Counselling in Subiaco, WA
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I have over fifteen years experience working in private practice. I am committed to creating a warm and safe place for clients to explore themselves, improve their well-being and make meaningful changes in their lives. I work with adults (individuals & couples) presenting with a wide range of clinical problems including sexual difficulties, women's health issues (e.g. fertility issues/pelvic pain), depression, anxiety disorders, stress and work problems, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, disordered eating, and interpersonal issues. I use a collaborative approach tailored to meet each client's needs, goals and presentation.
I have over fifteen years experience working in private practice. I am committed to creating a warm and safe place for clients to explore themselves, improve their well-being and make meaningful changes in their lives. I work with adults (individuals & couples) presenting with a wide range of clinical problems including sexual difficulties, women's health issues (e.g. fertility issues/pelvic pain), depression, anxiety disorders, stress and work problems, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, disordered eating, and interpersonal issues. I use a collaborative approach tailored to meet each client's needs, goals and presentation.
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Life can throw many difficult and challenging experiences at us all. In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients who have experienced traumatic events, complex histories, life transitions and adjustments, complex pain, and major health and medical challenges. Building ways of coping, learning strategies for dealing with life when it gets overwhelming, healing wounds from traumatic past events and finding positive ways of moving forward through the use of evidence based treatment techniques is my focus as a therapist.
Life can throw many difficult and challenging experiences at us all. In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients who have experienced traumatic events, complex histories, life transitions and adjustments, complex pain, and major health and medical challenges. Building ways of coping, learning strategies for dealing with life when it gets overwhelming, healing wounds from traumatic past events and finding positive ways of moving forward through the use of evidence based treatment techniques is my focus as a therapist.
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At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults under 30 years of age.
At Exploring Minds Psychology we are passionate about providing services to support children, adolescents (and their families), and adults under 30 years of age.
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I work with clients across the lifespan in the assessment and treatment of psychological concerns, exploring their origins and the self-limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours that often keep clients stuck, while building a capacity to experience and feel emotion as pathway to healing.
I work with clients across the lifespan in the assessment and treatment of psychological concerns, exploring their origins and the self-limiting beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviours that often keep clients stuck, while building a capacity to experience and feel emotion as pathway to healing.
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Toni has seven years of experience working as a counsellor in the youth and young adult sector, addressing a wide range of individual mental health care needs, including anxiety, depression, issues related to neurodiversity and gender diversity, school/work/study related difficulties, relationship issues, suicidal risk intervention, self harm and trauma, with a special interest in grief, bereavement, ADHD and complex presentations. Toni takes a person- centred, trauma informed stance and values the importance of establishing a strong therapeutic relationship with clients of all ages.
Toni has seven years of experience working as a counsellor in the youth and young adult sector, addressing a wide range of individual mental health care needs, including anxiety, depression, issues related to neurodiversity and gender diversity, school/work/study related difficulties, relationship issues, suicidal risk intervention, self harm and trauma, with a special interest in grief, bereavement, ADHD and complex presentations. Toni takes a person- centred, trauma informed stance and values the importance of establishing a strong therapeutic relationship with clients of all ages.
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Wendy feels privileged to work with adults and older adults to navigate disruption in psychological wellness and life transitions across domains such as relationships, parenthood, career, health, illness, loss and ageing, as well as difficult relationships with food and eating and childhood trauma. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in health care, Wendy has particular interest in health - related psychology including preparing, adjusting and rehabilitation from illness, injury, and surgical procedures and supporting clients living with chronic health conditions and those in caregiving roles.
Wendy feels privileged to work with adults and older adults to navigate disruption in psychological wellness and life transitions across domains such as relationships, parenthood, career, health, illness, loss and ageing, as well as difficult relationships with food and eating and childhood trauma. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in health care, Wendy has particular interest in health - related psychology including preparing, adjusting and rehabilitation from illness, injury, and surgical procedures and supporting clients living with chronic health conditions and those in caregiving roles.
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Hi, I'm Roberta and I have been calling Australia 'home' for a few years. With both a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Psychology, as well as an ongoing Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling, I bring a wealth of experience working with diverse populations. My professional journey has allowed me to work extensively with young children, adults facing various mental health and life challenges, women recovering from intimate partner violence, and couples seeking to improve their relationships. I strongly believe in the resilience of the human spirit and that understanding what has happened to us is the key to transformation.
Hi, I'm Roberta and I have been calling Australia 'home' for a few years. With both a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Psychology, as well as an ongoing Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling, I bring a wealth of experience working with diverse populations. My professional journey has allowed me to work extensively with young children, adults facing various mental health and life challenges, women recovering from intimate partner violence, and couples seeking to improve their relationships. I strongly believe in the resilience of the human spirit and that understanding what has happened to us is the key to transformation.
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I am a Registered Psychologist, having obtained my Psychology qualifications at the University of Melbourne and Murdoch University. My clinical experience commenced as a Behavioural Therapist working with children on the autism spectrum; then branching into high-complexity adult presentations in forensics, community alcohol and drug setting, trauma and private practice. I feel a sense of honour to be part of a therapeutic space where a person can feel safe to reflect, explore challenges, and recharge.
I am a Registered Psychologist, having obtained my Psychology qualifications at the University of Melbourne and Murdoch University. My clinical experience commenced as a Behavioural Therapist working with children on the autism spectrum; then branching into high-complexity adult presentations in forensics, community alcohol and drug setting, trauma and private practice. I feel a sense of honour to be part of a therapeutic space where a person can feel safe to reflect, explore challenges, and recharge.
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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!
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Bronwyn Gorringe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Hello, I’m Bronwyn Gorringe, and I feel privileged to be able to sit with clients as they share their stories with me. With a Bachelor of Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Gestalt Therapy, and a Master in Sexology, I bring a rich blend of knowledge and experience to my practice. My approach is sex-positive, trauma-informed, relational and person-centred providing a supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences with greater self-awareness and compassion. I hope to help people cultivate nourishing relationships with themselves and each other and embrace flexibility in life.
Hello, I’m Bronwyn Gorringe, and I feel privileged to be able to sit with clients as they share their stories with me. With a Bachelor of Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Gestalt Therapy, and a Master in Sexology, I bring a rich blend of knowledge and experience to my practice. My approach is sex-positive, trauma-informed, relational and person-centred providing a supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences with greater self-awareness and compassion. I hope to help people cultivate nourishing relationships with themselves and each other and embrace flexibility in life.
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Sexual Trauma Counselling Perth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
Danni Murfett is a Psychotherapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 12 years of clinical experience providing individual and group therapy to adult survivors (age 13+) of sexual assault and sexual abuse. She currently shares her time between her private practice (Sexual Trauma Counselling Perth) and working as a Senior Counsellor and Team Leader for the Health Department within a specialist Perth sexual assault crisis and therapy service. As a Medicare provider, Danni's clients can claim Medicare rebates for sessions if they obtain a mental health care plan referral from their GP.
Danni Murfett is a Psychotherapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 12 years of clinical experience providing individual and group therapy to adult survivors (age 13+) of sexual assault and sexual abuse. She currently shares her time between her private practice (Sexual Trauma Counselling Perth) and working as a Senior Counsellor and Team Leader for the Health Department within a specialist Perth sexual assault crisis and therapy service. As a Medicare provider, Danni's clients can claim Medicare rebates for sessions if they obtain a mental health care plan referral from their GP.
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Dr Matthew Herbert, Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
I enjoy working with clients to explore the ways that their past is impacting on their present. I want to empower clients to get their emotional needs met.
I enjoy working with clients to explore the ways that their past is impacting on their present. I want to empower clients to get their emotional needs met.
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My name is Federica, I am a registered Psychologist and Sexologist and the Director of Tailoring Therapy. In my years of being a therapist, I have developed the belief that psychological interventions and therapy should be tailored to the person's uniqueness. In my approach, I aim to provide knowledge and education, develop awareness, and encourage change, if that is what you are seeking.
My name is Federica, I am a registered Psychologist and Sexologist and the Director of Tailoring Therapy. In my years of being a therapist, I have developed the belief that psychological interventions and therapy should be tailored to the person's uniqueness. In my approach, I aim to provide knowledge and education, develop awareness, and encourage change, if that is what you are seeking.
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Kelly Count
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to private practice, I am a clinical psychologist at King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide in-patient psychotherapy to my perinatal patients at SJOG Subiaco. I have expertise in working with women, couples and families in the perinatal period, including grief & loss and chronic pain. In contrast, my earlier psychology career, saw me working with FIFO mining employees, including remote and rural mining areas of Australia. In addition to mental health issues with the mining population, including couples counselling and the unique challenges this poses on relationships.
In addition to private practice, I am a clinical psychologist at King Edward Memorial Hospital and provide in-patient psychotherapy to my perinatal patients at SJOG Subiaco. I have expertise in working with women, couples and families in the perinatal period, including grief & loss and chronic pain. In contrast, my earlier psychology career, saw me working with FIFO mining employees, including remote and rural mining areas of Australia. In addition to mental health issues with the mining population, including couples counselling and the unique challenges this poses on relationships.
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Joanne Lee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008 (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.
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I am passionate and dedicated to helping you be the best version of yourself. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Allow me to guide and navigate you through overcoming challenges and building on your strengths you weren't aware existed!
I am passionate and dedicated to helping you be the best version of yourself. I work with children, adolescents and adults. Allow me to guide and navigate you through overcoming challenges and building on your strengths you weren't aware existed!
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The Edge - Couples & Marriage Counselling
Counsellor, PsychD, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
Hello, I'm Catherine, and I'm delighted to welcome you to The Edge. As a highly skilled and experienced couples counsellor and coach, my therapy style is solution-driven and dynamic, designed to provide you with real skills and tools for meaningful change. Together, we will explore key areas such as communication, conflict resolution, building trust,sex vs intimacy. Investing in your relationship is one of the smartest decisions a couple can make, offering lifelong returns and dividends. Join to collaborate on the world's softest sofa or lets work together online. Book now via the website link.
Hello, I'm Catherine, and I'm delighted to welcome you to The Edge. As a highly skilled and experienced couples counsellor and coach, my therapy style is solution-driven and dynamic, designed to provide you with real skills and tools for meaningful change. Together, we will explore key areas such as communication, conflict resolution, building trust,sex vs intimacy. Investing in your relationship is one of the smartest decisions a couple can make, offering lifelong returns and dividends. Join to collaborate on the world's softest sofa or lets work together online. Book now via the website link.
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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.
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Navigating the seasons of life on your own can sometimes get tricky. As you do your best to make sense of it all that seems too much or out of control, having a listening ear as you work through it can be helpful. I believe the struggles with our inner world can get overwhelming at times, and it can be renegotiated to lead a meaningful life. A significant part of my work as a registered clinical psychologist is offering psychological exploration and support to patients in a mutual effort to understand themselves better and work through how they can relate more intimately to themselves and others.
Navigating the seasons of life on your own can sometimes get tricky. As you do your best to make sense of it all that seems too much or out of control, having a listening ear as you work through it can be helpful. I believe the struggles with our inner world can get overwhelming at times, and it can be renegotiated to lead a meaningful life. A significant part of my work as a registered clinical psychologist is offering psychological exploration and support to patients in a mutual effort to understand themselves better and work through how they can relate more intimately to themselves and others.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with young people and adults. I am an accredited Advanced Schema Therapist and EMDR practitioner, passionate about working with trauma and mental health. I have been a senior clinician at the Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) for 14 years and have previously worked at the Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI) and across adult mental health teams in the UK. I am a Board Approved supervisor with AHPRA, an accredited EMDR Consultant with the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) and a Schema Therapy Supervisor.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working with young people and adults. I am an accredited Advanced Schema Therapist and EMDR practitioner, passionate about working with trauma and mental health. I have been a senior clinician at the Sexual Assault Resource Centre (SARC) for 14 years and have previously worked at the Centre for Clinical Interventions (CCI) and across adult mental health teams in the UK. I am a Board Approved supervisor with AHPRA, an accredited EMDR Consultant with the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) and a Schema Therapy Supervisor.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Subiaco, WA
100+
Average cost per session
$210
Counsellors in Subiaco, WA who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Self Esteem |
76% | Stress |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
59% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Medicare Rebates |
52% | Bupa |
47% | Medibank Private |
How Counsellors in Subiaco, WA see their clients
95% | In Person and Online | |
5% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
71% | Female | |
28% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Subiaco?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.