Somatic Counselling in Melville, WA

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Ajay Hawkes
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Melville, WA 6156
Ajay works with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationships and a range of other issues. Using Somatic, Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy, he has significant experience in helping people improve their lives. As well as offering coping skills and immediate relief, this gets to the root of your issue, leading to lasting change. Ajay works with people in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
Ajay works with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationships and a range of other issues. Using Somatic, Mindfulness Based Psychotherapy, he has significant experience in helping people improve their lives. As well as offering coping skills and immediate relief, this gets to the root of your issue, leading to lasting change. Ajay works with people in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
(08) 9473 6309 View (08) 9473 6309
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Inter Wisdom Counselling and Somatic Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, WA 6156
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) 6490 9213 View (08) 6490 9213
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Toni Jackson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melville, WA 6156
I specialise in working with women and LGBTQI+ folk who are wanting support with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and body image concerns. Many of my clients experience stigma and micro-aggressions on a daily basis. Some of the main reasons people choose to see me are because they struggle with feeling 'not good enough', or they have difficulty coping with overwhelming emotions, or they are struggling in a world that doesn't seem to accept them. Some of my clients feel disconnected from themselves and are wanting support to work out who they are. Most of my clients would like to feel safer.
I specialise in working with women and LGBTQI+ folk who are wanting support with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and body image concerns. Many of my clients experience stigma and micro-aggressions on a daily basis. Some of the main reasons people choose to see me are because they struggle with feeling 'not good enough', or they have difficulty coping with overwhelming emotions, or they are struggling in a world that doesn't seem to accept them. Some of my clients feel disconnected from themselves and are wanting support to work out who they are. Most of my clients would like to feel safer.
(08) 9521 4353 View (08) 9521 4353
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Sally Robson-Thomas
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Melville, WA 6156
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
(08) 6109 8103 View (08) 6109 8103
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Stephanie Crevatin
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, WA 6156
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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The Wellbeing Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Melville, WA 6156
We understand that life can be challenging at times and that it's not always easy to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions that may arise. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, we're here to help you move forward so you can enjoy life again. Our goal is to provide you with support and practical solutions to help you overcome life's obstacles so you can improve your wellbeing and boost your resilience. Our team of friendly psychologists will help you feel at ease straight away as we know how difficult it can be to reach out for support from a mental health professional.
We understand that life can be challenging at times and that it's not always easy to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions that may arise. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, we're here to help you move forward so you can enjoy life again. Our goal is to provide you with support and practical solutions to help you overcome life's obstacles so you can improve your wellbeing and boost your resilience. Our team of friendly psychologists will help you feel at ease straight away as we know how difficult it can be to reach out for support from a mental health professional.
(08) 6206 8958 View (08) 6206 8958
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The Art of She Perinatal Counselling/Arts Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Melville, WA 6156
Have you been affected by an experience of birth, pregnancy, trauma, or parenthood? Are you feeling like your spirit is broken, you are drowning in a sea of uncertainty, and don't know what to do? I hear you, I see you and I can help you. Together we will work through ways to find resolutions so that you can begin to heal and enjoy life again. I am a registered Counsellor, and also trained in Arts Therapy so if you or your child find it difficult to verbally express what you are experiencing we can find other creative ways of working together.
Have you been affected by an experience of birth, pregnancy, trauma, or parenthood? Are you feeling like your spirit is broken, you are drowning in a sea of uncertainty, and don't know what to do? I hear you, I see you and I can help you. Together we will work through ways to find resolutions so that you can begin to heal and enjoy life again. I am a registered Counsellor, and also trained in Arts Therapy so if you or your child find it difficult to verbally express what you are experiencing we can find other creative ways of working together.
(08) 6493 7139 View (08) 6493 7139

More Therapists Nearby

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Karin Sephton
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Palmyra, WA 6157
I have been practicing as a clinical Psychotherapist and Counsellor for more than 25 years, with a history in somatic-body oriented therapy.
I feel passionate about assisting people to achieve positive life changes and gain lasting relief from lifelong pain and trauma. I believe that a therapist can work better with the suffering and distress of others not only through professional and ongoing theoretical training, but also with a true knowledge of themselves.
I have been practicing as a clinical Psychotherapist and Counsellor for more than 25 years, with a history in somatic-body oriented therapy.
I feel passionate about assisting people to achieve positive life changes and gain lasting relief from lifelong pain and trauma. I believe that a therapist can work better with the suffering and distress of others not only through professional and ongoing theoretical training, but also with a true knowledge of themselves.
(08) 7079 4354 View (08) 7079 4354
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Suzannah Stanford
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Palmyra, WA 6157
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), gestalt therapy, Jungian psychology, attachment theory and somatic awareness.
I'm a holistic counsellor & psychotherapist, and my work centres around helping clients make sense and meaning of their life story, and to integrate the many parts of ourselves. I work with people who may be feeling lost, stuck or out of alignment in their lives and relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed by world issues as well as personal ones, perhaps feeling a deep sense of grief, loss or fear about the environmental crisis or around social injustice issues. I also work with people looking to do shadow work or to process and integrate psychedelic experiences.
I draw from Internal Family Systems (IFS), gestalt therapy, Jungian psychology, attachment theory and somatic awareness.
I'm a holistic counsellor & psychotherapist, and my work centres around helping clients make sense and meaning of their life story, and to integrate the many parts of ourselves. I work with people who may be feeling lost, stuck or out of alignment in their lives and relationships. You may be feeling overwhelmed by world issues as well as personal ones, perhaps feeling a deep sense of grief, loss or fear about the environmental crisis or around social injustice issues. I also work with people looking to do shadow work or to process and integrate psychedelic experiences.
(08) 9473 6343 View (08) 9473 6343
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Anunda C Merz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilton, WA 6163
I also integrate Somatic awareness & use art therapeutic strategies.
Are you looking for a safe space to process life challenges and the emotional impact it has? Do you want to make sense of overwhelming feelings, find your calm and have more choice in your response? Together in a compassionate gentle way, we can explore your struggles / concerns, gain some clarity about whats going on, with an aim for you to feel more empowered and have greater peace in your life. Developing a relaxed, supportive connection with you is my priority. Feeling at ease, respected and appreciated is essential for therapy to be effective. I go at your pace.
I also integrate Somatic awareness & use art therapeutic strategies.
Are you looking for a safe space to process life challenges and the emotional impact it has? Do you want to make sense of overwhelming feelings, find your calm and have more choice in your response? Together in a compassionate gentle way, we can explore your struggles / concerns, gain some clarity about whats going on, with an aim for you to feel more empowered and have greater peace in your life. Developing a relaxed, supportive connection with you is my priority. Feeling at ease, respected and appreciated is essential for therapy to be effective. I go at your pace.
(08) 6219 3504 View (08) 6219 3504
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Applecross, WA 6153
: Somatic & Schema Therapy, EMDR, Attachment, Person-Centered, and Emotionally-focused Therapy; & Tapping Therapy.
“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.
: Somatic & Schema Therapy, EMDR, Attachment, Person-Centered, and Emotionally-focused Therapy; & Tapping Therapy.
“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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Russya Connor
Psychotherapist, PhD, AThR
Verified Verified
Hilton, WA 6163
As a seasoned dramatherapist and coach, I specialize in playfulness and creativity, enriched by my expertise in somatic and embodiment practices.
My ideal client seeks to harness playfulness and creativity as transformative tools. They may feel stressed, stuck, or unfulfilled in personal or professional areas, aiming to enhance resilience, improve relationships, and deepen self-connection. They are not just looking to cope but to thrive and lead a joyfully enriched life.
As a seasoned dramatherapist and coach, I specialize in playfulness and creativity, enriched by my expertise in somatic and embodiment practices.
My ideal client seeks to harness playfulness and creativity as transformative tools. They may feel stressed, stuck, or unfulfilled in personal or professional areas, aiming to enhance resilience, improve relationships, and deepen self-connection. They are not just looking to cope but to thrive and lead a joyfully enriched life.
(08) 6206 8009 View (08) 6206 8009
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Jay Chinnery
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Applecross, WA 6153
Jay works with adults to overcome traumatic stress. Emerging trauma literature suggests that traumatic stress underpins most mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and borderline personality. Those living with traumatic stress typically feel numb, disconnected, afraid, alone, empty, and unsafe. They are often confused about why they feel bad and frequently ask, “what's wrong with me?” They can be disconnected from themselves, their loved ones, or the world around them, and they often have an addiction they use to reduce their pain. Ultimately, they want to feel safe, but this can feel unobtainable.
Jay works with adults to overcome traumatic stress. Emerging trauma literature suggests that traumatic stress underpins most mental health diagnoses, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, and borderline personality. Those living with traumatic stress typically feel numb, disconnected, afraid, alone, empty, and unsafe. They are often confused about why they feel bad and frequently ask, “what's wrong with me?” They can be disconnected from themselves, their loved ones, or the world around them, and they often have an addiction they use to reduce their pain. Ultimately, they want to feel safe, but this can feel unobtainable.
(08) 6493 7850 View (08) 6493 7850
Ardross Psychology Practice
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, WA 6153
I am a partner at Ardross Psychology Practice along with Dr Peter Gibbons. We are both experienced clinicians who utilise Body-Mind-Relationship strategies to address attachment and other trauma related difficulties. We relocated to Myalup WA in April 2024 and provide online therapy only. We aim to provide residential mental health retreats in a very peaceful, natural bush setting. We invite expression of interest via e-mail. I provide online therapy only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and accept a very limited number of new referrals. Dr Gibbons will operate as normal from Tuesdays to Thursdays.
I am a partner at Ardross Psychology Practice along with Dr Peter Gibbons. We are both experienced clinicians who utilise Body-Mind-Relationship strategies to address attachment and other trauma related difficulties. We relocated to Myalup WA in April 2024 and provide online therapy only. We aim to provide residential mental health retreats in a very peaceful, natural bush setting. We invite expression of interest via e-mail. I provide online therapy only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and accept a very limited number of new referrals. Dr Gibbons will operate as normal from Tuesdays to Thursdays.
(08) 7078 7667 View (08) 7078 7667
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Danielle Passmore
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Fremantle, WA 6158  (Online Only)
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
(08) 9473 6346 View (08) 9473 6346
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Jessica Wilkes
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Fremantle, WA 6158
The Make It Well is a creatively responsive, embodied Counselling and Art Therapies service that welcomes you, as you are, supporting you in empowered embracing and expanding of all aspects your whole self. Jess at The Make It Well offers confidential, tailored sessions using a Person Centred, integrated approach. Whether you are seeking support to: navigate specific mental health and wellbeing challenges; safely explore of parts of your self; seek clarity or expansion... or whether you are curious about the possibilities of a Counselling or Art Therapy journey...The first step is to get in touch.
The Make It Well is a creatively responsive, embodied Counselling and Art Therapies service that welcomes you, as you are, supporting you in empowered embracing and expanding of all aspects your whole self. Jess at The Make It Well offers confidential, tailored sessions using a Person Centred, integrated approach. Whether you are seeking support to: navigate specific mental health and wellbeing challenges; safely explore of parts of your self; seek clarity or expansion... or whether you are curious about the possibilities of a Counselling or Art Therapy journey...The first step is to get in touch.
(08) 6206 8125 View (08) 6206 8125
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Angela Ranallo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bicton, WA 6157  (Online Only)
Angela Ranallo is an accredited mental health clinician and supervisor with AASW.  She is a member of Australian College of Social Work (ACSW) signifying advanced clinical practice. Angela is a Medicare Australia registered provider, a Clinical member of the Australian Association of Family Therapy (AAFT). Angela Ranallo has operated an independent counselling and family therapy service in Perth, WA since 2008.   Angela has over 26 years’ professional experience in counselling, family therapy with a focus on:
Angela Ranallo is an accredited mental health clinician and supervisor with AASW.  She is a member of Australian College of Social Work (ACSW) signifying advanced clinical practice. Angela is a Medicare Australia registered provider, a Clinical member of the Australian Association of Family Therapy (AAFT). Angela Ranallo has operated an independent counselling and family therapy service in Perth, WA since 2008.   Angela has over 26 years’ professional experience in counselling, family therapy with a focus on:
(08) 6490 9034 View (08) 6490 9034
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Kelly Hefferon -
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Murdoch, WA 6150
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
(08) 9473 6364 View (08) 9473 6364
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Zen Life Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Applecross, WA 6153
Nez’s engaging and welcoming approach helps to put her clients at ease, and creates a safe space for them to open up and discuss any concerns. Nez provides unconditional support to her clients, guiding them to achieve insight about their concerns at their own desired pace. In this way, her client’s feel heard without judgement, and empowered to make changes in their own time and way. Nez is particularly skilled at helping her clients to improve communication, build trust, and deepen authentic relationship with self and others.
Nez’s engaging and welcoming approach helps to put her clients at ease, and creates a safe space for them to open up and discuss any concerns. Nez provides unconditional support to her clients, guiding them to achieve insight about their concerns at their own desired pace. In this way, her client’s feel heard without judgement, and empowered to make changes in their own time and way. Nez is particularly skilled at helping her clients to improve communication, build trust, and deepen authentic relationship with self and others.
(08) 7078 8228 View (08) 7078 8228
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Traumawise
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
East Fremantle, WA 6158
I am Cheryl Pratt, an experienced clinical counsellor based in Fremantle. If you are struggling with phobias, fears, addiction, anxiety, trauma or PTSD I can offer you support and tangible solutions to alleviate discomfort and suffering. I use a range of modalities but prefer the evidence based therapy EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) because it produces such positive outcomes for my clients. I have more than 25 years' experience working in schools, TAFE, addiction treatment centres, mental health settings and private practice. I will collaborate with you to achieve the results you desire.
I am Cheryl Pratt, an experienced clinical counsellor based in Fremantle. If you are struggling with phobias, fears, addiction, anxiety, trauma or PTSD I can offer you support and tangible solutions to alleviate discomfort and suffering. I use a range of modalities but prefer the evidence based therapy EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) because it produces such positive outcomes for my clients. I have more than 25 years' experience working in schools, TAFE, addiction treatment centres, mental health settings and private practice. I will collaborate with you to achieve the results you desire.
0478 748 942 View 0478 748 942

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Somatic Counsellors

How does somatic therapy work?

Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.

Is EMDR a somatic therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?

Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.

What is somatic trauma therapy?

Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.