Existential / Humanistic therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory ACT, Australia AU
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John Castleford
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MIAEB, FRAI
I have been a psychotherapist and mental health coach for many years, and I now specialise almost exclusively in helping those with, or recovering from, cancer. It's a debilitating disease that I have experienced twice, so I know at first hand the effect it can have on the quality of life and particularly how it makes us feel -- either as a reaction to being diagnosed and undergoing treatment, or when in remission as a survivor, the fear of it recurring.
I can also help family members and close friends, who often feel helpless bystanders.
We have all experienced our feelings dominating what we think, and what we do. But heightened emotions stop us thinking clearly. And that can often lead us to feel out of control.
Unlike many therapists, I do not believe that the adverse effect on our thinking and our behaviour from a life-changing event like cancer is a dysfunctional flaw or a disorder that needs treatment. Typical reactions to cancer --anxiety, fear, stress and low mood -- are part of life. Why cancer often triggers is a range of reactions: shock and denial; Shock and denial that it is happening. Coping with fear, anxiety and panic can be difficult, particularly as mood swings may frequently change. Feelings of sadness may range from low moof to extreme depression.
Ultimately we know, at a rational level, that we are mortal. But we also have we also have a very strong instinct to survive. We want to live. And enjoy life. Cancer is not the death sentence it once was.
I can help you come to terms with the reality as well as the inevitable perceptions that may influence you. And I can help you to flourish, rather than just cope and survive.
18 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
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Jessica Ryan-Zeman
Registered Psychotherapist, MCAP, BA (Psych)
I believe the strength of our therapeutic relationship is at the core of creating meaningful change. I offer a warm, empathic and deeply caring approach to therapy. Equally I have over a decade of experience and have specialised training in. a variety of modalities. This means we can. work. together to ensure that your therapy is tailored. specifically to meet your unique needs. and goals whatever they may be.
16 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
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Chris Wallace
Psychologist, MAPS
I am warm, conversational, and collaborative in my approach. I'm happy to chat on the phone for 15 minutes to get a sense of what you're looking for and how it could be for us to work together.
10 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
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Dr Israel Berger
Therapist, MBBS, FRANZCP, PGCert(Youth Mental Health), MPsych, PhD(Psych), CCTP
I offer online therapy to increase access to people who have trouble getting to an in person therapist or simply prefer online therapy. My psychotherapy approach is tailored to your needs and what works best for you. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and I have worked with refugees, neurodivergent people, poly people, gay/lesbian/bi people, trans people, and intersex people with a variety of mental health concerns. Helping people overcome trauma is something I'm especially passionate about. I am also able to provide ADOS-2 autism assessments for adults and older teens.
20 Years Experience
Online in Canberra, ACT Australian Capital Territory
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Jumping Hurdles Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Clinical Supervisor, Master of Counselling
Bev is a qualified Registered Psychotherapist/Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Mediator with over 25 years experience working with families, adults, couples, children and adolescents. Bev is a qualified Couple therapist.Bev is decicated to helping young and old to enable them to enjoy their life's journey.
41 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.
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Statistics
Existential / Humanistic Therapy therapists in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia average 17 years of experience and charge around $182 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Trauma and PTSD (79%), and Depression (76%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$182
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 39% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
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| 24% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 79% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 76% | Depression |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Stress |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
| 61% | Spirituality |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 79% | Women |
| 64% | LGBTQ+ |
| 58% | Men |
| 55% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 45% | Buddhist |