Counselling in Como, WA

Jay works with adults to overcome traumatic stress. Emerging trauma literature suggests that traumatic stress underpins most mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and borderline personality. Those living with traumatic stress typically feel numb, disconnected, afraid, alone, empty, and unsafe. They are often confused about why they feel bad and frequently ask, “what's wrong with me?” They can be disconnected from themselves, their loved ones, or the world around them, and they often have an addiction they use to reduce their pain. Ultimately, they want to feel safe, but this can feel unobtainable.

Melissa has worked in the health care industry for over 20 years, first as a registered nurse and now as a registered psychologist. She is a caring and authentic therapist who enjoys interacting with people and providing guidance and support. Melissa is the Principal Psychologist at Collaborative Counselling Centre and offers psychological and counselling services to those who may be experiencing personal, relationship or family problems.

I work with individuals, families, teams or organisations who are experiencing any number of challenges related to mental, emotional and behavioural health and well-being.

Are you experiencing a general feeling of unhappiness in your life? Do you often feel anxious, stressed or tense? Perhaps you’re experiencing persistent low moods and sadness. Or, maybe you’re not getting along with someone important to you. These issues can be hard to live with. How can I help? Talking to a skilled therapist is a helpful way to address, manage, and better understand your struggles. My approach is warm and respectful, and I offer you a confidential and non-judgemental space to support you through whatever difficulties you may be experiencing.

Lottie’s approach to therapy centres on the motto that “nothing changes, if nothing changes”. She works with her clients to identify and implement small achievable changes in their lifestyle to improve their overall wellbeing and health. Lottie enjoys working collaboratively with others and endeavours to create a non-judgemental environment for clients to explore their personal and therapeutic goals. She incorporates her passion and background as a Teacher into the therapeutic space by advocating the importance of educating clients on the intricacies of mental health and exploring personalised strategies to overcome adversity.

Denise is a registered and endorsed Counselling Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency. She has been counselling for over 10 years and works with adults and couples. She draws from a number of evidence based therapies, depending on the needs of the client. Denise holds a client centered approach to therapy, she feels that it is important that within therapy a person feel understood, empowered and safe.

Cherry Tree Counselling is a small, private and supportive service for children and adolescents in South Perth. My passion is to support children and adolescents with anxiety, emotional regulation and friendship skills. Having gained a Masters of Counselling from Monash University, a BA (Hons) in Education and a Post Graduate teaching degree, I am able to tailor sessions to your child's individual needs.

Life is full of adversity. This can sometimes leave us feeling anxious, lost, alone and unsure of how to move forward. These feelings can be overwhelming and cause us to turn inward. However, this only further compounds the problem.

I have 10 years experience and have worked in both the private and not for profit sector. I take the time to ensure every client feels comfortable about engaging in counselling and has a clear understanding of what they can expect from the sessions, and from myself as their therapist. I ensure that we work to not only reduce symptoms but also look at underlying causes that will prevent symptoms from reoccurring. I work from a client-centred approach and therefore it is important the client feels in control of the sessions and are working at their own pace.

I have over 15 years clinical experience, 9 years in private practice, with extensive clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and groups. My approach encompasses working with how a person thinks, feels and how they experience life in their body. I work alongside clients to encourage awareness, deeper understanding, growth, resilience and change in a confidential, supportive and safe environment. My training and experience in different counselling and psychotherapy approaches and modalities enables me to individually tailor the way I work, to meet the needs of a client.

Sam is a provisional psychologist motivated to help and work with people through all phases and walks of life. She aims to create a safe and supportive environment to work through difficulties collaboratively. Through this supportive and collaborative approach, Sam aims to together understand the processes behind what is going on for you and work towards goals that are important to you. Sam works with both adults and children individually, as well as couples, families, and groups, believing in individualised and tailored treatment. She works in multiple modalities and always aims to further develop her skills and treatment areas.

Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.

I am a psychologist with over 20 years’ experience and enjoy working with both adults and adolescents. If you are struggling with your emotions, suffer from anxiety or depression, or having trouble coping, then I may be able to help. Reaching out for support is not always easy. So I offer a warm, caring and client-centred approach to ensure that we work as a team and address your needs and goals. Whether you need help with regulating your emotions, managing stress, building self-esteem, minimising anxiety or improving mood, I am confident I can assist you on your journey.

Working with people across the lifespan, from children through to adults and older persons, I can provide a unique contribution to the mental health space in a holistic approach. The advanced training that is expected to maintain AMHSW status prepares and provides me with the skills to work with people with very complex presentations and co-morbidities.• Depression • Anxiety related disorders including phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Workplace issues • Grief and Loss • Parenting • Disability • Personality Disorders • Domestic Violence and aggression • School related

Courtney has experience with a variety of presenting concerns including depression, anxiety disorders, interpersonal difficulties, low self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, stress and anger management and emotional regulation difficulties. Courtney adopts a person-centred approach with a focus on the therapeutic alliance to foster a safe space to support the client to share and explore their presenting concerns. She also works from a strengths-based, values approach to support the client to move towards living a more meaningful life.

“Be patient with yourself. Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no greater investment.” – Stephen Covey. Having journeyed through her own experiences of harm and trauma, Wendy has learned the crucial value of safety and respect within the therapeutic relationship. She recognises the courage of her clients in choosing to face their pain, and honours them with dignity and a sense of empowerment within the sacred places they want to explore. The path is not always easy to navigate, but Wendy is committed to walking alongside her clients with gentleness, patience, and compassion.

Exploring Minds Psychology specialises in psychological assessment for children and adolescents. We offer assessments for Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs) in Reading and Writing (Dyslexia/ Dysgraphia), ADHD, Intellectual Giftedness, general cognitive and educational assessment, and Language Development Centre referrals.

I have over 10 years' experience a Registered Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency, and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. I work as a client centered Psychologist who aims to build a safe space where clients can strive for improved well being. I work with adults, couples and adolescents.

“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults & adolescents to discover and tap into their internal and external resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover eligible to claim session rebates.