Male Counselling in Kensington Park, SA
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Many clients find his compassionate approach and sense of humour make the therapeutic journey a much easier and meaningful one.
Dr Remy is a highly experienced clinical psychologist of 24 years whose wealth of experience and compassion makes him a highly sought-after therapist. His professional and life experience bring a richness to his understanding, and he utilises evidence-based treatment techniques that are most likely to be effective. Dr Remy has helped innumerable people overcome depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, personality disorders and other life challenges. Solution Directed Therapy – with Compassion and Humour.
Many clients find his compassionate approach and sense of humour make the therapeutic journey a much easier and meaningful one.
Dr Remy is a highly experienced clinical psychologist of 24 years whose wealth of experience and compassion makes him a highly sought-after therapist. His professional and life experience bring a richness to his understanding, and he utilises evidence-based treatment techniques that are most likely to be effective. Dr Remy has helped innumerable people overcome depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, personality disorders and other life challenges. Solution Directed Therapy – with Compassion and Humour.
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By empowering individuals with a better understanding of their emotions and providing them with the tools to manage their mental health, they are able to build resilience and thrive.
At our clinic, we focus on you as a whole person – your background, current challenges, and what brings you to wellness. We are a warm, professional private practice dedicated to offering you the best possible Psychologist, Mental Health Therapist or Clinical Psychologist in Adelaide for your unique needs, delivered via evidence-based treatment. We pride ourselves on providing a safe and compassionate practice where all individuals, regardless of cultural, gender or sexual identity can receive equitable mental health services and support.
By empowering individuals with a better understanding of their emotions and providing them with the tools to manage their mental health, they are able to build resilience and thrive.
At our clinic, we focus on you as a whole person – your background, current challenges, and what brings you to wellness. We are a warm, professional private practice dedicated to offering you the best possible Psychologist, Mental Health Therapist or Clinical Psychologist in Adelaide for your unique needs, delivered via evidence-based treatment. We pride ourselves on providing a safe and compassionate practice where all individuals, regardless of cultural, gender or sexual identity can receive equitable mental health services and support.
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Rocco Luppino
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kensington Park, SA 5068
Welcome to Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing. Our Clinical Psychologists, Registered Psychologists, and Accredited Mental Health Social Workers at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing are based in the East of Adelaide across two locations at Felixstow, where we see children, adolescents, adults, older persons, families and new parents with infants. We are also able to see individuals on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the Department of Veteran's Affairs (DVA). www.willowtreepsychology.com.au
Welcome to Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing. Our Clinical Psychologists, Registered Psychologists, and Accredited Mental Health Social Workers at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing are based in the East of Adelaide across two locations at Felixstow, where we see children, adolescents, adults, older persons, families and new parents with infants. We are also able to see individuals on the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the Department of Veteran's Affairs (DVA). www.willowtreepsychology.com.au
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I get it. You're struggling with balancing work and life and trying to make sense of how to not be so frustrated and angry about the state of your world when it all seems too much. Then trying to explain it all to someone (perhaps your partner) when it gets too much but who can only offer a sympathetic nod or unhelpful advice such as 'just get over it' or 'you're being dramatic!' (which rarely helped in the history of advice!). The problem is not having space or the ability to try and untangle your thoughts amidst trying to just stay afloat in an ever-increasing complex world with competing de mands on your attention and sanity.
I get it. You're struggling with balancing work and life and trying to make sense of how to not be so frustrated and angry about the state of your world when it all seems too much. Then trying to explain it all to someone (perhaps your partner) when it gets too much but who can only offer a sympathetic nod or unhelpful advice such as 'just get over it' or 'you're being dramatic!' (which rarely helped in the history of advice!). The problem is not having space or the ability to try and untangle your thoughts amidst trying to just stay afloat in an ever-increasing complex world with competing de mands on your attention and sanity.
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Hi, I'm Travis, great to meet you and thanks for stopping by. I work with people who may be experiencing grief, loss or pain, anxiety or depression, self-image and identity challenges, all forms of addiction, going through a life transition, needing help with their relationship or marriage, being hurt by burnout and exhaustion, a youth and young adults and exploring life's big questions. If we can sit with each other in the discomfort of our shame, we can make sense and meaning out of what's happened, figure out what is most important, increase our capacity for relationships, create change and live into our purpose.
Hi, I'm Travis, great to meet you and thanks for stopping by. I work with people who may be experiencing grief, loss or pain, anxiety or depression, self-image and identity challenges, all forms of addiction, going through a life transition, needing help with their relationship or marriage, being hurt by burnout and exhaustion, a youth and young adults and exploring life's big questions. If we can sit with each other in the discomfort of our shame, we can make sense and meaning out of what's happened, figure out what is most important, increase our capacity for relationships, create change and live into our purpose.
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Like many, you have a story worth listening to by someone who is interested in what it is you are facing and takes you on a journey of getting to the life you want to live.
There are times we find ourselves experiencing low mood, anxiety and stress from life and the challenges it brings within our personal and relationships with others. Some of these challenges put us in a state of emotional dysregulation, numb from reality, overwhelmed with a mix of emotions that takes away the joy of the present moment and the future to come. I hope that we can work together to gain a deepened understanding of the challenges impacting you and your life and find practical ways to bring changes in your life.
Like many, you have a story worth listening to by someone who is interested in what it is you are facing and takes you on a journey of getting to the life you want to live.
There are times we find ourselves experiencing low mood, anxiety and stress from life and the challenges it brings within our personal and relationships with others. Some of these challenges put us in a state of emotional dysregulation, numb from reality, overwhelmed with a mix of emotions that takes away the joy of the present moment and the future to come. I hope that we can work together to gain a deepened understanding of the challenges impacting you and your life and find practical ways to bring changes in your life.
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Amalgamating my relevant professional and life experiences allows me to maintain therapeutic relationships with clients in a professional manner, particularly with regards to confidentiality. My counselling experience has allowed me the privilege of working with clients of all walks of life, from children to mature age. I have a great understanding of individuals who have experienced emotional and psychological hardships in their lives, my practice provides opportunities for clients to tell their stories without fear of judgement.
Amalgamating my relevant professional and life experiences allows me to maintain therapeutic relationships with clients in a professional manner, particularly with regards to confidentiality. My counselling experience has allowed me the privilege of working with clients of all walks of life, from children to mature age. I have a great understanding of individuals who have experienced emotional and psychological hardships in their lives, my practice provides opportunities for clients to tell their stories without fear of judgement.
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Drawing on experiential and person-centred psychotherapy, as well as Internal Family Systems and EMDR, my approach is integral and responsive to whatever is unfolding in the moment. I provide a safe, nurturing space for exploring and understanding the impact of experiences such as depression, anxiety, grief, illness, life-transitions or a search for meaning.
Drawing on experiential and person-centred psychotherapy, as well as Internal Family Systems and EMDR, my approach is integral and responsive to whatever is unfolding in the moment. I provide a safe, nurturing space for exploring and understanding the impact of experiences such as depression, anxiety, grief, illness, life-transitions or a search for meaning.
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I work with clients across Australia and face to face on de mand in Sydney's North Shore.
My name is John Zavaglia, Registered and Qualified Mental Health Counsellor. If you find yourself worrying excessively, perhaps are depressed, affected by trauma, experiencing grief, addicted or having problems communicating and engaging socially. I can focus on building your emotional intelligence, bolstering your resilience, and help you evolve into new behaviours. Let’s make contact to arrange a brief chat to discuss your needs and start to Untangle your Mind.
I work with clients across Australia and face to face on de mand in Sydney's North Shore.
My name is John Zavaglia, Registered and Qualified Mental Health Counsellor. If you find yourself worrying excessively, perhaps are depressed, affected by trauma, experiencing grief, addicted or having problems communicating and engaging socially. I can focus on building your emotional intelligence, bolstering your resilience, and help you evolve into new behaviours. Let’s make contact to arrange a brief chat to discuss your needs and start to Untangle your Mind.
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Francesco Poci - People Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Adelaide, SA 5000
He is committed to working with clients in a respectful and creative manner to assist them with their unique concerns.
Francesco can help with your issues or concerns such as anxiety, depression and phobias. Francesco also has a particular interest working with clients in regard to sexual health concerns. He can help you with workplace concerns, career counselling, life change and existential concerns. In addition to holding a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University, he also holds a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs and Sexual Health) from The University of Sydney. He is therefore interested in assisting clients in regard to couples counselling and sexual dysfunction.
He is committed to working with clients in a respectful and creative manner to assist them with their unique concerns.
Francesco can help with your issues or concerns such as anxiety, depression and phobias. Francesco also has a particular interest working with clients in regard to sexual health concerns. He can help you with workplace concerns, career counselling, life change and existential concerns. In addition to holding a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University, he also holds a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs and Sexual Health) from The University of Sydney. He is therefore interested in assisting clients in regard to couples counselling and sexual dysfunction.
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Are you looking for an integrative, somatic & spiritually-grounded style of therapy? My work is rooted in Process-oriented Psychology: an awareness modality that integrates Jungian psychology, dream-body awareness, nature-based perspectives, and sha manic/spiritual traditions - following your innate drive for authentic self-expression and wholeness. I work with people who desire an empowering container to transform their challenges into opportunities for psychospiritual growth and maturation. My passion is to work with psychedelic and plant-medicine integration, spiritual experiences, grief, sexuality, dreams, and relationships.
Are you looking for an integrative, somatic & spiritually-grounded style of therapy? My work is rooted in Process-oriented Psychology: an awareness modality that integrates Jungian psychology, dream-body awareness, nature-based perspectives, and sha manic/spiritual traditions - following your innate drive for authentic self-expression and wholeness. I work with people who desire an empowering container to transform their challenges into opportunities for psychospiritual growth and maturation. My passion is to work with psychedelic and plant-medicine integration, spiritual experiences, grief, sexuality, dreams, and relationships.
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Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000 (Online Only)
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
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My special interest lies in the management of PTSD symptoms with particular reference to members of our armed forces.
I have assisted clients from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds with managing their anxiety, depression, life stresses, phobias, obsessive-compulsive and trauma related challenges. When you speak to me, you can expect an open-minded, easy going and non-judgemental person who will listen to what brought you to seek support. We will work together to realise your goals such as improving self-esteem, establishing meaningful relationships, understanding and correcting negative responses to life triggers, all towards creating a more fulfilling and connected life.
My special interest lies in the management of PTSD symptoms with particular reference to members of our armed forces.
I have assisted clients from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds with managing their anxiety, depression, life stresses, phobias, obsessive-compulsive and trauma related challenges. When you speak to me, you can expect an open-minded, easy going and non-judgemental person who will listen to what brought you to seek support. We will work together to realise your goals such as improving self-esteem, establishing meaningful relationships, understanding and correcting negative responses to life triggers, all towards creating a more fulfilling and connected life.
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Return home and be supported with further treatment, coaching, nutrition and dietetics plus continued case management to ensure results and ongoing support if needed.
Goodsky provides case- managed depression treatment and recovery programmes that work using a shared care model. Our depression treatment framework facilitates private access to a vetted and integrated collective of allied health professionals, specialists, therapists and service providers delivering a personalised lifestyle medicine approach. Our integrated lifestyle medicine teams will: Find and confirm the causes of your depression and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and chronic disease Provide you new and relevant information based on the most current science and testing. Advise you and correctly treat your depression with a managed natural, conventional and integrated medicine approach. All of this and more with in-depth case management, support and resources to regain and maintain your health long term.
Return home and be supported with further treatment, coaching, nutrition and dietetics plus continued case management to ensure results and ongoing support if needed.
Goodsky provides case- managed depression treatment and recovery programmes that work using a shared care model. Our depression treatment framework facilitates private access to a vetted and integrated collective of allied health professionals, specialists, therapists and service providers delivering a personalised lifestyle medicine approach. Our integrated lifestyle medicine teams will: Find and confirm the causes of your depression and anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and chronic disease Provide you new and relevant information based on the most current science and testing. Advise you and correctly treat your depression with a managed natural, conventional and integrated medicine approach. All of this and more with in-depth case management, support and resources to regain and maintain your health long term.
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Shaun Williams - Bent Couch Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Adelaide, SA 5000
Additionally, Shaun facilitates FREE monthly online group sessions for gay and queer males providing support in a safe space.
Bent Couch Counselling, founded by Shaun Williams, is a Melbourne-based LGBTIQA+ counselling service specialising in fostering and supporting mental health and positive change within the LGBTIQA+ community, particularly focusing on individuals identifying as male. Providing 1-on-1 online counselling services across Australia and also in-person consultations in Melbourne. Shaun brings an empathetic, professional approach to counselling that is based on his own journey as a CIS gay male and a father. He is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and has over 18 years of experience in healthcare.
Additionally, Shaun facilitates FREE monthly online group sessions for gay and queer males providing support in a safe space.
Bent Couch Counselling, founded by Shaun Williams, is a Melbourne-based LGBTIQA+ counselling service specialising in fostering and supporting mental health and positive change within the LGBTIQA+ community, particularly focusing on individuals identifying as male. Providing 1-on-1 online counselling services across Australia and also in-person consultations in Melbourne. Shaun brings an empathetic, professional approach to counselling that is based on his own journey as a CIS gay male and a father. He is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and has over 18 years of experience in healthcare.
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I like to help people who are anxious to be helped. You nudge a ball in their direction and they see its value. Instantly they pick it up and run with it. I also enjoy people who are keen to try strategies that will work for them. A sharp imagination and a good sense of humour helps keep anxiety at bay and is a great assist in using hypnosis.
I like to help people who are anxious to be helped. You nudge a ball in their direction and they see its value. Instantly they pick it up and run with it. I also enjoy people who are keen to try strategies that will work for them. A sharp imagination and a good sense of humour helps keep anxiety at bay and is a great assist in using hypnosis.
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As a Men's Counsellor, my passion lies in helping men to discuss and explore their issues in a confidential and safe environment.
I work with men on a variety of issues that affect their lives. In person in Adelaide or online/via phone to fit your needs. Life is complicated. Let's talk.
As a Men's Counsellor, my passion lies in helping men to discuss and explore their issues in a confidential and safe environment.
I work with men on a variety of issues that affect their lives. In person in Adelaide or online/via phone to fit your needs. Life is complicated. Let's talk.
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My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
My typical clients are neurodivergent youth and adults seeking support for managing life in a world aimed toward neurotypical people. I help to understand and empower people to navigate their unique challenges with confidence and resilience and learn more about their unique neurotype, in order to thrive in their lives.
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In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves.
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry. Perhaps you were exposed to trauma. You may have experienced work-related issues where you were bullied or undervalued. There may be issues in your personal life with relationships or your health. You may have a disability, leaving you feeling stigmatised and isolated. Alternatively, you may be experiencing forensic/criminal matters and you need a report for court, or you are required to engage in counselling. I have nearly 20 years of experience helping people address a range of concerns.
In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves.
You may be feeling depressed, anxious, stressed or angry. Perhaps you were exposed to trauma. You may have experienced work-related issues where you were bullied or undervalued. There may be issues in your personal life with relationships or your health. You may have a disability, leaving you feeling stigmatised and isolated. Alternatively, you may be experiencing forensic/criminal matters and you need a report for court, or you are required to engage in counselling. I have nearly 20 years of experience helping people address a range of concerns.
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Andrew Sloan
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I help people sort through messy, complicated and stuck experiences. Our world is confusing and complicated (even at the best of times). We often find ourselves stuck, locked or held back by something we don’t fully understand, yet. I bring the best parts of therapy and coaching together. It’s here in this space, that we will make room for clarity, reflection, presence and activating the right kind of change.
I help people sort through messy, complicated and stuck experiences. Our world is confusing and complicated (even at the best of times). We often find ourselves stuck, locked or held back by something we don’t fully understand, yet. I bring the best parts of therapy and coaching together. It’s here in this space, that we will make room for clarity, reflection, presence and activating the right kind of change.
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Male Counsellors
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.