Positive Psychology Counselling in Perth, WA

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Kylie Mathieson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
She draws upon a range of techniques including CBT, solution-orientated therapy, ACT, polyvagal theory, positive psychology, features of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic therapies.
Kylie is well known for her holistic, down-to-earth and non-judgemental style. She has worked with clients across the developmental spectrum, using evidence-based approaches to support those impacted by anxiety, depression, mood fluctuations, autism, and ADHD. She also enjoys supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Kylie has particular interests in helping individuals navigate difficult life transitions, adapt following diagnosis/illness, manage professional pressures; improve performance, and embed healthy lifestyle habits (e.g. movement, mindful awareness, sleep). Kylie has further qualifications in fitness and executive coaching.
She draws upon a range of techniques including CBT, solution-orientated therapy, ACT, polyvagal theory, positive psychology, features of Internal Family Systems (IFS), and psychodynamic therapies.
Kylie is well known for her holistic, down-to-earth and non-judgemental style. She has worked with clients across the developmental spectrum, using evidence-based approaches to support those impacted by anxiety, depression, mood fluctuations, autism, and ADHD. She also enjoys supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Kylie has particular interests in helping individuals navigate difficult life transitions, adapt following diagnosis/illness, manage professional pressures; improve performance, and embed healthy lifestyle habits (e.g. movement, mindful awareness, sleep). Kylie has further qualifications in fitness and executive coaching.
(08) 6556 9594 View (08) 6556 9594
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Kathy Miller
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Applecross, WA 6153
Drawing from modalities such as but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Positive Psychology, I work with clients across the lifespan (currently only taking on aged 18+).
I am a warm and empathic psychologist committed to assisting people to work through life challenges in a way that is meaningful to them. Whether it's management of ongoing anxiety and depression, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, grief or simply just 'feeling stuck'. I will work with you to develop a plan that will attend to your unique needs and circumstances.
Drawing from modalities such as but not limited to, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Positive Psychology, I work with clients across the lifespan (currently only taking on aged 18+).
I am a warm and empathic psychologist committed to assisting people to work through life challenges in a way that is meaningful to them. Whether it's management of ongoing anxiety and depression, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, grief or simply just 'feeling stuck'. I will work with you to develop a plan that will attend to your unique needs and circumstances.
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Mindy Simpson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
My overall approach would be tailored to your needs and is ‘strengths based’ as I incorporate the fundamentals of positive psychology in my work to help you fulfil your own potential in life and on the sporting field.
Do you feel like you are not living the life you imagined, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with day to day stressors and not even close to reaching your potential? Do you suffer from anxiety and negative thinking patterns which take you away from the life you want to lead? Do you feel like there's something holding you back from performing at your best? Imagine you could wake up and you had learnt to live with your fear, anxiety, stress and life's struggles and they weren't holding you back anymore and you were able to thrive. Wouldn't that be great!
My overall approach would be tailored to your needs and is ‘strengths based’ as I incorporate the fundamentals of positive psychology in my work to help you fulfil your own potential in life and on the sporting field.
Do you feel like you are not living the life you imagined, feeling overwhelmed, struggling with day to day stressors and not even close to reaching your potential? Do you suffer from anxiety and negative thinking patterns which take you away from the life you want to lead? Do you feel like there's something holding you back from performing at your best? Imagine you could wake up and you had learnt to live with your fear, anxiety, stress and life's struggles and they weren't holding you back anymore and you were able to thrive. Wouldn't that be great!
(08) 7079 5665 View (08) 7079 5665
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Nora Gillespie
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Girrawheen, WA 6064
I apply solutions focused therapy, mindfulness and positive psychology, CBT, SFT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EFT, and utilise trauma-informed practices.
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 apply solutions focused therapy, mindfulness and positive psychology, CBT, SFT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EFT, and utilise trauma-informed practices.
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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Cadie Amalfi
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across the public, private, and non-for-profit sectors. I adopt a warm, person-centred to understanding why you have chosen to engage in therapy and enjoy working with each person to accomplish their self-identified goals and live meaningful lives. I have experience providing therapy to clients who are experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders, experiencing life transitions including individuation and finding identity, LGBTQIA+, positive psychology, and stressors & interpersonal difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across the public, private, and non-for-profit sectors. I adopt a warm, person-centred to understanding why you have chosen to engage in therapy and enjoy working with each person to accomplish their self-identified goals and live meaningful lives. I have experience providing therapy to clients who are experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders, experiencing life transitions including individuation and finding identity, LGBTQIA+, positive psychology, and stressors & interpersonal difficulties.
(08) 6490 9080 View (08) 6490 9080
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Mumshine
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Kingsley, WA 6026  (Online Only)
I help mums across Australia using positive psychology techniques to process these thoughts and feelings, learn new strategies and make changes that support them, based on their strengths.
As a fellow mum and counsellor who specialises in supporting mums, I truly get the ups and downs of motherhood and how overwhelming and messy it can be. My online counselling sessions offer a warm, safe space where you can share your feelings, work through worries and find yourself again. Whether you're struggling with mum guilt, feeling a bit lost, or just overwhelmed by daily pressures, I'm here to listen and help you find balance, peace and contentment. Let's work together to navigate this journey, so you can thrive and feel more like yourself again.
I help mums across Australia using positive psychology techniques to process these thoughts and feelings, learn new strategies and make changes that support them, based on their strengths.
As a fellow mum and counsellor who specialises in supporting mums, I truly get the ups and downs of motherhood and how overwhelming and messy it can be. My online counselling sessions offer a warm, safe space where you can share your feelings, work through worries and find yourself again. Whether you're struggling with mum guilt, feeling a bit lost, or just overwhelmed by daily pressures, I'm here to listen and help you find balance, peace and contentment. Let's work together to navigate this journey, so you can thrive and feel more like yourself again.
0466 965 526 View 0466 965 526
Lisa Viska
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Wembley, WA 6014
I am a Registered Psychologist who has over 30 years experience in working with young and older adults, and couples, in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress management, anger management, conflict resolution, assertive communication, relationships, loss and grief and parenting skills. I am a friendly and approachable person who works from a strength’s-based perspective to empower my clients to achieve their desired counselling goals. I have been trained in several evidence based therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy and Schema Therapy.
I am a Registered Psychologist who has over 30 years experience in working with young and older adults, and couples, in the areas of anxiety, depression, stress management, anger management, conflict resolution, assertive communication, relationships, loss and grief and parenting skills. I am a friendly and approachable person who works from a strength’s-based perspective to empower my clients to achieve their desired counselling goals. I have been trained in several evidence based therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy and Schema Therapy.
(08) 7701 9588 View (08) 7701 9588
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Dynamic Performance Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Caroline Bailey, Principal Psychologist of Dynamic Performance Psychology. I am a registered Psychologist (PhD in Performance Psychology) as well as a High Performance Running Coach (Athletics Australia level 3). I work with a range of clients - principally with developing- and elite athletes, but also high performers in other contexts (e.g. in organisations). I use established therapeutic techniques drawing from CBT, ACT and Positive Psychology within a brief ‘goal centred’ approach. This means focused, tailored sessions that emphasise practical strategies and activities, to help you achieve the outcomes you desire.
Hi, I'm Caroline Bailey, Principal Psychologist of Dynamic Performance Psychology. I am a registered Psychologist (PhD in Performance Psychology) as well as a High Performance Running Coach (Athletics Australia level 3). I work with a range of clients - principally with developing- and elite athletes, but also high performers in other contexts (e.g. in organisations). I use established therapeutic techniques drawing from CBT, ACT and Positive Psychology within a brief ‘goal centred’ approach. This means focused, tailored sessions that emphasise practical strategies and activities, to help you achieve the outcomes you desire.
(02) 5604 6204 View (02) 5604 6204
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Kathleen Mckinnon
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
Kathleen draws upon a range of therapeutic styles to provide strengths-based, tailored interventions, including Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, mindfulness strategies, and positive psychology.
Kathleen is an Australian registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar. Kathleen has a range of experience working with clients across the lifespan and in different settings including inpatient mental health, acute outpatient mental health, education and private practice. Kathleen is passionate about working collaboratively with clients in an empathic and confidential space that fosters trust, curiosity, and personal growth. She has extensive experience supporting clients with anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, adjustment issues, grief and loss and parenting.
Kathleen draws upon a range of therapeutic styles to provide strengths-based, tailored interventions, including Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, mindfulness strategies, and positive psychology.
Kathleen is an Australian registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar. Kathleen has a range of experience working with clients across the lifespan and in different settings including inpatient mental health, acute outpatient mental health, education and private practice. Kathleen is passionate about working collaboratively with clients in an empathic and confidential space that fosters trust, curiosity, and personal growth. She has extensive experience supporting clients with anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, adjustment issues, grief and loss and parenting.
1800 327 477 x1 View 1800 327 477 x1
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Natasha De Bellis
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
Natasha provides evidence-based interventions which draw upon principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology and Solution Focused therapy.
Natasha is a passionate and caring registered psychologist who uses a solution-focused approach to help you explore and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you may be facing. Natasha has over 15 years experience in the Workers compensation space and Natasha has extensive experiencing working with adults to help them manage with anxiety, adjustment issues, low self-esteem and postnatal depression. Natasha also has special interest in coaching, teaching assertiveness and parenting.
Natasha provides evidence-based interventions which draw upon principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology and Solution Focused therapy.
Natasha is a passionate and caring registered psychologist who uses a solution-focused approach to help you explore and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you may be facing. Natasha has over 15 years experience in the Workers compensation space and Natasha has extensive experiencing working with adults to help them manage with anxiety, adjustment issues, low self-esteem and postnatal depression. Natasha also has special interest in coaching, teaching assertiveness and parenting.
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Karen Barnes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth Airport, WA 6105  (Online Only)
Karen is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a range of experience over clinical, vocational, and more complex settings. As well as holding full APS membership, she is also a member of the Positive Psychology, Trauma and Psychology, and Intellectual Disability and Autism groups. With a passion for Individuality and Neurodiversity, she applies this approach to every unique individual she works with to explore and develop the person’s strengths and talents to assist in empowering them to achieve their goals.
Karen is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a range of experience over clinical, vocational, and more complex settings. As well as holding full APS membership, she is also a member of the Positive Psychology, Trauma and Psychology, and Intellectual Disability and Autism groups. With a passion for Individuality and Neurodiversity, she applies this approach to every unique individual she works with to explore and develop the person’s strengths and talents to assist in empowering them to achieve their goals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Cherry Tree Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
South Perth, WA 6151
Waitlist for new clients
Cherry Tree Counselling is a small, private and supportive service for children and adolescents in South Perth. My passion is to support children and adolescents with anxiety, emotional regulation and friendship skills. Having gained a Masters of Counselling from Monash University, a BA (Hons) in Education and a Post Graduate teaching degree, I am able to tailor sessions to your child's individual needs.
Cherry Tree Counselling is a small, private and supportive service for children and adolescents in South Perth. My passion is to support children and adolescents with anxiety, emotional regulation and friendship skills. Having gained a Masters of Counselling from Monash University, a BA (Hons) in Education and a Post Graduate teaching degree, I am able to tailor sessions to your child's individual needs.
(08) 7078 8281 View (08) 7078 8281
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Brian Allen and Associates
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
West Perth, WA 6005  (Online Only)
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
(08) 9121 1016 View (08) 9121 1016
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Keystone Therapy
PhD
Verified Verified
Byford, WA 6122
We provide a person-centred approach to brain-based therapy that is designed to educate, empower, engage, and facilitate processes of growth, self-awareness, and self-healing. Keystone Therapy has developed a model of the root causes of behaviour. The model is holistic in that it integrates neurobiological, social and cultural impacts upon the psychological processes that underlie mental health. Introducing new learning, which brings about changes in the brain, results in concomitant changes in behaviour. Thus, through utilizing the brain’s inherent ability (“neuroplasticity”) to form new neural connections new behaviours arise.
We provide a person-centred approach to brain-based therapy that is designed to educate, empower, engage, and facilitate processes of growth, self-awareness, and self-healing. Keystone Therapy has developed a model of the root causes of behaviour. The model is holistic in that it integrates neurobiological, social and cultural impacts upon the psychological processes that underlie mental health. Introducing new learning, which brings about changes in the brain, results in concomitant changes in behaviour. Thus, through utilizing the brain’s inherent ability (“neuroplasticity”) to form new neural connections new behaviours arise.
(08) 6171 2825 View (08) 6171 2825
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Diana Lalor
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011
Diana is a Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, an accredited Gestalt Therapist, experienced Relationship Counsellor and has been practising in Perth, Western Australia since 1990. She is the Principal Psychologist and Proprietor of Cottesloe Counselling Centre.
Diana is a Psychologist trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, an accredited Gestalt Therapist, experienced Relationship Counsellor and has been practising in Perth, Western Australia since 1990. She is the Principal Psychologist and Proprietor of Cottesloe Counselling Centre.
(08) 9551 7926 View (08) 9551 7926
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Dr Joseph Fleming
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AMHSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ridgewood, WA 6030
Working with people across the lifespan, from children through to adults and older persons, I provide a unique contribution to the mental health space in a holistic approach. The advanced training that is expected to maintain AMHSW status prepares and provides me with the skills to work with people with very complex presentations and co-morbidities.• Depression • Anxiety related disorders including phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Workplace issues • Grief and Loss • Parenting • Disability • Personality Disorders • Domestic Violence and aggression • School related
Working with people across the lifespan, from children through to adults and older persons, I provide a unique contribution to the mental health space in a holistic approach. The advanced training that is expected to maintain AMHSW status prepares and provides me with the skills to work with people with very complex presentations and co-morbidities.• Depression • Anxiety related disorders including phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Workplace issues • Grief and Loss • Parenting • Disability • Personality Disorders • Domestic Violence and aggression • School related
(08) 6219 3266 View (08) 6219 3266
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Tamra Eastough
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Tamra is passionate about creating stability and trust within the client and therapist relationship. I value the importance of a strength-based approach to treatment to promote growth and lasting outcomes. I welcome individuals and couples of all backgrounds, genders, identifications, or religious beliefs. I am dedicated to working collaboratively in a non-judgmental, empathic and compassionate environment to create a safe space for clients to explore and genuinely express their concerns.
Tamra is passionate about creating stability and trust within the client and therapist relationship. I value the importance of a strength-based approach to treatment to promote growth and lasting outcomes. I welcome individuals and couples of all backgrounds, genders, identifications, or religious beliefs. I am dedicated to working collaboratively in a non-judgmental, empathic and compassionate environment to create a safe space for clients to explore and genuinely express their concerns.
(08) 9521 4102 View (08) 9521 4102
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Jacob Jones
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
My name is Jacob, I am a registered psychologist with Sage Psychological Services. Sage is a local private practice, offering affordable and holistic mental health support to our clients. I have a considerable amount of experience working with trauma, anxiety, PTSD and stress within adult populations. I also have experience working with mood-related issues, other anxiety-related issues, personality issues and relationship issues. I use an empathic and holistic approach to each client to assist in not only resolving symptoms experienced but attaining growth towards personal goals and values.
(08) 9468 7252 View (08) 9468 7252
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Simon Lawrance
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Perth, WA 6151
I am a counsellor at Discovery Family Therapy, where I work with teens and families. My expertise lies in addressing family conflict, gender and body image, loss, anxiety, and trauma using positive behavioral and cognitive interventions.
I am a counsellor at Discovery Family Therapy, where I work with teens and families. My expertise lies in addressing family conflict, gender and body image, loss, anxiety, and trauma using positive behavioral and cognitive interventions.
(08) 6361 3228 View (08) 6361 3228
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Louise Fletcher
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
I welcome youth (16-25 years), adults and older adults, Veterans/First Responders/Health Professionals and LGBTIQ+ people. I also welcome First Nations Australians, and have trained working with First Nations Australians, particularly Whadjuk Noongar people in whose land I work and live. I do not currently see couples or family groups for counselling, and do not undertake court-ordered, family court or forensic assessments and reports as I feel these are best completed by clinicians who are specially trained in these areas.
I welcome youth (16-25 years), adults and older adults, Veterans/First Responders/Health Professionals and LGBTIQ+ people. I also welcome First Nations Australians, and have trained working with First Nations Australians, particularly Whadjuk Noongar people in whose land I work and live. I do not currently see couples or family groups for counselling, and do not undertake court-ordered, family court or forensic assessments and reports as I feel these are best completed by clinicians who are specially trained in these areas.
(08) 6490 9860 View (08) 6490 9860
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Positive Psychology Counsellors

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviours differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.