and present contributing factors; increasing your self-awareness; and taking ownership of your healing and growth.
My work centres on trauma recovery (attachment/relational, PTSD, acute, complex), perinatal difficulties, and relational healing. I work with individuals and couples to validate and support their individual journeys, and create change in their lives. I will show you that you are not alone; that I see you and I hear you; and your struggle does not have to continue. There is a way out. I work holistically and collaboratively with you to support you in understanding your experiences; gaining insight to past and present contributing factors; increasing your self-awareness; and taking ownership of your healing and growth.
(08) 7078 7894 View (08) 7078 7894
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Amaka Nwankwo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Serves Area
My goal is to help individuals navigate life's obstacles and to improve their overall well-being. I provide therapy to address a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and personal growth barriers. Clients are welcomed into a safe environment where they can freely express themselves, receive validation, and develop coping strategies. With empathy and compassion, I guide clients through their healing journey. My therapeutic approach is centered on identifying strengths, fostering resilience, and facilitating positive change.
My goal is to help individuals navigate life's obstacles and to improve their overall well-being. I provide therapy to address a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and personal growth barriers. Clients are welcomed into a safe environment where they can freely express themselves, receive validation, and develop coping strategies. With empathy and compassion, I guide clients through their healing journey. My therapeutic approach is centered on identifying strengths, fostering resilience, and facilitating positive change.
(08) 6120 1944 View (08) 6120 1944
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Bronwyn Lenyszyn
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Bronwyn. You’ve taken an important step by visiting my profile. Are you struggling to connect with a counsellor or open up to loved ones? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or trauma and aren’t sure where to turn. When you work with me, you’ll connect with a counsellor who has lived experience and someone who truly understands how isolating and exhausting life’s challenges can feel. What sets me apart is my deep understanding of the emotional toll that relationship struggles, divorce, parenting challenges, grief and loss, abandonment, emotional abuse, and feeling unheard can take on a person.
Hello, my name is Bronwyn. You’ve taken an important step by visiting my profile. Are you struggling to connect with a counsellor or open up to loved ones? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or trauma and aren’t sure where to turn. When you work with me, you’ll connect with a counsellor who has lived experience and someone who truly understands how isolating and exhausting life’s challenges can feel. What sets me apart is my deep understanding of the emotional toll that relationship struggles, divorce, parenting challenges, grief and loss, abandonment, emotional abuse, and feeling unheard can take on a person.
(08) 9473 6366 View (08) 9473 6366
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Kym Murray
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Canning Vale, WA

30+

Average cost per session

$150

Counsellors in Canning Vale, WA who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
83% Depression
81% Self Esteem
72% Relationship Issues
72% Stress
64% Coping Skills
61% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

65% Bupa
45% Medicare Rebates
45% Medibank Private

How Counsellors in Canning Vale, WA see their clients

98% In Person and Online
2% Online Only

Gender breakdown

75% Female
25% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Canning Vale?

Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, suburb, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.

Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.