Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory ACT, Australia AU
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Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Cynthia Dunn Artemis Psychology Services
Psychologist, B.Psych (Hons), Registered Psychologist, Licensed EMDR Therapist, Trauma Counsellor; NLP Coach
Are you ready to process past trauma, overcome burnout, or regain control of your life? Cynthia is a holistic psychologist who collaboratively combines EMDR and evidence-based talk therapy to help you build lasting resilience and psychological flexibility. I am passionate about working with men, women & youth who have experienced adverse events and wish to uncover their path to recovery. I have extensive experience working with adults and who have experienced sexual abuse/assault, and may have trauma symptoms including substance, gaming or addiction issues. I also have worked extensively with adolescents from 12 years who have been diagnosed with ASD/ADHD & can offer screening, strategies for well-being, and managing anxiety, depression and autistic burnout.
28 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dr Maggie Hall
Psychologist, BA (Hons), DPsyc (Clin), MAPS, CCLIN
Dr Maggie Hall is a warm and kind Clinical Psychologist who has a passion for helping people move forward in their lives. She is
non-judgemental and empathetic and has a strong desire to help people. She has over ten years experience and uses evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to treat anxiety, depression and a range of other difficulties.
16 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Natalie Ramke
Counsellor/Therapist, B SocSci (Couns)
Natalie is an incredibly nurturing person and loves creating healthy, safe, and healing environments. She is a skilled counsellor with a very empathetic and intuitive basis. She has spent a lot of time personally and professionally in supportive roles for people with dependency issues, medical difficulties, homelessness, and disabilities. Natalie has a lot of compassion for people who do not fit the general “mould” of society and enjoys the richness that comes from people’s alternating views.
6 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Gaye Mallinson - Somatic Psychotherapies
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Soc.Ser. (Couns) Dist, Dip. Couns, Trauma Informed Yoga Cert, Pranayama Cert, Nidra Cert
I work primarily from a Rogerian or Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life and career whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session.
My aim is to assist you with your life difficulties to restore balance, happiness and inner peace with various techniques of 'talk therapy' and somatic (mind/body) healing methods, along with offering practical strategies that may be useful where suitable and desired by you. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
I also provide dedicated Professional Clinical Supervision services for a diverse range of counselling therapists, health and non-health related professionals seeking to enhance their career skills, navigate complex client cases, and maintain professional well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory (Online Only)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Reed Everingham
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MPsychother&Couns, GradDipCouns, GradCertArtsM
I offer a person-centred, gender-affirmative, and trauma-informed therapeutic approach. My primary goal is to help individuals feel less stuck or overwhelmed. In addition to therapy, I provide clinical supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists. I aim to create a safe, connected environment, collaborating with participants to foster capacity, insight, and momentum. When working with supervisees, I often focus on strengthening competence, therapeutic presence, and the supervisee-supervisor relationship.
12 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
Canberra is Australia's purpose-built capital city and home to the federal public service, creating a therapy landscape shaped by the particular stresses of government work — including burnout, moral injury, and careers lived in close proximity to political power. The city has the highest median income and education level of any Australian capital, with a population generally comfortable seeking therapy and willing to engage in longer-term work. Canberra Hospital provides institutional mental health services alongside a well-established private practice community serving the inner south, Belconnen, and Tuggeranong. A recurring theme across many Canberra practices is the tension between personal values and the constraints of institutional work — a dynamic that cuts across much of the city's therapy culture.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia average 15 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (85%), Trauma and PTSD (73%), and Depression (73%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
70%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 79% |
In Person and Online |
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| 21% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 85% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Depression |
| 67% | Stress |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 55% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 67% | Men |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 45% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |