Transgender Counselling in Melville, WA
A client who has identified that they want to make lasting, meaningful change to their life is the most important thing to me. A want to be happy and live authentically as yourself. As long as you have made the decision to start the process, we can figure out the rest of it together.
A client who has identified that they want to make lasting, meaningful change to their life is the most important thing to me. A want to be happy and live authentically as yourself. As long as you have made the decision to start the process, we can figure out the rest of it together.
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
I specialise in working with women and LGBTQI+ folk who are wanting support with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and body image concerns. Many of my clients experience stigma and micro-aggressions on a daily basis. Some of the main reasons people choose to see me are because they struggle with feeling 'not good enough', or they have difficulty coping with overwhelming emotions, or they are struggling in a world that doesn't seem to accept them. Some of my clients feel disconnected from themselves and are wanting support to work out who they are. Most of my clients would like to feel safer.
I specialise in working with women and LGBTQI+ folk who are wanting support with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and body image concerns. Many of my clients experience stigma and micro-aggressions on a daily basis. Some of the main reasons people choose to see me are because they struggle with feeling 'not good enough', or they have difficulty coping with overwhelming emotions, or they are struggling in a world that doesn't seem to accept them. Some of my clients feel disconnected from themselves and are wanting support to work out who they are. Most of my clients would like to feel safer.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to providing professional and compassionate care in a warm, supportive environment. I believe mental health support should be accessible, which is why I offer sessions with a low gap fee of just $51.75 (with a Medicare rebate), making ongoing therapy more affordable. Concession rates are available, and a limited number of bulk-billing appointments are offered for those in genuine financial need. English is my main language, but I can understand and speak basic Mandarin and Cantonese. Feel free to request a free 15min phone consult to see if I am a good fit for you.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to providing professional and compassionate care in a warm, supportive environment. I believe mental health support should be accessible, which is why I offer sessions with a low gap fee of just $51.75 (with a Medicare rebate), making ongoing therapy more affordable. Concession rates are available, and a limited number of bulk-billing appointments are offered for those in genuine financial need. English is my main language, but I can understand and speak basic Mandarin and Cantonese. Feel free to request a free 15min phone consult to see if I am a good fit for you.
I have experience working with people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm. I have worked with people who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate to others in the present. I also help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
I have experience working with people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm. I have worked with people who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate to others in the present. I also help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
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Hi, I’m Rhi (they/them), a queer, non-binary accredited social worker and counsellor dedicated to supporting LGBTQA+ young people and adults. With 25+ years of experience, I specialise in mental health, relationships, addiction, disability, experiences of violence, and professional supervision.
I’m available in person at ‘Greenslopes Psychology’ Meanjin/Brisbane, or via video Telehealth. I offer gender, sexual and neurodivergent-affirming counselling using a range of tailored therapeutic approaches. I’m also the founder of an LGBTQA+ martial arts school and apply trauma-informed principles through therapy and movement.
Hi, I’m Rhi (they/them), a queer, non-binary accredited social worker and counsellor dedicated to supporting LGBTQA+ young people and adults. With 25+ years of experience, I specialise in mental health, relationships, addiction, disability, experiences of violence, and professional supervision.
I’m available in person at ‘Greenslopes Psychology’ Meanjin/Brisbane, or via video Telehealth. I offer gender, sexual and neurodivergent-affirming counselling using a range of tailored therapeutic approaches. I’m also the founder of an LGBTQA+ martial arts school and apply trauma-informed principles through therapy and movement.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse. I work with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, and addiction. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, which considers each individual as a whole, encompassing their unique experiences and circumstances. As a narrative therapist, I collaborate with clients to explore their personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding them toward meaningful change and growth.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse. I work with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, and addiction. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, which considers each individual as a whole, encompassing their unique experiences and circumstances. As a narrative therapist, I collaborate with clients to explore their personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding them toward meaningful change and growth.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
As a holistic, relational, gestalt therapist, my approach is grounded in the present moment, non-pathologising, inclusive and trauma-informed. Through the lens of anti-oppressive practice, I prioritise creating a therapeutic space where all the parts of you are considered, held and deeply respected. In sessions, your healing, growth, and increasing self-awareness is what we co-create in this space. I can support you in connecting with your inner experiences to empower you to make meaningful changes in your life and make deeper connections to yourself, others, and the wider environment.
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent registered supervisor, arts therapist, and psychotherapist with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent registered supervisor, arts therapist, and psychotherapist with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or struggling with motivation? Do you have sensitivities that leave you feeling judged by others, or misunderstood? Do you experience stuck patterns of behaviour that effect your ability to feel satisfaction in life and in relationships? Do you feel pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations, which leaves you feeling "othered" and isolated? I see you! You are not alone and you don't have to work this out by yourself. Together we can explore your lived experience and the many ways it impacts your sense of self, worthiness and belonging.
Do you feel overwhelmed, exhausted or struggling with motivation? Do you have sensitivities that leave you feeling judged by others, or misunderstood? Do you experience stuck patterns of behaviour that effect your ability to feel satisfaction in life and in relationships? Do you feel pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations, which leaves you feeling "othered" and isolated? I see you! You are not alone and you don't have to work this out by yourself. Together we can explore your lived experience and the many ways it impacts your sense of self, worthiness and belonging.
Self Inquiry Psychotherapy is an invitation to journey within to get to know and understand the inner workings of ourselves. From here we can live more fully and completely, with introspection and self awareness to create our lives authentically.
Jesse provides integrative psychotherapy that is trauma informed, attachment based and incorporates parts work through internal family systems, and somatic psychotherapy. Jesse's work is influenced by Janina Fisher, Pat Ogden, Richard Schwartz, Bessel van der Kolk, Ron Kurtz, and Stephen Porges.
Trans and gender diverse people along with all people from LGBTIQA+ communities are welcome.
Self Inquiry Psychotherapy is an invitation to journey within to get to know and understand the inner workings of ourselves. From here we can live more fully and completely, with introspection and self awareness to create our lives authentically.
Jesse provides integrative psychotherapy that is trauma informed, attachment based and incorporates parts work through internal family systems, and somatic psychotherapy. Jesse's work is influenced by Janina Fisher, Pat Ogden, Richard Schwartz, Bessel van der Kolk, Ron Kurtz, and Stephen Porges.
Trans and gender diverse people along with all people from LGBTIQA+ communities are welcome.
I enjoy helping people understand their relationships better - with family, friends, partners, and themselves. Supporting people to understand their own needs, feelings, motivations and patterns around them can help them to manage situations more effectively, and feel more at ease with their lives in a new way. Often, this kind of work can be a long term journey, but it doesn't have to be - sometimes just a few sessions is enough to make a valuable shift in a way that wasn't possible before.
I enjoy helping people understand their relationships better - with family, friends, partners, and themselves. Supporting people to understand their own needs, feelings, motivations and patterns around them can help them to manage situations more effectively, and feel more at ease with their lives in a new way. Often, this kind of work can be a long term journey, but it doesn't have to be - sometimes just a few sessions is enough to make a valuable shift in a way that wasn't possible before.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
WA Psychology and Wellness
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Victoria Park, WA 6100
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My practice is LGBTQI+ affirmative. I have a special interest in working with gender identity and I am able to support adolescents & adults exploring their preferred gender identification, including assisting with the transition process. I see people with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety (phobias, social and generalised anxiety), trauma, worry and rumination, men’s health (including sexual health) and relationship difficulties (either individually or as part of couples therapy). Additionally, I work with adolescents and young adults with conduct issues who are in, or at risk of, contact with the justice system.
My practice is LGBTQI+ affirmative. I have a special interest in working with gender identity and I am able to support adolescents & adults exploring their preferred gender identification, including assisting with the transition process. I see people with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety (phobias, social and generalised anxiety), trauma, worry and rumination, men’s health (including sexual health) and relationship difficulties (either individually or as part of couples therapy). Additionally, I work with adolescents and young adults with conduct issues who are in, or at risk of, contact with the justice system.
Hi, I’m Sarah (she/her). I’m an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers. I'm a polyamorous trans woman, and I’ve worked in mental health and counselling for about 10 years. I support adults (usually 18+ years) through individual, family, and relationship counselling. In my practice I use a wide range of counselling approaches and skills, but all of them are grounded in the humanistic values of authenticity, non-judgement, and compassion.
Hi, I’m Sarah (she/her). I’m an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers. I'm a polyamorous trans woman, and I’ve worked in mental health and counselling for about 10 years. I support adults (usually 18+ years) through individual, family, and relationship counselling. In my practice I use a wide range of counselling approaches and skills, but all of them are grounded in the humanistic values of authenticity, non-judgement, and compassion.
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
I am committed to prioritising access to supports for LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities. I holds qualifications as a registered psychologist endorsed in Clinical Psychology and Educational and Developmental Psychology. My practise reflects not just professional expertise, but lived experience in understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities. I provide support to trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
I am committed to prioritising access to supports for LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities. I holds qualifications as a registered psychologist endorsed in Clinical Psychology and Educational and Developmental Psychology. My practise reflects not just professional expertise, but lived experience in understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized communities. I provide support to trans and gender diverse young people and their families.
I’m a queer non-binary trans person, a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with SE International and a master's qualified social worker. I have 20+ years' experience providing casework and advocacy within Community Services (Disability, HIV/AIDS, Youth, AOD, Prison Abolition & LGBTIQA+). I'm also a counsellor in a community health organisation supporting LGBTIQA+ communities. I have a deep interest in complex relational & social, collective trauma and use a somatic approach that includes an awareness of the physiological & emotional impacts of oppressive systems on marginalised people.
I’m a queer non-binary trans person, a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with SE International and a master's qualified social worker. I have 20+ years' experience providing casework and advocacy within Community Services (Disability, HIV/AIDS, Youth, AOD, Prison Abolition & LGBTIQA+). I'm also a counsellor in a community health organisation supporting LGBTIQA+ communities. I have a deep interest in complex relational & social, collective trauma and use a somatic approach that includes an awareness of the physiological & emotional impacts of oppressive systems on marginalised people.
I want to help you overcome the current challenges you are facing. You may be new to counselling and I want to make this a positive experience for you. I am a professional counsellor with lived experience of addiction and mental illness and I bring this knowledge to help you. Additionally, post pandemic, life is very different than it was four years ago and this maybe the reason you are seeking help. You may be unsure of why it is you are feeling the way you do and would like someone to talk to.
I want to help you overcome the current challenges you are facing. You may be new to counselling and I want to make this a positive experience for you. I am a professional counsellor with lived experience of addiction and mental illness and I bring this knowledge to help you. Additionally, post pandemic, life is very different than it was four years ago and this maybe the reason you are seeking help. You may be unsure of why it is you are feeling the way you do and would like someone to talk to.
Nearby Transgender Counsellors Searches for Melville
- Alfred Cove
- Applecross
- Attadale
- Bicton
- Booragoon
- Dalkeith
- East Fremantle
- Fremantle
- Mosman Park
- Mount Pleasant
- Murdoch
- South Fremantle
Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.