Narrative therapists in Lara, VIC
Browse Narrative therapists in Lara, Victoria, Australia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Michael Saxon - Thumos Health
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, M.Couns
Thumos is a counselling and mental health service based in Melbourne, Australia. We support children, young people and their families to navigate challenges and life transitions through the key pillars of Understanding, Change and Connection. We also provide specialised support to young people in care, who have had contact with the youth justice system or those who have experienced trauma and attachment disruption. Tailored programs for boys and young men navigating emotions, rites of passage and identity are available.
We work to assist every client in achieving their goals. We draw from a range of person-centred therapeutic modalities including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. We also utilise a trauma-informed framework across all therapies.
Known for his relaxed, non-judgemental style Michael is able to engage young people who may be hesitant or resistant to counselling. Michael has experience working with vulnerable young people, including Child Protection & Youth Justice cases. Michael remains involved in projects to support positive masculinity, boys' identity and rites of passage.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Lara, VIC
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Will Salter - Connected Man Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, ACA member, L2 IFS trained, Diploma of Counselling
My focus is on supporting men as they work through stress, anger, disconnection, and self-doubt. By encouraging honesty, vulnerability, and emotional clarity, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the challenges that show up in relationships, work, fatherhood, or identity. Counselling here isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about guiding you back into connection: with yourself, your core values, and the people who matter most, so you can move forward with greater clarity and purpose. I see counselling as a collaborative and creative process, shaped by the needs and direction of each person I work with. My role is to offer steady support while creating room for healing, growth, and meaningful change. Ultimately, my aim is to help you deepen your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you.
6 Years Experience
Online in Lara, VIC (Online Only)
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Parents & Beyond / Vered Shomer-Harel
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychotherapist |Counsellor| Parenting Coach M.S.P.C | M.A. Counselling | DIP. Parent Coaching
As an Israeli–Jewish therapist with lived experience in diaspora life, cultural transition, and identity shifts, I offer a supportive and understanding space for clients navigating emotional overwhelm, belonging, transition, and the impact of global events on their wellbeing.
8 Years Experience
Online in Lara, VIC (Online Only)
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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 Lara, VIC (Online Only)
Narrative
Alexina Baldini
Psychologist, B.B.Sc., G.D.A.C.P., M.Psych.(For.), F.A.P.S.
Specialising in trauma recovery particularly after workplace situations that have prompted workers compensation claims, I also provide investigation services using forensic psychology knowledge and skills. My background in training and workplace cultural change assists individual support services.
39 Years Experience
In-Person Near Lara, VIC
Online in Lara, VIC
Narrative Therapy therapists in Lara, VIC Statistics
Narrative Therapy therapists in Lara, VIC average 17 years of experience and charge around $187 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Trauma and PTSD (82%), and Depression (73%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$187
Accept insurance
58%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 73% |
In Person and Online |
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| 24% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Depression |
| 64% | Self Esteem |
| 61% | Loss or Grief |
| 61% | Parenting |
| 58% | Stress |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 61% | Teen |
| 36% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 58% | Men |
| 45% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Middle Eastern |