Lesbian Psychologists and Therapists in West Leederville, WA
Hello, I’m Sarah — I am an affirming counsellor passionate about supporting people to feel safe, seen, and valued for who they truly are.
I specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ clients, with a particular focus on supporting trans and gender diverse people, as well as family members navigating their own journeys of understanding and connection. My approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, meaning we move at your pace, with respect for your story, your strengths, and your choices.
Hello, I’m Sarah — I am an affirming counsellor passionate about supporting people to feel safe, seen, and valued for who they truly are.
I specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ clients, with a particular focus on supporting trans and gender diverse people, as well as family members navigating their own journeys of understanding and connection. My approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, meaning we move at your pace, with respect for your story, your strengths, and your choices.
Family and Child Therapist Family /Social Worker
Kylie is a experienced and skilled reportable and non reportable family and child therapist, regularly appointed to the Family Court. She also regularly engages in child therapy and reunification therapy between parents and their children.
Kylie has over 30 years of experience working with families, individuals, couples and children/young people in a variety of settings. She has extensive experience in the family court setting, child protection and health services.
Kylie also has extensive experience supporting parents in achieving positive co-parenting arrangements.
Family and Child Therapist Family /Social Worker
Kylie is a experienced and skilled reportable and non reportable family and child therapist, regularly appointed to the Family Court. She also regularly engages in child therapy and reunification therapy between parents and their children.
Kylie has over 30 years of experience working with families, individuals, couples and children/young people in a variety of settings. She has extensive experience in the family court setting, child protection and health services.
Kylie also has extensive experience supporting parents in achieving positive co-parenting arrangements.
At Precision Mind Psychology, I provide psychological services under Medicare, NDIS, Workers’ Compensation, ICWA, insurance and private funding.
I work with adolescents, adults and families experiencing anxiety, ADHD, behavioural concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood, struggling to manage emotions, relationships, school or work. My approach is warm, collaborative and evidence-based, focusing on helping you better understand yourself, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.
At Precision Mind Psychology, I provide psychological services under Medicare, NDIS, Workers’ Compensation, ICWA, insurance and private funding.
I work with adolescents, adults and families experiencing anxiety, ADHD, behavioural concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood, struggling to manage emotions, relationships, school or work. My approach is warm, collaborative and evidence-based, focusing on helping you better understand yourself, build practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, and have experience working with clients across the lifespan. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults to help them in understanding themselves and others. Deciding to access counselling is often a big decision and it can take a while to find a psychologist that you feel safe, comfortable and at ease with, someone "who really gets you" so to speak. I am able to work with clients who are experiencing mild to acute mental health issues and have experience working in a more acute inpatient setting.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist, and have experience working with clients across the lifespan. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults to help them in understanding themselves and others. Deciding to access counselling is often a big decision and it can take a while to find a psychologist that you feel safe, comfortable and at ease with, someone "who really gets you" so to speak. I am able to work with clients who are experiencing mild to acute mental health issues and have experience working in a more acute inpatient setting.
I pride myself on being on of the few psychologists who will help you investigate the underlying processes behind your difficulties. If you're prepared to commit to the therapeutic process to create meaningful change, then I hope you will contact me. Achieving sustainable change is not quick process, so if you're in need of immediate tools to alleviate symptoms in the short-term, I encourage you find one of the great professionals who offer more of that service. On the other hand, if you feel there are unconscious processes that you're ready to explore, my psychoanalytic approach might suit you more.
I pride myself on being on of the few psychologists who will help you investigate the underlying processes behind your difficulties. If you're prepared to commit to the therapeutic process to create meaningful change, then I hope you will contact me. Achieving sustainable change is not quick process, so if you're in need of immediate tools to alleviate symptoms in the short-term, I encourage you find one of the great professionals who offer more of that service. On the other hand, if you feel there are unconscious processes that you're ready to explore, my psychoanalytic approach might suit you more.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
Sabinne has been leading hundreds of people in their paths of self-transformation. There has been a huge impact in these people’s lives. She has helped them to successfully overcome depression, anxiety disorders, panic, trauma (including PTSD), relationship challenges, loss and grief, suicidal ideation and self-harm, parenting conflicts, stress, eating disorders, addictions, bullying, self-esteem issues, insomnia and also assisted them with their self-awareness. During these years she has worked with all age groups, with people from different backgrounds and also in the disability field. She works with Psychotherapy and Coaching.
Sabinne has been leading hundreds of people in their paths of self-transformation. There has been a huge impact in these people’s lives. She has helped them to successfully overcome depression, anxiety disorders, panic, trauma (including PTSD), relationship challenges, loss and grief, suicidal ideation and self-harm, parenting conflicts, stress, eating disorders, addictions, bullying, self-esteem issues, insomnia and also assisted them with their self-awareness. During these years she has worked with all age groups, with people from different backgrounds and also in the disability field. She works with Psychotherapy and Coaching.
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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.
Hi! I'm Olivia. I’m glad my profile found its way to you. At the heart of my work is a deep belief in the importance of healthy, authentic, and safe relationships. Life’s challenges can sometimes disconnect us from ourselves, affecting every part of our lives. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can explore and heal, helping you reconnect with yourself- an essential foundation for all relationships.
Hi! I'm Olivia. I’m glad my profile found its way to you. At the heart of my work is a deep belief in the importance of healthy, authentic, and safe relationships. Life’s challenges can sometimes disconnect us from ourselves, affecting every part of our lives. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can explore and heal, helping you reconnect with yourself- an essential foundation for all relationships.
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.
Hi, I’m Helen. Experienced and highly trained Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, working creatively and compassionately. Specialised to work with children, teenagers and young adults. Working short term and long term. Using aspects of Psychotherapy and Counselling. An integrative therapist, using various approaches in my work, depending on what you want or need to bring. With experience working in a variety of areas, my main interest areas are relationship/peer/social, school/work issues, identity, lgbtqia+, neurodiversity, life transitions, traumatic life experiences. Based mostly in South Fremantle and some limited spaces in Baldivis.
Hi, I’m Helen. Experienced and highly trained Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, working creatively and compassionately. Specialised to work with children, teenagers and young adults. Working short term and long term. Using aspects of Psychotherapy and Counselling. An integrative therapist, using various approaches in my work, depending on what you want or need to bring. With experience working in a variety of areas, my main interest areas are relationship/peer/social, school/work issues, identity, lgbtqia+, neurodiversity, life transitions, traumatic life experiences. Based mostly in South Fremantle and some limited spaces in Baldivis.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
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.
The decision to start therapy can be a little overwhelming. I respect your decision to come to therapy and will work with you to make the process as easy and as smooth as possible. I am passionate about providing therapy that is person-centered, compassionate, empathetic, and holistic. I tailor my interventions to each individual’s needs and draw from a range of modalities. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space that allows room for the exploration of difficult thoughts, feelings, and events. I pride myself on being an empathetic listener and have been known to sprinkle some humour into sessions where appropriate.
The decision to start therapy can be a little overwhelming. I respect your decision to come to therapy and will work with you to make the process as easy and as smooth as possible. I am passionate about providing therapy that is person-centered, compassionate, empathetic, and holistic. I tailor my interventions to each individual’s needs and draw from a range of modalities. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space that allows room for the exploration of difficult thoughts, feelings, and events. I pride myself on being an empathetic listener and have been known to sprinkle some humour into sessions where appropriate.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist and consultant specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, 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 to explore personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding individuals toward meaningful change and growth.
Hello, my name is Emma, and I am an LGBTQIA+ therapist and consultant specialising in mental health and addiction support. My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, 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 to explore personal stories and identify behavioral patterns, guiding individuals toward meaningful change and growth.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need some help, consider the positive benefits of counselling. Here are some reasons for taking that next step... Counselling provides you with emotional support, and research shows that professional help can make a big difference. Through counselling you can learn to better manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships and promote personal growth. Overall counselling can help manage life transitions better.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need some help, consider the positive benefits of counselling. Here are some reasons for taking that next step... Counselling provides you with emotional support, and research shows that professional help can make a big difference. Through counselling you can learn to better manage stress and anxiety, improve relationships and promote personal growth. Overall counselling can help manage life transitions better.
My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
Maybe food, your body, or your sense of who you are has started to feel like too much, and you're tired of advice that was never really built for you. At Body Belonging, there's a seat kept for the whole of you: eating, body image, identity, neurodivergence, culture and all.
You might be living with food fear, body checking, shame, anxiety, ADHD, trauma or relationship stress, or you might just not know where to begin. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to leave any of it at the door. You can bring your whole story to the table, and we'll make room for it.
Maybe food, your body, or your sense of who you are has started to feel like too much, and you're tired of advice that was never really built for you. At Body Belonging, there's a seat kept for the whole of you: eating, body image, identity, neurodivergence, culture and all.
You might be living with food fear, body checking, shame, anxiety, ADHD, trauma or relationship stress, or you might just not know where to begin. Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to leave any of it at the door. You can bring your whole story to the table, and we'll make room for it.
I’m a registered psychologist passionate about creating a warm, authentic, and non-judgmental space where people feel safe to explore what sits beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice while remaining deeply human, relational, and client-led.
I’m a registered psychologist passionate about creating a warm, authentic, and non-judgmental space where people feel safe to explore what sits beneath the surface. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice while remaining deeply human, relational, and client-led.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.