Psychoanalytic Counselling in Metropolitan Adelaide, SA
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I am client centred in my practice which is also evidence based and draws on psychoanalytic thinking.
I am Mental Health Social Worker accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers with over 16 years of experience providing therapy and counselling to people experiencing mental health difficulties. I support both adolescents and adults to explore and work through a range of difficulties, for example: anxiety, depression, excessive anger, guilt, psychological trauma, grief and loss and relationship difficulties. Committed to providing a safe, confidential, and contained place to enable people to explore their inner world, my goal is to help people to resolve or better manage their problems and achieve self-acceptance.
I am client centred in my practice which is also evidence based and draws on psychoanalytic thinking.
I am Mental Health Social Worker accredited with the Australian Association of Social Workers with over 16 years of experience providing therapy and counselling to people experiencing mental health difficulties. I support both adolescents and adults to explore and work through a range of difficulties, for example: anxiety, depression, excessive anger, guilt, psychological trauma, grief and loss and relationship difficulties. Committed to providing a safe, confidential, and contained place to enable people to explore their inner world, my goal is to help people to resolve or better manage their problems and achieve self-acceptance.
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Amira is a mental health counsellor and a certified trauma professional. Amira also specialised in two advanced majors - Child Development and Parenting Skills, and Relationship Counselling and Conflict Resolution. Her goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for children, adolescents, and young adults aged 6-25 to explore and overcome the challenges they face. Amira has a deep passion for assisting children who are affected by autism and she is dedicated to supporting clients who are eligible for coverage under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and their plans.
Amira is a mental health counsellor and a certified trauma professional. Amira also specialised in two advanced majors - Child Development and Parenting Skills, and Relationship Counselling and Conflict Resolution. Her goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for children, adolescents, and young adults aged 6-25 to explore and overcome the challenges they face. Amira has a deep passion for assisting children who are affected by autism and she is dedicated to supporting clients who are eligible for coverage under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and their plans.
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I'm looking to connect with individuals who are on a journey of introspection, exploration and unpacking thoughts, feelings and experiences. We will be working towards long-lasting change where the root cause of an issue can be addressed and processed. Each treatment is uniquely tailored to your specific needs and thus the therapeutic style is non-manualised and not necessarily focused on reaching outcomes/end results, but rather on the process of therapy and its unfolding nature.
I'm looking to connect with individuals who are on a journey of introspection, exploration and unpacking thoughts, feelings and experiences. We will be working towards long-lasting change where the root cause of an issue can be addressed and processed. Each treatment is uniquely tailored to your specific needs and thus the therapeutic style is non-manualised and not necessarily focused on reaching outcomes/end results, but rather on the process of therapy and its unfolding nature.
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Alessandra brings great warmth, support, insight and dedication to her work with clients. Against a strong academic and intellectual background, she sees her greatest strength as her ability to relate well with other people and understand their needs. She is motivated by a deep sense of compassion and a commitment to helping others. Sessions can be claimed through medicare with a Mental health care plan
Alessandra brings great warmth, support, insight and dedication to her work with clients. Against a strong academic and intellectual background, she sees her greatest strength as her ability to relate well with other people and understand their needs. She is motivated by a deep sense of compassion and a commitment to helping others. Sessions can be claimed through medicare with a Mental health care plan
Christina Sougleris
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Unley, SA 5061 (Online Only)
Christina is a clinical psychologist highly skilled & experienced in treating doctors' & med. students' with mental health concerns. This is now the focus of her practice. For several years, in collaboration with Doctors’ Health Service SA, Christina has provided a confidential clinical psychology service to medical professionals (at all career stages: student, registrar, intern, consultant), in person & via telepsych, who reside locally & interstate. She provides therapy (CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, hypnosis) for depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, imposter syndrome, adjustment issues, PTSD & trauma, grief/loss, binge eating
Christina is a clinical psychologist highly skilled & experienced in treating doctors' & med. students' with mental health concerns. This is now the focus of her practice. For several years, in collaboration with Doctors’ Health Service SA, Christina has provided a confidential clinical psychology service to medical professionals (at all career stages: student, registrar, intern, consultant), in person & via telepsych, who reside locally & interstate. She provides therapy (CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, hypnosis) for depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, imposter syndrome, adjustment issues, PTSD & trauma, grief/loss, binge eating
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At Metta Counselling we strive to support your journey by gradually increasing understanding and awareness and calling on your own wisdom, knowledge, and skills to lean into and navigate life's hurdles. Please ensure you visit my website to learn more about me and the services I offer. www.mettacounselling.com.au.
At Metta Counselling we strive to support your journey by gradually increasing understanding and awareness and calling on your own wisdom, knowledge, and skills to lean into and navigate life's hurdles. Please ensure you visit my website to learn more about me and the services I offer. www.mettacounselling.com.au.
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This Practice offers best-evidence treatment for Depression (including treatment-resistant and long-term depression), Anxiety (including separation anxiety and panic attacks), Fears (phobias), Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia), Headaches and body pains of psychological origin, Relationship issues (including brake-up, separation, disinterest, anger), Career difficulties (including problems with management and colleagues or career uncertainty) and Parent counselling (for parenting problems).
This Practice offers best-evidence treatment for Depression (including treatment-resistant and long-term depression), Anxiety (including separation anxiety and panic attacks), Fears (phobias), Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Eating disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia), Headaches and body pains of psychological origin, Relationship issues (including brake-up, separation, disinterest, anger), Career difficulties (including problems with management and colleagues or career uncertainty) and Parent counselling (for parenting problems).
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Alithea is a counselling practice that helps you make sense of the world and create a way forward. Based in Adelaide, SA, Alithea provides life-enhancing skills in a dedicated space to support every step on your path to growth and transformation.
Alithea is a counselling practice that helps you make sense of the world and create a way forward. Based in Adelaide, SA, Alithea provides life-enhancing skills in a dedicated space to support every step on your path to growth and transformation.
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My name is Isy (She/Her) and I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ Community. I am a professionally registered Arts Therapist and have been a practicing art therapist since 2014. I offer a neuro-affirming and trauma informed practice and a supportive safe space to express and explore your challenges.
My name is Isy (She/Her) and I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ Community. I am a professionally registered Arts Therapist and have been a practicing art therapist since 2014. I offer a neuro-affirming and trauma informed practice and a supportive safe space to express and explore your challenges.
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Dr Tanya Marie Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000
Tanya M Robinson, PhD - Tanya has 20 years experience in mental health and psycho-legal forensic science. She studied extensively in psychology, social work and law. Tanya runs a private psycho-legal mental health practice based in the CBD of Adelaide, SA. She works online with clients interstate and internationally. Tanya consults with clients experiencing a wide range of mental health and life struggles. She has special knowledge in assisting clients which have experienced trauma. Tanya is an experienced psychoanalyist, EMDR practicitioner, child interviewer, accreddited mediatior and work in dispute resolutions.
Tanya M Robinson, PhD - Tanya has 20 years experience in mental health and psycho-legal forensic science. She studied extensively in psychology, social work and law. Tanya runs a private psycho-legal mental health practice based in the CBD of Adelaide, SA. She works online with clients interstate and internationally. Tanya consults with clients experiencing a wide range of mental health and life struggles. She has special knowledge in assisting clients which have experienced trauma. Tanya is an experienced psychoanalyist, EMDR practicitioner, child interviewer, accreddited mediatior and work in dispute resolutions.
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H-L Therapy offers a wide range of person centered, psychosocial therapy services, including counselling, therapeutic skill development, mindfulness, relaxation therapy, clinical hypnotherapy and artistic exploration. All H-L Therapy staff are DHS and Police cleared, qualified allied health clinicians. Our services are customised to specific situations and our mission is to support people in being happy and confident. NDIS, Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates are available. We are compassionate, responsive and offer valuable, convenient support services -because all people matter.
H-L Therapy offers a wide range of person centered, psychosocial therapy services, including counselling, therapeutic skill development, mindfulness, relaxation therapy, clinical hypnotherapy and artistic exploration. All H-L Therapy staff are DHS and Police cleared, qualified allied health clinicians. Our services are customised to specific situations and our mission is to support people in being happy and confident. NDIS, Medicare and Private Health Insurance rebates are available. We are compassionate, responsive and offer valuable, convenient support services -because all people matter.
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I began ProMind Psychology because I couldn’t find a psychology practice that really sparked my sense of joy – lit my mojo! So I created my own! I wanted a space where people can learn about themselves and feel relaxed and accepted from the moment they enter. I've created a team of Psychology professionals who love being at ProMind Psychology, so I feel 100% sure you will too. Whatever challenges you’re facing, we want you to feel cared for and understood. We are here to help you connect with your inner wisdom and find a way forward.
I began ProMind Psychology because I couldn’t find a psychology practice that really sparked my sense of joy – lit my mojo! So I created my own! I wanted a space where people can learn about themselves and feel relaxed and accepted from the moment they enter. I've created a team of Psychology professionals who love being at ProMind Psychology, so I feel 100% sure you will too. Whatever challenges you’re facing, we want you to feel cared for and understood. We are here to help you connect with your inner wisdom and find a way forward.
I work with adolescents and adults to help them resolve difficulties or problematic patterns they are struggling with. These may include issues with mood, anxiety, relationships, or work. You may not be able to put your finger on it, yet know there is a problem that is getting in the way of leading a fulfilling life. You may have tried everything you can think of to improve your situation, and be experiencing a range of painful feelings, including frustration, hopelessness, or feeling stuck. There may be mixed feelings about seeking help.
I work with adolescents and adults to help them resolve difficulties or problematic patterns they are struggling with. These may include issues with mood, anxiety, relationships, or work. You may not be able to put your finger on it, yet know there is a problem that is getting in the way of leading a fulfilling life. You may have tried everything you can think of to improve your situation, and be experiencing a range of painful feelings, including frustration, hopelessness, or feeling stuck. There may be mixed feelings about seeking help.
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What is most important to me is providing children with a safe place to express themselves and make sense of their experiences. I have extensive experience in providing interventions to vulnerable children within the Child Protection System and children with high and complex needs in Out of Home Care. I am passionate about addressing attachment issues and strengthening the parent child relationship.
What is most important to me is providing children with a safe place to express themselves and make sense of their experiences. I have extensive experience in providing interventions to vulnerable children within the Child Protection System and children with high and complex needs in Out of Home Care. I am passionate about addressing attachment issues and strengthening the parent child relationship.
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I have over 12 yrs experience working with individuals and couples. I have worked extensively with relationships affected by various addictions and mental health issues. I work from a non judgmental person centered framework
I have over 12 yrs experience working with individuals and couples. I have worked extensively with relationships affected by various addictions and mental health issues. I work from a non judgmental person centered framework
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Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
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Thrive within Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Adelaide, SA 5000 (Online Only)
A client would attend the clinic to address their presenting concerns, without the fear of judgement, stigma or shame. A client might be feeling lost, hopeless or worthless and feeling the need to get some assistance with their mood and negative thoughts.
A client would attend the clinic to address their presenting concerns, without the fear of judgement, stigma or shame. A client might be feeling lost, hopeless or worthless and feeling the need to get some assistance with their mood and negative thoughts.
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Codependency: what exactly is it? It is the need to look outside of ourselves for validation. It manifests as putting others’ feelings, needs, and perceptions before our own. Often, it is unconscious and we don't even realise we do it. It can be extreme or subtle. We are co-dependent when we are pulled by the outside world rather than being in alignment with our true desires and soul path. Co-dependency may look like: a romantic relationship or friendship where you merge into the other, become consumed by their world, lose yourself, do activities that they enjoy, or show an interest in their interests.
Codependency: what exactly is it? It is the need to look outside of ourselves for validation. It manifests as putting others’ feelings, needs, and perceptions before our own. Often, it is unconscious and we don't even realise we do it. It can be extreme or subtle. We are co-dependent when we are pulled by the outside world rather than being in alignment with our true desires and soul path. Co-dependency may look like: a romantic relationship or friendship where you merge into the other, become consumed by their world, lose yourself, do activities that they enjoy, or show an interest in their interests.
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Even though our journeys in life and struggles differ from one another, my life experience and training helps me to come from a place of empathy, care, and understanding that life is challenging and that we are all striving for a sense of wholeness and wellbeing. My practice uses a person-centered and strengths-based approach and it would be my pleasure to walk beside you and support you as you navigate through life’s difficult times and complexities.
Even though our journeys in life and struggles differ from one another, my life experience and training helps me to come from a place of empathy, care, and understanding that life is challenging and that we are all striving for a sense of wholeness and wellbeing. My practice uses a person-centered and strengths-based approach and it would be my pleasure to walk beside you and support you as you navigate through life’s difficult times and complexities.
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Still I Rise Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000
Confidentially connect with a down-to-earth, compassionate Clinical Psychologist from the comfort of your own home or preferred private setting. With a background working with clients across the entire lifespan (from primary/private sector through to tertiary mental health care/CAMHS) Kerry's passionate about helping clients & their families to foster their resilience & strength in the face of adversity, as they gain a sense of hope & possibility. Helping to reduce mental health inequalities-Kerry offers clients Telehealth-South Australia statewide & Walk & Talk Therapy, away from the limitations of the therapy couch.
Confidentially connect with a down-to-earth, compassionate Clinical Psychologist from the comfort of your own home or preferred private setting. With a background working with clients across the entire lifespan (from primary/private sector through to tertiary mental health care/CAMHS) Kerry's passionate about helping clients & their families to foster their resilience & strength in the face of adversity, as they gain a sense of hope & possibility. Helping to reduce mental health inequalities-Kerry offers clients Telehealth-South Australia statewide & Walk & Talk Therapy, away from the limitations of the therapy couch.
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.