Female Counselling in Croydon South, VIC
![Photo of Kate Reimer - Doongalla Counselling, PACFA, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/342a381b-5685-4a93-9675-0a8189abbc91/1/320x400.jpeg)
With a particular interest in trauma recovery, Kate prioritises a safe, confidential and empathic therapy space. It is in such an environment that a collaborative therapeutic relationship may be developed to facilitate client goals. These goals may consist of developing emotional regulation, recovering from childhood trauma, establishing communication skills, enhancing self-care practices or any other number of goals. Individuals may engage with short-term counselling or longer therapeutic work to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict and personal development.
With a particular interest in trauma recovery, Kate prioritises a safe, confidential and empathic therapy space. It is in such an environment that a collaborative therapeutic relationship may be developed to facilitate client goals. These goals may consist of developing emotional regulation, recovering from childhood trauma, establishing communication skills, enhancing self-care practices or any other number of goals. Individuals may engage with short-term counselling or longer therapeutic work to address issues such as depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem issues, relationship conflict and personal development.
![Photo of Paulina Stanek - PS Counselling Services, ACA-L1, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8654bf51-7a63-4dca-be96-465653630add/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! I am Paulina. As an integrative counsellor, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome a variety of psychological and emotional issues. My background in humanities and psychology, as well as my experience of living in multiple countries, has given me a unique perspective on the importance of addressing not only the mind but also the body and lifestyle habits in the healing process. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviours, and work towards achieving a greater sense of self-awareness and well-being.
Hello! I am Paulina. As an integrative counsellor, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome a variety of psychological and emotional issues. My background in humanities and psychology, as well as my experience of living in multiple countries, has given me a unique perspective on the importance of addressing not only the mind but also the body and lifestyle habits in the healing process. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and behaviours, and work towards achieving a greater sense of self-awareness and well-being.
![Photo of Karen Fisher, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/543e30ab-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
![Photo of Lisa Ritchie, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f1b7ddde-fd2d-4486-a100-be50d816abbe/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa is a Counselling Psychologist who is warm, approachable and has worked with people facing all kinds of difficulties. Lisa enjoys assisting people to close the gap between where they are now and the life they really want. This may involve fostering self-compassion, dismantling a sneaky inner critic or exploring long-held family patterns contributing to people-pleasing and self sacrifice. Lisa assists people who are feeling 'blah' and 'meh' to move towards fulfilled and thriving. This occurs through reconnection to self, sometimes after years of conditioning and "shoulds" from others and society.
Lisa is a Counselling Psychologist who is warm, approachable and has worked with people facing all kinds of difficulties. Lisa enjoys assisting people to close the gap between where they are now and the life they really want. This may involve fostering self-compassion, dismantling a sneaky inner critic or exploring long-held family patterns contributing to people-pleasing and self sacrifice. Lisa assists people who are feeling 'blah' and 'meh' to move towards fulfilled and thriving. This occurs through reconnection to self, sometimes after years of conditioning and "shoulds" from others and society.
![Photo of Martina Blanarik, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c40ac85c-713b-49a8-9197-91f945af4657/1/320x400.jpeg)
Offering psychology therapy services for primary school children and young adolescents. Conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism using Migdas-2, ADHD assessment, cognitive/educational assessments WPPSI-IV, WISC-V, WAIS and WIAT-III, including adaptive behaviour assessments.
Offering psychology therapy services for primary school children and young adolescents. Conducting diagnostic assessments for Autism using Migdas-2, ADHD assessment, cognitive/educational assessments WPPSI-IV, WISC-V, WAIS and WIAT-III, including adaptive behaviour assessments.
![Photo of Tamra Kamalesh - TK Psychotherapy, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6f5eb5dd-ba3c-44c2-a53b-1d9085542cd6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tamra is a psychologist who commenced her career working as a holistic practitioner. She completed a Master of Science in Cross-Cultural Psychology while living in the United Kingdom for 10 years. On her return to Melbourne in 2009 she completed a Masters of Counselling Psychology. Tamra then began working in Custodial and Correctional services, initially facilitating Drug and Alcohol programs in private prisons before working as a Forensic Clinician. Alongside this work she has provided services to clients in the private practice setting for over a decade.
Tamra is a psychologist who commenced her career working as a holistic practitioner. She completed a Master of Science in Cross-Cultural Psychology while living in the United Kingdom for 10 years. On her return to Melbourne in 2009 she completed a Masters of Counselling Psychology. Tamra then began working in Custodial and Correctional services, initially facilitating Drug and Alcohol programs in private prisons before working as a Forensic Clinician. Alongside this work she has provided services to clients in the private practice setting for over a decade.
![Photo of Dr Rashika Perera Gomez, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0eb32e66-6404-4baf-8951-0cd2aa4308d8/3/320x400.jpeg)
Dr Rashika Perera Gomez
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Croydon South, VIC 3136
Dr Rashika Gomez is a Clinical Psychologist and has been working in private practice since 2010. She is experienced in working across a diversity of patient demographics and needs. She has previously worked at the University of Melbourne, the Royal Children’s Hospital, the Monash Medical Centre, and Foundation House.
Dr Rashika Gomez is a Clinical Psychologist and has been working in private practice since 2010. She is experienced in working across a diversity of patient demographics and needs. She has previously worked at the University of Melbourne, the Royal Children’s Hospital, the Monash Medical Centre, and Foundation House.
![Photo of Rebecca Black, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1b388036-f673-4bf1-9800-8acb65cae2f3/1/320x400.jpeg)
After having her own child, Rebecca discovered her passion for pregnancy, birth and babies… and has a special interest in supporting women throughout their perinatal journey. Rebecca appreciates the range of difficulties that women can experience in relation to conception, pregnancy, birth and motherhood, and believes that having the support of a warm, non-judgmental and compassionate person can make a significant difference.
After having her own child, Rebecca discovered her passion for pregnancy, birth and babies… and has a special interest in supporting women throughout their perinatal journey. Rebecca appreciates the range of difficulties that women can experience in relation to conception, pregnancy, birth and motherhood, and believes that having the support of a warm, non-judgmental and compassionate person can make a significant difference.
![Photo of Rowena Louise Harris - Rowena Harris Counselling, MA, ACA-L2, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e11e91f7-d560-4a57-9b45-82b5218704eb/3/320x400.jpeg)
Rowena Harris Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Croydon South, VIC 3136 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Rowena is a dedicated, caring Generalist Counsellor and Hypnotherapist with personal experience with ADHD and years of experience with adults and children.ie such as past and present issues of anxiety and depression and behavioural issues. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and provides a safe environment and space for her clients for open discussions and offers face-to-face and Online (Zoom) sessions. Rowena is bound by the Ethical & Moral Guidelines set through the ACA when it comes to client confidentiality always with the best interest of clients in her care.
Rowena is a dedicated, caring Generalist Counsellor and Hypnotherapist with personal experience with ADHD and years of experience with adults and children.ie such as past and present issues of anxiety and depression and behavioural issues. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and provides a safe environment and space for her clients for open discussions and offers face-to-face and Online (Zoom) sessions. Rowena is bound by the Ethical & Moral Guidelines set through the ACA when it comes to client confidentiality always with the best interest of clients in her care.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Irene Landouris, AASW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9cd0d4c-8c4d-4d8c-aa88-3e0bde6f28dc/2/320x400.jpeg)
My care is client-centred while sharing my experiential insights and pathways in helping you navigate your journey moving forward. I believe establishing trust, safety and consistency in the therapeutic relationship is key to supporting individual growth and change. I work towards developing a shared understanding about your difficulties and life story, and together we will decide on a treatment approach and create a plan that works best for you. The disciplines I have specialised in, assist me to use various treatment approaches that align with your core needs and care.
My care is client-centred while sharing my experiential insights and pathways in helping you navigate your journey moving forward. I believe establishing trust, safety and consistency in the therapeutic relationship is key to supporting individual growth and change. I work towards developing a shared understanding about your difficulties and life story, and together we will decide on a treatment approach and create a plan that works best for you. The disciplines I have specialised in, assist me to use various treatment approaches that align with your core needs and care.
![Photo of Imelda Westworth, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ac432fc9-a5dd-4f29-94b8-7e5595872619/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
![Photo of Colleen Denise Cahill - Mindfulness Matters, AMHSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/503dcffd-0a9f-44f7-850a-64dd88775767/3/320x400.jpeg)
Feeling out of sorts? Relationships not working? People not understanding? Feeling alone? Wanting to change life, change relationships, change patterns of behaviour? I can assist you in clarifying your thought patterns and develop new strategies to enjoy positive and emotional wellbeing in your daily life including your relationship with others. Managing issues relating to Child abuse? Family violence? Sexual assault? Experiencing Post Traumatic Stress disorder that leaves you feeling confused, dissociated, angry, highly anxious or fearful? Together we can work through these issues and regain a sense of emotional wellbeing
Feeling out of sorts? Relationships not working? People not understanding? Feeling alone? Wanting to change life, change relationships, change patterns of behaviour? I can assist you in clarifying your thought patterns and develop new strategies to enjoy positive and emotional wellbeing in your daily life including your relationship with others. Managing issues relating to Child abuse? Family violence? Sexual assault? Experiencing Post Traumatic Stress disorder that leaves you feeling confused, dissociated, angry, highly anxious or fearful? Together we can work through these issues and regain a sense of emotional wellbeing
![Photo of Rebekah Jones, ACA-L2, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a76af4b-2531-4188-8a8a-8a8fd0b57df3/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a qualified counsellor with a passion for working with couples, relationships, families, adolescents and individuals. My expertise areas are couples therapy, dugs and alcohol, trauma, ADHD and general depression and anxiety disorders. I worked in the social services for over 7 years as case manager, counsellor and group facilitator and now work in private practice full time. Over 4 years was spent specifically in drug and alcohol and have completed the 4 core competencies required by the Victorian Government to work in this field.
I am a qualified counsellor with a passion for working with couples, relationships, families, adolescents and individuals. My expertise areas are couples therapy, dugs and alcohol, trauma, ADHD and general depression and anxiety disorders. I worked in the social services for over 7 years as case manager, counsellor and group facilitator and now work in private practice full time. Over 4 years was spent specifically in drug and alcohol and have completed the 4 core competencies required by the Victorian Government to work in this field.
![Photo of May Lu, MA, ACA-L1, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/763f0435-649a-4c4b-abeb-d3ee8c789511/3/320x400.jpeg)
Are you experiencing the following: Excessive worry or fear; tense in muscle? Headache when stress; Can’t sleep well or early wake up; lose interest in something that you used to enjoy or overly avoid something or some people? Easily to get tired? Emotion up and down? Or feeling like life is meaningless? It might seem scary. But it is normal because everyone can experience tough time. you can get through the tough time and get back on track with necessary support from professionals.
Are you experiencing the following: Excessive worry or fear; tense in muscle? Headache when stress; Can’t sleep well or early wake up; lose interest in something that you used to enjoy or overly avoid something or some people? Easily to get tired? Emotion up and down? Or feeling like life is meaningless? It might seem scary. But it is normal because everyone can experience tough time. you can get through the tough time and get back on track with necessary support from professionals.
![Photo of Natalie Greggor - Banksia Art Therapy - Natalie Greggor, PACFA, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/21d280c2-5f4e-4166-8a85-53e05685f134/2/320x400.jpeg)
Banksia Art Therapy - Natalie Greggor
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Ringwood North, VIC 3134
In my role as a creative arts therapist, I adopt a holistic approach that embraces both the mind and body. My purpose is to collaboratively cultivate a welcoming, genuine, non-judgmental, secure, and safe environment. This space is designed to empower you to embark on your therapeutic journey. My approach is centred on you as an individual, with our work together evolving session by session based on your unique needs.
In my role as a creative arts therapist, I adopt a holistic approach that embraces both the mind and body. My purpose is to collaboratively cultivate a welcoming, genuine, non-judgmental, secure, and safe environment. This space is designed to empower you to embark on your therapeutic journey. My approach is centred on you as an individual, with our work together evolving session by session based on your unique needs.
![Photo of Iris Ravelle Lockyer, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/525bf0e5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Iris Ravelle Lockyer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ringwood, VIC 3134 (Online Only)
Iris is a counselling psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with adults in individual therapy. She is passionate about working collaboratively with clients towards healing, growth, and wholeness. She is a non-judgemental clinician with a warm, gentle style. Iris is a neurodivergent therapist, and she is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and aware.
Iris is a counselling psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with adults in individual therapy. She is passionate about working collaboratively with clients towards healing, growth, and wholeness. She is a non-judgemental clinician with a warm, gentle style. Iris is a neurodivergent therapist, and she is LGBTQIA+ affirmative and aware.
![Photo of Sally Kanno, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fd4d854-e4d4-4330-8fa2-f14c64f384e1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sally is passionate about all things psychology and health. She is an attentive and warm psychologist and her practice values are based upon empathy, compassion, and acceptance. Her focus is to help individuals heal from trauma & anxiety, and become aware of their inner strengths. She achieves this by providing a safe and grounding space to share and be heard, providing focused, treatment plans that help ease mental pain, dispel grief, and replace fear with purpose. Developing self-worth & self-belief, helping individuals to gain the ability to take back control of their lives.
Sally is passionate about all things psychology and health. She is an attentive and warm psychologist and her practice values are based upon empathy, compassion, and acceptance. Her focus is to help individuals heal from trauma & anxiety, and become aware of their inner strengths. She achieves this by providing a safe and grounding space to share and be heard, providing focused, treatment plans that help ease mental pain, dispel grief, and replace fear with purpose. Developing self-worth & self-belief, helping individuals to gain the ability to take back control of their lives.
![Photo of Jasmine Fuller, MA, AThR, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5c2cc97d-6908-4489-941e-7054e13ca381/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hi there! I am a registered outreach Art Therapist and Counsellor who services the southeast, east and northeast suburbs. It’s my goal to help you achieve yours in a friendly and safe environment. I have current capacity, and will come to you :)
Hi there! I am a registered outreach Art Therapist and Counsellor who services the southeast, east and northeast suburbs. It’s my goal to help you achieve yours in a friendly and safe environment. I have current capacity, and will come to you :)
![Photo of Bahareh Khalili, PsyBA Prov, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c1b9aa0a-2120-45d7-937f-902d74f39849/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a compassionate therapist fluent in English, Farsi, and Dari, I specialise in guiding individuals through challenges towards healing and self-discovery. With a steadfast commitment to your well-being, I offer tailored support and evidence-based interventions to empower you on your journey. Your trust is my highest priority, and I'm committed to supporting you every step of the way.
As a compassionate therapist fluent in English, Farsi, and Dari, I specialise in guiding individuals through challenges towards healing and self-discovery. With a steadfast commitment to your well-being, I offer tailored support and evidence-based interventions to empower you on your journey. Your trust is my highest priority, and I'm committed to supporting you every step of the way.
![Photo of Thea Baker - Thea Baker Wellbeing, MA, PACFA, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2c404c74-9129-4fc3-b2c8-a5db3abc9b8a/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a counsellor and body-based psychotherapist with special interests in all aspects women’s health, trauma and couples therapy. I work collaboratively with clients to find a place of healing and recovery and I'm not the kind of therapist that is ok with “feeling better” if better is still a long way off being truly well. That’s why I feel such an affinity with the word ‘wellbeing’. as it is much more than the absence of disease or illness. Wellbeing is a multidimensional mix of getting your physical, mental and social health in balance, and I have a team of Counsellors working at the practice to support you in your healing.
I am a counsellor and body-based psychotherapist with special interests in all aspects women’s health, trauma and couples therapy. I work collaboratively with clients to find a place of healing and recovery and I'm not the kind of therapist that is ok with “feeling better” if better is still a long way off being truly well. That’s why I feel such an affinity with the word ‘wellbeing’. as it is much more than the absence of disease or illness. Wellbeing is a multidimensional mix of getting your physical, mental and social health in balance, and I have a team of Counsellors working at the practice to support you in your healing.
See more therapy options for Croydon South
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Croydon South
- Bayswater
- Boronia
- Croydon
- Croydon Hills
- Croydon North
- Heathmont
- Kilsyth
- Mooroolbark
- Ringwood
- Ringwood East
- Ringwood North
- Warranwood
Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.