Culturally Sensitive Counselling in East Melbourne, VIC
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Patricia Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I have completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I have worked with a variety of clients who needed support in various areas of functioning, both in the early intervention space and with populations presenting with prolonged difficulties. I have experience working with a range of psychological and emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance, trauma, PTSD, and schizophrenia.
I have completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). I have worked with a variety of clients who needed support in various areas of functioning, both in the early intervention space and with populations presenting with prolonged difficulties. I have experience working with a range of psychological and emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance, trauma, PTSD, and schizophrenia.
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Joel is a good-humoured and responsive Clinical Psychologist who cares deeply about the work he does. He has experience working in the public sector across adult and forensic mental health settings with individuals who have severe and enduring mental illness.
Joel is a good-humoured and responsive Clinical Psychologist who cares deeply about the work he does. He has experience working in the public sector across adult and forensic mental health settings with individuals who have severe and enduring mental illness.
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Dr Mariel Francina Sanchez-Rockliffe
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a fully registered counselling psychologist with over 24 years experience working with individuals, couples, families, and elderly clients. My aim is to help clients develop therapeutic goals and work with them to achieve lasting change. Drawing on my own experience of life transitions, I bring a personal perspective to counselling, helping people from different cultural backgrounds. My approach is friendly and practical in order to create a safe and comfortable environment in which to explore difficulties and realise positive change.
I am a fully registered counselling psychologist with over 24 years experience working with individuals, couples, families, and elderly clients. My aim is to help clients develop therapeutic goals and work with them to achieve lasting change. Drawing on my own experience of life transitions, I bring a personal perspective to counselling, helping people from different cultural backgrounds. My approach is friendly and practical in order to create a safe and comfortable environment in which to explore difficulties and realise positive change.
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I have a strong interest in cultivating culturally responsive and accessible practices in my work and in the wider mental health industry. I focus on cultivating strong therapeutic relationships with clients from different age groups, cultural and neurodivergent backgrounds through using collaborative intersectional frameworks and maintaining authenticity, empathy, and curiosity in the counselling space with a focus on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and more, using multiple modalities as and when needed by my clients. If this holistic approach aligns with you, please reach out and we can address any hesitations or questions you may have.
I have a strong interest in cultivating culturally responsive and accessible practices in my work and in the wider mental health industry. I focus on cultivating strong therapeutic relationships with clients from different age groups, cultural and neurodivergent backgrounds through using collaborative intersectional frameworks and maintaining authenticity, empathy, and curiosity in the counselling space with a focus on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy and more, using multiple modalities as and when needed by my clients. If this holistic approach aligns with you, please reach out and we can address any hesitations or questions you may have.
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Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
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My areas of focus are Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
My areas of focus are Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
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Anushka Phal
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
As a culturally responsive therapist, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultural identities, having grown up as a New Zealand-born Fijian Indian in Australia. I've experienced first-hand the frustration of seeking therapy that didn't address my cultural nuances. My goal is to offer a safe, representative, and empathetic space for all clients, regardless of their cultural backgrounds.
As a culturally responsive therapist, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultural identities, having grown up as a New Zealand-born Fijian Indian in Australia. I've experienced first-hand the frustration of seeking therapy that didn't address my cultural nuances. My goal is to offer a safe, representative, and empathetic space for all clients, regardless of their cultural backgrounds.
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Claudiana Souza Torres Arteiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I’m Claudiana, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist, counsellor and mental health social worker with extensive experience in helping individuals overcome challenges, find emotional well-being, and lead fulfilling lives. With a warm and empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My training and personal background have equipped me with the skills and knowledge to assist clients in navigating their mental health journeys effectively.
I’m Claudiana, a dedicated and compassionate psychotherapist, counsellor and mental health social worker with extensive experience in helping individuals overcome challenges, find emotional well-being, and lead fulfilling lives. With a warm and empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. My training and personal background have equipped me with the skills and knowledge to assist clients in navigating their mental health journeys effectively.
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Life often presents us with hurdles and challenges, and sometimes we require a supporting therapeutic relationship to help us regain strength. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, high levels of stress, grief and loss, the effects of trauma, self-esteem and identity issues, concerns about body image, relationship troubles, issues at work, heightened emotions, or existential concerns. These concerns may be new, or long-standing; mild, or severe. These are all normal experiences, but that doesn't mean you should face them alone.
Life often presents us with hurdles and challenges, and sometimes we require a supporting therapeutic relationship to help us regain strength. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, high levels of stress, grief and loss, the effects of trauma, self-esteem and identity issues, concerns about body image, relationship troubles, issues at work, heightened emotions, or existential concerns. These concerns may be new, or long-standing; mild, or severe. These are all normal experiences, but that doesn't mean you should face them alone.
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Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship with your family or you are dealing with challenges at work or in your life, a therapeutic relationship can help you. I have extensive training in the integrative approach to psychotherapy and more than a decade of expertise in the practice of yoga and bodywork. For this reason, I work with both mind and body awareness. I draw upon different evidence-based models and theories to create a treatment that addresses your unique experiences and concerns.
Whether you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship with your family or you are dealing with challenges at work or in your life, a therapeutic relationship can help you. I have extensive training in the integrative approach to psychotherapy and more than a decade of expertise in the practice of yoga and bodywork. For this reason, I work with both mind and body awareness. I draw upon different evidence-based models and theories to create a treatment that addresses your unique experiences and concerns.
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Edenn Baczyk
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002 (Online Only)
I'm Edenn, a passionate and approachable Psychologist. My approach is collaborative, flexible and guided by taking the time to understand your individuality and experiences. This allows therapy to be a space where you are able to build a deeper understanding of yourself and work towards goals that are important to you and your wellbeing. I work with adults across many areas of mental health and wellbeing and have a passion for helping others understand their attachment styles and regulate emotions to improve the quality and understanding around relationship patterns.
I'm Edenn, a passionate and approachable Psychologist. My approach is collaborative, flexible and guided by taking the time to understand your individuality and experiences. This allows therapy to be a space where you are able to build a deeper understanding of yourself and work towards goals that are important to you and your wellbeing. I work with adults across many areas of mental health and wellbeing and have a passion for helping others understand their attachment styles and regulate emotions to improve the quality and understanding around relationship patterns.
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Agnieszka Mazus (Atenta)
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Empathetic and client-centric relationship counsellor registered with PACFA. I help couples and adult individuals, in person (East Melbourne / Richmond) and through telehealth. My goal is to make every client feel heard, understood, and professionally supported. I understand how the demands of modern life put pressure on relationships and I bring my heart and mind to the counselling room. I believe that change is possible, people can feel better with themselves and others, and build fulfilling, lasting relationships. I am sensitive to culture, individual experience and mental health diagnosis and honor client autonomy.
Empathetic and client-centric relationship counsellor registered with PACFA. I help couples and adult individuals, in person (East Melbourne / Richmond) and through telehealth. My goal is to make every client feel heard, understood, and professionally supported. I understand how the demands of modern life put pressure on relationships and I bring my heart and mind to the counselling room. I believe that change is possible, people can feel better with themselves and others, and build fulfilling, lasting relationships. I am sensitive to culture, individual experience and mental health diagnosis and honor client autonomy.
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Managing difficult emotions, such as feeling down or depressed, sadness, anger, guilt, shame, feelings of emptiness or insecurity Managing mood swings and chronic mood disturbances Reducing stress and burnout Treatment of anxiety disorders including Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks Reducing harm from impulsive behaviours Adjustment to and management of major life events Coping with grief and bereavement Experience related to living with chronic illness Problems related to traumatic experience or abuse Managing distress related to body image concerns Experiences related to identifying as LGBTIQA Difficulties with identity, self-esteem or self-image
Managing difficult emotions, such as feeling down or depressed, sadness, anger, guilt, shame, feelings of emptiness or insecurity Managing mood swings and chronic mood disturbances Reducing stress and burnout Treatment of anxiety disorders including Generalized Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Phobias, and Panic Attacks Reducing harm from impulsive behaviours Adjustment to and management of major life events Coping with grief and bereavement Experience related to living with chronic illness Problems related to traumatic experience or abuse Managing distress related to body image concerns Experiences related to identifying as LGBTIQA Difficulties with identity, self-esteem or self-image
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Transformative Health Coaching has been borne out of my commitment to change the approach to eating, exercise & perception of fitness. I have intentionally stepped away from traditional clinical treatment towards a preventative model of health. I offer my clients a personalised diet and exercise health plan that has been customised based on their unique bio-medical data to get the best outcomes and on-going coaching and counselling support to help overcome any mental/emotional barriers that might stand in the way of their success
Transformative Health Coaching has been borne out of my commitment to change the approach to eating, exercise & perception of fitness. I have intentionally stepped away from traditional clinical treatment towards a preventative model of health. I offer my clients a personalised diet and exercise health plan that has been customised based on their unique bio-medical data to get the best outcomes and on-going coaching and counselling support to help overcome any mental/emotional barriers that might stand in the way of their success
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Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
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Hi, my name is Ravina and I am a Psychologist who works with a wide range of presentations and communities. I pride myself on my ability to create a safe, empathetic and approachable space for clients, allowing for authenticity and enabling us to do our best therapeutic work. I have a special interest working with trauma in all its forms, and am trained in different modalities which allow me to help tackle the impact that trauma has had on an individual’s daily functioning as well as their deeper sense of identity and relational patterns.
Hi, my name is Ravina and I am a Psychologist who works with a wide range of presentations and communities. I pride myself on my ability to create a safe, empathetic and approachable space for clients, allowing for authenticity and enabling us to do our best therapeutic work. I have a special interest working with trauma in all its forms, and am trained in different modalities which allow me to help tackle the impact that trauma has had on an individual’s daily functioning as well as their deeper sense of identity and relational patterns.
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Trauma is a deeply personal and complex experience. Often, you may find yourself feeling stuck or unable to move past your trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, afraid, and/or angry. Trauma can be a deeply isolating experience, and it's not uncommon for you to feel like no one else can truly understand what you are going through. It can sometimes feel like you are carrying a heavy burden that you can't share with others. This may make you feel even more alone and disconnected. Sometimes, you might find it difficult to trust others. You may be grappling with strong emotions like shame, guilt, and self-blame.
Trauma is a deeply personal and complex experience. Often, you may find yourself feeling stuck or unable to move past your trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, afraid, and/or angry. Trauma can be a deeply isolating experience, and it's not uncommon for you to feel like no one else can truly understand what you are going through. It can sometimes feel like you are carrying a heavy burden that you can't share with others. This may make you feel even more alone and disconnected. Sometimes, you might find it difficult to trust others. You may be grappling with strong emotions like shame, guilt, and self-blame.
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I am a passionate Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor with many years of experience working with clients from a range of backgrounds. I am bilingual (English/Arabic) and can provide tailored counselling to individuals suffering from depression, anxiety disorder, PTSD and trauma among other conditions. Please reach out if you would like to kickstart your journey towards greater well-being together.
I am a passionate Counsellor and Counselling Supervisor with many years of experience working with clients from a range of backgrounds. I am bilingual (English/Arabic) and can provide tailored counselling to individuals suffering from depression, anxiety disorder, PTSD and trauma among other conditions. Please reach out if you would like to kickstart your journey towards greater well-being together.
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TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
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Natasha is a registered psychotherapist with a Master's in Counselling. Natasha enjoys engaging with clients through her warm, humorous style fostering a collaborative approach. Being raised within a Malaysian-Indian community gave Natasha an understanding and appreciation of the unique intricacies that exist within diverse communities. Her commitment to cultural sensitivity, community-based value systems and sex-positivity ensures that clients from various backgrounds feel understood and supported.
Natasha is a registered psychotherapist with a Master's in Counselling. Natasha enjoys engaging with clients through her warm, humorous style fostering a collaborative approach. Being raised within a Malaysian-Indian community gave Natasha an understanding and appreciation of the unique intricacies that exist within diverse communities. Her commitment to cultural sensitivity, community-based value systems and sex-positivity ensures that clients from various backgrounds feel understood and supported.
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Culturally Sensitive Counsellors
How does culturally sensitive therapy work?
A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.
How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?
Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?
While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.
Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?
Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.