Female Counselling in Canning Vale, WA

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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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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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Kristin Tovey Counselling and Social Work
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I help you navigate challenges that impact your daily life. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn, I can help you take back control and move forward with confidence. You may be: - Experiencing persistent low mood or anxiety - Navigating a relationship breakdown - Facing conflict with family, friends, or colleagues - Struggling to return to work after an accident - Feeling socially isolated - Diagnosed with, or suspect you have, a mental health condition
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I help you navigate challenges that impact your daily life. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn, I can help you take back control and move forward with confidence. You may be: - Experiencing persistent low mood or anxiety - Navigating a relationship breakdown - Facing conflict with family, friends, or colleagues - Struggling to return to work after an accident - Feeling socially isolated - Diagnosed with, or suspect you have, a mental health condition
(08) 6171 3043 View (08) 6171 3043
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Amherst Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Amherst Psychology is a team of compassionate and down-to-earth psychologists located in Canning Vale and Mount Pleasant.
Amherst Psychology is a team of compassionate and down-to-earth psychologists located in Canning Vale and Mount Pleasant.
(08) 6109 9056 View (08) 6109 9056
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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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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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Nessrine Srouji
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
I am a dedicated counsellor with passion for helping people navigate life's tumultuous journey. At times all we need a listening ear and understanding person who can hear our struggles without feeling judged. Taking your time on your healing journey in a safe inviting environment is the place to start. Grow at your own pace, start where you feel comfortable starting. Our life journey is a marathon, not a sprint.
(08) 9316 6832 View (08) 9316 6832
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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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Helen (Hoi Yuk) Wong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Helen Wong is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and Australian Counsellors Association(ACA) with experience working in psychiatric hospital, residential training centre, schools and various not-for-profit organisations both overseas and in Australia. Helen completed her undergraduate degree in Social Work(Hons) in 2005 and a Master's degree of Social Sciences in Family Counselling in 2009. Helen also attained Australian based therapeutic qualifications through various mental health academies. Helen's areas of interest include student counselling, child development, disabilities and mental illness.
Helen Wong is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and Australian Counsellors Association(ACA) with experience working in psychiatric hospital, residential training centre, schools and various not-for-profit organisations both overseas and in Australia. Helen completed her undergraduate degree in Social Work(Hons) in 2005 and a Master's degree of Social Sciences in Family Counselling in 2009. Helen also attained Australian based therapeutic qualifications through various mental health academies. Helen's areas of interest include student counselling, child development, disabilities and mental illness.
(08) 7701 9650 View (08) 7701 9650
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First Step Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
(08) 6109 8115 View (08) 6109 8115
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Amaka Nwankwo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
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 Victims of Crimes, 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 centred on identifying strengths, fostering resilience, and facilitating positive change, I am EMDR certified.
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 Victims of Crimes, 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 centred on identifying strengths, fostering resilience, and facilitating positive change, I am EMDR certified.
(08) 6120 1944 View (08) 6120 1944
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Yeukai Ruzvidzo
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I also support individuals, especially women, facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and domestic violence.
My mission is to help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and enhance their overall well-being. I provide therapy to support people in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, personal growth barriers, and the complexities of bereavement. Clients are welcomed into a safe, non-judgmental space where they can openly express themselves, receive validation, and build effective coping strategies. With empathy and compassion, I guide individuals and families through their healing journey, focusing on recognizing strengths, cultivating resilience, and creating lasting positive change.
I also support individuals, especially women, facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and domestic violence.
My mission is to help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges and enhance their overall well-being. I provide therapy to support people in managing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, personal growth barriers, and the complexities of bereavement. Clients are welcomed into a safe, non-judgmental space where they can openly express themselves, receive validation, and build effective coping strategies. With empathy and compassion, I guide individuals and families through their healing journey, focusing on recognizing strengths, cultivating resilience, and creating lasting positive change.
(08) 6171 2075 View (08) 6171 2075
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Michelle Capsanis
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Michelle commenced her career as an educational psychologist working with school age children and later transitioned into private practice where she has built a reputation for positive outcomes, particularly with children, teenagers and women.
Michelle provides a range of psychology and counselling services for children, teenagers, and adults.
Michelle commenced her career as an educational psychologist working with school age children and later transitioned into private practice where she has built a reputation for positive outcomes, particularly with children, teenagers and women.
Michelle provides a range of psychology and counselling services for children, teenagers, and adults.
(08) 7078 8265 View (08) 7078 8265
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Rachael Tan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a registered and endorsed Clinical Psychologist who has extensive experience working with neurotypical children, adolescents, and individuals as well as those with special needs (Autism, Intellectual Disability, physical disabilities). I am passionate about supporting adults (18+) and children (under 10) with anxiety, as well as navigating the experiences of parenting and/or being neurodivergent. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping you build confidence, manage stress, and create meaningful change in your life.
I am a registered and endorsed Clinical Psychologist who has extensive experience working with neurotypical children, adolescents, and individuals as well as those with special needs (Autism, Intellectual Disability, physical disabilities). I am passionate about supporting adults (18+) and children (under 10) with anxiety, as well as navigating the experiences of parenting and/or being neurodivergent. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on helping you build confidence, manage stress, and create meaningful change in your life.
(08) 6493 7217 View (08) 6493 7217
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The Art of She Expressive Arts Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Is your child, tween, or teen impacted by emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges? Are they experiencing anxiety, grief, body image issues, low self-worth, low mood, and or trauma? Are you feeling like your spirit is broken, you are drowning in a sea of uncertainty, and you don't know what to do? I hear you, I see you and I can help you. I use evidence-based modalities such as Expressive Arts Therapy including Clay Field & Sandtray Therapy to support self-regulation. I will guide your child/ adolescent in exploring their inner world, worries and emotions so they can lead a meaningful life and feel more confident.
Is your child, tween, or teen impacted by emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges? Are they experiencing anxiety, grief, body image issues, low self-worth, low mood, and or trauma? Are you feeling like your spirit is broken, you are drowning in a sea of uncertainty, and you don't know what to do? I hear you, I see you and I can help you. I use evidence-based modalities such as Expressive Arts Therapy including Clay Field & Sandtray Therapy to support self-regulation. I will guide your child/ adolescent in exploring their inner world, worries and emotions so they can lead a meaningful life and feel more confident.
(08) 6493 7139 View (08) 6493 7139
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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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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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Thersia Mostert
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I offer counselling in a safe environment that allows my clients to be reflective about their feelings, thoughts and circumstances. As seasons change, life change, and I meet my clients in their season. I guide them to move at their own pace, providing them with therapeutic tools and strategies to understand and deal with their unique circumstances and situations, with the aim to find insights for a life that brings hope and transformation.
I offer counselling in a safe environment that allows my clients to be reflective about their feelings, thoughts and circumstances. As seasons change, life change, and I meet my clients in their season. I guide them to move at their own pace, providing them with therapeutic tools and strategies to understand and deal with their unique circumstances and situations, with the aim to find insights for a life that brings hope and transformation.
(08) 6171 2357 View (08) 6171 2357
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Best Life Therapy & Mediation
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
People can experience things in different ways. You might relate to some of these issues such as anxiety, PTSD, OCD or panic attacks. You may also relate to issues associated with family conflict, things like family separation which may include feelings of guilt, grief & loss, sadness, and fear, just to name a few. I truly believe that there is no ‘one fits all’ when it comes to therapy. My approach and style is working within a person-centred framework and I strongly value the importance of having a trusting relationship between therapist and client.
People can experience things in different ways. You might relate to some of these issues such as anxiety, PTSD, OCD or panic attacks. You may also relate to issues associated with family conflict, things like family separation which may include feelings of guilt, grief & loss, sadness, and fear, just to name a few. I truly believe that there is no ‘one fits all’ when it comes to therapy. My approach and style is working within a person-centred framework and I strongly value the importance of having a trusting relationship between therapist and client.
(08) 9468 7141 View (08) 9468 7141
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Dragonfly Psychology Perth
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults, as well as people from diverse cultural backgrounds. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgemental and safe therapeutic space for people to explore their personal challenges and concerns and am committed to working collaboratively with them on their journey toward growth and transformation.
I work with individuals and couples across the lifespan, including adolescents and adults, as well as people from diverse cultural backgrounds. I aim to provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgemental and safe therapeutic space for people to explore their personal challenges and concerns and am committed to working collaboratively with them on their journey toward growth and transformation.
(08) 6147 0501 View (08) 6147 0501
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.