Female Counselling in Subiaco, WA

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Amber Zahra
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Welcome and congratulations, you have taken the first step towards a better mental well-being. It is not easy to choose the right counsellor, with whom you are comfortable to share your life's significant events, I acknowledge. I am Amber, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counsellor's Association. I believe in respect, positive regard and genuine care for my clients privacy and confidentiality in Counselling. My ARHG provider number is: AC20476T
Welcome and congratulations, you have taken the first step towards a better mental well-being. It is not easy to choose the right counsellor, with whom you are comfortable to share your life's significant events, I acknowledge. I am Amber, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counsellor's Association. I believe in respect, positive regard and genuine care for my clients privacy and confidentiality in Counselling. My ARHG provider number is: AC20476T
(08) 6493 7200 View (08) 6493 7200
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Kylie Mathieson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
Kylie is well known for her holistic, down-to-earth and non-judgemental style. She has worked with clients across the developmental spectrum, using evidence-based approaches to support those impacted by anxiety, depression, mood fluctuations, autism, and ADHD. She also enjoys supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Kylie has particular interests in helping individuals navigate difficult life transitions, adapt following diagnosis/illness, manage professional pressures; improve performance, and embed healthy lifestyle habits (e.g. movement, mindful awareness, sleep). Kylie has further qualifications in fitness and executive coaching.
Kylie is well known for her holistic, down-to-earth and non-judgemental style. She has worked with clients across the developmental spectrum, using evidence-based approaches to support those impacted by anxiety, depression, mood fluctuations, autism, and ADHD. She also enjoys supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Kylie has particular interests in helping individuals navigate difficult life transitions, adapt following diagnosis/illness, manage professional pressures; improve performance, and embed healthy lifestyle habits (e.g. movement, mindful awareness, sleep). Kylie has further qualifications in fitness and executive coaching.
(08) 6556 9594 View (08) 6556 9594
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Michelle Saleeba
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
At the heart of my practice is a genuine commitment to helping people create meaningful lives, develop practical coping strategies, and rediscover balance and well-being. Offering a personalised blend of practical tools and emotional exploration, emphasising personal accountability and collaboration to achieve meaningful growth. I have a special interest in the effective integration of psychology and art and creative interventions for groups and individuals. Close family ties to service life mean I value providing support to uniformed personnel and their families.
At the heart of my practice is a genuine commitment to helping people create meaningful lives, develop practical coping strategies, and rediscover balance and well-being. Offering a personalised blend of practical tools and emotional exploration, emphasising personal accountability and collaboration to achieve meaningful growth. I have a special interest in the effective integration of psychology and art and creative interventions for groups and individuals. Close family ties to service life mean I value providing support to uniformed personnel and their families.
(08) 6206 8034 View (08) 6206 8034
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Julie Sparrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Life can be hard and it takes courage to seek help and work for change. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, and provide a safe, confidential space to support you with current challenges. I have significant experience working with people affected by cancer and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, loneliness, relationship and family challenges, and grief. I have considerable cross-cultural experience, both in Australia and overseas, and really enjoy working with people from different backgrounds.
Life can be hard and it takes courage to seek help and work for change. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, and provide a safe, confidential space to support you with current challenges. I have significant experience working with people affected by cancer and chronic illness, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, loneliness, relationship and family challenges, and grief. I have considerable cross-cultural experience, both in Australia and overseas, and really enjoy working with people from different backgrounds.
(08) 6490 9072 View (08) 6490 9072
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We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
(08) 6493 7950 View (08) 6493 7950
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Andrea Sowden
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Subiaco, WA 6008
I take care to create a friendly, welcoming and culturally-safe space where clients feel respected and heard. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic - and I am committed to helping people on their path to emotional well-being. I hold authenticity and autonomy in high regard. What is talked about in the counselling room is treated professionally with respect, dignity and confidentiality. I work within a trauma informed framework, incorporating integrative therapeutic interventions and evidence based therapies.
I take care to create a friendly, welcoming and culturally-safe space where clients feel respected and heard. My approach is non-judgmental, compassionate and empathetic - and I am committed to helping people on their path to emotional well-being. I hold authenticity and autonomy in high regard. What is talked about in the counselling room is treated professionally with respect, dignity and confidentiality. I work within a trauma informed framework, incorporating integrative therapeutic interventions and evidence based therapies.
(08) 6171 3469 View (08) 6171 3469
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Alessandra Traverso Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Subiaco, WA 6008
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in trauma across the lifespan, having worked with key agencies in WA. I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health. My expertise extends to child and adolescent mental health and child protection. I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
With 23 years of experience, I specialize in trauma across the lifespan, having worked with key agencies in WA. I support clients impacted by sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse (CSA) in children as young as five, and perinatal mental health. My expertise extends to child and adolescent mental health and child protection. I am trained in advanced EMDR for both adults and children, the Neuro-sequential Model of Therapeutics, and integrate concepts from Internal Family Systems, Circle of Security, and Play Therapy to provide holistic, and compassionate care.
(08) 6171 2236 View (08) 6171 2236
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Emma McLarty Counselling and Wellbeing
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Subiaco, WA 6008
I’m a qualified counsellor with a Bachelor of Counselling from Notre Dame University and a certified clinical supervisor. I work with both individuals and couples, focusing on creating a safe and respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. Together, we explore challenges, identify strengths and develop tools that promote lasting personal growth and healthier relationships. I support clients in finding clarity and confidence so they can manage the demands of modern life with greater ease.
I’m a qualified counsellor with a Bachelor of Counselling from Notre Dame University and a certified clinical supervisor. I work with both individuals and couples, focusing on creating a safe and respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. Together, we explore challenges, identify strengths and develop tools that promote lasting personal growth and healthier relationships. I support clients in finding clarity and confidence so they can manage the demands of modern life with greater ease.
(08) 6206 8981 View (08) 6206 8981
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Sophie Sunderland
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Subiaco, WA 6008
Dr Sophie Sunderland is a psychotherapist and counsellor working with individuals and couples. She uses an integrative, evidence-based approach that supports clients to make genuine, lasting change. Sophie has a warm and engaging manner that is attentive to the individual needs of clients. She integrates psychodynamic, relational, and attachment-based modalities, and recognises the importance of the mind-body in healing and recovery.
Dr Sophie Sunderland is a psychotherapist and counsellor working with individuals and couples. She uses an integrative, evidence-based approach that supports clients to make genuine, lasting change. Sophie has a warm and engaging manner that is attentive to the individual needs of clients. She integrates psychodynamic, relational, and attachment-based modalities, and recognises the importance of the mind-body in healing and recovery.
(08) 6171 3269 View (08) 6171 3269
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Joanne Lee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
0420 476 871 View 0420 476 871
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Tarryn Lara Scher
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults.
(08) 6493 7795 View (08) 6493 7795
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Rebecca Cooper
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Rebecca is a psychologist registered under the Australian Health Practitioner's Agency (AHPRA). Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a Masters of Applied Psychology (Professional), and a Master of Clinical Psychology (Post-Registration). Rebecca works with teens and adults from many walks of life who may come in with a wide range of difficulties. Whether you have seen a psychologist before or you are opening up for the first time, she wants to do her best by you.
Rebecca is a psychologist registered under the Australian Health Practitioner's Agency (AHPRA). Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a Masters of Applied Psychology (Professional), and a Master of Clinical Psychology (Post-Registration). Rebecca works with teens and adults from many walks of life who may come in with a wide range of difficulties. Whether you have seen a psychologist before or you are opening up for the first time, she wants to do her best by you.
(08) 6490 9272 View (08) 6490 9272
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Tenille Zekas
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
Tenille Zekas is a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. Her diverse background spans public, private, and community settings, allowing her to approach each client with a broad, well-rounded perspective on mental health and emotional well-being. Tenille is passionate about helping clients engage in their lives authentically, with purpose, and a strong sense of self. In her work, she creates a warm and intuitive space where individuals and couples feel empowered to embrace their vulnerabilities and explore personal growth.
Tenille Zekas is a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges. Her diverse background spans public, private, and community settings, allowing her to approach each client with a broad, well-rounded perspective on mental health and emotional well-being. Tenille is passionate about helping clients engage in their lives authentically, with purpose, and a strong sense of self. In her work, she creates a warm and intuitive space where individuals and couples feel empowered to embrace their vulnerabilities and explore personal growth.
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Mindy Simpson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
Do you feel like you are not living the life you imagined, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with day to day stressors and not even close to reaching your potential? Do you suffer from anxiety and negative thinking patterns which take you away from the life you want to lead? Do you feel like there's something holding you back from performing at your best? Imagine you could wake up and you had learnt to live with your fear, anxiety, stress and life's struggles and they weren't holding you back anymore and you were able to thrive. Wouldn't that be great!
Do you feel like you are not living the life you imagined, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with day to day stressors and not even close to reaching your potential? Do you suffer from anxiety and negative thinking patterns which take you away from the life you want to lead? Do you feel like there's something holding you back from performing at your best? Imagine you could wake up and you had learnt to live with your fear, anxiety, stress and life's struggles and they weren't holding you back anymore and you were able to thrive. Wouldn't that be great!
(08) 7079 5665 View (08) 7079 5665
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Sara Mazzucchi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
With over 6 years of experience, I support individuals, teens, and couples facing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I help couples improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and deepen emotional connection. My approach is empathetic and tailored to each unique journey, creating a safe space to explore emotions, build insight, and develop practical coping strategies.
With over 6 years of experience, I support individuals, teens, and couples facing anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I help couples improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and deepen emotional connection. My approach is empathetic and tailored to each unique journey, creating a safe space to explore emotions, build insight, and develop practical coping strategies.
(08) 6493 7672 View (08) 6493 7672
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Sarah Ramunno
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Subiaco, WA 6008
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
(08) 6490 9815 View (08) 6490 9815
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Melissa Harris
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
Melissa supports clients who are experiencing relationship problems (family, work, or personal) including domestic violence, partner with addiction issues, and partners with narcissistic traits. Melissa is a credentialed eating disorder clinician and works together with your GP (medical monitoring) and dietitian (nutritional intervention) to provide comprehensive care. She supports clients with acute and chronic health concerns. Melissa is a wife and mother and can help with the often challenging adjustment of becoming a parent. She has first-hand experience navigating the complexities of blended families.
Melissa supports clients who are experiencing relationship problems (family, work, or personal) including domestic violence, partner with addiction issues, and partners with narcissistic traits. Melissa is a credentialed eating disorder clinician and works together with your GP (medical monitoring) and dietitian (nutritional intervention) to provide comprehensive care. She supports clients with acute and chronic health concerns. Melissa is a wife and mother and can help with the often challenging adjustment of becoming a parent. She has first-hand experience navigating the complexities of blended families.
(08) 6333 0748 View (08) 6333 0748
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Emma Dawn Bell
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Subiaco, WA 6008
Emma provides a compassionate and supportive space for personal growth, helping clients navigate life’s challenges and thrive. With experience in both the private and education sectors, she uses an integrated approach combining interpersonal, cognitive, and behavioral strategies. Emma is committed to building strong support networks with individuals and families. She adopts a neuro-affirming approach, celebrating diverse cognitive styles and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and understood on their mental health journey.
Emma provides a compassionate and supportive space for personal growth, helping clients navigate life’s challenges and thrive. With experience in both the private and education sectors, she uses an integrated approach combining interpersonal, cognitive, and behavioral strategies. Emma is committed to building strong support networks with individuals and families. She adopts a neuro-affirming approach, celebrating diverse cognitive styles and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and understood on their mental health journey.
(08) 6171 3216 View (08) 6171 3216
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Natalie Fairclough
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Natalie is a Senior Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience in adult community mental health services. She specialises in individual therapy in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, character disorders, grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties, family relationship difficulties, difficult childhood experiences, and relationship and marital difficulties. Natalie has helped people to overcome troubling symptoms, resolve traumas and losses in life, and more successfully deal with the challenges that life brings along the way. Waitlist status: Currently Accepting New Referrals. Online (Zoom) Only
Natalie is a Senior Clinical Psychologist and psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience in adult community mental health services. She specialises in individual therapy in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, character disorders, grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties, family relationship difficulties, difficult childhood experiences, and relationship and marital difficulties. Natalie has helped people to overcome troubling symptoms, resolve traumas and losses in life, and more successfully deal with the challenges that life brings along the way. Waitlist status: Currently Accepting New Referrals. Online (Zoom) Only
(08) 6490 9101 View (08) 6490 9101
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Briony Lee
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Subiaco, WA 6008
I have always had a strong passion for assisting people through life’s many transitions. Whether you’re adapting to early adulthood, struggling with marriage or divorce, coming to terms with early parenthood, dealing with middle age or experiencing grief and loss, having effective strategies and support in place is vital to navigating your way through life’s many changes.
I have always had a strong passion for assisting people through life’s many transitions. Whether you’re adapting to early adulthood, struggling with marriage or divorce, coming to terms with early parenthood, dealing with middle age or experiencing grief and loss, having effective strategies and support in place is vital to navigating your way through life’s many changes.
(08) 6490 9469 View (08) 6490 9469
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.