Pacific Islander therapists in Porcupine Ridge, VIC
Browse Pacific Islander therapists in Porcupine Ridge, Victoria, Australia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving Pacific Islander
Sebastian Kitchen
Registered Psychotherapist, PACFA Registered Member 32932
I want my clients to get the most out of therapy, so that, as soon as possible, they no longer need therapy. Foremost in how I work is the establishment of as much safety as is reasonably possible and a strong collaborative alliance. I bring my full being to meet clients where they are at and walk with them to where they want to be. I work with you to tap into and develop your own innate capacities for self-awareness, emotional regulation, and healing. Whether it is trauma, grief and loss, or relational, emotional or life purpose issues, I help you get to the root cause of your experience and connect to it in a powerful, transformative way.
The parable of teaching a person to fish can apply here. Together we will catch some fish and address the immediate problems, but ultimately you will be better at fishing yourself, so you will carry the gifts of therapy with you long after we stop working together.
I chose the path of psychotherapy because I wanted to address the root cause of suffering and find a way to be of meaningful service. It is a deeply transformative and fulfilling path. There is something about being with another in therapy that leaves me never quite the same as when I entered the session. As such, my work brings me life, just as I endeavour the same for my clients. If this is resonating with you, I encourage you to contact me for a free consultation call.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Porcupine Ridge, VIC
Online in Porcupine Ridge, VIC
Serving Pacific Islander
Ronnie Adamowicz
Therapist, M.A. Psych
I’m a somatic psychotherapist and counsellor who believes that lasting healing happens when the mind, body, and heart are aligned. I offer a safe, supportive environment where deep exploration is met with empathy, respect, and grounded presence. My work is informed by humanistic principles and a belief that each person carries innate wisdom within their nervous system waiting to be heard and understood.
7 Years Experience
Online in Porcupine Ridge, VIC (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
Dipak Jilka - Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Therapist, Psychotherapy & Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) – PACFA Reg. Clinical 26570
Holding a grounded stance of compassion, empathy, non-judgment and light-hearted curiosity, I provide a safe and reflective space for clients to explore and gently unpack their lives. While clients may initially seek support for concerns such as anger, anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviours, relationship difficulties, or other presenting issues, my experience has shown that the underlying dynamics are often more complex than they first appear.
My therapeutic ethos is centred on not viewing clients as problems to be fixed, but as individuals whose struggles deserve to be witnessed with respect, depth and thoughtful exploration. I work collaboratively, supporting clients to develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience and clarity about how they wish to live.
I am of South Asian heritage, raised in London, and have lived in Sydney for over 30 years. Having straddled Eastern and Western cultures, including the particular nuances of my Indian background, I bring a culturally informed and integrative perspective to my practice. My earlier corporate career and lived experience of family life in Australia, alongside my own encounters with anxiety, stress and periods of low mood, have deepened my understanding of the pressures many clients face.
My personal journey toward greater meaning, purpose and self-understanding informs my belief in psychotherapy as a transformative process. I am committed to supporting clients in cultivating insight, living more consciously, and moving toward lives that feel authentic and self-directed.
If this approach resonates with you, I welcome the opportunity to connect.
6 Years Experience
Online in Porcupine Ridge, VIC
Serving Pacific Islander
Maryam Zafari
Counsellor/Therapist, MCoun, ACA & PACFA Registered, Certified Addiction, Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals
I am an experienced addiction counsellor specializing in evidence-based therapeutic interventions and integrative treatment approaches to support sustainable recovery and lasting behavioral change. Through my work in mental health and addiction services, I have witnessed the profound impact of trauma and the remarkable resilience that emerges when individuals receive compassionate, structured support. I work with clients navigating substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, co-occurring mental health conditions, and all stages of recovery.
12 Years Experience
Online in Porcupine Ridge, VIC (Online Only)
Serving Pacific Islander
Anthony M Cichello
Psychologist, M.Psych(Clinical); B.Sc(Hons)
I am an eight year trained Registered Clinical Psychologist with 30 years' experience of helping the community. My postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology enables me to provide effective treatments for mental health disorders and problems in adults, couples therapy and issues with sexuality.
40 Years Experience
Online in Porcupine Ridge, VIC
Pacific Islander therapists in Porcupine Ridge, VIC Statistics
Pacific Islander therapists in Porcupine Ridge, VIC average 14 years of experience and charge around $193 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Depression (86%), Anxiety or Fears (82%), and Trauma and PTSD (82%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
68%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
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| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Depression |
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 73% | Stress |
| 68% | Social Anxiety |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 91% | Senior |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Teen |
| 41% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 100% | Pacific Islander |
| 95% | Women |
| 91% | Men |
| 91% | Middle Eastern |