Emotionally Focused Counselling in Hamilton Hill, WA

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Stephanie C Jones
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
My practice, Making Space Psychology, is committed to choice, safety and connection with a strong appreciation of the benefits of nature. Clients are usually in their late teens through adulthood to our elders in the latter stages of life. You may have recognised psychological disorders, relationship, adjustment and self-worth concerns, existential and climate anxiety or trauma, bereavement or medical crises. You may recognise the therapeutic benefits of nature and want to harness it. If you choose to we can walk and talk whilst undertaking therapy. Just sitting in an office talking sometimes just doesn't cut it!
My practice, Making Space Psychology, is committed to choice, safety and connection with a strong appreciation of the benefits of nature. Clients are usually in their late teens through adulthood to our elders in the latter stages of life. You may have recognised psychological disorders, relationship, adjustment and self-worth concerns, existential and climate anxiety or trauma, bereavement or medical crises. You may recognise the therapeutic benefits of nature and want to harness it. If you choose to we can walk and talk whilst undertaking therapy. Just sitting in an office talking sometimes just doesn't cut it!
(08) 6219 3797 View (08) 6219 3797
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Stephanie Crevatin
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
(08) 6109 8029 View (08) 6109 8029
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Alicia Viforj
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
I help adults individually with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, difficulty coping, stress, emotional abuse, emotional neglect, adjustment difficulty, ADHD, insecurity, perfectionism, fear or failure, fear of abandonment, phobias, trauma and PTSD I also help with Family of origin issues – As a child did you experience feeling different to others growing up, family domestic violence, emotional abuse? Were you criticised or bullied? Did you experience low self-worth? Were you always to blame? Were your emotions dismissed or ignored by those around you or maybe you experienced a traumatic event of some kind
I help adults individually with depression, anxiety, low self-worth, difficulty coping, stress, emotional abuse, emotional neglect, adjustment difficulty, ADHD, insecurity, perfectionism, fear or failure, fear of abandonment, phobias, trauma and PTSD I also help with Family of origin issues – As a child did you experience feeling different to others growing up, family domestic violence, emotional abuse? Were you criticised or bullied? Did you experience low self-worth? Were you always to blame? Were your emotions dismissed or ignored by those around you or maybe you experienced a traumatic event of some kind
(08) 6206 8536 View (08) 6206 8536
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Lifeward Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
Natasha has extensive experience working with people who experienced complex emotional, behavioural and social difficulties. She is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers and qualified Systemic Family Therapist registered with AAFT (Australian Association of Family Therapy). Natasha has been working with the Department of Health Mental Health Services for many years as a Senior Social Worker. Further training includes Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural theory, DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), EMDR(Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing), Narrative Therapy.
Natasha has extensive experience working with people who experienced complex emotional, behavioural and social difficulties. She is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers and qualified Systemic Family Therapist registered with AAFT (Australian Association of Family Therapy). Natasha has been working with the Department of Health Mental Health Services for many years as a Senior Social Worker. Further training includes Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural theory, DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), EMDR(Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing), Narrative Therapy.
(08) 6490 9789 View (08) 6490 9789
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Katie Woodley-Smith
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
I am a practiced counsellor, with a specialised interest in attachment trauma. The way our early life experiences create a blueprint for our relationships that may no longer be serving us in our adult circumstance. Unresolved attachment trauma can cause us to repeat the same painful relationship patterns until we go back to the source and heal the original wounding. My job is to build a comfortable and safe space for you to explore any issues that may be holding you back from creating the life and connections you long for in all your relationships, especially the one with yourself.
I am a practiced counsellor, with a specialised interest in attachment trauma. The way our early life experiences create a blueprint for our relationships that may no longer be serving us in our adult circumstance. Unresolved attachment trauma can cause us to repeat the same painful relationship patterns until we go back to the source and heal the original wounding. My job is to build a comfortable and safe space for you to explore any issues that may be holding you back from creating the life and connections you long for in all your relationships, especially the one with yourself.
(08) 6333 0717 View (08) 6333 0717
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Amanda Jayne Hender
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Hamilton Hill, WA 6163
(08) 9025 3229 View (08) 9025 3229

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Dr Sam Wai Hoong
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Coolbellup, WA 6163
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
(08) 7079 5680 View (08) 7079 5680
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Perth Psychologists
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cockburn Central, WA 6164
At Perth Psychologists, we employ a strong team of well trained psychologists and counsellors who have the necessary skills and experience to help you understand your situation better and to provide you the tools to show you to move forward. We are here to help you with what might be challenging at the moment. We believe in working practically with our clients to address issues with wisdom and kindness, and that with the right support, you can confront and successfully deal with what might be troubling you at the moment.
At Perth Psychologists, we employ a strong team of well trained psychologists and counsellors who have the necessary skills and experience to help you understand your situation better and to provide you the tools to show you to move forward. We are here to help you with what might be challenging at the moment. We believe in working practically with our clients to address issues with wisdom and kindness, and that with the right support, you can confront and successfully deal with what might be troubling you at the moment.
(08) 9488 8217 View (08) 9488 8217
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Maryam Qureshi
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Verified Verified
Winthrop, WA 6150
I’m Maryam and I am a provisional psychologist at Aurora Allied Health. I have been working with children and adults in the social services and health sector since for a number of years. I have experience working in government public services as well as private. I’m passionate about people-centred approaches that help my clients achieve their goals, by going at a pace that feels comfortable. I like to be super flexible in sessions and endeavour to create a positive atmosphere.
I’m Maryam and I am a provisional psychologist at Aurora Allied Health. I have been working with children and adults in the social services and health sector since for a number of years. I have experience working in government public services as well as private. I’m passionate about people-centred approaches that help my clients achieve their goals, by going at a pace that feels comfortable. I like to be super flexible in sessions and endeavour to create a positive atmosphere.
(08) 6147 0422 View (08) 6147 0422
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Owen Robinson
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leeming, WA 6149
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/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from 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/Zoom. I know a lot about family and domestic violence and how people can come back from what happened to them or even from what they did to others.
(08) 7078 7553 View (08) 7078 7553
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Dr Sophie Henshaw
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Verified Verified
Lake Coogee, WA 6166
Are you dealing with narcissistic abuse from an antagonistic boss, partner, family member or friend? Impacts include increased self-doubt, burnout, depression, anxiety and overall lower quality of life. With over 25 years helping clients overcome workplace bullying and disentangling themselves from high conflict people with difficult personalities, I'd love to help you too. If you want to thrive, recover from grief or trauma or simply learn how to say "no" effectively, let's work on it together. Recover your sense of purpose, connect with your spirituality and get the twinkle in your eye back - learn to love your life again.
Are you dealing with narcissistic abuse from an antagonistic boss, partner, family member or friend? Impacts include increased self-doubt, burnout, depression, anxiety and overall lower quality of life. With over 25 years helping clients overcome workplace bullying and disentangling themselves from high conflict people with difficult personalities, I'd love to help you too. If you want to thrive, recover from grief or trauma or simply learn how to say "no" effectively, let's work on it together. Recover your sense of purpose, connect with your spirituality and get the twinkle in your eye back - learn to love your life again.
(08) 9551 7655 View (08) 9551 7655
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Cheralee King
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murdoch, WA 6150
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
(08) 6219 3902 View (08) 6219 3902
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Anxiety And Trauma Debbie Beattie
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murdoch, WA 6150
Step into a nurturing therapeutic space where well-being thrives through kindness, collaboration, and accountability. I support a diverse range of adult clients in effectively addressing and managing various symptoms and challenges. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles, I am here to guide you on your path to improved mental health. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, providing you with a direct and candid style of therapy. If you seek meaningful growth and positive change I am here to work with you.
Step into a nurturing therapeutic space where well-being thrives through kindness, collaboration, and accountability. I support a diverse range of adult clients in effectively addressing and managing various symptoms and challenges. Whether it's stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship struggles, I am here to guide you on your path to improved mental health. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, providing you with a direct and candid style of therapy. If you seek meaningful growth and positive change I am here to work with you.
(08) 9473 6321 View (08) 9473 6321
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Michael Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Winthrop, WA 6150
Michael Martin is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 40 years experience. He has worked across a diverse range of settings, in respect to a wide variety of presenting issues. Michael places particular importance on establishing a warm and trusting professional relationship and a ‘safe’ place in which to work with clients. Much of Michael’s experience has been with people who have had adverse childhood experiences, particularly emotional, physical and sexual abuse, which have impacted upon their adult lives. He is skilled in drawing out the impacts of such trauma on personal functioning and relationships.
Michael Martin is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 40 years experience. He has worked across a diverse range of settings, in respect to a wide variety of presenting issues. Michael places particular importance on establishing a warm and trusting professional relationship and a ‘safe’ place in which to work with clients. Much of Michael’s experience has been with people who have had adverse childhood experiences, particularly emotional, physical and sexual abuse, which have impacted upon their adult lives. He is skilled in drawing out the impacts of such trauma on personal functioning and relationships.
(08) 6147 0961 View (08) 6147 0961
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Nadia Kidgell
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Winthrop, WA 6150
I am a compassionate and dedicated family counsellor specialising in Family Counselling including: ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Divorce and Separation, ASD behaviour and family support, Family Conflict, Trauma, Grief and Loss and Eating Disorders. Through my experience and specialist training she is able to offer support and guidance to childen and their families through challenging times.
I am a compassionate and dedicated family counsellor specialising in Family Counselling including: ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Divorce and Separation, ASD behaviour and family support, Family Conflict, Trauma, Grief and Loss and Eating Disorders. Through my experience and specialist training she is able to offer support and guidance to childen and their families through challenging times.
(08) 6147 0116 View (08) 6147 0116
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Paris Matthews
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Winthrop, WA 6150
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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Chris Pastor
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cockburn Central, WA 6164
Waitlist for new clients
I take an integrated, person-centred, and flexible approach to therapy; understanding and appreciating the varied and individual circumstances that may bring someone to therapy. I encourage curiosity and authenticity in my practice, inviting clients to explore their concerns and difficulties together, recognise their innate strengths and capabilities, and investigate how we may feel and respond to the things that challenge us. I believe we all have the power to heal our wounds.
I take an integrated, person-centred, and flexible approach to therapy; understanding and appreciating the varied and individual circumstances that may bring someone to therapy. I encourage curiosity and authenticity in my practice, inviting clients to explore their concerns and difficulties together, recognise their innate strengths and capabilities, and investigate how we may feel and respond to the things that challenge us. I believe we all have the power to heal our wounds.
(08) 6490 9473 View (08) 6490 9473
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Michelle Capsanis
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Bateman, WA 6150
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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Gizella Dudas
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Lake, WA 6164
I’m a passionate Systemic Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples and families. The integrative, person centred & strength-based approach I use in therapy will ensure the best outcome in managing difficult relationships, separation or divorce, self harm and/or school avoidance in adolescence, prescription medication or illicit substance misuse, alcohol abuse, grief and loss of a loved one, and many other life developmental stage complexities. My trauma-informed approach provides safety, emotional growth, and strength building for all clients in need of support. I'm available for face to face and online or phone sessions
I’m a passionate Systemic Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples and families. The integrative, person centred & strength-based approach I use in therapy will ensure the best outcome in managing difficult relationships, separation or divorce, self harm and/or school avoidance in adolescence, prescription medication or illicit substance misuse, alcohol abuse, grief and loss of a loved one, and many other life developmental stage complexities. My trauma-informed approach provides safety, emotional growth, and strength building for all clients in need of support. I'm available for face to face and online or phone sessions
(08) 9473 6348 View (08) 9473 6348
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Wellbeing Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Murdoch, WA 6150
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your life? Do you have unresolved childhood trauma that causes you to over-react in your relationships, especially your intimate relationships? Are you experiencing work stress or loss and grief? Leonie Patrice is a Registered Psychologist with over 35 years education, therapeutic training, life and professional experience. She combines these skills to facilitate each individual client’s experience and discovery of their authentic self. Your issues can be transformed into feelings of wellbeing and self-love.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your life? Do you have unresolved childhood trauma that causes you to over-react in your relationships, especially your intimate relationships? Are you experiencing work stress or loss and grief? Leonie Patrice is a Registered Psychologist with over 35 years education, therapeutic training, life and professional experience. She combines these skills to facilitate each individual client’s experience and discovery of their authentic self. Your issues can be transformed into feelings of wellbeing and self-love.
(08) 6109 8078 View (08) 6109 8078

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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.