Female Counselling in Joondanna, WA

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Michelle Ryan-Gittens
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
Michelle is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an assoc. member of Australian Psychological Society. She has twenty years experience working with children, adolescents and women and has been employed as a psychologist in schools, early intervention, parenting support, disabilities services and private practice.
Michelle is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and an assoc. member of Australian Psychological Society. She has twenty years experience working with children, adolescents and women and has been employed as a psychologist in schools, early intervention, parenting support, disabilities services and private practice.
(08) 6490 9083 View (08) 6490 9083
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Jane Norgard
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works in a collaborative, warm, genuine and non-judgmental way to assist people with reaching their goals. This can mean working with someone who is experiencing mental health difficulties as a result of mental illness or a challenging life event or helping a client who is relatively ‘well’. My aim is to provide people with the knowledge, skills and strength needed to make sustainable and meaningful changes in their lives. My practice involves providing psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing personal, emotional, behavioural, social, educational and/or occupational issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works in a collaborative, warm, genuine and non-judgmental way to assist people with reaching their goals. This can mean working with someone who is experiencing mental health difficulties as a result of mental illness or a challenging life event or helping a client who is relatively ‘well’. My aim is to provide people with the knowledge, skills and strength needed to make sustainable and meaningful changes in their lives. My practice involves providing psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults experiencing personal, emotional, behavioural, social, educational and/or occupational issues.
(08) 7078 8326 View (08) 7078 8326
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Vivienne Willan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
I support children to develop healthy coping strategies for big emotions. I also help children navigate conflict with their peers and family and develop a healthy self esteem. I also support parents to understand their child's challenges, and up skill them with strategies for managing these challenges at home. I have particular interest in working with OCD and ADHD.
I support children to develop healthy coping strategies for big emotions. I also help children navigate conflict with their peers and family and develop a healthy self esteem. I also support parents to understand their child's challenges, and up skill them with strategies for managing these challenges at home. I have particular interest in working with OCD and ADHD.
(08) 6490 9099 View (08) 6490 9099
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Sabinne Barquett
Counsellor, MPsych, PACFA
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
Sabinne has been leading hundreds of people in their paths of self-transformation. There has been a huge impact in these people’s lives. She has helped them to successfully overcome depression, anxiety disorders, panic, trauma (including PTSD), relationship challenges, loss and grief, suicidal ideation and self-harm, parenting conflicts, stress, eating disorders, addictions, bullying, self-esteem issues, insomnia and also assisted them with their self-awareness. During these years she has worked with all age groups, with people from different backgrounds and also in the disability field. She works with Psychotherapy and Coaching.
Sabinne has been leading hundreds of people in their paths of self-transformation. There has been a huge impact in these people’s lives. She has helped them to successfully overcome depression, anxiety disorders, panic, trauma (including PTSD), relationship challenges, loss and grief, suicidal ideation and self-harm, parenting conflicts, stress, eating disorders, addictions, bullying, self-esteem issues, insomnia and also assisted them with their self-awareness. During these years she has worked with all age groups, with people from different backgrounds and also in the disability field. She works with Psychotherapy and Coaching.
(08) 7079 4274 View (08) 7079 4274
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Dr Rebecca Chau
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
I offer a warm, open, collaborative therapy environment for those experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, and difficult life transitions. As a clinical psychologist, I also offer DBT-informed therapy for individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder traits (or Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder). Formally trained in CBT, I also utilise Schema Therapy to collaboratively work with you to develop new strategies for thinking and behaving that serve to improve the quality of your life.
I offer a warm, open, collaborative therapy environment for those experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, and difficult life transitions. As a clinical psychologist, I also offer DBT-informed therapy for individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder traits (or Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder). Formally trained in CBT, I also utilise Schema Therapy to collaboratively work with you to develop new strategies for thinking and behaving that serve to improve the quality of your life.
(08) 6490 9123 View (08) 6490 9123
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Jessica Denz
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Joondanna, WA 6060
I like to work in an honest environment where sessions are collaborative and unique to each client. I believe developing a strong therapeutic bond is important to progress and essential to a positive therapeutic experience where clients feel safe, heard, comfortable and confident in giving feedback. I am authentic, caring and friendly but am also direct when needed and not afraid to ask the hard questions, delve into difficult conversations or address the unconscious issues. I like to work across a range of areas such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, ADHD and complex trauma.
I like to work in an honest environment where sessions are collaborative and unique to each client. I believe developing a strong therapeutic bond is important to progress and essential to a positive therapeutic experience where clients feel safe, heard, comfortable and confident in giving feedback. I am authentic, caring and friendly but am also direct when needed and not afraid to ask the hard questions, delve into difficult conversations or address the unconscious issues. I like to work across a range of areas such as depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, ADHD and complex trauma.
(08) 6490 9033 View (08) 6490 9033

More Therapists Nearby

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Simone Butun
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Yokine, WA 6060
My goal is to help you overcome the challenges that are preventing you from living your best life. My approach emphasises evidence-based practice, meaning I rely on scientifically-proven methods to help you achieve positive outcomes. , I am committed to providing the highest standard of care to my clients. I believe in the power of the mind-body relationship and specialise in treating complex health conditions such as chronic pain and autoimmune disorders. By working together, we can discover the unique tools and strategies that will help you overcome life's obstacles and achieve greater wellbeing.
My goal is to help you overcome the challenges that are preventing you from living your best life. My approach emphasises evidence-based practice, meaning I rely on scientifically-proven methods to help you achieve positive outcomes. , I am committed to providing the highest standard of care to my clients. I believe in the power of the mind-body relationship and specialise in treating complex health conditions such as chronic pain and autoimmune disorders. By working together, we can discover the unique tools and strategies that will help you overcome life's obstacles and achieve greater wellbeing.
(08) 6493 7668 View (08) 6493 7668
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Louisa Godwin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Osborne Park, WA 6017
Louisa is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. She has over 6 years experience working with children, families, parents and adolescents in private practice and has worked with presentations such as anxiety, emotional dysregulation, behavioural problems, school issues, depression and relationship issues.
Louisa is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. She has over 6 years experience working with children, families, parents and adolescents in private practice and has worked with presentations such as anxiety, emotional dysregulation, behavioural problems, school issues, depression and relationship issues.
(08) 6493 7751 View (08) 6493 7751
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Caroline Spiers
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leederville, WA 6007  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? A good counsellor will allow you space to talk, guide you gently along your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? A good counsellor will allow you space to talk, guide you gently along your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
(03) 7003 2855 View (03) 7003 2855
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Inter Wisdom Counselling and Somatic Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Perth, WA 6006
Interwisdom Somatic Therapy/Counselling and Wellness Services are tailored to your unique situation. I have extensive experience working with individuals, families and groups in various community, clinical and wellness programs, throughout WA. I am passionate about people learning about their strengths to manage the challenges, so they can effectively adapt and live with settlement, authenticity and purpose. My approach is to work with the client in practical and logical ways to find meaning and implement change, in a way they can participate to integrate and regulate with more ease.
Interwisdom Somatic Therapy/Counselling and Wellness Services are tailored to your unique situation. I have extensive experience working with individuals, families and groups in various community, clinical and wellness programs, throughout WA. I am passionate about people learning about their strengths to manage the challenges, so they can effectively adapt and live with settlement, authenticity and purpose. My approach is to work with the client in practical and logical ways to find meaning and implement change, in a way they can participate to integrate and regulate with more ease.
(08) 6333 0743 View (08) 6333 0743
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Nora Gillespie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mirrabooka, WA 6061
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people, adults and their families to connect and grow as individuals but also collectively. I work collaboratively with clients to address different life challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting struggles and developmental issues using a range of counselling approaches and psychological interventions. As one of the very few Vietnamese speaking psychologist in WA, I aspire to support the community seek support for their wellbeing without the cultural stigma and challenges.
I am a Registered Psychologist who is passionate about supporting young people, adults and their families to connect and grow as individuals but also collectively. I work collaboratively with clients to address different life challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting struggles and developmental issues using a range of counselling approaches and psychological interventions. As one of the very few Vietnamese speaking psychologist in WA, I aspire to support the community seek support for their wellbeing without the cultural stigma and challenges.
(08) 6219 3539 View (08) 6219 3539
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Jacinta Sfreddo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
North Perth, WA 6006
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist providing evidence based psychological therapy to individuals over 18 years old. I have 10 years of experience working with people who struggle with a variety of difficulties, including: Stress, Anxiety, Mood related disorders, Addiction, Grief and loss, Trauma, Low self-worth, Personality disorders; and other behavioural and thought patterns that keep people stuck in their pain.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist providing evidence based psychological therapy to individuals over 18 years old. I have 10 years of experience working with people who struggle with a variety of difficulties, including: Stress, Anxiety, Mood related disorders, Addiction, Grief and loss, Trauma, Low self-worth, Personality disorders; and other behavioural and thought patterns that keep people stuck in their pain.
(08) 6490 9155 View (08) 6490 9155
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Renae Buckley
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Perth, WA 6006
Thanks for visiting my profile! :) I am happy to help. I love empowering people to set boundaries, express their needs and to build self-love and kindness. If this is what you need, you are in luck! For new (and eligible) clients, I am offering bulk billing (which means no charge to you), for your initial session! This is a great opportunity to see if therapy is right for you, and if I am a good fit :) You will need to have a Medicare card and obtain a Mental Health Care Plan and referral from your GP to access this. Conditions apply. Please enquire! :) Please continue reading below to learn more about how I work and how I can help!
Thanks for visiting my profile! :) I am happy to help. I love empowering people to set boundaries, express their needs and to build self-love and kindness. If this is what you need, you are in luck! For new (and eligible) clients, I am offering bulk billing (which means no charge to you), for your initial session! This is a great opportunity to see if therapy is right for you, and if I am a good fit :) You will need to have a Medicare card and obtain a Mental Health Care Plan and referral from your GP to access this. Conditions apply. Please enquire! :) Please continue reading below to learn more about how I work and how I can help!
(08) 6206 8146 View (08) 6206 8146
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Nicole Logue - Relationship Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, WA 6052
Helping couples to build healthy relationships through enhancing their communication, intimacy and sense of connection is one of my passions. Whether you're having difficult feeling heard by your partner, are having the same arguments that don't get resolved, want to bring back the spark to your partnership, or are needing healing after an affair there is still hope and I'd be happy to work with you.
Helping couples to build healthy relationships through enhancing their communication, intimacy and sense of connection is one of my passions. Whether you're having difficult feeling heard by your partner, are having the same arguments that don't get resolved, want to bring back the spark to your partnership, or are needing healing after an affair there is still hope and I'd be happy to work with you.
(08) 7701 9694 View (08) 7701 9694
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APT Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Inglewood, WA 6052
Hello, I am Sam, a dedicated mindfulness counsellor with over a decade of experience. I believe therapeutic relationships built on trust and empathy are integral to counselling. Are you overwhelmed or feeling uncertain, please know that you are not alone. APT Counselling offers individual and couples sessions for late teens and adults who are experiencing clinical depression, anxiety and relationship issues. An integrated and tailored approach will be personalized to your needs and desires.
Hello, I am Sam, a dedicated mindfulness counsellor with over a decade of experience. I believe therapeutic relationships built on trust and empathy are integral to counselling. Are you overwhelmed or feeling uncertain, please know that you are not alone. APT Counselling offers individual and couples sessions for late teens and adults who are experiencing clinical depression, anxiety and relationship issues. An integrated and tailored approach will be personalized to your needs and desires.
(08) 6490 9534 View (08) 6490 9534
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Tiana Ivani Silva
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Perth, WA 6006
My practice is aimed at individuals aged 18 and over, but I especially enjoy to welcome people aged 60+, who experience different types of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, difficulty in social relationships, as well as psychosomatic symptoms.
My practice is aimed at individuals aged 18 and over, but I especially enjoy to welcome people aged 60+, who experience different types of issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loneliness, difficulty in social relationships, as well as psychosomatic symptoms.
(08) 6490 9403 View (08) 6490 9403
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Suzannah Stanford
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Leederville, WA 6007
I'm a holistic counsellor & psychotherapist, and my work centres around helping clients make sense and meaning of their life story. I work with people who may be feeling lost, stuck or out of alignment in their lives and relationships. I also specialise in working with people who are feeling overwhelmed by world issues as well as personal ones. You may be feeling a deep sense of grief, loss or fear about the environmental crisis or around social injustice issues.
I'm a holistic counsellor & psychotherapist, and my work centres around helping clients make sense and meaning of their life story. I work with people who may be feeling lost, stuck or out of alignment in their lives and relationships. I also specialise in working with people who are feeling overwhelmed by world issues as well as personal ones. You may be feeling a deep sense of grief, loss or fear about the environmental crisis or around social injustice issues.
(08) 9473 6343 View (08) 9473 6343
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Dr Karen Brooker
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Inglewood, WA 6052
I am currently taking referrals for Neuropsychological assessment. I am an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist who has conducted assessments both internationally and within remote and rural Australia. I have worked both in the public sector, non-government agencies, and in private practice. I conduct neuropsychological assessments for individuals, legal firms, government & insurance agencies and medical professionals including psychiatrists. I assess children from the age of 8 and adolescents, adults and older adults. I have availability beginning February 2023.
I am currently taking referrals for Neuropsychological assessment. I am an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist and Clinical Psychologist who has conducted assessments both internationally and within remote and rural Australia. I have worked both in the public sector, non-government agencies, and in private practice. I conduct neuropsychological assessments for individuals, legal firms, government & insurance agencies and medical professionals including psychiatrists. I assess children from the age of 8 and adolescents, adults and older adults. I have availability beginning February 2023.
(08) 7079 4201 View (08) 7079 4201
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Carmel Bob
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
West Leederville, WA 6007
Carmel is experienced in working with young adults, adults and couples in the areas of anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders , adjustment issues, cross cultural issues, grief and loss and relationship issues including; affairs, communication difficulties, assisted fertility, loss of intimacy and exit counselling
Carmel is experienced in working with young adults, adults and couples in the areas of anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders , adjustment issues, cross cultural issues, grief and loss and relationship issues including; affairs, communication difficulties, assisted fertility, loss of intimacy and exit counselling
(08) 6118 7213 View (08) 6118 7213
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Jacqui Vincent
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Mount Hawthorn, WA 6016
Jacqui is a Clinical Psychologist, with over 12 years’ experience in private practice. She offers a warm, compassionate and trusting space for clients to explore their challenges. Jacqui has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more (see below). She is particularly passionate about building her clients’ curiosity and self-awareness. Jacqui has the deepest respect for her clients and holds the belief that everyone deserves to have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Jacqui welcomes adult clients and she is here to help you with all aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
Jacqui is a Clinical Psychologist, with over 12 years’ experience in private practice. She offers a warm, compassionate and trusting space for clients to explore their challenges. Jacqui has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more (see below). She is particularly passionate about building her clients’ curiosity and self-awareness. Jacqui has the deepest respect for her clients and holds the belief that everyone deserves to have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Jacqui welcomes adult clients and she is here to help you with all aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
(08) 6493 7597 View (08) 6493 7597
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.