Emotionally Focused Counselling in Canning Vale, WA

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Owen Robinson
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Skype/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even what they did to others.
Complex trauma at any age can make understanding ourselves, our reactions, painful emotions, and relationships mystifying. I'm registered with Blue Knot Foundation as a trauma informed therapist. If you have anxiety or depression symptoms, anger or hurt, I have been working beside people who want to manage and reduce these issues since the 20th century. I'll do my best to give you tools to use right from your first visit. If you are in a remote area I can provide sessions via Signal/Skype/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even what they did to others.
(08) 7078 7553 View (08) 7078 7553
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Jessica Bell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
As an endorsed counselling psychologist, I am trained in a number of therapies that allow me to effectively tailor treatment to the specific needs of my clients. I offer an affirming approach and am dedicated to supporting clients make long-lasting and meaningful change that feels worth the investment.
As an endorsed counselling psychologist, I am trained in a number of therapies that allow me to effectively tailor treatment to the specific needs of my clients. I offer an affirming approach and am dedicated to supporting clients make long-lasting and meaningful change that feels worth the investment.
0401 900 059 View 0401 900 059
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Kym Murray
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
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Choy Lee
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
My specialty is in Couple and Family Relationship where I explore the relationship dynamics and individual make-up. I also have great interest in Young Adult Self-Discovery. Individuals or couples who are experiencing conflict, feeling lost, fearful, angry, confuse, guilty, unworthy and/or frustration within themselves or towards others are often symptoms. I offer individuals and couples/family a safe space to identify their pain, explore options to restore brokenness, attempt forgiveness & acceptance; initiate rebuilding a happy, stable and healthy relationships in the new season of their life. All at their own pace.
My specialty is in Couple and Family Relationship where I explore the relationship dynamics and individual make-up. I also have great interest in Young Adult Self-Discovery. Individuals or couples who are experiencing conflict, feeling lost, fearful, angry, confuse, guilty, unworthy and/or frustration within themselves or towards others are often symptoms. I offer individuals and couples/family a safe space to identify their pain, explore options to restore brokenness, attempt forgiveness & acceptance; initiate rebuilding a happy, stable and healthy relationships in the new season of their life. All at their own pace.
(08) 6361 2944 View (08) 6361 2944
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First Step Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
I find the majority of my clients are looking for someone to listen to them, they want to be heard. I am hearing more and more that "I feel invisible". They want to feel that they are important and that people care.
(08) 6109 8115 View (08) 6109 8115
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Helen (Hoi Yuk) Wong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Helen Wong is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and Australian Counsellors Association(ACA) with experience working in psychiatric hospital, residential training centre, schools and various not-for-profit organisations both overseas and in Australia. Helen completed her undergraduate degree in Social Work(Hons) in 2005 and a Master's degree of Social Sciences in Family Counselling in 2009. Helen also attained Australian based therapeutic qualifications through various mental health academies. Helen's areas of interest include student counselling, child development, disabilities and mental illness.
Helen Wong is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) and Australian Counsellors Association(ACA) with experience working in psychiatric hospital, residential training centre, schools and various not-for-profit organisations both overseas and in Australia. Helen completed her undergraduate degree in Social Work(Hons) in 2005 and a Master's degree of Social Sciences in Family Counselling in 2009. Helen also attained Australian based therapeutic qualifications through various mental health academies. Helen's areas of interest include student counselling, child development, disabilities and mental illness.
(08) 7701 9650 View (08) 7701 9650
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Paris Matthews
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
As a Psychologist, I passionately believe that we as humans already hold the potential and resilience to be able to heal ourselves. I will work with you in a holistic and judgement-free way for you to be able to build upon your skills to be able to cope with the challenges that life presents to us. This is your journey, and I will be your guide. I have experience working with vulnerable populations within Government sectors of Disability Royal Commission, Child Protective Services and also Corrective Services, where I supported individuals with neurodiversity, couples and families, in addition to people experiencing addiction.
As a Psychologist, I passionately believe that we as humans already hold the potential and resilience to be able to heal ourselves. I will work with you in a holistic and judgement-free way for you to be able to build upon your skills to be able to cope with the challenges that life presents to us. This is your journey, and I will be your guide. I have experience working with vulnerable populations within Government sectors of Disability Royal Commission, Child Protective Services and also Corrective Services, where I supported individuals with neurodiversity, couples and families, in addition to people experiencing addiction.
(08) 6171 2171 View (08) 6171 2171
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The Bield Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Hi. Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
Hi. Welcome to 'The Bield Counselling Services'. Bield is an old Scottish word meaning safety, protection; to give confidence, encouragement, assurance. Are you looking for a safe and welcoming environment where you can speak freely about your personal challenges, process new insights and then make helpful changes? Are hope and affirmation, as well as strategies and unbiased perspective, important to you in your healing journey? Do you value ongoing support as you navigate personal crises, relationship challenges, life transitions? My life experiences and training can help me to offer you this support.
(08) 7078 7803 View (08) 7078 7803
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Josip Vujica
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
I am a psychologist passionate about helping people. I work with adolescents and adults and have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds. My role is to help you get to where you want to be and I work intimately to establish what it is you want to get out of therapy. I am a trauma-informed clinician, and I integrate a holistic approach that considers the interplay between thoughts, behaviours, bodily sensations, and emotions to foster overall well-being. My areas of expertise encompass autism, ADHD, trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and concerns with self-esteem and self-worth.
I am a psychologist passionate about helping people. I work with adolescents and adults and have experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds. My role is to help you get to where you want to be and I work intimately to establish what it is you want to get out of therapy. I am a trauma-informed clinician, and I integrate a holistic approach that considers the interplay between thoughts, behaviours, bodily sensations, and emotions to foster overall well-being. My areas of expertise encompass autism, ADHD, trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and concerns with self-esteem and self-worth.
0421 052 321 View 0421 052 321
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Michelle Capsanis
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Canning Vale, WA 6155
Michelle Capsanis has been working with children and families for over 20 years. Michelle commenced her career as an educational psychologist working with school age children and later transitioned into private practice where she has built a reputation for positive outcomes, particularly with children, teenagers and women. Michelle is known for her warm, empathetic style and personable manner.
Michelle Capsanis has been working with children and families for over 20 years. Michelle commenced her career as an educational psychologist working with school age children and later transitioned into private practice where she has built a reputation for positive outcomes, particularly with children, teenagers and women. Michelle is known for her warm, empathetic style and personable manner.
(08) 7078 8265 View (08) 7078 8265

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Roza Hammon
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
Therapeutic approaches I find helpful in my work: EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy (including Emotional Freedom Techniques), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy.
I am a registered psychologist, who provides trauma-informed, inclusive, supportive, safe, and non-judgemental support for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. In therapy I try to achieve strengths and values-based empowerment for my clients. Limited bulk billing options are available if you provide a Health Card/ Pensioner Card with a Mental Health Care Plan. I also work with clients via WorkCover referrals and NDIS participants who are self- or plan managed. Working in perinatal psychology/ mental health space is one of the areas of my interest.
Therapeutic approaches I find helpful in my work: EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy (including Emotional Freedom Techniques), Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy.
I am a registered psychologist, who provides trauma-informed, inclusive, supportive, safe, and non-judgemental support for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. In therapy I try to achieve strengths and values-based empowerment for my clients. Limited bulk billing options are available if you provide a Health Card/ Pensioner Card with a Mental Health Care Plan. I also work with clients via WorkCover referrals and NDIS participants who are self- or plan managed. Working in perinatal psychology/ mental health space is one of the areas of my interest.
(08) 7666 2681 View (08) 7666 2681
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
South Perth, WA 6151
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults and couples to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults and couples to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
(08) 6493 7783 View (08) 6493 7783
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Nurturing Growth-Counselling, Psychotherapy, EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Applecross, WA 6153
Over my years of experience, I developed personalised approaches using elements of CBT, Schema Therapy, EFT, Memory Work, and EMDR to address trauma effectively.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
Over my years of experience, I developed personalised approaches using elements of CBT, Schema Therapy, EFT, Memory Work, and EMDR to address trauma effectively.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
(08) 6493 7950 View (08) 6493 7950
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Dave Segal
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
For couples I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which has the most evidence for success of all couples therapies.
I'm here to help you with the reason you've arrived at this page. What do you need? Is your relationship with your partner suffering? This can be common in new relationships but also after decades together. Perhaps you feel stuck and struggle to make personal change. You don't have to solve this one on your own, you might not feel like you can talk to a friend or partner. Your parent's don't seem to understand. Whatever your situation, connecting with a counsellor can be immensely beneficial. Bookings at davesegal.com
For couples I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy which has the most evidence for success of all couples therapies.
I'm here to help you with the reason you've arrived at this page. What do you need? Is your relationship with your partner suffering? This can be common in new relationships but also after decades together. Perhaps you feel stuck and struggle to make personal change. You don't have to solve this one on your own, you might not feel like you can talk to a friend or partner. Your parent's don't seem to understand. Whatever your situation, connecting with a counsellor can be immensely beneficial. Bookings at davesegal.com
(07) 4085 9014 View (07) 4085 9014
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Barbara Zoroddu
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
I also specialise in EFT - Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) an evidence-based stress reduction approach for the treatment of trauma, emotional dysregulation, physical pain.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
I also specialise in EFT - Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) an evidence-based stress reduction approach for the treatment of trauma, emotional dysregulation, physical pain.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
(03) 7003 2118 View (03) 7003 2118
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Christina Qin/ Sparrow Psychology Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cannington, WA 6107
Christina Qin is an AHPRA registered psychologist. Since Christina started private practice, she has been helping people manage mental health challenges and improve their mental wellbeing. In particular Christina is passionate to help people with multicultural backgrounds. Christina is also a Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) Instructor (standard face to face training) and she is passionate about utilising her knowledge and skills in helping equip people with mental health first aid knowledge and skills.
Christina Qin is an AHPRA registered psychologist. Since Christina started private practice, she has been helping people manage mental health challenges and improve their mental wellbeing. In particular Christina is passionate to help people with multicultural backgrounds. Christina is also a Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) Instructor (standard face to face training) and she is passionate about utilising her knowledge and skills in helping equip people with mental health first aid knowledge and skills.
(08) 6490 9062 View (08) 6490 9062
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Daniel Di Pietro
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000
Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.
Daniel is a sexologist and psychotherapist who enjoys working empathically and collaboratively with individuals and partnerships of all cultural, gender, and sexual identities to provide support for their sexological needs. He specialises in working with sexological presentations around male sexual health, sexual and gender identity, intimacy, pleasure, desire discrepancy, kink and fetish-related behaviours, sexual functioning and relational challenges. Taking a non-judgmental and holistic approach, he assists his clients by providing tools to access their potential in overcoming the difficulties faced in their lives.
(03) 7003 2160 View (03) 7003 2160
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Babette Sabella
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Fremantle, WA 6160
Hello. I am a clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with almost 30 years experience. Much of the work has been trauma disused with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures and ages. I am a trained EMDR therapist and a registered art psychotherapist. My focus is on your needs, your narrative and goals.
Hello. I am a clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with almost 30 years experience. Much of the work has been trauma disused with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures and ages. I am a trained EMDR therapist and a registered art psychotherapist. My focus is on your needs, your narrative and goals.
(08) 6206 8884 View (08) 6206 8884
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Bronwyn Lenyszyn
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Armadale, WA 6112
Taking a proactive approach to counselling can make all the difference. My name is Bronwyn, and I’m committed to offering a holistic, evidence-based approach to counselling and wellbeing in Perth, WA. I focus on helping clients reclaim their mental, emotional, and physical health. My approach is centred on building resilience, managing stress, anxiety, and depression.
Taking a proactive approach to counselling can make all the difference. My name is Bronwyn, and I’m committed to offering a holistic, evidence-based approach to counselling and wellbeing in Perth, WA. I focus on helping clients reclaim their mental, emotional, and physical health. My approach is centred on building resilience, managing stress, anxiety, and depression.
(08) 9473 6366 View (08) 9473 6366
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Rhonda Newton
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
My Passion is to provide a safe, non-judgmental place that helps you navigate the problematic areas of life and explore the issues of personal concern for you. Using various strategies and therapies, I can help you to explore the issues your struggling with and let you see things from a new perspective, discovering hidden strengths and abilities. I am an accredited counselor with ACA with over 30 years of experience mentoring, encouraging, and helping people from all walks of life, I am well-equipped to help you discover and process issues allowing you to fulfill your full potential
My Passion is to provide a safe, non-judgmental place that helps you navigate the problematic areas of life and explore the issues of personal concern for you. Using various strategies and therapies, I can help you to explore the issues your struggling with and let you see things from a new perspective, discovering hidden strengths and abilities. I am an accredited counselor with ACA with over 30 years of experience mentoring, encouraging, and helping people from all walks of life, I am well-equipped to help you discover and process issues allowing you to fulfill your full potential
(03) 5905 7109 View (03) 5905 7109

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Emotionally Focused Counsellors

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.