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Yinru Ma

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Milperra, NSW 2214
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I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, life transitions, and identity-related concerns. Together, we create a safe space to explore difficult emotions, build self-understanding, strengthen coping skills, and move toward greater confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.
My approach is warm, holding and client-centred. Through a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, I help clients explore their experiences, gain insight into patterns that may be holding them back, strengthen their emotional wellbeing, and move toward a more meaningful and balanced life.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and it is not always easy to carry life's challenges on your own. I believe that healing and growth happen within a safe and trusting relationship. My role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion, and respect as you make sense of your experiences and move toward the life you want to create. I'll be here.
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My Practice at a Glance

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Lotus Counselling

Milperra, NSW 2214

I focus on Self Esteem, Anxiety and Family Conflict 
$90 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Lotus Counselling

Milperra, NSW 2214

I focus on Self Esteem, Anxiety and Family Conflict 
$90 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $90
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa
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I am a private-fee practitioner and do not offer Medicare rebates or private health insurance claims. Full payment is required at the time of the session. Reduced fees may be available for students or those experiencing financial hardship; please enquire if needed.
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I am a private-fee practitioner and do not offer Medicare rebates or private health insurance claims. Full payment is required at the time of the session. Reduced fees may be available for students or those experiencing financial hardship; please enquire if needed.
Photo of Yinru Ma, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Yinru Ma
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Master of Counsellor , Master , Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from International Psychotherapy Institute Psychoanalytic Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy / 2026
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Self Esteem
  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict

Practice Areas

  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Stress
  • Teen Violence
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Women's Issues
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Mandarin

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centred
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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My approach is warm, supportive, and client-centred. I draw from psychodynamic, attachment-informed, and trauma-informed perspectives to help clients better understand themselves and navigate life's challenges. Together, we explore thoughts, emotions, relationships, and experiences while developing practical strategies to support wellbeing, resilience, and meaningful change.
Photo of Yinru Ma, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
My approach is warm, supportive, and client-centred. I draw from psychodynamic, attachment-informed, and trauma-informed perspectives to help clients better understand themselves and navigate life's challenges. Together, we explore thoughts, emotions, relationships, and experiences while developing practical strategies to support wellbeing, resilience, and meaningful change.
Photo of Yinru Ma, Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Lotus Counselling

Milperra, NSW 2214

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
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Yinru Ma
Counsellor, MC, PACFA