Art Therapy Counselling in Brighton, VIC
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Hi, I'm Vicki. I am a qualified Art Psychotherapist in England and Australia. I am passionate about art therapy and specialise in trauma informed art psychotherapy. This involves helping and educating clients on how to regulate their nervous system with art making, in a safe therapeutic relationship. This is particularly effective for clients with ptsd and anxiety disorders (select mutism, ocd). Client's goals are often to learn new ways of regulating their emotions and reduce anxiety and build coping skills. We can do this with art therapy, so they can be empowered to live the life they desire, with freedom from the past.
Hi, I'm Vicki. I am a qualified Art Psychotherapist in England and Australia. I am passionate about art therapy and specialise in trauma informed art psychotherapy. This involves helping and educating clients on how to regulate their nervous system with art making, in a safe therapeutic relationship. This is particularly effective for clients with ptsd and anxiety disorders (select mutism, ocd). Client's goals are often to learn new ways of regulating their emotions and reduce anxiety and build coping skills. We can do this with art therapy, so they can be empowered to live the life they desire, with freedom from the past.
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Art Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy also inform the way I work.
Life doesn't come with a user's guide and all of us struggle at times. In looking for a therapist you have taken a step toward finding greater ease in your life. Psychotherapy is about building a greater awareness and understanding of your patterns in life. This allows you to find a sense of spaciousness where, rather than act reactively, you can make more conscious choices and cultivate a stronger sense of self. If you find yourself often feeling anxious or depressed, held back by past traumas, not living the life you want, or lacking direction, then psychotherapy can offer you the change you need.
Art Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy also inform the way I work.
Life doesn't come with a user's guide and all of us struggle at times. In looking for a therapist you have taken a step toward finding greater ease in your life. Psychotherapy is about building a greater awareness and understanding of your patterns in life. This allows you to find a sense of spaciousness where, rather than act reactively, you can make more conscious choices and cultivate a stronger sense of self. If you find yourself often feeling anxious or depressed, held back by past traumas, not living the life you want, or lacking direction, then psychotherapy can offer you the change you need.
![Photo of Jessica Glaser - One Another , MA, AThR, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/caa2136a-2757-4d7f-aca2-67e94aa38415/2/320x400.jpeg)
Using a person centred approach, we draw from various frameworks such as Art Therapy, Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy and Community Integration support to meet your individual needs.
One Another provides a boutique mobile service based in Melbourne that evolved from the concept that recovery and healing is achievable for all. Being mobile, we drive up to 30min from the CBD to any area South, East or Northern Suburbs. We strongly believe that you are the expert of your experience and work in collaboration with you to tailor and personalise your therapeutic journey around what you need in order to keep moving forward. Together, we will explore and build upon your personal wishes, goals, and aspirations to develop a self-managing and sustainable approach around your relationship to your well-being.
Using a person centred approach, we draw from various frameworks such as Art Therapy, Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy and Community Integration support to meet your individual needs.
One Another provides a boutique mobile service based in Melbourne that evolved from the concept that recovery and healing is achievable for all. Being mobile, we drive up to 30min from the CBD to any area South, East or Northern Suburbs. We strongly believe that you are the expert of your experience and work in collaboration with you to tailor and personalise your therapeutic journey around what you need in order to keep moving forward. Together, we will explore and build upon your personal wishes, goals, and aspirations to develop a self-managing and sustainable approach around your relationship to your well-being.
![Photo of Heidi Gaspar - Heart Expression - Heidi Gaspar, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/60caa932-9a34-476d-ba5a-e7892d330399/1/320x400.jpeg)
Heart Expression was founded in 2009 by Heidi Gaspar, an experienced Psychologist providing an eclectic mix of clinical counselling and Psychological therapeutic services, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Therapies such as Art Therapy, Sandplay, Music Therapy, and Mindfulness based stress reduction strategies for children, teenagers, adults, parents, couples and families. Experienced school Psychologist with many years in Private Practice.
Heart Expression was founded in 2009 by Heidi Gaspar, an experienced Psychologist providing an eclectic mix of clinical counselling and Psychological therapeutic services, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Focussed Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Expressive Therapies such as Art Therapy, Sandplay, Music Therapy, and Mindfulness based stress reduction strategies for children, teenagers, adults, parents, couples and families. Experienced school Psychologist with many years in Private Practice.
![Photo of Emma Vasey, MA, ACA-L2, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a955718-a853-4aea-864f-5b4fbcb0e724/2/320x400.jpeg)
Emma is a qualified and registered psychotherapist and sexologist who is dedicated to providing destigmatising therapy that can be playful, cathartic, affirming, and enlightening all at once. She frequently sees clients in her office who are stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional avoidance, and engaged with numbing tactics to cope. They seek a radiant and authentic version of themselves that they like, that connects with others, and feels inherently worthy of joy. They value themselves enough to hope for more. Emma is currently accepting psychotherapy and sex therapy referrals.
Emma is a qualified and registered psychotherapist and sexologist who is dedicated to providing destigmatising therapy that can be playful, cathartic, affirming, and enlightening all at once. She frequently sees clients in her office who are stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional avoidance, and engaged with numbing tactics to cope. They seek a radiant and authentic version of themselves that they like, that connects with others, and feels inherently worthy of joy. They value themselves enough to hope for more. Emma is currently accepting psychotherapy and sex therapy referrals.
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Largely inspired by the Gottman method, I am deeply passionate about my clients, and their well-being is my top priority. My dedication stems from a boundless reservoir of energy and enthusiasm to assist them in any way I can. It's a symbiotic relationship; as I help my clients navigate their challenges and achieve their goals, their progress fuels my motivation even more. I firmly believe in the power of determination; where there's a will, there's always a pathway to success waiting to be discovered.
Largely inspired by the Gottman method, I am deeply passionate about my clients, and their well-being is my top priority. My dedication stems from a boundless reservoir of energy and enthusiasm to assist them in any way I can. It's a symbiotic relationship; as I help my clients navigate their challenges and achieve their goals, their progress fuels my motivation even more. I firmly believe in the power of determination; where there's a will, there's always a pathway to success waiting to be discovered.
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As a psychologist, I feel privileged, to observe & work with the difficult life experiences, which lead individuals to engage in therapy. I believe that therapy is a form of self-exploration & learning. In sessions, I use safe, containing ways to help clients process their thoughts and feelings, gaining insight and understanding, so that they can navigate the world around them, with a sense of confidence, purpose and hope. I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
As a psychologist, I feel privileged, to observe & work with the difficult life experiences, which lead individuals to engage in therapy. I believe that therapy is a form of self-exploration & learning. In sessions, I use safe, containing ways to help clients process their thoughts and feelings, gaining insight and understanding, so that they can navigate the world around them, with a sense of confidence, purpose and hope. I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
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The Bodhi Tree Psychology was founded by Melissa Moss. Mel is a registered psychologist (AHPRA), a registered counsellor (ACA) and a certified clinical trauma practitioner in sensorimotor psychotherapy (CCTP-II). Mel uses compassionate inquiry whilst integrating a variety of evidenced-based and trauma informed humanistic, somatic and mindfulness approaches. This approach works to inspire self-awareness, develop self-acceptance, encourage deep healing and sustain Wellness.
The Bodhi Tree Psychology was founded by Melissa Moss. Mel is a registered psychologist (AHPRA), a registered counsellor (ACA) and a certified clinical trauma practitioner in sensorimotor psychotherapy (CCTP-II). Mel uses compassionate inquiry whilst integrating a variety of evidenced-based and trauma informed humanistic, somatic and mindfulness approaches. This approach works to inspire self-awareness, develop self-acceptance, encourage deep healing and sustain Wellness.
![Photo of Noah Noam Mankowitz, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3037a59c-c5d7-46d2-a71d-deea5b690ed1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Noah Mankowitz is a Clinical Psychologist who works both at Alfred Health as well as privately. Noah specialises in mental conditions from age 8 and above, with particular interests in Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, Trauma, Self-Harm, Personality Disorders, Psychosis as well as Life Transition and Body Image. Noah Mankowitz earned his qualifications from Harvard University; Yale University as well as Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia. In addition, Noah Mankowitz has published articles with the American Psychological Association and strives to continue contributing to the Medical and Psychology field.
Noah Mankowitz is a Clinical Psychologist who works both at Alfred Health as well as privately. Noah specialises in mental conditions from age 8 and above, with particular interests in Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, Trauma, Self-Harm, Personality Disorders, Psychosis as well as Life Transition and Body Image. Noah Mankowitz earned his qualifications from Harvard University; Yale University as well as Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia. In addition, Noah Mankowitz has published articles with the American Psychological Association and strives to continue contributing to the Medical and Psychology field.
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Psychotherapy for High Functioning Adults/Couples
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, VIC 3186
Are you doing reasonably well in your professional world, but your personal life is in shambles? Have you done everything you thought you should do to bring you happiness, yet somehow feel something is amiss? Are you surrounded by people regularly, yet feel lonelier than ever? Or do you go from relationship to relationship, yet can never feel safe enough to deepen with the one? Have you gone down the self-help track, yet somehow feel disconnected from life? Do you feel hesitant to see a therapist, because you feel like you shouldn't have problems? Sound familiar? You're not alone. I've been there too and would love to support you.
Are you doing reasonably well in your professional world, but your personal life is in shambles? Have you done everything you thought you should do to bring you happiness, yet somehow feel something is amiss? Are you surrounded by people regularly, yet feel lonelier than ever? Or do you go from relationship to relationship, yet can never feel safe enough to deepen with the one? Have you gone down the self-help track, yet somehow feel disconnected from life? Do you feel hesitant to see a therapist, because you feel like you shouldn't have problems? Sound familiar? You're not alone. I've been there too and would love to support you.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Sandra Ifrah, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51da7d07-231e-4d76-a573-4f5cc168f8a8/2/320x400.png)
Sandra’s therapeutic approach is tailored to the need of the client, and uses a wide range of techniques, such as play, art, CBT, ACT and mindfulness, just to name a few.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing issues related to mental health. She is an experienced Psychologist with a family-focused approach where the client is provided with a safe, supportive and nurturing environment during sessions, and the family unit is very much a part of the journey to change.
Sandra’s therapeutic approach is tailored to the need of the client, and uses a wide range of techniques, such as play, art, CBT, ACT and mindfulness, just to name a few.
Sandra Ifrah is a registered psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing issues related to mental health. She is an experienced Psychologist with a family-focused approach where the client is provided with a safe, supportive and nurturing environment during sessions, and the family unit is very much a part of the journey to change.
![Photo of Lindy Spanger, PACFA, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fa33c1a-00c4-4a9a-8b74-ecb22af836a8/1/320x400.jpeg)
I incorporating mindfulness, EFT, EMDR, Dream work, myth and art to help guide you towards making positive change.
I am a Psychotherapist and counsellor with over 20 years experience. Deciding to come to therapy can feel like such a relief. Sharing your story and being heard without judgment in a safe and supportive environment. You may be experiencing big life transitions, relationship issues or old negative patterns and beliefs that are getting in the way leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Even with your best efforts nothing seems to change. Therapy can really help to bring about change so you have more space between your thoughts and those old negative patterns.how wonderful to have more choice and freedom in your life.
I incorporating mindfulness, EFT, EMDR, Dream work, myth and art to help guide you towards making positive change.
I am a Psychotherapist and counsellor with over 20 years experience. Deciding to come to therapy can feel like such a relief. Sharing your story and being heard without judgment in a safe and supportive environment. You may be experiencing big life transitions, relationship issues or old negative patterns and beliefs that are getting in the way leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Even with your best efforts nothing seems to change. Therapy can really help to bring about change so you have more space between your thoughts and those old negative patterns.how wonderful to have more choice and freedom in your life.
![Photo of Kiki Havos - Nectar Art Therapy, AThR, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ee0ecb55-5c5f-4982-8b45-37b5b8ec8911/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I’m Kiki (she/her), a Master’s qualified Art Therapist offering Community Art Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults. I provide face-to-face, online, and nature-based sessions using evidence-based, trauma-informed techniques for private and NDIS clients. My lived experience of neurodiversity helps me create neuro-affirming spaces for healing and growth. I view Community Art Therapy as a means to enhance emotional resilience and build meaningful connections through connections to storytelling and nature.
Hi, I’m Kiki (she/her), a Master’s qualified Art Therapist offering Community Art Therapy for children, teenagers, and adults. I provide face-to-face, online, and nature-based sessions using evidence-based, trauma-informed techniques for private and NDIS clients. My lived experience of neurodiversity helps me create neuro-affirming spaces for healing and growth. I view Community Art Therapy as a means to enhance emotional resilience and build meaningful connections through connections to storytelling and nature.
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We therefore, take a more hands on approach, using art, writing, music, imagery and movement in addition to the traditional ‘talk therapy’ to support you on your healing journery.
The Mind Clan is a Melbourne-based clinic offering psychology and counselling services for young adults aged between 18 and 35 years. Our psychologists and counsellors have specific experience and training in working with young people. We understand how difficult it can be for young people to express and share their thoughts and feelings with others, therefore our team work especially hard to tailor our treatment approaches to ensure young adults feel comfortable, supported, and safe to explore their deepest fears and concerns.
We therefore, take a more hands on approach, using art, writing, music, imagery and movement in addition to the traditional ‘talk therapy’ to support you on your healing journery.
The Mind Clan is a Melbourne-based clinic offering psychology and counselling services for young adults aged between 18 and 35 years. Our psychologists and counsellors have specific experience and training in working with young people. We understand how difficult it can be for young people to express and share their thoughts and feelings with others, therefore our team work especially hard to tailor our treatment approaches to ensure young adults feel comfortable, supported, and safe to explore their deepest fears and concerns.
![Photo of Mei Sze Goh, PACFA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/61e7bc4a-7c64-4384-8be3-4019fe66c1bb/1/320x400.png)
Mei is the Founder of Awakening Creative Therapies, and is a Sensorimotor Art Therapist and Counsellor.
Mei has extensive experience and expertise in childhood trauma, loss and grief, emotional dis-regulations, behavioural challenges, medical trauma and all support and therapy are to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential through evidence-based therapy in a safe, respectful and compassionate space.
Mei is the Founder of Awakening Creative Therapies, and is a Sensorimotor Art Therapist and Counsellor.
Mei has extensive experience and expertise in childhood trauma, loss and grief, emotional dis-regulations, behavioural challenges, medical trauma and all support and therapy are to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential through evidence-based therapy in a safe, respectful and compassionate space.
![Photo of Dalit Bar, MA, PACFA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/513d0ec8-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a registered clinical counsellor and art therapist with over 15 years in public and private practice in Melbourne. I have a passion for working with children and families, where I create a healing space and where I can enable clients to explore and understand the experience or events that are troubling them. I can help clients to feel empowered and improve their wellbeing.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and art therapist with over 15 years in public and private practice in Melbourne. I have a passion for working with children and families, where I create a healing space and where I can enable clients to explore and understand the experience or events that are troubling them. I can help clients to feel empowered and improve their wellbeing.
![Photo of Claudia G, AThR, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5d55646c-1059-43ab-80f6-f1996506b019/1/320x400.png)
Claudia works as an art therapist supporting victim/survivors of family violence.
Claudia facilitates group, individual and dyadic art therapy sessions with families, children, infants and adults. Claudia focuses on person - centered, strength based, and trauma informed perspectives. She integrates elements from a range of theory into her practice. Her interests include trauma research, neuroscience, holistic, and psychodynamic therapies such as gestalt therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Claudia has most experience working with individuals experiencing trauma/ (symptoms), family violence, eating disorders, cPTSD/PTSD, sexual assault, with children, and Neurodivergent individuals.
Claudia works as an art therapist supporting victim/survivors of family violence.
Claudia facilitates group, individual and dyadic art therapy sessions with families, children, infants and adults. Claudia focuses on person - centered, strength based, and trauma informed perspectives. She integrates elements from a range of theory into her practice. Her interests include trauma research, neuroscience, holistic, and psychodynamic therapies such as gestalt therapy and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Claudia has most experience working with individuals experiencing trauma/ (symptoms), family violence, eating disorders, cPTSD/PTSD, sexual assault, with children, and Neurodivergent individuals.
![Photo of Tracey R - Tracey - Your Inner Light, MC, ACA-L4, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/184d79ab-b833-419a-8f02-953328c0bd4f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tracey - Your Inner Light
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Elsternwick, VIC 3185 (Online Only)
This is achieved through a unique blend of talk therapy, meditation & breathwork, art therapy, mindful nutrition, menstrual cycle awareness, sound/energy healing, somatic/emotional release and ritual.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
This is achieved through a unique blend of talk therapy, meditation & breathwork, art therapy, mindful nutrition, menstrual cycle awareness, sound/energy healing, somatic/emotional release and ritual.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
![Photo of Meg Wilson, PACFA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a84436f-6ef0-437e-bc3a-e0b907cc0584/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'm a poly-friendly relationship specialist with over 10 years of experience working with adults in clinical settings and private practice. My qualifications include emotionally-focused therapy, person-centred therapy, art therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. I am the founder and lead therapist of Unison Mental Health where we have a special focus on issues relating to polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships, LGBTQIA+ communities and harm-reduction integration support for altered states.
I'm a poly-friendly relationship specialist with over 10 years of experience working with adults in clinical settings and private practice. My qualifications include emotionally-focused therapy, person-centred therapy, art therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. I am the founder and lead therapist of Unison Mental Health where we have a special focus on issues relating to polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships, LGBTQIA+ communities and harm-reduction integration support for altered states.
![Photo of Therese Raulin, MA, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/533ee077-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I specialise in developing an understanding of and treating children, adolescents and adults struggling to cope with challenges related to the past. I treat behavioural difficulties, emotional dysregulation and a broad range of presentations due to complex trauma. I have a particular interest in early life experience and the impact on attachment relationships. I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse. I undertake psychodynamic assessment and treatment that gets great results.
I specialise in developing an understanding of and treating children, adolescents and adults struggling to cope with challenges related to the past. I treat behavioural difficulties, emotional dysregulation and a broad range of presentations due to complex trauma. I have a particular interest in early life experience and the impact on attachment relationships. I am referred patients through Psychiatrists, Paediatricians, GPs and families seeking an alternative treatment to the usual medication focussed response to ADHD, ODD and ADD presentations and abuse. I undertake psychodynamic assessment and treatment that gets great results.
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Art Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.