Male Counselling in Ballarat Central, VIC
Pot of Gold Therapy was established to provide quality and affordable mental health support that respects individual rights, dignity and promotes inclusivity. We believe that each individual is unique and experience mental illness in different ways and that there is no one size fits all approach to counselling. Mental health is part of who we are as people and it affects us in all areas of our lives. We understand that sometimes people want a listening ear and to know that there is someone there walking alongside them on their recovery journey
Pot of Gold Therapy was established to provide quality and affordable mental health support that respects individual rights, dignity and promotes inclusivity. We believe that each individual is unique and experience mental illness in different ways and that there is no one size fits all approach to counselling. Mental health is part of who we are as people and it affects us in all areas of our lives. We understand that sometimes people want a listening ear and to know that there is someone there walking alongside them on their recovery journey
Boundless Minds Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.
Chris Long Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350 (Online Only)
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
Martin Gladman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hello, my name is Martin. I work as a Clinical Sexologist, Relationship Counsellor and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. As a Clinical Sexologist, I support individuals and their partner/s to address concerns about their sexual function and overall sexual well-being. These can include difficulties relating to erectile dysfunction, premature or delayed ejaculation, vulvodynia, vaginismus, as well as other difficulties with sex and relating. I also support clients in discussing topics relating to sexuality and gender more generally, with a particular interest in helping people with unwanted or distressing legal paraphilias.
Hello, my name is Martin. I work as a Clinical Sexologist, Relationship Counsellor and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. As a Clinical Sexologist, I support individuals and their partner/s to address concerns about their sexual function and overall sexual well-being. These can include difficulties relating to erectile dysfunction, premature or delayed ejaculation, vulvodynia, vaginismus, as well as other difficulties with sex and relating. I also support clients in discussing topics relating to sexuality and gender more generally, with a particular interest in helping people with unwanted or distressing legal paraphilias.
Once you know exactly ‘what’ to do you will quickly regain control, find your feet, and move forward. I have over 30 years experience helping people and have been a consultant in charge of a major hospital Psychology Clinic. I have also worked in an Anxiety Disorder Clinic, and Family Therapy Clinic. This level of expertise allows for accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment. I employ practical, tested methods. When you are under stress it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you are powerless, and that this is just the way things are. You will start to believe, “I’m not as capable as I once was"
Once you know exactly ‘what’ to do you will quickly regain control, find your feet, and move forward. I have over 30 years experience helping people and have been a consultant in charge of a major hospital Psychology Clinic. I have also worked in an Anxiety Disorder Clinic, and Family Therapy Clinic. This level of expertise allows for accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment. I employ practical, tested methods. When you are under stress it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you are powerless, and that this is just the way things are. You will start to believe, “I’m not as capable as I once was"
Many of my clients are men, couples, or LGBTQIA+ people. I have an interest in helping people manage anxiety, anger, shame, grief, and other personal struggles.
Many of my clients are men, couples, or LGBTQIA+ people. I have an interest in helping people manage anxiety, anger, shame, grief, and other personal struggles.
Online Therapists
Hi I'm Tim. I am a Registered Psychologist offering face to face sessions in West Melbourne and via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, work related, financial and academic stress, grief, interpersonal/ relationship issues, as well as sexuality, gender and self-esteem related difficulties. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people of any sexuality, gender, sex, culture, religion or ability.
Hi I'm Tim. I am a Registered Psychologist offering face to face sessions in West Melbourne and via telehealth. I work with adults (18+) experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety and depression, work related, financial and academic stress, grief, interpersonal/ relationship issues, as well as sexuality, gender and self-esteem related difficulties. I am passionate about providing a safe space for people of any sexuality, gender, sex, culture, religion or ability.
George Phlorides
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensborough, VIC 3088
George has a warm, relaxed and positive demeanour that supports clients to feel welcomed into a safe, non-judgemental environment. George enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds with an interest in helping people with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and university stress and men’s issues.
George has a warm, relaxed and positive demeanour that supports clients to feel welcomed into a safe, non-judgemental environment. George enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds with an interest in helping people with depression and anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and university stress and men’s issues.
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, who offers Specialised Counselling, General Counselling and Christian Counselling. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over ten years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and eight years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, who offers Specialised Counselling, General Counselling and Christian Counselling. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over ten years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and eight years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
In my work with clients, I prize the relationship we share as the vehicle through which treatment and change occurs. Through this relationship, we endeavour for therapy to be a space whereby a collaborative understanding of what has brought them to this point in life may be developed. Indeed, I believe that it is from this place that we may then work to develop a pathway forward to treat what is present, foster and deepen insight, and muster compassion to hold the fullness and uniqueness of each individual with deep appreciation and care.
In my work with clients, I prize the relationship we share as the vehicle through which treatment and change occurs. Through this relationship, we endeavour for therapy to be a space whereby a collaborative understanding of what has brought them to this point in life may be developed. Indeed, I believe that it is from this place that we may then work to develop a pathway forward to treat what is present, foster and deepen insight, and muster compassion to hold the fullness and uniqueness of each individual with deep appreciation and care.
People seek therapy for all sorts of reasons. Perhaps you have been feeling as if things just aren't quite right, but you can't put your finger on it. Your mind may have become a hard place to be and this is leaving you confused, tired and overwhelmed. Other times we know exactly what is causing our troubles, but we simply don't know how to deal with it. Whether you want to be able to better cope with life or whether you want to understand your life, therapy can help.
People seek therapy for all sorts of reasons. Perhaps you have been feeling as if things just aren't quite right, but you can't put your finger on it. Your mind may have become a hard place to be and this is leaving you confused, tired and overwhelmed. Other times we know exactly what is causing our troubles, but we simply don't know how to deal with it. Whether you want to be able to better cope with life or whether you want to understand your life, therapy can help.
Brett Fernandez
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Keysborough, VIC 3173
Warm, responsive, individualised psychotherapy and guidance for anyone, no matter where you are in your mental health journey. Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups - all welcome! Much of our work will involve processing our past in a safe and comfortable setting in the presence of an attentive ear, all the while recognising how we want to live our best lives in line with our goals and values today. Learn to be happy, healthy, and content with yourself and your loved ones!
Warm, responsive, individualised psychotherapy and guidance for anyone, no matter where you are in your mental health journey. Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups - all welcome! Much of our work will involve processing our past in a safe and comfortable setting in the presence of an attentive ear, all the while recognising how we want to live our best lives in line with our goals and values today. Learn to be happy, healthy, and content with yourself and your loved ones!
Chris has a passion for serving clients of all ages and backgrounds. He brings a wealth of knowledge and skills, offering expertise in administering psychological assessments and delivering evidence-based therapies. His areas of proficiency span the spectrum, encompassing neuro-developmental disorders like ASD, ADHD, and SLD, as well as mood disorders, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and disability. As well as cognitive assessments. Chris’s services are accessible to all. He collaborates with clients under NDIS, VOCAT, and private fee-paying arrangements, ensuring that support is available to those who need it most.
Chris has a passion for serving clients of all ages and backgrounds. He brings a wealth of knowledge and skills, offering expertise in administering psychological assessments and delivering evidence-based therapies. His areas of proficiency span the spectrum, encompassing neuro-developmental disorders like ASD, ADHD, and SLD, as well as mood disorders, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, trauma, and disability. As well as cognitive assessments. Chris’s services are accessible to all. He collaborates with clients under NDIS, VOCAT, and private fee-paying arrangements, ensuring that support is available to those who need it most.
I see a lot of clients who have recently been diagnosed with Autism or ADHD, and assist in understanding their strengths as well as things that they may need to take into consideration. As well as this, I see many children who are experiencing challenges in attending school, and fitting in with their peers, adolescents who are experiencing academic pressure, young adults who are moving from adolescence to adulthood and navigating the changed expectations and relationships that come with this, and adults with a variety of concerns big and small.
I see a lot of clients who have recently been diagnosed with Autism or ADHD, and assist in understanding their strengths as well as things that they may need to take into consideration. As well as this, I see many children who are experiencing challenges in attending school, and fitting in with their peers, adolescents who are experiencing academic pressure, young adults who are moving from adolescence to adulthood and navigating the changed expectations and relationships that come with this, and adults with a variety of concerns big and small.
Paco Romeu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
My practice is collaborative and reflective. It focuses on working together to develop a deepening understanding of life-long patterns of thinking, feeling and experiencing.It assists people to grapple with very challenging emotional difficulties and with complex personal relationships. I specialize in supporting people who deal with childhood problems, trauma and related complications, emotional dysregulation, and sexual behaviours.These issues are often intertwined within the person’s emotional world and can manifest in a range of problems, including depression, panic attacks, obsessive thinking, mood swings, and substance misuse.
My practice is collaborative and reflective. It focuses on working together to develop a deepening understanding of life-long patterns of thinking, feeling and experiencing.It assists people to grapple with very challenging emotional difficulties and with complex personal relationships. I specialize in supporting people who deal with childhood problems, trauma and related complications, emotional dysregulation, and sexual behaviours.These issues are often intertwined within the person’s emotional world and can manifest in a range of problems, including depression, panic attacks, obsessive thinking, mood swings, and substance misuse.
Dan Solomon - Not Taking New Bookings
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mornington, VIC 3931
Hi, I'm Dan. I am a psychologist and director at In Balance Psychology Clinic in Melbourne’s South-East. I am very passionate about my work; my top priority is for each and every client to experience an environment of warmth and respect throughout their therapeutic journey. I work with every individual in a way that tailors treatment to specific client needs. The decision to seek help is a very important one, therefore you will be met exactly where you are, listened to, and provided with targeted strategies for making real change.
Hi, I'm Dan. I am a psychologist and director at In Balance Psychology Clinic in Melbourne’s South-East. I am very passionate about my work; my top priority is for each and every client to experience an environment of warmth and respect throughout their therapeutic journey. I work with every individual in a way that tailors treatment to specific client needs. The decision to seek help is a very important one, therefore you will be met exactly where you are, listened to, and provided with targeted strategies for making real change.
Chris is a nationally recognised general psychologist, who works with adults to address psychological issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, assertiveness, and emotional regulation difficulties (e.g., anger, distress, etc.) He focuses on helping clients to identify and achieve their goals in a values consistent manner, which means we focus on helping you be the person you want to be and learn to respect your actions and yourself.
Chris is a nationally recognised general psychologist, who works with adults to address psychological issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, assertiveness, and emotional regulation difficulties (e.g., anger, distress, etc.) He focuses on helping clients to identify and achieve their goals in a values consistent manner, which means we focus on helping you be the person you want to be and learn to respect your actions and yourself.
My ideal client is an individual grappling with personal challenges, seeking self-discovery, and striving for mental well-being. They may be facing issues such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, prompting a desire for positive change and growth. Their needs include a safe space for introspection, empathy, and effective coping strategies. I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership, emphasising a client-centered perspective. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
My ideal client is an individual grappling with personal challenges, seeking self-discovery, and striving for mental well-being. They may be facing issues such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, prompting a desire for positive change and growth. Their needs include a safe space for introspection, empathy, and effective coping strategies. I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership, emphasising a client-centered perspective. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
I work with people who are trying to figure out their life's purpose, direction and meaning. I also work with people who want to bring about change into their lives; whether it be by abandoning old belief systems, or working through and processing traumatic events that have kept them 'stuck'.
I work with people who are trying to figure out their life's purpose, direction and meaning. I also work with people who want to bring about change into their lives; whether it be by abandoning old belief systems, or working through and processing traumatic events that have kept them 'stuck'.
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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.