Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Wembley Downs, WA

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Daniela Kolundzija
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Helping women navigate all kinds of grief and loss.
Helping women navigate all kinds of grief and loss.
(08) 6245 0301 View (08) 6245 0301
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Dianne Casotti
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You may look like you're coping on the outside, yet feel stuck, reactive, or quietly exhausted on the inside. Perhaps you notice familiar patterns repeating - in relationships, work, or how you treat yourself - and you don't fully understand why. You might want relief, but also depth to make sense of yourself, your emotions, and your history, rather than just managing symptoms. At the heart, you're seeking clarity, steadiness, and a way of living that feels more aligned.
You may look like you're coping on the outside, yet feel stuck, reactive, or quietly exhausted on the inside. Perhaps you notice familiar patterns repeating - in relationships, work, or how you treat yourself - and you don't fully understand why. You might want relief, but also depth to make sense of yourself, your emotions, and your history, rather than just managing symptoms. At the heart, you're seeking clarity, steadiness, and a way of living that feels more aligned.
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Trina Marie Michailidis
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families treating a variety of complex mental health issues including stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression, trauma, AD/HD, autism and women's issues.
Depending on your individual needs I can either see you at home or at my office. Home visits are often useful when dealing with child behaviour problems as it allows me to observe the child in their natural environment I have an area of expertise in working with all aged individuals with AD/HD to manage their challenges and lead successful lives.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples and families treating a variety of complex mental health issues including stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression, trauma, AD/HD, autism and women's issues.
Depending on your individual needs I can either see you at home or at my office. Home visits are often useful when dealing with child behaviour problems as it allows me to observe the child in their natural environment I have an area of expertise in working with all aged individuals with AD/HD to manage their challenges and lead successful lives.
(08) 7078 7655 View (08) 7078 7655
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Kylie Mathieson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Kylie is particularly known for her down-to-earth, non-judgmental style. She works with adults whose confidence and sense of self have been shaken by a life change or by discovering their mind works differently. She helps them feel solid again. Life change may include illness, burnout, relationship strain, career transition, relocation, or adjusting to a diagnosis. Some people seek support when anxiety or low mood begins affecting their functioning. Others are exploring neurodivergence, such as ADHD or autism, as part of understanding long-standing patterns. Kylie tends to think differently and can offer unique perspectives.
Kylie is particularly known for her down-to-earth, non-judgmental style. She works with adults whose confidence and sense of self have been shaken by a life change or by discovering their mind works differently. She helps them feel solid again. Life change may include illness, burnout, relationship strain, career transition, relocation, or adjusting to a diagnosis. Some people seek support when anxiety or low mood begins affecting their functioning. Others are exploring neurodivergence, such as ADHD or autism, as part of understanding long-standing patterns. Kylie tends to think differently and can offer unique perspectives.
(08) 6556 9594 View (08) 6556 9594
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Justine Spencer
Psychologist, MAPS
Online Only
At Wisdom Wellness, my goal is to support you through understanding and interacting with your thoughts, emotions and actions more effectively. My passion lies in assisting you to clarify the values that are truly important to you, moving you towards a more authentic, healthy and meaningful life. My values of authenticity, connection, integrity and wellness flow through all of my services. I will always provide a tailored, client-centred first approach with the utmost care and compassion.
At Wisdom Wellness, my goal is to support you through understanding and interacting with your thoughts, emotions and actions more effectively. My passion lies in assisting you to clarify the values that are truly important to you, moving you towards a more authentic, healthy and meaningful life. My values of authenticity, connection, integrity and wellness flow through all of my services. I will always provide a tailored, client-centred first approach with the utmost care and compassion.
(08) 6490 9177 View (08) 6490 9177

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Dr Sadia Safi
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Gosnells, WA 6110
I am passionate about equipping my clients with the insight, resilience and critical thinking skills required to navigate life’s challenges in a safe and empowering therapeutic space. My professional background spans both medicine and counselling. As a qualified counsellor (Master of Counselling, AQF Level 9), M.A.C.A. Level 2, and a former Medical Doctor (MBBS–PMDC registered (AMC accredited) allowing me to integrate clinical expertise with an in-depth understanding of human psychology and emotional wellbeing. This dual perspective enables me to provide holistic, trauma-informed and evidence-based support to clients of all ages.
I am passionate about equipping my clients with the insight, resilience and critical thinking skills required to navigate life’s challenges in a safe and empowering therapeutic space. My professional background spans both medicine and counselling. As a qualified counsellor (Master of Counselling, AQF Level 9), M.A.C.A. Level 2, and a former Medical Doctor (MBBS–PMDC registered (AMC accredited) allowing me to integrate clinical expertise with an in-depth understanding of human psychology and emotional wellbeing. This dual perspective enables me to provide holistic, trauma-informed and evidence-based support to clients of all ages.
(08) 6171 2249 View (08) 6171 2249
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Karina Joy Schofield
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Swan View, WA 6056
Sometimes another person's ears can help us hear our own voice.
Sometimes another person's ears can help us hear our own voice.
(08) 6171 3797 View (08) 6171 3797
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Maria Crowley
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
An Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with over 20yrs of experience as a therapist, currently working in private practice. Workcover registered, offering Medicare rebates and in the EAP space, for employees and their families. Previous experience includes working for government, with victims of domestic violence and with families on child protection orders. I also have experience working in the community, with refugees, homelessness, youth, families and couples. My practice actively includes working with LGBTQIA+ communities. This has included but is not limited to: bullying/ discrimination, relationship and identity issues.
(07) 2100 4863 View (07) 2100 4863
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Catherine O'Leary -first things first counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am an experienced trauma-&IFS-informed therapist. I work well with people who are ready to do 'the work'. I briefly bring strategies that can be useful to your everyday life initially, relying on modalities such as mindfulness and polyvagal theory, before moving into deeper work based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), if and when the time is right. I assist/guide you to reveal and heal the parts of you that carry thoughts, feelings and behaviours that no longer serve you. It is not always doom and gloom. We work together light-heartedly to safely reveal your unconscious motivations and inner strength, towards lasting healing.
I am an experienced trauma-&IFS-informed therapist. I work well with people who are ready to do 'the work'. I briefly bring strategies that can be useful to your everyday life initially, relying on modalities such as mindfulness and polyvagal theory, before moving into deeper work based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), if and when the time is right. I assist/guide you to reveal and heal the parts of you that carry thoughts, feelings and behaviours that no longer serve you. It is not always doom and gloom. We work together light-heartedly to safely reveal your unconscious motivations and inner strength, towards lasting healing.
(02) 9100 0725 View (02) 9100 0725
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Samantha Strahan
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Midland, WA 6056
Welcome, you look like you’ve got it all together—but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious or unsure of your path. You put others first, say yes when you mean no, and often second-guess yourself. I help you break free from people-pleasing and self-doubt. Through counselling, you’ll build confidence, healthy boundaries and emotional resilience—so you can feel clear, grounded and aligned with your life.
Welcome, you look like you’ve got it all together—but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious or unsure of your path. You put others first, say yes when you mean no, and often second-guess yourself. I help you break free from people-pleasing and self-doubt. Through counselling, you’ll build confidence, healthy boundaries and emotional resilience—so you can feel clear, grounded and aligned with your life.
(08) 9540 0872 View (08) 9540 0872
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Lottie Hitch
Psychologist, PsyBA General
South Perth, WA 6151
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.
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.
(08) 6490 9823 View (08) 6490 9823
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Diane Hanna
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Diane. I've been helping people with their mental health issues for over 20 years, focussing on ADHD, peri-menopause & menopause, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationships, as well as stress, life transitions, and trauma. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach. I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more. I have lived experience as an army veteran and humanitarian aid worker in Iraq. I welcome adults, couples, young people, LGBTQIA+, veterans, students, and seniors.
Hello, I'm Diane. I've been helping people with their mental health issues for over 20 years, focussing on ADHD, peri-menopause & menopause, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, relationships, as well as stress, life transitions, and trauma. I use a compassionate and trauma-informed approach. I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more. I have lived experience as an army veteran and humanitarian aid worker in Iraq. I welcome adults, couples, young people, LGBTQIA+, veterans, students, and seniors.
(07) 3130 0402 View (07) 3130 0402
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Melanie Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Rockingham, WA 6168
Being female can be tough. Periods, pregnancy, perimenopause & menopause, painful sex, hormone issues, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, gender roles, the mental load; it's wild. I've worked with women for many years & am now focused on guiding women through the rollercoaster of perimenopause and menopause - a new stage of hormonal chaos (a second puberty, anyone?). I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, postnatal issues, parenting difficulties, & relationship issues. I also see people with sex and intimacy struggles and gender dysphoria, & am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and kink-aware therapist.
Being female can be tough. Periods, pregnancy, perimenopause & menopause, painful sex, hormone issues, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, gender roles, the mental load; it's wild. I've worked with women for many years & am now focused on guiding women through the rollercoaster of perimenopause and menopause - a new stage of hormonal chaos (a second puberty, anyone?). I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, postnatal issues, parenting difficulties, & relationship issues. I also see people with sex and intimacy struggles and gender dysphoria, & am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and kink-aware therapist.
(08) 6490 9668 View (08) 6490 9668
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Sioban Laffey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I’m a women’s ADHD specialist with 25 years’ experience. I work with women with ADHD or AuDHD who have just learned they have ADHD (diagnosed or self-identified) and are looking for next steps, and those who’ve known for some time and can sense their life isn’t yet aligned with their full potential. My work is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-focused, grounded in research and decades of clinical experience. I bring a strong capacity for pattern recognition, helping you make sense of what’s happening and where change will be most beneficial.
I’m a women’s ADHD specialist with 25 years’ experience. I work with women with ADHD or AuDHD who have just learned they have ADHD (diagnosed or self-identified) and are looking for next steps, and those who’ve known for some time and can sense their life isn’t yet aligned with their full potential. My work is neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-focused, grounded in research and decades of clinical experience. I bring a strong capacity for pattern recognition, helping you make sense of what’s happening and where change will be most beneficial.
0415 257 155 View 0415 257 155
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Toni Jackson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
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.
(08) 9521 4353 View (08) 9521 4353
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Counselling and Wellbeing
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With more than 23 years in the helping professions in the UK and Australia, in various health, education, mental health areas across the lifespan, I'm able to support people with a wide range of presenting issues to support people navigating life's challenges. It can feel like no one gets it sometimes, even those closest to you. Wanting someone to listen to you who really gets it, I truly do and I know how to support you. I provide an opportunity to explore what you're experiencing with compassion focused on guiding you towards health and wellbeing.
With more than 23 years in the helping professions in the UK and Australia, in various health, education, mental health areas across the lifespan, I'm able to support people with a wide range of presenting issues to support people navigating life's challenges. It can feel like no one gets it sometimes, even those closest to you. Wanting someone to listen to you who really gets it, I truly do and I know how to support you. I provide an opportunity to explore what you're experiencing with compassion focused on guiding you towards health and wellbeing.
(08) 6206 8179 View (08) 6206 8179
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Tania Barnett
Verified Verified
Balcatta, WA 6021
I work with teens (16+) and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or disconnected from themselves and their lives. Many of the people I support struggle with perfectionism, burnout, overthinking, self-criticism, people pleasing, or feeling “not good enough.” I also have a special interest in eating disorders, trauma, and neurodivergence. Therapy can be a space to slow down, better understand yourself, build emotional steadiness, and reconnect with the life you want to live.
I work with teens (16+) and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or disconnected from themselves and their lives. Many of the people I support struggle with perfectionism, burnout, overthinking, self-criticism, people pleasing, or feeling “not good enough.” I also have a special interest in eating disorders, trauma, and neurodivergence. Therapy can be a space to slow down, better understand yourself, build emotional steadiness, and reconnect with the life you want to live.
(08) 6493 7614 View (08) 6493 7614
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Katie Feder
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Reconnect with yourself and restore inner steadiness. Create a more balanced way of living—where your energy is steady, your needs matter, and life begins to feel more joyful again. Many women reach a point where the way they’ve been living is no longer sustainable—for their energy, wellbeing, or the life they’re ready to step into. I support women to unwind patterns of overgiving and self-abandonment shaped by trauma, conditioning, or difficult relationships—often leading to burnout. This work builds awareness, self-compassion, and a stronger internal foundation so you can relate to yourself in a way that feels safe and grounded.
Reconnect with yourself and restore inner steadiness. Create a more balanced way of living—where your energy is steady, your needs matter, and life begins to feel more joyful again. Many women reach a point where the way they’ve been living is no longer sustainable—for their energy, wellbeing, or the life they’re ready to step into. I support women to unwind patterns of overgiving and self-abandonment shaped by trauma, conditioning, or difficult relationships—often leading to burnout. This work builds awareness, self-compassion, and a stronger internal foundation so you can relate to yourself in a way that feels safe and grounded.
(02) 3820 5962 View (02) 3820 5962
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Brenda Downing
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
1 Endorsed
South Fremantle, WA 6162
Are you struggling to make sense of past or current experiences? Are you wanting to lead a calmer, more satisfying, empowered and relational life? Is trauma part of your story? I have an interest in and deep understanding of the far-reaching and often complex psychological and bodily ramifications of trauma, especially those associated with sexual and domestic violence, which may include anxiety, depression, loss of identity, and feelings of low self-worth. Individualised sessions provide a safe, non-judgemental environment for women of all ages to explore issues, develop greater self-knowledge, and make positive life changes.
Are you struggling to make sense of past or current experiences? Are you wanting to lead a calmer, more satisfying, empowered and relational life? Is trauma part of your story? I have an interest in and deep understanding of the far-reaching and often complex psychological and bodily ramifications of trauma, especially those associated with sexual and domestic violence, which may include anxiety, depression, loss of identity, and feelings of low self-worth. Individualised sessions provide a safe, non-judgemental environment for women of all ages to explore issues, develop greater self-knowledge, and make positive life changes.
(08) 7701 9511 View (08) 7701 9511
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Jesica Lule
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
(07) 2100 4449 View (07) 2100 4449
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.