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Sarah Dakhili

Sarah has been working within the field of trauma recovery, mental health and mind-body disorders for over a decade, specialising in chronic pain and Tension Myositis Syndrome – TMS (basing her approach on Dr. John Sarno and Dr. Howard Schubiner’s research on Mind Body Syndrome – MBS). Her clients are based all over Australia as she offers face-to-face and Telehealth Counselling sessions (over phone/video) at Mental Awakening. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.

Dr. Li Lian Koh

Li Lian is a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience working in community, private and government sectors both locally and internationally. She provides a relaxed and non-judgmental space and believes that therapy should be a collaborative process which is individualized depending on the client’s concerns. She is experienced working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as offending behaviors. When not in the office, Lilian is passionate about sports, particularly martial arts, and does Brazilian jiu jitsu and Muay Thai. Remote sessions only.

John Cuturilo

John Cuturilo is the empathic and approachable counsellor of Your Listener. He works with clients remotely across Australia, and via in-person visit in his catchment area, around Dandenong. With a unique ability to understand the mind, communicate, and educate, John helps people to overcome challenges, learn about how their minds work, and become more independent problem-solvers.

He strives to address shortfalls in common mental health practice by being adaptable, thoroughly exploring each relevant aspect of his clients’ lives, offering insights, and as much as possible, taking each appointment as an opportunity to help clients learn a new idea or develop a new strategy. He offers affordable pricing and discounts for concession card holders and students.

Ms Kim Hollingshed

Invictus Counselling provide individual counselling services with expertise in men’s mental health and suicide prevention. Based on the NSW Central Coast sessions are offered face to face or online. With over 15 years experience in complex mental health and a passion for person-centred strengths based work Invictus places you as the expert in your own life. A Lived Experience advocate and counsellor Kim at Invictus is active in the Towards Zero Suicide initiative and uses her own mental health journey to provide integrative therapies custom designed to each client’s unique experience. Short-term or long-term therapy offered.

Melissa Beasley

Hi, I’m Melissa — a registered psychologist and founder of Human First, an online clinic offering warm, flexible, and trauma-informed support to adults across Australia.
I work with clients experiencing trauma, PTSD, autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, and low self-worth. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your pace and needs. I offer EMDR, CBT, ACT, and other proven therapies.
Appointments are available via telehealth, including after hours, with Medicare rebates for eligible clients. You don’t need to have it all figured out — I’m here to help.

Mr Christopher James

As an experienced psychotherapist, I believe that the therapeutic relationship between therapist & client is a crucial catalyst for positive change. With attributes such as warmth, empathy & emotional intelligence, I create a caring & non-judgmental space for clients to explore their issues. Drawing from my extensive experience, including specific expertise in working with the LGTBIQA+ community, gay males & addressing sex & relationship concerns, I help clients realise their capacity for inner peace & personal growth. I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs by utilising appropriate therapeutic modalities, fostering a safe & confidential environment for their healing journey. Clients say they choose me because I seem kind & calm.

Narelle Hudson

As a counsellor, I believe people are ultimately the experts on their own lives. I see my role as one to walk alongside clients & support them by: hearing their story, offering suggestions or new information & validating their strengths & resilience. My aim is to help clients feel heard, understood, validated and supported to be the best version of themselves possible. I understand one counselling model does not fit all as everyone is unique. I am a person-centred therapist; although I often incorporate other modalities, depending on client needs, which may include CBT, SFT, ACT, MI or EFT. I predominantly work in the areas of: grief and loss, suicide and bereavement, relationships, mental health and addictions.

Mr. Matthew Austin

Caring & non-judgemental counselling for LGBTQIA+ folk. You may have been feeling bad about yourself and have noticed that you have been acting in inauthentic ways. Perhaps you are worried others won’t accept the real you. It’s been difficult to share your self-critical thoughts with others. I help LGBTQIA+ folk with non-judgmental and caring space to explore and better understand their distress. By creating a safe space between us we can begin to understand how feelings of shame have been shaped by trauma in relationships. Through increased self-understanding, you can connect with a kinder version of yourself and get clear about where you hustle for self-worth and connection.

Miss Amber Barry

I work with clients to help them change, grow and understand themselves better. I use evidence-based practice in my strengths-based and person-centred approach. I draw special attention to the social and cultural systems my clients are part of – and how this has impacted their mental health and relationships. I work primarily with depression, addiction, trauma and anxiety.

Dr. Ross Leembruggen

Ross is a highly experienced Psychologist, with a far-reaching career that includes work in both the public and private sectors, across fields such as Sport and Recreation, Defence, Corrections and Workplace Consulting. In that time he has put in place support, treatment and guidance for individuals, families and communities in areas including depression, anxiety, work-related stress, PTSD, addictions, sleeping difficulties, conflict at work, relationships, financial concerns, grief, vocational guidance and parenting. Ross’s approach is all about being compassionate and committed, and providing high quality, evidence-based psychological services that make a difference. When Ross is not at his desk, he’s doing something outdoors.

Ms Cas Taylor-Skinner

Cas has a passion for Men’s Mental Health, having spent the majority of her career working with Men from all walks of life. She has extensive experience working in the NSW Justice system, which is bookended by her work in community Mental Health in rural and remote areas of NSW. Having worked with Men on both sides of law, in rural and urban communities, and raising her two boys, Cas is passionate about continuing to break down the barriers that Men sometimes experience when it comes to seeking help to improve their Mental Health and wellbeing. She also has a special interest in supporting Men and Women impacted by breast cancer as she beat this disease herself. She loves walking, travel and aerial circus.

Sherine Badawy (Provisional)

I specialize in helping men navigate life’s challenges, from managing stress and improving relationships to building resilience and confidence. My approach is practical and straightforward, providing a supportive space to work through tough emotions, tackle obstacles, and rediscover a sense of purpose.

Michael Ellwood

My approach to counselling is strength-based, systemic and solution-focused. I strive to help men achieve or manage change in a way that best fits their circumstances, resources and personal approach to life. I always aims to borrow from relevant counselling approaches in a way that best suits my clients and their experiences – whether Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Existential Therapy, Acceptance-Commitment Therapy or others – in a creative and down-to-earth way.

Brydan Xavier

At Brydan Xavier Psychology and Global Minds Psychology, based in Melbourne, I provide personalised, evidence-based mental health services with a focus on supporting adult men, the LGBT+ community, and neurodivergent clients. As a registered psychologist in Australia, I am gender- and neuro-affirming, working with clients on a range of issues, including sexual health and intimacy, trauma, identity, and more. I integrate approaches such as ACT, CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and both standard and 2.0 EMDR to empower clients and foster meaningful growth. Through a hybrid model of online and in-person sessions, I work with men across the globe (excl. the USA and Canada), offering accessible and culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs.

Ms. Janelle Wilson

I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples. I aim to help people to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns to improve their ways of relating with self and others. I make use of mindfulness, body awareness, emotion focused therapy and self compassion.