Female Counselling in Southwest, VIC
The name of my business, Thinking Outside The Box (TOTB) says everything about my beliefs and my business. When we Think Outside The Box, our worlds become bigger. Mental ill health or mental distress causes us to focus inwards and our lives become smaller. We stop doing things because the work that goes into managing a distressing situation is exhausting. You are reading this right now because you know or feel that something is not quite right in your life. This may be something you have felt for as long as you can remember or a recent event. Doesn't matter, your here now so lets see how we can help.
The name of my business, Thinking Outside The Box (TOTB) says everything about my beliefs and my business. When we Think Outside The Box, our worlds become bigger. Mental ill health or mental distress causes us to focus inwards and our lives become smaller. We stop doing things because the work that goes into managing a distressing situation is exhausting. You are reading this right now because you know or feel that something is not quite right in your life. This may be something you have felt for as long as you can remember or a recent event. Doesn't matter, your here now so lets see how we can help.
I provide a holistic, trauma informed Psychosocial Recovery Coaching service. I am a neurodiverse affirming practitioner with lived experience and embrace diversity. I support people from a variety of communities such as LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and TSI, other culturally diverse groups, and those experiencing disability. With my extensive history in providing trauma informed services, I can offer you understanding and acceptance which will in turn empower you to focus on your recovery. I am passionate about building confidence and independence, helping you develop goals and work towards achieving them.
I provide a holistic, trauma informed Psychosocial Recovery Coaching service. I am a neurodiverse affirming practitioner with lived experience and embrace diversity. I support people from a variety of communities such as LGBTIQ, Aboriginal and TSI, other culturally diverse groups, and those experiencing disability. With my extensive history in providing trauma informed services, I can offer you understanding and acceptance which will in turn empower you to focus on your recovery. I am passionate about building confidence and independence, helping you develop goals and work towards achieving them.
Relationship troubles? Wondering if anything or anyone could help? You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here. But hearing more anger or blame as you withdraw emotionally only prolongs the problem & often makes things worse. It's lonely being in a relationship where the other person no longer feels 'present'. Ignoring the problems doesn't work, rather it pushes them underground where they fester. At this point you may be feeling raw, stressed, isolated, fearful or disillusioned. Tears & frustration one minute, anger the next. If rekindling love and connection is important to you, let's talk.
Relationship troubles? Wondering if anything or anyone could help? You may be feeling alone, and doubtful - full of worry, guilt or shame at being here. But hearing more anger or blame as you withdraw emotionally only prolongs the problem & often makes things worse. It's lonely being in a relationship where the other person no longer feels 'present'. Ignoring the problems doesn't work, rather it pushes them underground where they fester. At this point you may be feeling raw, stressed, isolated, fearful or disillusioned. Tears & frustration one minute, anger the next. If rekindling love and connection is important to you, let's talk.
As a highly experienced mental health clinician, I provide a safe space for individuals and couples to explore their experiences, perspectives, thoughts and feeling free from judgement. I am able to utilise methods and strategies from a range of evidence based treatment models, all which are rooted in the latest research, however my primary objective within the counselling space is to help lay the foundations for positive self regard and make room for my clients to develop a sense of purpose and direction.
As a highly experienced mental health clinician, I provide a safe space for individuals and couples to explore their experiences, perspectives, thoughts and feeling free from judgement. I am able to utilise methods and strategies from a range of evidence based treatment models, all which are rooted in the latest research, however my primary objective within the counselling space is to help lay the foundations for positive self regard and make room for my clients to develop a sense of purpose and direction.
Healing Strong Counselling Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Geelong, VIC 3220 (Online Only)
I use a holistic and strengths based approach to support my clients through their counselling needs. I specialise in counselling for children and adolescents, and also work with adults. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can be an extra person to support you. I provide a judgement-free space to help my clients to develop their own toolkit to support their own resilience, emotional regulation, to feel empowered and strive towards self-determination.
I use a holistic and strengths based approach to support my clients through their counselling needs. I specialise in counselling for children and adolescents, and also work with adults. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that I can be an extra person to support you. I provide a judgement-free space to help my clients to develop their own toolkit to support their own resilience, emotional regulation, to feel empowered and strive towards self-determination.
I support individuals who have experienced physical, emotional, psychological, systemic, generational, cultural, financial and sexual abuse, as well as individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns. Using a holistic and strength based approach when supporting individuals along their recovery journey and draws from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches including but not limited to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR at an Advanced Training level), person-centred therapy, solutions-focused therapy, polyvagal theory and cognitive behavioural therapy
I support individuals who have experienced physical, emotional, psychological, systemic, generational, cultural, financial and sexual abuse, as well as individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns. Using a holistic and strength based approach when supporting individuals along their recovery journey and draws from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches including but not limited to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR at an Advanced Training level), person-centred therapy, solutions-focused therapy, polyvagal theory and cognitive behavioural therapy
At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritize establishing a trusting and collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are Anxiety, Changes in Family Dynamics, Coping Strategies, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Loss/Grief, and Stress.
At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritize establishing a trusting and collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are Anxiety, Changes in Family Dynamics, Coping Strategies, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Loss/Grief, and Stress.
If you are someone who is struggling with situations in your life including self esteem issues, addiction, neurodivergence including ADHD, feeling unempowered and losing your sense of self or purpose in life, or relationship issues, Casuarina Counselling Therapy can help. Relationship issues and couples counselling are also available and I believe every couple can benefit from learning ways to communicate so that they both feel heard, valued, acknowledged and loved for who they are. "Anything that is not love is a misunderstanding"
If you are someone who is struggling with situations in your life including self esteem issues, addiction, neurodivergence including ADHD, feeling unempowered and losing your sense of self or purpose in life, or relationship issues, Casuarina Counselling Therapy can help. Relationship issues and couples counselling are also available and I believe every couple can benefit from learning ways to communicate so that they both feel heard, valued, acknowledged and loved for who they are. "Anything that is not love is a misunderstanding"
Emma is a gentle and empathic psychologist who aims to create a space where individuals feel heard and respected. She uses a calm and relaxed approach to support individuals to recognise their inner strengths and draw on these to reach their therapeutic goals. Emma has experience working with individuals across the lifespan and is particularly passionate about helping adolescents and young adults build self-awareness, confidence, and self-determination in their life. She has worked primarily in the disability sector with neurodiverse individuals and those with lived experience of psychosocial disability.
Emma is a gentle and empathic psychologist who aims to create a space where individuals feel heard and respected. She uses a calm and relaxed approach to support individuals to recognise their inner strengths and draw on these to reach their therapeutic goals. Emma has experience working with individuals across the lifespan and is particularly passionate about helping adolescents and young adults build self-awareness, confidence, and self-determination in their life. She has worked primarily in the disability sector with neurodiverse individuals and those with lived experience of psychosocial disability.
Meeting a new client is a great experience as we get to know each other and how we can work together. I pride myself on taking a completely individualise approach to counselling which is constantly evolving with each session depending on what clients are learning about themselves. My life experience has assisted me in efforts to find themes and ask questions that help individuals deepen their self insight. Clients learn how to ask themselves critical questions along the way that help define their paths. Clients decide whether they want to process the past, share awareness for now or fast forward to what's possible.
Meeting a new client is a great experience as we get to know each other and how we can work together. I pride myself on taking a completely individualise approach to counselling which is constantly evolving with each session depending on what clients are learning about themselves. My life experience has assisted me in efforts to find themes and ask questions that help individuals deepen their self insight. Clients learn how to ask themselves critical questions along the way that help define their paths. Clients decide whether they want to process the past, share awareness for now or fast forward to what's possible.
Meet Julia Suban Counsellor At Julia Suban Counsellor - when you experience stress, feel anxious or have sustained a work injury, Let's Talk About It. As a leading Telehealth service provider for mental health services in Australia, and for workers compensation in Victoria and Tasmania, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care to our clients. Utilising a person centred therapeutic framework, which means you can expect to be accepted for who you are, be heard and listened to, and feel understood.
Meet Julia Suban Counsellor At Julia Suban Counsellor - when you experience stress, feel anxious or have sustained a work injury, Let's Talk About It. As a leading Telehealth service provider for mental health services in Australia, and for workers compensation in Victoria and Tasmania, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care to our clients. Utilising a person centred therapeutic framework, which means you can expect to be accepted for who you are, be heard and listened to, and feel understood.
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Amy is a registered Clinical Social Worker and Play Therapist supporting children and young people enrich their wellbeing. Amy has extensive experience supporting children and young people experiencing a range of mental health conditions. Amy has walked alongside all different neurotypes including children and young people living with autism, ADHD and intellectual disability. Amy has a dynamic and fun approach to rapport building and engagement, tailoring her use of self to the needs of the child or young person. Amy conducts sessions in a variety of environments, be it in an office, out in nature, home or school.
Amy is a registered Clinical Social Worker and Play Therapist supporting children and young people enrich their wellbeing. Amy has extensive experience supporting children and young people experiencing a range of mental health conditions. Amy has walked alongside all different neurotypes including children and young people living with autism, ADHD and intellectual disability. Amy has a dynamic and fun approach to rapport building and engagement, tailoring her use of self to the needs of the child or young person. Amy conducts sessions in a variety of environments, be it in an office, out in nature, home or school.
PE Psychology is a service dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives. She is dedicated to working with individuals to develop self-awareness and deep understanding of the complexities of their issues. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on their strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
PE Psychology is a service dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives. She is dedicated to working with individuals to develop self-awareness and deep understanding of the complexities of their issues. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on their strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
I am a qualified Jungian Analyst and have trained in psychotherapy with individuals, couples and families. I have extensive experience working with people experiencing post-traumatic stress, originating both in the workplace and through childhood and domestic trauma. I have worked within industry, community health, emergency services and in private practice.
I am a qualified Jungian Analyst and have trained in psychotherapy with individuals, couples and families. I have extensive experience working with people experiencing post-traumatic stress, originating both in the workplace and through childhood and domestic trauma. I have worked within industry, community health, emergency services and in private practice.
Hello, my name is Jeannie and I am a clinical social worker specialising in child parent psychotherapy. I have extensive experience in working with autism, ADHD, and disability. My qualifications include a diploma of counselling and Bachelor of social work with distinction. My client focus group is infant mental health (0-6 years), children, parents and carers.
Hello, my name is Jeannie and I am a clinical social worker specialising in child parent psychotherapy. I have extensive experience in working with autism, ADHD, and disability. My qualifications include a diploma of counselling and Bachelor of social work with distinction. My client focus group is infant mental health (0-6 years), children, parents and carers.
Jess is an experienced and qualified counsellor based in Geelong, who has knowledge and experience across a range of issues including anxiety, depression, burnout and self worth, as well as grief, loss and loneliness, among others.
Jess is an experienced and qualified counsellor based in Geelong, who has knowledge and experience across a range of issues including anxiety, depression, burnout and self worth, as well as grief, loss and loneliness, among others.
I provide a calming, safe and compassionate space for you to feel heard and to express your authentic self. Through openness and curiosity I work with you to explore and understand the underlying causes of your struggles and empower you to overcome patterns that are getting in the way of your wellbeing. I support you to build a deeper connection with yourself and your needs, and move forward in your life with a greater sense of resilience, purpose, and fulfilment.
I provide a calming, safe and compassionate space for you to feel heard and to express your authentic self. Through openness and curiosity I work with you to explore and understand the underlying causes of your struggles and empower you to overcome patterns that are getting in the way of your wellbeing. I support you to build a deeper connection with yourself and your needs, and move forward in your life with a greater sense of resilience, purpose, and fulfilment.
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
Louise is a PACFA registered psychotherapist and holistic counsellor. Using targeted interventions, including somatic experiencing and brainspotting, I guide you through life's transitions, fostering self-discovery and growth. I support both lifelong questing and short term crisis. You may be facing uncertainty, anxiety, depression, addiction or an identity crisis. We will work on strategies to manage emotions and adapt to changing circumstances. I create a safe haven to foster self-compassion, self-understanding as you learn to self-regulate, build resilience and communicate your needs as you gain momentum back in your life.
I'm a passionate trauma and couples therapist. Helping you to reconnect with your body; being able to live your life more presently and without fear. Supporting you to feel safe in mind and body to return home. I’m here to support you to make meaning of your experiences, be present with, understand and give voice to your feelings. When our mind and body are living with unhealed trauma wounds - we can be reactionary in our relationships.
I'm a passionate trauma and couples therapist. Helping you to reconnect with your body; being able to live your life more presently and without fear. Supporting you to feel safe in mind and body to return home. I’m here to support you to make meaning of your experiences, be present with, understand and give voice to your feelings. When our mind and body are living with unhealed trauma wounds - we can be reactionary in our relationships.
I have over 20 years experience using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques). This science-based practical technique can directly calm the emotional area of the brain, so combining it with more conventional therapies like CBT and Mindfulness makes them more effective.
I have over 20 years experience using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques). This science-based practical technique can directly calm the emotional area of the brain, so combining it with more conventional therapies like CBT and Mindfulness makes them more effective.
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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.