Feminist Counselling in Sydney, NSW
I am a person-centred, trauma-informed counsellor who holds space for you with non-judgemental and non-pathologising warmth and safety. I am an integrative counsellor, applying a range of modalities and approaches, including trauma-focused, somatic, family systems, ACT, narrative, and feminist, openly and collaboratively. My creative skills acquired within the context of music foster spontaneous and imaginative sessions, encouraging you to participate actively on your path to positive change. I am passionate about sharing resources so you can contemplate other ways of thinking about your challenges.
I am a person-centred, trauma-informed counsellor who holds space for you with non-judgemental and non-pathologising warmth and safety. I am an integrative counsellor, applying a range of modalities and approaches, including trauma-focused, somatic, family systems, ACT, narrative, and feminist, openly and collaboratively. My creative skills acquired within the context of music foster spontaneous and imaginative sessions, encouraging you to participate actively on your path to positive change. I am passionate about sharing resources so you can contemplate other ways of thinking about your challenges.
I draw on evidence-based methods such as client-centred, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and feminist approaches.
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling and have extensive professional experience as a counsellor, specialising in supporting adults and adolescents through a range of mental health concerns. I am certified by PACFA as a Certified Practicing Counsellor, and I am dedicated to serving clients of all ages and backgrounds. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to providing a nurturing environment where clients can freely explore, understand, and express their life needs. I approach counselling with deep compassion, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude, aiming to foster collaboration and effective solutions.
I draw on evidence-based methods such as client-centred, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and feminist approaches.
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling and have extensive professional experience as a counsellor, specialising in supporting adults and adolescents through a range of mental health concerns. I am certified by PACFA as a Certified Practicing Counsellor, and I am dedicated to serving clients of all ages and backgrounds. At the heart of my practice is a commitment to providing a nurturing environment where clients can freely explore, understand, and express their life needs. I approach counselling with deep compassion, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude, aiming to foster collaboration and effective solutions.
Melissa Desmarchelier
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
I work predominantly with adolescents, young people, and adults, and have a special interest in working with people who are studying or working in creative fields (music, visual arts, dance), people from culturally and linguistically-diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community, girls from age 12 and women of all ages. I apply an integrative approach of evidence-based interventions including CBT, ACT, EFT, NT and SFT. I have a special interest in Mindfulness, Music-Assisted Therapy, Animal-Assisted Therapy, Feminist Psychology and working with girls and women. I work with many adults seeking ADHD & Autism Assessment & coaching.
I work predominantly with adolescents, young people, and adults, and have a special interest in working with people who are studying or working in creative fields (music, visual arts, dance), people from culturally and linguistically-diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community, girls from age 12 and women of all ages. I apply an integrative approach of evidence-based interventions including CBT, ACT, EFT, NT and SFT. I have a special interest in Mindfulness, Music-Assisted Therapy, Animal-Assisted Therapy, Feminist Psychology and working with girls and women. I work with many adults seeking ADHD & Autism Assessment & coaching.
The work I do is informed by queer and feminist theory, as well as anti-oppression frameworks.
As a dedicated sex and relationship therapist, I am passionate about fostering healthy and fulfilling connections between individuals and within relationships. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a supportive space where clients can explore their concerns, desires, and challenges regarding intimacy, sexuality, and relationships. Ultimately, my goal is to help clients navigate the complexities of intimacy and relationships with confidence, resilience, and a renewed sense of connection and fulfillment. I have advanced training in working with LGBTQ+, kink, and non-monogamous communities.
The work I do is informed by queer and feminist theory, as well as anti-oppression frameworks.
As a dedicated sex and relationship therapist, I am passionate about fostering healthy and fulfilling connections between individuals and within relationships. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I strive to create a supportive space where clients can explore their concerns, desires, and challenges regarding intimacy, sexuality, and relationships. Ultimately, my goal is to help clients navigate the complexities of intimacy and relationships with confidence, resilience, and a renewed sense of connection and fulfillment. I have advanced training in working with LGBTQ+, kink, and non-monogamous communities.
Tara - Cathartic Collaborations
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
My practice framework encompasses neurodivergent affirming strengths based methods, harm reduction, trauma informed approaches, anti-oppressive practices, feminist theory, and systemic practice.
Hello! I'm Tara (they/them). I have immediate availability for therapeutic support in person in Nundah, Brisbane or telehealth Australia wide. I am queer, neurodivergent (Autism & ADHD) and non-binary. I am passionate about providing therapeutic support to neurodivergent (particularly Autistic folks and ADHDers) and LGBTQIA+ adolescents and adults.
My practice framework encompasses neurodivergent affirming strengths based methods, harm reduction, trauma informed approaches, anti-oppressive practices, feminist theory, and systemic practice.
Hello! I'm Tara (they/them). I have immediate availability for therapeutic support in person in Nundah, Brisbane or telehealth Australia wide. I am queer, neurodivergent (Autism & ADHD) and non-binary. I am passionate about providing therapeutic support to neurodivergent (particularly Autistic folks and ADHDers) and LGBTQIA+ adolescents and adults.
Brave souls, we live our lives to the best of our abilities; we aim to achieve our dreams with what life has to offer us. However, due to various reasons, and often beyond our control, we might hide from ourselves ... in ourselves, or in other people. Depression, anxiety, personality disorders, dissociative features, psychotic experiences ... We fall, we rise. We laugh, we love, we feel anger and pain. In a conversation with another we could find our way out of this state of being lost in these states. Recovery from trauma perhaps is not about forgetting the past; perhaps it's about expanding your Self, your narrative.
Brave souls, we live our lives to the best of our abilities; we aim to achieve our dreams with what life has to offer us. However, due to various reasons, and often beyond our control, we might hide from ourselves ... in ourselves, or in other people. Depression, anxiety, personality disorders, dissociative features, psychotic experiences ... We fall, we rise. We laugh, we love, we feel anger and pain. In a conversation with another we could find our way out of this state of being lost in these states. Recovery from trauma perhaps is not about forgetting the past; perhaps it's about expanding your Self, your narrative.
Sam Forbes - Trauma Therapy Emdr Relationships Lgbt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
What would you like to be different in your life? Counselling can help. I've been a therapist for 30 years and I love supporting people to make significant changes in their lives and relationships. There's nothing you can't overcome. I specialise in complex trauma and relationship counselling. I'm queer and LGBTIQ, poly, sex work & BDSM affirming. I’ve worked with people affected by mental health issues, sexual abuse, domestic violence, drugs, racism and disability. Whether it’s counselling for you, for your relationship/s or for someone you care about, I'll support you to overcome the problems that affect you and those you love.
What would you like to be different in your life? Counselling can help. I've been a therapist for 30 years and I love supporting people to make significant changes in their lives and relationships. There's nothing you can't overcome. I specialise in complex trauma and relationship counselling. I'm queer and LGBTIQ, poly, sex work & BDSM affirming. I’ve worked with people affected by mental health issues, sexual abuse, domestic violence, drugs, racism and disability. Whether it’s counselling for you, for your relationship/s or for someone you care about, I'll support you to overcome the problems that affect you and those you love.
My name is Aracely Duran and I work with clients that seek support for complex issues like trauma, anxiety, or family dynamics. They value a therapist who listens without judgment and offers practical strategies for coping and growth. Their goals include healing, improving relationships, and finding inner peace. They want to understand themselves better and navigate life's challenges with resilience. Ultimately, they seek a path to emotional well-being and a more fulfilling life, driven by a desire for personal growth and meaningful connections.
My name is Aracely Duran and I work with clients that seek support for complex issues like trauma, anxiety, or family dynamics. They value a therapist who listens without judgment and offers practical strategies for coping and growth. Their goals include healing, improving relationships, and finding inner peace. They want to understand themselves better and navigate life's challenges with resilience. Ultimately, they seek a path to emotional well-being and a more fulfilling life, driven by a desire for personal growth and meaningful connections.
We can all have times in our lives when things can seem unmanageable, whether it is within our family or close relationships, divorce or bereavement, or our health, our work or in coming to terms with difficult events that have happened either recently or in the past , which still don’t feel resolved. You are not alone, as human beings we all have difficult times. It is a brave decision to try to resolve those issues in the best way you can. A counsellor is not there to judge you, or to give you text book solutions. They are there to help and guide you towards the solution that is right for you.
We can all have times in our lives when things can seem unmanageable, whether it is within our family or close relationships, divorce or bereavement, or our health, our work or in coming to terms with difficult events that have happened either recently or in the past , which still don’t feel resolved. You are not alone, as human beings we all have difficult times. It is a brave decision to try to resolve those issues in the best way you can. A counsellor is not there to judge you, or to give you text book solutions. They are there to help and guide you towards the solution that is right for you.
Katherine Sayer-Jones
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hello, my name is Katherine and I know starting therapy can be daunting. I'm a Clinical Psychologist who creates a safe and creative space for you to explore your inner workings with care. I like to bring kindness and a sense of humour to therapy so you can relax and be yourself. We will work on practical strategies first to get swift improvements, then move to longer term strategies if you choose. I encourage all new referrals, especially adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic stress, sleep issues, smartphone 'doom-scrolling' vicarious trauma, body image, weight concerns, or ADHD (diagnosed or questioning).
Hello, my name is Katherine and I know starting therapy can be daunting. I'm a Clinical Psychologist who creates a safe and creative space for you to explore your inner workings with care. I like to bring kindness and a sense of humour to therapy so you can relax and be yourself. We will work on practical strategies first to get swift improvements, then move to longer term strategies if you choose. I encourage all new referrals, especially adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic stress, sleep issues, smartphone 'doom-scrolling' vicarious trauma, body image, weight concerns, or ADHD (diagnosed or questioning).
Dinah is an accredited counsellor, specialising in holistic, person-centred care to support you in living a meaningful and positive life. Over the years Dinah has worked with people who present with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions and interpersonal issues. She ensures her practice is trauma informed to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. She specialises in LGBT topics such as Poly and ENM relationship styles, SW friendly, and Gender Identity.
Dinah is an accredited counsellor, specialising in holistic, person-centred care to support you in living a meaningful and positive life. Over the years Dinah has worked with people who present with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions and interpersonal issues. She ensures her practice is trauma informed to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. She specialises in LGBT topics such as Poly and ENM relationship styles, SW friendly, and Gender Identity.
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As a clincial psychotherapist and registered psychosexual therapist, I specialise in helping individuals with trauma and PTSD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties, including intimacy and trust. I am also passionate about providing support for navigating gendered, sexual, racial, and neuro diversity, and cultural identities, who may experience discrimination or internalised stigma. Centering unconditional positive regard, I work closely with the client to deeply explore how their past experiences, current situations, family background, and social elements of their lives have impacted their wellbeing.
As a clincial psychotherapist and registered psychosexual therapist, I specialise in helping individuals with trauma and PTSD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties, including intimacy and trust. I am also passionate about providing support for navigating gendered, sexual, racial, and neuro diversity, and cultural identities, who may experience discrimination or internalised stigma. Centering unconditional positive regard, I work closely with the client to deeply explore how their past experiences, current situations, family background, and social elements of their lives have impacted their wellbeing.
My name is Saskia and I am an experienced counsellor and peer worker. I've seen many therapists throughout my life, with experiences ranging from transformative to frustrating. I know that for many people the hierarchical relationship between therapist and client can be demeaning and disempowering. My practice is particularly focused on supporting those have trouble with these traditional therapeutic relationships. My approach is collaborative and informal, involving you as an equal partner in the process of therapy.
My name is Saskia and I am an experienced counsellor and peer worker. I've seen many therapists throughout my life, with experiences ranging from transformative to frustrating. I know that for many people the hierarchical relationship between therapist and client can be demeaning and disempowering. My practice is particularly focused on supporting those have trouble with these traditional therapeutic relationships. My approach is collaborative and informal, involving you as an equal partner in the process of therapy.
Would it be nice to have a trained professional to guide you to grow and move towards where you want to be in life? As a psychologist, I aim to help my clients to heal, energise, become aware of their strengths and connect with themselves and others. Through the therapy, I could help you to keep your life moving in the right direction by managing depression and anxiety-related symptoms, to better cope with stress and anger. Also, I provide strategies to manage personal loss, symptoms of trauma and cope with life transitions
Would it be nice to have a trained professional to guide you to grow and move towards where you want to be in life? As a psychologist, I aim to help my clients to heal, energise, become aware of their strengths and connect with themselves and others. Through the therapy, I could help you to keep your life moving in the right direction by managing depression and anxiety-related symptoms, to better cope with stress and anger. Also, I provide strategies to manage personal loss, symptoms of trauma and cope with life transitions
I have helped my clients to face and eventually embrace the many challenges that life presents, finding a constructive and individually unique way forward.
I have helped my clients to face and eventually embrace the many challenges that life presents, finding a constructive and individually unique way forward.
Make Space Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Ages 16+. I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with eating disorders, body image and self-worth - as well as general mood and life concerns. I believe that healing (if that's what you're looking for) looks and feels different for everyone. My approach is gentle and curious, embracing imperfection and placing you as the expert of your own experience. I work with a range of holistic, non-pathologising and anti-oppressive frameworks within counselling. I work collaboratively to make sense of your physical and emotional experiences, and unpack ideas about bodies and worth.
Ages 16+. I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with eating disorders, body image and self-worth - as well as general mood and life concerns. I believe that healing (if that's what you're looking for) looks and feels different for everyone. My approach is gentle and curious, embracing imperfection and placing you as the expert of your own experience. I work with a range of holistic, non-pathologising and anti-oppressive frameworks within counselling. I work collaboratively to make sense of your physical and emotional experiences, and unpack ideas about bodies and worth.
Jennifer Perkins Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
Life is meant to be lived with joy. Let's help eliminate the barriers. Jennifer is an extremely well qualified therapist who works with you to help solve problems. She is trauma informed with a specialty in relationships. This means she is excellent at helping you work through a difficult family history, messy relationships or even offering parenting skills. She is dedicated to helping you have the most healing and positive experience possible and honored to walk this journey with you. She is committed to providing a quality experience including a strong vision towards social justice and social equality especially with LGBTQI folks.
Catherine Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
Catherine's transformative work involves guiding individuals through their experiences of anxiety, overwhelm, identity, and personal boundaries. She is dedicated to creating spaces and opportunities for people to reconnect with their hopes and values, identify unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and heal from pain. Catherine also specialises in supporting families to understand the challenges they are experiencing, uncover values, and develop practices that empower them to face everyday challenges.
Catherine's transformative work involves guiding individuals through their experiences of anxiety, overwhelm, identity, and personal boundaries. She is dedicated to creating spaces and opportunities for people to reconnect with their hopes and values, identify unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and heal from pain. Catherine also specialises in supporting families to understand the challenges they are experiencing, uncover values, and develop practices that empower them to face everyday challenges.
I work primarily with folks who’re struggling in their relationships. Mostly, I work with romantic partners, but also with mothers & daughters, business partners, friends and individuals. My clients typically have difficulties in communicating effectively with others, especially during conflict when they’re feeling all the feelings. Clients also often approach me because they’ve been betrayed in relationship. Sometimes, there’s been an affair, an experience of sexual assault, or an unexpected separation...
I work primarily with folks who’re struggling in their relationships. Mostly, I work with romantic partners, but also with mothers & daughters, business partners, friends and individuals. My clients typically have difficulties in communicating effectively with others, especially during conflict when they’re feeling all the feelings. Clients also often approach me because they’ve been betrayed in relationship. Sometimes, there’s been an affair, an experience of sexual assault, or an unexpected separation...
Hi, I’m Julia. I work with people aged 17 and above. I use anti-oppressive and non-pathologising frameworks to counselling. This means I work with you to explore how you make sense of your life and experiences. I am deeply informed by social justice and critical theory. I welcome all bodies, genders and identities, and work to problematise the privileges I hold as a cis, able-bodied woman on stolen land. I collaborate with folks to create a space where people can befriend all parts of themselves and get a greater sense of their preferences and hopes. I approach counselling as a place for genuine connection and meaning-making.
Hi, I’m Julia. I work with people aged 17 and above. I use anti-oppressive and non-pathologising frameworks to counselling. This means I work with you to explore how you make sense of your life and experiences. I am deeply informed by social justice and critical theory. I welcome all bodies, genders and identities, and work to problematise the privileges I hold as a cis, able-bodied woman on stolen land. I collaborate with folks to create a space where people can befriend all parts of themselves and get a greater sense of their preferences and hopes. I approach counselling as a place for genuine connection and meaning-making.
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Feminist Counsellors
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.