At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, many women search for a “female psychologist near me” when seeking a safe, supportive and understanding space. Our Melbourne-based team offers women’s counselling tailored to the unique challenges that women experience at different life stages.
Mental health support for women and knowing when to seek support from a female psychologist
Our women’s counselling service is delivered by experienced psychologists and provides a safe space where women can explore personal challenges and develop strategies that align with their values and goals. Counselling for women helps address common difficulties such as anxiety, depression, anger and relationship issues in a supportive environment.
Many women find working with a female psychologist more comfortable. Whether you’re dealing with life transitions, relationships or emotional wellbeing, you may feel better understood when you can share your experiences openly with someone who appreciates the nuances of gender-related challenges.
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Counselling for Women and Areas We Support
There are a number of our psychologists consulting at Positive Wellbeing Psychology that have a special interest in counselling specifically for women, providing care across a wide range of concerns. Below is a list of some really common struggles our female psychologists’ team are experienced in helping with:
- Relationship difficulties and communication issues
- Identity, self-esteem and body image
- Disordered eating and/or eating disorders
- Stress, anxiety and low mood
- Difficulty managing emotions
- Hormonal changes and impact on mood
- Life transitions (motherhood, retirement, separation)
- Depression and loss of motivation
- Grief, loss, or loneliness
- Suicidality and self-harm
- Sexual and intimacy difficulties
- Parenting stress, fertility and perinatal challenges
- Career pressures, burnout, and work–life balance
- Adjustment to major changes
What Are Common Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches?
Our psychologists use evidence-based therapies such as CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Schema Therapy, while tailoring approaches to the needs of each client. Our goal is to ensure that every client feels supported, validated, and empowered.
Evidence-based therapies used in women’s counselling are personalised based on each individual’s needs and may include:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Strength-based and solution-focused strategies
- Psychoeducation and emotional literacy
- Schema Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
We don’t have to do all of it alone. We were never meant to.
Meet the Female Psychologists Supporting Women in Melbourne
Our team includes experienced women’s psychologists who provide warm, confidential, and client-centred care. Clients are welcome to request a female psychologist if that feels most comfortable.
If you are searching for a “female psychologist near me” or seeking counselling for women in Melbourne, our team is here to help. We offer flexible appointment times in our Armadale consulting suite and secure online sessions for should you prefer, from anywhere within Australia.
What Areas Do You Commonly Support?
Our practice is based in Armadale and supports clients from across Melbourne, including nearby suburbs such as Malvern, Caulfield, Glen Eira, and St Kilda. Women often reach out from surrounding areas when looking for a female psychologist they can trust, and we offer both in-person appointments and secure online sessions to ensure you can access support in a way that suits you.
Whether you’re nearby in Armadale or travelling from surrounding areas such as Glen Eira, Malvern, Caulfield or St Kilda, we make it simple to access women’s counselling and support with a female psychologist who understands your needs.
FAQ
Why do some clients search for a female psychologist near me?
Many women feel more comfortable sharing personal experiences with a female psychologist, especially when therapy involves sensitive life challenges.
What is the difference between women’s counselling and general counselling?
Women’s counselling focuses on the unique psychological, emotional, and social factors that women may face, including motherhood, relationships, identity, and work–life balance.
How do I find a female psychologist near me in Melbourne?
If you’re looking for a female psychologist near you in Melbourne, Positive Wellbeing Psychology offers experienced, compassionate female therapists based in Armadale. Easily accessible from across Melbourne, our clinic provides professional mental health support for women through both in-person and online sessions.
Do you offer online counselling for women?
Yes, we provide online sessions across Australia. This allows you to connect with a women’s psychologist from the comfort and privacy of your home.
How can a female psychologist or women’s counsellor in Melbourne support me?
If you are looking for a female psychologist in Melbourne, we offer compassionate, discreet, and outcomes-focused support designed to enhance emotional wellbeing, strengthen relationships, and promote resilience across different stages of life.
Whether you are searching for a female psychologist nearby, women’s counselling in Melbourne, or a highly experienced women’s psychologist, our team provides personalised care for women navigating challenges such as low mood, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, body image, motherhood and parenting, identity exploration, and major life transitions.
How Positive Wellbeing Psychology Can Help?
At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, several of our Melbourne psychologists have a special interest in mental health services for women, including support for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, work-related stress, and life transitions. We provide evidence-based women’s counselling approaches to help clients feel supported and empowered in their wellbeing journey.
Through evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, and schema therapy, our psychologists support women in managing stress, improving relationships, enhancing self-esteem, and navigating major life transitions. By prioritising a safe and empathetic therapeutic environment, we aim to empower women to develop resilience, gain clarity, and achieve meaningful improvements in their emotional and mental health.
Make an Appointment
We offer in-person sessions in Armadale and Telehealth across Melbourne and Victoria. You do not have to face things alone. Our psychologists in Melbourne—including those with a special interest in women’s counselling and women’s mental health—are here to support you or someone you care about in taking that first step.
Our team of psychologists hold full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and adhere to ethical guidelines as mandated by the Psychologists Registration Board and Australian Psychological Society. Our clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based therapy for women, ensuring comprehensive support for a wide range of psychological concerns. Several of our Melbourne-based psychologists, including experienced female psychologists, have a special interest in women’s mental health, offering professional counselling for women and tailored women’s counselling services.