Somatic Counselling in Woodend, VIC

I offer a solution focused, empowered, approach for the treatment of childhood trauma, Cluster B abuse recovery (Narcissistic, Psychopathy), relationship breakups, unresolved grief, addictions or any challenges that leave you feeling triggered, lost or stuck .I have a lived trauma experience, use Jungian psychology , EMDR, Flash, Havening, NLP, DBT, ACT ,CBT, Symbols, metaphors and rituals toward evidence based, existential, somatic whole person outcomes. I have over 25 years experience in private practise and as a Head Therapist at two health facilities.I am a level 4 Supervisor, author and creator of Symbols, Metaphors & rituals.

I'm a registered integrative psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to find other ways of being that bring ease, connection and lead to a more fulfilling life. Whether you're facing particular challenges like anxiety, childhood trauma, low mood, grief or loss, want more enriching relationships, or seeking deeper self-understanding and self-awareness, psychotherapy can be a supportive and powerful tool. I have specific interest and deep understanding in working with clients with childhood trauma, experiencing anxiety and burnout and navigating life transitions in professional and personal life.

Marlee is a registered psychotherapist and counsellor and and member of the Australia Counselling Association (ACA). Marlee’s approach is person-centred with an emphasis on cultivating mindful curiosity and self-compassion. Drawing from a diverse pool of therapeutic frameworks—including attachment theory, depth psychology, parts work, polyvagal theory, and somatic practices—Marlee tailors her approach to fit the unique needs and experiences of each client.

I have worked as an educator , counsellor and community development worker for 35years .I have qualifications in Social work, Gestalt therapy , Internal Family Systems therapy , yoga teaching and mindfulness based therapies. I have extensive experience supporting clients with depression and anxiety, women experiencing family violence and with adolescents .I have worked extensively with migrant and refugee communities. I believe that creating safety and trust between the client and myself is the most important aspect of therapy. I bring warmth and humour to my work with clients and have a gentle and empathic approach.

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 offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss. By facilitating the expanding of self-awareness there's growth in health and wholeness; becoming more authentic, purposeful & integrated; and creating better harmony within relationships. Offering parent/child relationship work.

If you know there's meant to be more to life than feeling exhausted, anxious, burnt out, stressed, disconnected and unfulfilled, you're right. Whether it's with your career, relationships or life in general. There is! It's the trauma and societal conditioning that has got in the way of you being the most authentic version of you. Imagine waking up feeling more joyful and excited about life, having a clear sense of purpose and direction, more harmonious relationships and unlocking your true potential. I wholeheartedly believe this is possible for you

Embody counselling is an embodied, somatic and humanistic approach that integrates the mind and the body. I embrace the profound connection between mental and physical well-being. I foster a supportive and gentle environment where you can explore and be supported to gain insight into your life and relate to yourself through the lens of curiosity and compassion. I am trauma-informed and address a range of personal difficulties including chronic illness, autoimmune, trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationships and addiction. Healing is a result of feeling safe, empowered and supported.

My training in clinical psychology combined with my interest in somatic work and Eastern philosophies allows me to work with the whole person, blending both clinical and experiential approaches. I believe this holistic approach deeply supports the clients I work with to attain lasting change and growth in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience supporting adults and teenagers suffering with distress and use a holistic approach that looks at a persons unique life experiences and strengths to support them to move towards healing.

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/

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"

I help women living in a state of chronic stress to feel better. If you are a new mum who has experienced birth or post-partum trauma or a midlife woman living with high stress and juggling many roles - I can help you. Maybe you get easily triggered and upset or retreat and feel very sad. You may feel awful, but you don't know why. There may be a lot of confusion about what actions you could take as the rational part of your brain goes offline when in a chronic state of fight, flight or freeze and it's so hard to find solutions to problems.

I'm a certified somatic psychotherapist, counsellor, mover, yoga teacher & bodyworker. With more than a decade of experience in body-based therapies. I support individuals who are seeking to transform stress, trauma, anxiety, PTSD and depression through a somatic & spiritually-oriented approach to therapy. I use a somatic approach by reducing stress and anxiety physiologically, through changing the autonomic nervous system & discharging trauma and by working with embodiment practices. I work with a non-dual lens that mind, body, spirit are one, that each individual is already whole & supporting the removal of obstacles in the way.

I work with people experiencing a broad range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, complex trauma and relationship issues. I also work with people experiencing challenges related to neurodiversity including ADHD, ASD, sensory processing and executive functioning. As an Occupational Therapist I work with people in improving their participation and engagement in the areas of their life that are most meaningful to them including relationships, work, study, health and wellbeing.

Hi! I'm Meg. I am registered clinical psychotherapist and an equine therapist. I am training in somatic experiencing and EMDR. I specialise in trauma, anxiety, and other mental health and relational issues. I use a relational, integrative approach to psychotherapy, mainly based in humanistic, experiential and somatic approaches. If you have experienced an adverse childhood and/or on going challenging interpersonal issues, I specialise in developmental trauma, complex trauma, family violence, and sexual assault. I also work with young people seeking mental health support and have experience working with ASD Level 1 & 2.