Female Counselling in Mooroolbark, VIC

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Viviane Golan
Psychotherapist, PhD, AASW
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a wide range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
Viviane has over twenty five years experience working with individuals, couples and families in ways that support growth, clarity, transformation and wholeness. Using a wide range of therapeutic modalities, Viviane provides a safe and compassionate environment where clients have the opportunity to explore themselves and their lives in ever deepening and enriching ways.
(08) 9126 9057 View (08) 9126 9057
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Irene Landouris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
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.
(03) 8203 5847 View (03) 8203 5847
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Felix & Sage Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
Felix & Sage Psychology is a private practice with two clinics located in Ringwood and Forest Hill, Victoria. Our compassionate team of 20 clinicians provide tailored and accessible mental health care solutions to our clientele, by incorporating various evidence based therapeutic approaches to address their emotional and behavioural needs. Our team works with a vast range of issues including (but not limited to) Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Identity, Trauma and Relationships. Our Ringwood clinic is open until 8pm Monday-Thursday, and both clinics are open Saturdays to ensure we remain accessible to those working 9-5 jobs.
Felix & Sage Psychology is a private practice with two clinics located in Ringwood and Forest Hill, Victoria. Our compassionate team of 20 clinicians provide tailored and accessible mental health care solutions to our clientele, by incorporating various evidence based therapeutic approaches to address their emotional and behavioural needs. Our team works with a vast range of issues including (but not limited to) Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Identity, Trauma and Relationships. Our Ringwood clinic is open until 8pm Monday-Thursday, and both clinics are open Saturdays to ensure we remain accessible to those working 9-5 jobs.
(03) 8595 5009 View (03) 8595 5009
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Momento Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
My focus in working with clients is to provide them with a space where they feel comfortable to open up about the issues they are experiencing. I take on a client-centred approach, meaning I will tailor treatment specific to each client's needs depending on their presentation. I am fluent in both English and Spanish.
My focus in working with clients is to provide them with a space where they feel comfortable to open up about the issues they are experiencing. I take on a client-centred approach, meaning I will tailor treatment specific to each client's needs depending on their presentation. I am fluent in both English and Spanish.
(03) 8771 4205 View (03) 8771 4205
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Yogeeta Kiran
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
I am a clinical psychologist with 19 years of experience working with people with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder..
I am a clinical psychologist with 19 years of experience working with people with depression, anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder..
(03) 8771 4207 View (03) 8771 4207
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Emma Millard
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
Are you done with the past weighing you down? OR Maybe it's the stresses and worry of tomorrow? OR Are you curious to learn more about yourself and grow? Then let me support the part of you that needs to be seen and heard, and most likely prioritised. Now is the time to become the person that takes control and ownership of their emotions, relationships, boundaries and life.
Are you done with the past weighing you down? OR Maybe it's the stresses and worry of tomorrow? OR Are you curious to learn more about yourself and grow? Then let me support the part of you that needs to be seen and heard, and most likely prioritised. Now is the time to become the person that takes control and ownership of their emotions, relationships, boundaries and life.
(03) 8771 4404 View (03) 8771 4404
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Kathleen Cunningham
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
We are a psychologist and therapy dog team working to provide a welcoming, warm, safe and accepting environment to meet therapeutic goals. I am a registered psychologist with a Master's in Educational and Developmental Psychology and a Board Approved Supervisor. Luna (fondly known as Luna the Doona) & I enjoy working closely with our clients. Luna is known for her beautiful smile, hypoallergenic white fluffy coat, and high fives. We are a neuroaffirming, warm and accepting team, and have lived exierence of neurodiversity.
We are a psychologist and therapy dog team working to provide a welcoming, warm, safe and accepting environment to meet therapeutic goals. I am a registered psychologist with a Master's in Educational and Developmental Psychology and a Board Approved Supervisor. Luna (fondly known as Luna the Doona) & I enjoy working closely with our clients. Luna is known for her beautiful smile, hypoallergenic white fluffy coat, and high fives. We are a neuroaffirming, warm and accepting team, and have lived exierence of neurodiversity.
(03) 8203 5273 View (03) 8203 5273
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Brielle Thomson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
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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Relating Well Centre
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
My experience is in helping my clients obtain better relationships with partners, family and friends. I am a facilitator in "Prepare Enrich" and the Gottman's method, A great start to a new relationship or existing one, discover your partners and yours, strengths within the relationship and areas of growth, I Specifically focus on such areas as emotional awareness, self-insight, higher emotional intelligence, emotional astuteness, attachment style awareness. An overarching goal for my clients is to, ‘know thy self’, where you begin and end in your relationships, who are you? What is the essence of who you are?
My experience is in helping my clients obtain better relationships with partners, family and friends. I am a facilitator in "Prepare Enrich" and the Gottman's method, A great start to a new relationship or existing one, discover your partners and yours, strengths within the relationship and areas of growth, I Specifically focus on such areas as emotional awareness, self-insight, higher emotional intelligence, emotional astuteness, attachment style awareness. An overarching goal for my clients is to, ‘know thy self’, where you begin and end in your relationships, who are you? What is the essence of who you are?
(03) 5905 7145 View (03) 5905 7145
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Catherine Hluchanic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138  (Online Only)
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions. I work primarily with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, guilt, and many other mental health issues. I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support. I also support many of my clients with conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, early life attachment trauma, and anxiety disorders.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions. I work primarily with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, guilt, and many other mental health issues. I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support. I also support many of my clients with conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, early life attachment trauma, and anxiety disorders.
(02) 4504 0393 View (02) 4504 0393
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Dorianne Oliver
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
“The good life is a process, not a state of being, it is a direction not a destination” Carl Rogers. I offer individual and couples counselling and have a warm and engaging style. I use a person-centered approach and work collaboratively with you to explore your emotional and psychological difficulties. I bring my skills, compassion, empathy, and presence so we can explore your challenges. I’ll help you develop understanding and skills to better navigate them and to build strength and resilience. Along with my straightforward nature and insightfulness I provide a safe, psychological space for you to connect, express and grow.
“The good life is a process, not a state of being, it is a direction not a destination” Carl Rogers. I offer individual and couples counselling and have a warm and engaging style. I use a person-centered approach and work collaboratively with you to explore your emotional and psychological difficulties. I bring my skills, compassion, empathy, and presence so we can explore your challenges. I’ll help you develop understanding and skills to better navigate them and to build strength and resilience. Along with my straightforward nature and insightfulness I provide a safe, psychological space for you to connect, express and grow.
(03) 8771 5919 View (03) 8771 5919
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Doongalla Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
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.
(03) 8777 0432 View (03) 8777 0432
Photo of Jacqueline Noble, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Jacqueline Noble
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
I enjoy working with young people (12-17 years old) and adults (18+). I believe in the healing benefits of the therapeutic relationship and the mind’s ability to recover. I am interested in establishing and maintaining a therapeutic alliance with my clients, while utilising compassion focused interpersonal (IPT), cognitive behaviour (CBT), and dialectical behaviour (DBT) therapy techniques.
I enjoy working with young people (12-17 years old) and adults (18+). I believe in the healing benefits of the therapeutic relationship and the mind’s ability to recover. I am interested in establishing and maintaining a therapeutic alliance with my clients, while utilising compassion focused interpersonal (IPT), cognitive behaviour (CBT), and dialectical behaviour (DBT) therapy techniques.
(03) 8203 5205 View (03) 8203 5205
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Janeeta Ray
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
I recognize that seeking help can be a difficult step. You may have lived with emotional and personal difficulties for a long time. Alternatively, you may be navigating an important transition in work or personal relationships or change in your mental or physical health. My work focusses on assisting clients to understand the source of their distress or uncertainty and move toward a life that is more fulfilling. Using trauma informed practices, together we navigate challenging transitions, acknowledge grief and anxieties and make sense of patterns and choices. Together, we work toward making practical changes.
I recognize that seeking help can be a difficult step. You may have lived with emotional and personal difficulties for a long time. Alternatively, you may be navigating an important transition in work or personal relationships or change in your mental or physical health. My work focusses on assisting clients to understand the source of their distress or uncertainty and move toward a life that is more fulfilling. Using trauma informed practices, together we navigate challenging transitions, acknowledge grief and anxieties and make sense of patterns and choices. Together, we work toward making practical changes.
(03) 8797 2584 View (03) 8797 2584
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Michelle Elizabeth Urquhart
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
As an Art therapist/Counsellor I work in relation to your needs and goals, in a safe non-judgemental space. During a session, I will check in with you to see if there is anything you would like to share or express. I will share a little about myself to help begin the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to be nervous or worry about being artistic as this is not necessary at all. I can help you work through issues with the healing power of this truly magical therapy. All you need is an open mind and a little curiosity, the sessions are totally driven by you, which means you can participate in the therapy at any stage.
As an Art therapist/Counsellor I work in relation to your needs and goals, in a safe non-judgemental space. During a session, I will check in with you to see if there is anything you would like to share or express. I will share a little about myself to help begin the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to be nervous or worry about being artistic as this is not necessary at all. I can help you work through issues with the healing power of this truly magical therapy. All you need is an open mind and a little curiosity, the sessions are totally driven by you, which means you can participate in the therapy at any stage.
(03) 8203 5028 View (03) 8203 5028
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Margaret (Malgorzata) Karafilowska
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
Margaret is a Registered Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with a commitment to helping people find contentment and a sense of acceptance within themselves and their relationships. She works in a supportive and client centred way, and her practice is based in cognitive behavioural, schema therapy, and brief psychodynamic approaches. She is particularly interested in how people experience mental health concerns due to unhelpful interpersonal and behavioural patterns in their daily lives.
Margaret is a Registered Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor with a commitment to helping people find contentment and a sense of acceptance within themselves and their relationships. She works in a supportive and client centred way, and her practice is based in cognitive behavioural, schema therapy, and brief psychodynamic approaches. She is particularly interested in how people experience mental health concerns due to unhelpful interpersonal and behavioural patterns in their daily lives.
(03) 8203 5668 View (03) 8203 5668
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Rebekah Jones
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
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.
(03) 8771 4472 View (03) 8771 4472
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Victoria Procyk
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
As your counsellor, I am here to support you through any challenges that might be affecting your daily life - these could be (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, or managing your emotions. Maybe you are ready to talk about an event that occurred in your childhood, something that happened yesterday, difficulties in your relationships or perhaps you just want to talk to someone - whatever the challenge is, we will endeavour to identify, understand, and process it while developing healthy coping strategies.
As your counsellor, I am here to support you through any challenges that might be affecting your daily life - these could be (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, or managing your emotions. Maybe you are ready to talk about an event that occurred in your childhood, something that happened yesterday, difficulties in your relationships or perhaps you just want to talk to someone - whatever the challenge is, we will endeavour to identify, understand, and process it while developing healthy coping strategies.
(03) 8203 5199 View (03) 8203 5199
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Mindful Living Counselling and Psychology
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
If you are struggling with the impact of trauma, or are interested in trying EMDR Therapy, we are here to help! We are a psychology and counselling practice located in Croydon, Victoria. We have a special focus on the treatment of PTSD and trauma, with a particular interest in EMDR Therapy. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based method of trauma treatment that is endorsed by the World Health Organisation and Medicare Australia. Our Practice Director, Caroline Burrows, is a leading accredited EMDR trainer in Australia. We are proud to offer traditional, intensive and group EMDR Therapy.
If you are struggling with the impact of trauma, or are interested in trying EMDR Therapy, we are here to help! We are a psychology and counselling practice located in Croydon, Victoria. We have a special focus on the treatment of PTSD and trauma, with a particular interest in EMDR Therapy. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based method of trauma treatment that is endorsed by the World Health Organisation and Medicare Australia. Our Practice Director, Caroline Burrows, is a leading accredited EMDR trainer in Australia. We are proud to offer traditional, intensive and group EMDR Therapy.
(03) 6146 3217 View (03) 6146 3217
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Patricia Griffin
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooroolbark, VIC 3138
I want to help people be and achieve their very best by learning to overcome or manage the challenges that life inevitably throws at us. By understanding themselves and others, tapping into their strengths and adopting the right tools, I believe everyone has the potential to reach their goals and have meaningful relationships.
I want to help people be and achieve their very best by learning to overcome or manage the challenges that life inevitably throws at us. By understanding themselves and others, tapping into their strengths and adopting the right tools, I believe everyone has the potential to reach their goals and have meaningful relationships.
(03) 5905 9906 View (03) 5905 9906

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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.