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AJ D'Costa Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2 (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Oakleigh East, VIC 3166
Let's Connect (03) 9909 8812
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Hello, I'm Amanda, also known as AJ. I am a professional counsellor of South Asian (Indian) heritage based in Melbourne and serving clients across Australia. I currently have appointment availability, including discounted telehealth sessions. Additionally, I offer Walk & Talk sessions in Melbourne. Feel free to reach out for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.
I offer trauma informed, culturally sensitive and LGBTQIA+ affirmative counselling and psychotherapy for a range of issues. I take a holistic approach to understand your challenges and therapy goals. Together, we will create a counselling plan using evidence-based practices tailored to your identity and lifestyle.
Therapy outcomes may include reduced stress and anxiety, increased self-awareness, developing healthy coping strategies, enhanced motivation, and renewed resilience.
Call or Email AJ D'Costa Counselling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 9909 8812
Let's Connect (03) 9909 8812
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Pay by Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you Email
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AJ D'Costa Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Amanda D'Costa
- Membership with Australian Association for Bush Adventure Therapy
- Membership with Meditation Association of Australia Meditation Teacher
Counsellor: Amanda D'Costa
Expertise and Interests
Practice Areas
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Codependency
- Creative support
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied
Religion
Buddhist
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied
Religion
Buddhist
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Contemplative Psychotherapy (Buddhist Philosophy)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Location
Additional Location
Elwood, VIC 3184
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AJ D'Costa Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2