Psychologists, Counselors and Therapists in Western Australia, Australia

Social Worker

(LMSW)

Social Worker

(LMSW)

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who draws upon trauma informed practice. I am neuroaffirming with both lived and parental experience.

I draw upon Somatic Integrative Practice to formulate treatment plans that are tailored for the individual needs of each person. I provide counselling with an attachment lens using Deep Brain Reorienting, EMDR, Ego State Therapy, Family Therapy as well as psychoeducation using CBT and DBT to assist in recovery from experiences in life.i am an Accredited EMDR practitioner and have been in private practice ...

Years in Practice

24 years

$220 AUD

21 Napoleon Promenade,
Vasse, 6280,
Western Australia, Australia

21 Napoleon Promenade, Vasse, 6280, Western Australia, Australia

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Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who draws upon trauma informed practice. I am neuroaffirming with both lived and parental experience.

Years in Practice

24 years

Gillian Ashby

Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Licensed Professional ... Show more

(MA)

Gillian Ashby

Counselor, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, Licensed Professional ... Show more

(MA)

On the outside, you’re capable, reliable and high-functioning. On the inside, you may be exhausted — navigating burnout, alcohol or substance use, or a life transition that’s harder than you expected.

Therapy with me is grounded, structured and practical. We focus on reducing shame, strengthening emotional regulation, clarifying boundaries, and creating sustainable change that works in real life — not just in the therapy room.

I hold a Master of Counselling, Bachelor of Education and specialist training and experience in addictions, relations ...

Years in Practice

8 years

Free Initial Consultation

$120 - $150 AUD

Beaconsfield, 6162,
Western Australia, Australia

Beaconsfield, 6162, Western Australia, Australia

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I hold a Master of Counselling, Bachelor of Education and specialist training and experience in addictions, relations ...

Years in Practice

8 years

Free Initial Consultation

Michael Elwan

Counselor, Social Worker and Therapist

(MBA and MSW)

Michael Elwan

Counselor, Social Worker and Therapist

(MBA and MSW)

You have been holding it together for a long time. From the outside it probably looks like you are managing, which is part of what makes it hard to explain. What brings people here is usually anxiety that will not settle, grief that has outlasted everyone else's patience, the long aftermath of trauma, or a quiet disconnection that crept in while carrying more than was sustainable. Many have tried therapy before and found it did not quite reach them. Many are young adults navigating identity, family expectation, and the distance between who they ...

Years in Practice

Free Initial Consultation

$200 - $345 AUD

6000,
Western Australia, Australia

6000, Western Australia, Australia

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Phone

Years in Practice

Free Initial Consultation

Kätlin Plaado

Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Profe... Show more

Kätlin Plaado

Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Profe... Show more

I help clients achieve their goals by creating a space where they can slow down, understand what is really happening beneath the surface, and begin making different choices from a place of greater self-awareness.

My approach is person-centred, practical, and trauma-informed. I believe that lasting change does not come from simply telling someone what they should do. It comes from understanding the patterns, beliefs, emotions, and behaviours that may be keeping them stuck, while helping them reconnect with their own strengths and resources.

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Years in Practice

3 years

Free Initial Consultation

€90 EUR

250 Tinks Road,
Quinninup, 6258,
Western Australia, Australia

250 Tinks Road, Quinninup, 6258, Western Australia, Australia

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Years in Practice

3 years

Free Initial Consultation

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Getting to know the psychologist: You can talk to the psychologist to see if they are a good fit for you in terms of their work style, personality, and specialization.

Defining the problem: You can describe your problem in detail and get qualified advice from the psychologist, which will help you better understand the nature of your problem.

Developing a plan of action: You can get recommendations on how to solve your problem, which methods and approaches may be the most effective.

Feeling supported: You can get emotional support and feel that you are not alone, because the psychologist will listen to you attentively.

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Those looking for a psychologist: A free consultation can help you make the right choice, as you can talk to several psychologists before making a final decision.

Those who are unsure whether they need psychotherapy: A free consultation can help you understand whether psychotherapy can help you solve your problem and whether it is right for you.

Those who have a limited budget: A free consultation is an opportunity to get qualified help from a psychologist for free, to see if you need further psychotherapy.

Those who may be nervous or hesitant to start psychotherapy: A free consultation gives you the opportunity to overcome your fear of the first meeting with a psychologist, get answers to your questions, and feel more confident.

Important:

A free consultation is not a substitute for psychotherapy.

In a free consultation, the psychologist cannot give you a final diagnosis or prescribe treatment.

The purpose of a free consultation is to help you determine if a psychologist and psychotherapy are right for you, and to give you the first steps to solving your problem.

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session:

It can last from 15 to 30 minutes, with the specialist determining the appropriate length for this introductory meeting.

The free initial consultation is not intended to be a full therapy session. It is an opportunity for the client to learn more about the specialist and their approach to therapy, and to decide whether they want to work together.

The specialist should set clear boundaries for the free initial consultation, including the length of the session and the topics that can be discussed.

The specialist should be prepared to answer questions from the client about their experience, training, and qualifications.

The specialist should not give specific advice or recommendations during the free initial consultation. This should be done during a paid session.

Psychologists, Counselors and Therapists in Western Australia, Australia

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Important:

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

Another key advantage for Specialist

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session: