Female Counselling in Huntly, VIC

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Ali Burley
Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntly, VIC 3551
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
Life can be exhilarating and scary at the same time. Figuring out what’s important to us and how to get it can be tricky. I particularly love working with 15-25 year olds and anyone who still feels like a big kid..so let’s talk...0402437406. Want to clarify how you got to be who you are? Need help to accept your likeable and not so likeable self? Want to explore your identity and establish your independence? Relationships not going the way you would like?
(03) 8771 5947 View (03) 8771 5947
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Sylvia Charlton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Huntly, VIC 3551
Do you experience the impact of past trauma in your day to day life? Do you experience flashbacks, nightmares, or are triggered by certain things associated with memories from events that happened in the past? I can help you to understand your autonomic nervous system and why you experience defensive reactions such as fight, flight and freeze in certain situations long after the traumatic event happened. I can help you to recognise when the triggers impact your nervous system and your reaction to them. We can work towards returning the trauma to the past where it belongs, and restore your felt sense of safety.
Do you experience the impact of past trauma in your day to day life? Do you experience flashbacks, nightmares, or are triggered by certain things associated with memories from events that happened in the past? I can help you to understand your autonomic nervous system and why you experience defensive reactions such as fight, flight and freeze in certain situations long after the traumatic event happened. I can help you to recognise when the triggers impact your nervous system and your reaction to them. We can work towards returning the trauma to the past where it belongs, and restore your felt sense of safety.
(03) 4427 9997 View (03) 4427 9997

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Katie Varallo
Counsellor, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Strathfieldsaye, VIC 3551
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
Play, create, move and more, to inquire into your inner worlds, develop a deeper sense of self, and build stronger connections to self, others, and the world around. Trauma limits our capacity to see ourselves as we truly are. Playful and creative therapies can strengthen our sense of self, and support healing for both children who have experienced trauma, and adults who have experienced childhood trauma.
(03) 4420 3903 View (03) 4420 3903
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Golden Point Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Maldon, VIC 3463
I am a Mental Health Social Worker/Therapist (Medicare available), practicing in Bendigo & Online. I specialise in supporting women, young adults and Neurodivergent clients. I help those seeking affirming or positive counselling for ADHD & Autism, Trauma, Family Violence and Mental Health. I work with the complexity of issues presenting across these areas and support people to understand and develop effective coping strategies for associated trauma and other mental health challenges. I am passionate about working with clients who have felt excluded from therapy or have struggled to feel 'seen and heard' in their lives.
I am a Mental Health Social Worker/Therapist (Medicare available), practicing in Bendigo & Online. I specialise in supporting women, young adults and Neurodivergent clients. I help those seeking affirming or positive counselling for ADHD & Autism, Trauma, Family Violence and Mental Health. I work with the complexity of issues presenting across these areas and support people to understand and develop effective coping strategies for associated trauma and other mental health challenges. I am passionate about working with clients who have felt excluded from therapy or have struggled to feel 'seen and heard' in their lives.
(03) 4427 9927 View (03) 4427 9927
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Your Wise Counselling
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot, VIC 3551
I have been privileged to meet people from all walks of life who have added so much value to both my personal and professional development. I have worked within the Community Services and Mental Health Services Sector now for approximately 19 years. Over this time, I have met and supported people living in nursing homes who were at their end stage of life, people with differing abilities, and individuals that are confined within the Victorian prison system. I have also facilitated men’s behaviour change programs for both mandated and non-mandated members, supporting them to understand the differences between abusive and non-abusive
I have been privileged to meet people from all walks of life who have added so much value to both my personal and professional development. I have worked within the Community Services and Mental Health Services Sector now for approximately 19 years. Over this time, I have met and supported people living in nursing homes who were at their end stage of life, people with differing abilities, and individuals that are confined within the Victorian prison system. I have also facilitated men’s behaviour change programs for both mandated and non-mandated members, supporting them to understand the differences between abusive and non-abusive
(03) 4420 3544 View (03) 4420 3544

Online Therapists

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Better Way Psychology - Wendy Doyle
Psychologist, MA, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Canterbury, VIC 3126
Heal, strengthen, and reconnect with your own energy to design the authentic and purposeful life you want. Many environments and life experiences steer us off track and leave us reliant on survival modes, unhelpful patterns, relationships or routines. I will use all my skills and knowledge to support and empower you to learn different ways to accept yourself, thrive and build healthy relationships with others. Every step you take to invest in yourself results in an equally powerful investment in those around you. "If not now, when?"
Heal, strengthen, and reconnect with your own energy to design the authentic and purposeful life you want. Many environments and life experiences steer us off track and leave us reliant on survival modes, unhelpful patterns, relationships or routines. I will use all my skills and knowledge to support and empower you to learn different ways to accept yourself, thrive and build healthy relationships with others. Every step you take to invest in yourself results in an equally powerful investment in those around you. "If not now, when?"
(03) 9069 9785 View (03) 9069 9785
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Paula-Jane Buckland
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Brunswick East, VIC 3057
Paula-Jane is an accredited mental health counsellor and sex therapist working with individuals and intimate couples; providing care for a diverse range of issues and concerns. The greatest joy of her role is seeing people leaving her care feeling content, lighter and calm within themselves and hope for their future. Paula-Jane is committed to holding a space that is calm accepting trusting safe and welcoming, allowing you to feel at ease and move at a pace comfortable to you. Welcoming all people from different communities, lifestyles and abilities.
Paula-Jane is an accredited mental health counsellor and sex therapist working with individuals and intimate couples; providing care for a diverse range of issues and concerns. The greatest joy of her role is seeing people leaving her care feeling content, lighter and calm within themselves and hope for their future. Paula-Jane is committed to holding a space that is calm accepting trusting safe and welcoming, allowing you to feel at ease and move at a pace comfortable to you. Welcoming all people from different communities, lifestyles and abilities.
(03) 8338 4767 View (03) 8338 4767
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Brielle Thomson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ringwood, VIC 3134
Counselling and support for women who are wanting support or counselling around conception, pregnancy, difficult or traumatic birth experience, transition to motherhood, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, loss of identity, relationship changes, pregnancy or infant loss, and parenting.
Counselling and support for women who are wanting support or counselling around conception, pregnancy, difficult or traumatic birth experience, transition to motherhood, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, loss of identity, relationship changes, pregnancy or infant loss, and parenting.
0493 670 485 View 0493 670 485
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Shannon Morley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kew East, VIC 3102
Shannon is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, young adults and families. She is passionate about her work and sharing in the growth and empowerment of her clients. After working in community health, not for profit, school settings and private practice, she brings warmth, humour, curiosity and compassion as you work together to understand from a client centred perspective. Shannon is a Board Approved Supervisor and welcomes enquiries from generalist psychologists working within schools and other settings.
Shannon is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, parents, young adults and families. She is passionate about her work and sharing in the growth and empowerment of her clients. After working in community health, not for profit, school settings and private practice, she brings warmth, humour, curiosity and compassion as you work together to understand from a client centred perspective. Shannon is a Board Approved Supervisor and welcomes enquiries from generalist psychologists working within schools and other settings.
(03) 7003 2518 View (03) 7003 2518
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Hart&Seek
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Essendon North, VIC 3041
My work is dedicated to adolescent girls and adult woman who are looking to redefine their relationship to themselves. I am dedicated to emotional safety and the mind-body-soul connection. I honour the philosophy of 'no bad parts' and truly hope to inspire women to accept themselves wholly, because every part of us has a story to tell. I help women navigate the complexities of modern life, relationship issues, anxiety, identity development, academic pressure, balancing multiple roles (such as 'mother'), burnout, defensive responses and transitional moments. I aim to help women to connect more deeply to their body, mind and spirit.
My work is dedicated to adolescent girls and adult woman who are looking to redefine their relationship to themselves. I am dedicated to emotional safety and the mind-body-soul connection. I honour the philosophy of 'no bad parts' and truly hope to inspire women to accept themselves wholly, because every part of us has a story to tell. I help women navigate the complexities of modern life, relationship issues, anxiety, identity development, academic pressure, balancing multiple roles (such as 'mother'), burnout, defensive responses and transitional moments. I aim to help women to connect more deeply to their body, mind and spirit.
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Belinda Ann Seymour-Wright
Psychologist, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Templestowe Lower, VIC 3107  (Online Only)
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, children, teens, couples and parents and providing supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years as a registered psychologist I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful people in private practice, community settings and not for profit organizations, in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges.
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, children, teens, couples and parents and providing supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years as a registered psychologist I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful people in private practice, community settings and not for profit organizations, in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges.
(03) 8400 0336 View (03) 8400 0336
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Rachel Purchase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I have a strong interest in supporting women and girls to foster a positive self-image through self-compassion and self-awareness. My work centres on recognising and processing trauma, as well treating depression, anxiety, body-image dissatisfaction, grief, and relationship difficulties. I also work with women through the perinatal and postnatal period. In addition to therapeutic work, I conduct clinical assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seek to facilitate empowered and affirming relationships with neurodiversity.
I have a strong interest in supporting women and girls to foster a positive self-image through self-compassion and self-awareness. My work centres on recognising and processing trauma, as well treating depression, anxiety, body-image dissatisfaction, grief, and relationship difficulties. I also work with women through the perinatal and postnatal period. In addition to therapeutic work, I conduct clinical assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seek to facilitate empowered and affirming relationships with neurodiversity.
(03) 7003 2174 View (03) 7003 2174
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Loretta Bell
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Saint Kilda, VIC 3182
Helping couples & individuals with relationship issues (improve insight, self-reflection & acceptance). Working with relationship dynamics to improve conflict, recover from affairs, & manage change & life transitions & interpersonal emotional reactions, thoughts, & feelings. Helping clients understand repetitive, unwanted patterns helps people step out of the fray & gain a meta-perspective allowing choices. I don't work with seriour interpersonal violence (physical or emotional) or prepare Court reports/reports, or act as an expert witness).
Helping couples & individuals with relationship issues (improve insight, self-reflection & acceptance). Working with relationship dynamics to improve conflict, recover from affairs, & manage change & life transitions & interpersonal emotional reactions, thoughts, & feelings. Helping clients understand repetitive, unwanted patterns helps people step out of the fray & gain a meta-perspective allowing choices. I don't work with seriour interpersonal violence (physical or emotional) or prepare Court reports/reports, or act as an expert witness).
(03) 9068 5472 View (03) 9068 5472
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Jes Anderberg
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Preston, VIC 3072  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Jes is a integrative therapist, who helps clients to safely explore themselves and their experiences more deeply, in ways that don't just rely on the intellect. With a warm and validating approach, this process is well suited to people who are feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, or who are having a challenging time in life and need to find a way forward.
Jes is a integrative therapist, who helps clients to safely explore themselves and their experiences more deeply, in ways that don't just rely on the intellect. With a warm and validating approach, this process is well suited to people who are feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, or who are having a challenging time in life and need to find a way forward.
(03) 9344 1636 View (03) 9344 1636
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toczek counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, VIC 3056
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist based in Melbourne's inner-city. My professional background encompasses 15 years of experience in different and diversified mental health roles including: clinical and leadership roles in a growing and expanding public health system and running my own counselling practise where I work with individuals, couples and families experiencing different life challenges incl. adjustments to challenging life situations, mental health and trauma experience. My approach to my clinical work is holistic and client centred aiming to empower individuals' to achieve their life goal
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist based in Melbourne's inner-city. My professional background encompasses 15 years of experience in different and diversified mental health roles including: clinical and leadership roles in a growing and expanding public health system and running my own counselling practise where I work with individuals, couples and families experiencing different life challenges incl. adjustments to challenging life situations, mental health and trauma experience. My approach to my clinical work is holistic and client centred aiming to empower individuals' to achieve their life goal
(03) 7003 2706 View (03) 7003 2706
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Cheyne R Bull
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
(03) 9118 9090 View (03) 9118 9090
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Judith Minster
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
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.
(03) 9070 5310 View (03) 9070 5310
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Hopeful Mind Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Box Hill South, VIC 3128
Hello, my name is Fina, and I'm a registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with people aged 16 and above who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex PTSD, personality disorders, dissociation, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
Hello, my name is Fina, and I'm a registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with people aged 16 and above who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex PTSD, personality disorders, dissociation, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
(03) 7500 5129 View (03) 7500 5129
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Sophie Glynn
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Saint Kilda, VIC 3182
Sophie (she/her) is committed to providing clients with a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to explore their concerns and feel heard. She endeavors to empower individuals by helping them to recognise their strengths and approach their goals/concerns with self-compassion and curiosity. Sophie primarily draws upon a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, however, may incorporate skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) depending on her client’s individual needs.
Sophie (she/her) is committed to providing clients with a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to explore their concerns and feel heard. She endeavors to empower individuals by helping them to recognise their strengths and approach their goals/concerns with self-compassion and curiosity. Sophie primarily draws upon a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, however, may incorporate skills from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) depending on her client’s individual needs.
(03) 7003 2201 View (03) 7003 2201
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Julie Donnelly
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Moonee Ponds, VIC 3039
If you are looking for support for life's challenges due to change, transition or trauma, I welcome your enquiry and contact. I am an experienced Counsellor who loves working with individuals to support changes in their lives. Whether you are coping with bereavement, grief and loss, anxiety or depression, relationship issues or simply feel stuck in life, we will work together to find new insights and identify your strengths and coping skills.
If you are looking for support for life's challenges due to change, transition or trauma, I welcome your enquiry and contact. I am an experienced Counsellor who loves working with individuals to support changes in their lives. Whether you are coping with bereavement, grief and loss, anxiety or depression, relationship issues or simply feel stuck in life, we will work together to find new insights and identify your strengths and coping skills.
(03) 8566 7760 View (03) 8566 7760
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.