Online Counselling for West Melbourne
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.
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.
Bimba Chavan Unhyphen Psychology
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
West Melbourne, VIC 3003 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a multilingual counsellor. I see everyone as the expert of their own life, though sometimes our strengths get overshadowed by challenges. My aim is to help you rediscover these strengths. I support adults, international students, and new migrants in navigating feelings of anxiety, sadness, and the ways culture influences your confidence, choices, and connections. In our sessions, we'll work together in a space where your unique cultural identity is recognised and valued, ensuring you feel understood and supported.
I'm a multilingual counsellor. I see everyone as the expert of their own life, though sometimes our strengths get overshadowed by challenges. My aim is to help you rediscover these strengths. I support adults, international students, and new migrants in navigating feelings of anxiety, sadness, and the ways culture influences your confidence, choices, and connections. In our sessions, we'll work together in a space where your unique cultural identity is recognised and valued, ensuring you feel understood and supported.
Jessica Suetsugu- Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
If you struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood or motivation, I can help. Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals. Through evidence-based therapies, you will develop a stronger sense of confidence in your own abilities and judgement. Even if you don't believe it now, I know that you're more resilient than you give yourself credit for! Trust that you're the expert in your own life.
If you struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood or motivation, I can help. Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals. Through evidence-based therapies, you will develop a stronger sense of confidence in your own abilities and judgement. Even if you don't believe it now, I know that you're more resilient than you give yourself credit for! Trust that you're the expert in your own life.
Olivewell Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
Rebecca is an experienced clinical psychologist and director of Olivewell Psychology. She is passionate about providing a safe and compassionate space to ensure clients feel respected, heard and understood. Rebecca has a warm, kind and empathic interpersonal style. She aims to help clients leave sessions with a greater level of insight and awareness into their own experiences, and the confidence and tools to help them navigate life’s challenges.
Rebecca is an experienced clinical psychologist and director of Olivewell Psychology. She is passionate about providing a safe and compassionate space to ensure clients feel respected, heard and understood. Rebecca has a warm, kind and empathic interpersonal style. She aims to help clients leave sessions with a greater level of insight and awareness into their own experiences, and the confidence and tools to help them navigate life’s challenges.
Austin Chu - Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
Hi, I’m Austin, I have a special interest in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and burnout. I recognise that it takes real strength to seek support and I will always aim to create a safe, supportive, and empowering space as we work together towards your goals. Through my lived experiences, I've learnt to really appreciate that we're all human at the end of the day and I strongly believe that everybody deserves to be heard, feel safe to pursue what is right for them, and to know that they are not alone. I'll always work with you and be in your corner with empathy, respect, and understanding.
Hi, I’m Austin, I have a special interest in ADHD, anxiety, depression, and burnout. I recognise that it takes real strength to seek support and I will always aim to create a safe, supportive, and empowering space as we work together towards your goals. Through my lived experiences, I've learnt to really appreciate that we're all human at the end of the day and I strongly believe that everybody deserves to be heard, feel safe to pursue what is right for them, and to know that they are not alone. I'll always work with you and be in your corner with empathy, respect, and understanding.
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
Your relationship with yourself is central to your well-being, often impacting how you relate to those around you. I understand the complexities of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and everyday stressors that can affect these connections. In our sessions, I adapt to your unique strengths and circumstances to facilitate real progress. Whether you're dealing with specific issues or seeking general improvements, we can collaborate to foster resilience and enhance the quality of your relationships, starting with the most important one—you and yourself.
Your relationship with yourself is central to your well-being, often impacting how you relate to those around you. I understand the complexities of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and everyday stressors that can affect these connections. In our sessions, I adapt to your unique strengths and circumstances to facilitate real progress. Whether you're dealing with specific issues or seeking general improvements, we can collaborate to foster resilience and enhance the quality of your relationships, starting with the most important one—you and yourself.
Dr Coby Liew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsychD, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Melbourne, VIC 3003 (Online Only)
Welcome to my profile! I've dedicated my life to helping people of all ages and backgrounds navigate their way through life's challenges, and I do so with compassion, care, and empathy. I was born in Borneo, identify as gay, and have experience living in different countries and cultures. I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
Welcome to my profile! I've dedicated my life to helping people of all ages and backgrounds navigate their way through life's challenges, and I do so with compassion, care, and empathy. I was born in Borneo, identify as gay, and have experience living in different countries and cultures. I offer more than ten years of clinical experience in counselling and psychotherapy, specialising in loss and grief, gender and sexuality, complex trauma and abuse, attachment issues, ASD, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship and intimacy issues, anger management, family conflicts, workplace bullying, and intercultural adjustment issues.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
My distinct focus lies in empowering individuals grappling with loneliness, fostering meaningful connections, and enhancing well-being. Through therapeutic sessions, together, we work on mental health concerns like depression, anger and anxiety while empowering you to cultivate social skills, rebuild self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. Common challenges include relationships breakup, interpersonal conflicts/connection, career crossroads, social anxiety, intimacy, boundaries, workplace bullying and harassment, postnatal integration, racism, lack of life goals & purpose, depression, performance anxiety, burnout, and recovery.
My distinct focus lies in empowering individuals grappling with loneliness, fostering meaningful connections, and enhancing well-being. Through therapeutic sessions, together, we work on mental health concerns like depression, anger and anxiety while empowering you to cultivate social skills, rebuild self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. Common challenges include relationships breakup, interpersonal conflicts/connection, career crossroads, social anxiety, intimacy, boundaries, workplace bullying and harassment, postnatal integration, racism, lack of life goals & purpose, depression, performance anxiety, burnout, and recovery.
Dr Xavier Chiang
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
Dr Xavier is our Medicare & WorkSafe Clinical Psychologist. He is friendly and easy to talk to! He uses a psychodynamic and strengths based approach in his sessions. His areas of expertise include: - Anxiety - Depression - Personality Disorders - Stress Management - Trauma. He focuses on a holistic person centred approach and is - Neurodiverse friendly - Queer friendly - and overall, non judge-mental! Medicare Rebate accepted. The newly developed Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) is the marriage between the GP care and psychology practice for the best interest of our client populations.
Dr Xavier is our Medicare & WorkSafe Clinical Psychologist. He is friendly and easy to talk to! He uses a psychodynamic and strengths based approach in his sessions. His areas of expertise include: - Anxiety - Depression - Personality Disorders - Stress Management - Trauma. He focuses on a holistic person centred approach and is - Neurodiverse friendly - Queer friendly - and overall, non judge-mental! Medicare Rebate accepted. The newly developed Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) is the marriage between the GP care and psychology practice for the best interest of our client populations.
Tristan Lyon Chooi
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
I currently have availabilities for booking after May 13th 2024.
I currently have availabilities for booking after May 13th 2024.
George Phlorides
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
George has a warm, relaxed and positive demeanour that supports clients to feel welcomed into a safe, non-judgemental environment. George enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds with an interest in helping people with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and university stress and men’s issues.
George has a warm, relaxed and positive demeanour that supports clients to feel welcomed into a safe, non-judgemental environment. George enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds with an interest in helping people with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and university stress and men’s issues.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialised therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.