Counselling Services

Talk to someone who gets it.

Registered counsellors, psychologists and social workers across Melbourne, Perth and online. Choose the person you'd feel comfortable with and book them yourself, or give us a call on 0426 706 730 to talk through your options.

★★★★★ 4.9/5 on Google Verified by Psychology Today
Rae Kruger - Principal Counsellor Elleen Chang - Psychologist Cindy Melksham - Counsellor Liam Jilla - Counsellor Amy Jacobs - Relationship and Trauma Counsellor Sharon Court - Relationship & Christian Counsellor
Registered

Counsellors, psychologists and social workers

6

Locations, including online

Mon to Sat

Appointments available

Counsellor, psychologist, or concession?

Three ways to work with us, two session types, and fees that differ between our Victorian and WA rooms. Every session runs one hour.

Counsellor

Individual, 1 hour

from $175

from $145

Couples, 1 hour

from $220

from $185

Trained specifically in talking therapy. Works with what's happening in your life now: the relationship, the grief, the anxiety, the thing you've never said out loud.

BEST IF

You want to talk something through with someone trained to help you do it.

MEDICARE REBATE

Not available. Some private health funds contribute.

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Psychologist

Individual, 1 hour

from $260

from $260

Couples, 1 hour

Not offered

Not offered

Online only in Western Australia. No psychologist practises in our Landsdale rooms, so these sessions run by telehealth and are billed at the Victorian rate.

University-trained and AHPRA-registered. Can carry out formal assessment, including ADHD and autism, and works with diagnosed mental health conditions.

BEST IF

You need an assessment, a report or a diagnosis, or your GP has referred you.

MEDICARE REBATE

Yes, with a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.

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Concession

Individual, 1 hour

from $145

Reduced rate

Couples, 1 hour

from $185

Reduced rate

Online or in person in Western Australia. Concession sessions run at our Landsdale rooms or by telehealth.

A reduced rate offered by some of our practitioners. In Victoria these sessions run online only. The same care, at a fee set so that cost isn't the reason you go without.

BEST IF

Full fees are out of reach right now. Call to discuss your circumstances.

MEDICARE REBATE

Not available.

Low-cost counselling →

Meet the team

Finding the right person matters most. Select a practitioner to view their personal calendar and current availability.

Thanh Nguyen - Counsellor
Taking new clients
EMDR Trauma Counsellor
Trauma and EMDR counselling for healing, safety and emotional wellbeing.
Eliza Koshy, Counsellor
Taking new clients
Counsellor
Trauma-informed counselling for women, from a counsellor who was once a doctor.
Elleen Chang - Psychologist
Taking new clients
General and Child Psychologist
Child and family psychology, family violence support and assessments.
Bronwyn Enad - Counsellor
Taking new clients
General Counsellor
Warm support for anxiety, grief, trauma and neurodivergence.
Cindy Melksham - Counsellor
Taking new clients
Adolescent and Trauma Counsellor
Trauma-informed counselling for adolescents and adults navigating emotional challenges.
Liam Jilla - Counsellor
Taking new clients
General Counsellor
Supporting adolescent boys and men through anxiety, relationships and life challenges.
Amy Jacobs - Relationship and Trauma Counsellor
Taking new clients
Relationship and Trauma Counsellor
Relationship and trauma counselling for individuals and couples.
Patrizia (Trish) Rossi - Relationship & Trauma Counsellor
Taking new clients
Relationship & Trauma Counsellor
Relationship and trauma counselling with warmth, understanding and compassion.
Sharon Court - Relationship & Christian Counsellor
Taking new clients
Individual and Relationship Counsellor
Compassionate individual and relationship counselling through life’s challenges.
Jezreel Besterwitch - Psychologist
Taking new clients
Psychologist
Holistic psychological support for wellbeing, resilience and personal growth.
Michelle Ottey - Psychologist
Taking new clients
Psychologist
Strengths-based psychology, trauma support and ADHD and autism assessments.
Rae Kruger - Principal Counsellor
Taking new clients
Principal Counsellor
Relationship counselling for connection, communication and emotional healing.

No counsellors match that filter.

What people say afterwards

Every one of these is a real Google review, left by a real client. 4.9 from 28 reviews.

★★★★★

“Rae has not only helped us as a couple, but both of us individuals as well. Self discovery can be a painful process. Thankyou Rae for giving me a safe space to continue my journey. I cannot recommend Rae highly enough.”

Debbie T.

★★★★★

“Rae is a caring and compassionate counsellor, her knowledge and support really helped our son to shine! Highly recommend.”

Kristen K.

★★★★★

“Rae was extremely helpful. Friendly, easy to talk to and balanced in her approach to the issues my wife and I faced. Recommend her to anyone.”

Andrew C.

★★★★★

“Rae helped me with grief counselling when I lost my Mum last year. Rae is amazing! Throughout our sessions she listened intently and gave support wholeheartedly. I'm so pleased I made that first call to bring Rae into my life and grateful that she made the journey with me. Thank you Rae”

Suzie B.

★★★★★

“Demi has had such a huge impact on me over the last few months and has supported me through personal & professional issues. I have never had such an incredible connection with any of my previous counsellors as I do with Demi. So glad I stumbled across her, and really look forward to our sessions in the future”

Rebecca A.

★★★★★

“Rae helped me to recover from trauma and anxiety. She provided me with the insight and support I needed to strengthen my relationships and create a safe, supportive and happy environment for my children. I am forever thankful and wholeheartedly recommend her!”

Marietjie R.

★★★★★

“Rae's approach to couple's therapy is really incredible. Very structured, fair, wise, honest and compassionate. It was an incredible help. So much was learned right from the first session, and they're lessons that will stay with me for life.”

LaMa

★★★★★

“It was really important for me to find someone with zero judgement and I found that in Rae. She's both professional and relaxed which makes opening up much easier. I'm very grateful for all she's taught me and no doubt will continue to teach me”

Nicoletta R.

★★★★★

“Rae is the perfect combination of personable and professional. She is compassionate, listens and really helps you understand yourself so that you can get the best tools to use. Highly recommend”

Brittney L.

★★★★★

“Rae is an absolutely fantastic counsellor, she is incredibly understanding and intelligent and has given me the tools and knowledge to help me through many of my own personal struggles and regain my confidence. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking counselling.”

Jai B.

★★★★★

“Rae was the best decision I've made so far in working on my health. Dealing with loss and grief has started to become easier thanks to her professional and caring counselling.”

Clare B.

★★★★★

“Rae is just absolutely amazing! So easy to open up to. Feels like you're talking to someone you have known for years. So compassionate, understanding and helpful. Very highly recommended!”

Ben F.

★★★★★

4.9 from 28 Google reviews

Verified by Psychology Today

Where to find us

Five rooms across Victoria and Western Australia, plus telehealth anywhere in the country.

Doreen

Suite 6/101 Hazel Glen Dr, Doreen VIC 3754

In person and online

Eltham

266 Bolton St, Eltham VIC 3095

In person and online

Croydon South

12 Honeysuckle Walk, Croydon South VIC 3136

In person and online

Caroline Springs

1/8 Lake St, Caroline Springs VIC 3023

In person and online

Landsdale

15 The Broadview, Landsdale WA 6065

In person and online

Online

Telehealth, anywhere in Australia

Telehealth across Australia

Booking without the hassle

Here is the whole thing, start to finish.

1

Find the right therapist

Explore our team and choose someone who feels like the right fit.

2

Choose a suitable time

Choose a time that works for you, with in-person and online options available.

3

Tell us a little about you

You’ll receive an intake form before your appointment, so your therapist can focus on you in session.

4

Come as you are

No pressure to know where to begin. Your clinician will meet you where you are and help you take it from there.