Therapy for Individuals
At Centre Self Collective, we are proudly LGBTIQ+ and neurodiverse-affirming in our practice. We are deeply committed to continuous learning, and unlearning, as we work towards decolonising our therapeutic approaches.
Our work is guided by a social model of health. We believe that to truly understand a person’s mental health, we must also understand their social and systemic context. Mental health is not shaped in isolation—it’s influenced by the environments and systems we move through every day.
We recognise that many challenges to well-being arise not from personal failings, but from broader social factors such as policy, workplace culture, education, race, gender, community, age, disability, oppression, and poverty. By considering these contexts, we can see the whole picture of what impacts a person’s mental health.
Because we take a social model approach, we also collaborate closely with care teams, families, schools, and workplaces where needed—to create a network of support that helps you not only recover, but thrive.
We provide therapy to young people from 10 years old. We also work with adults up to 65 years old.
Read below to find out more about the kinds of therapy we offer at CSC and what to expect when you begin with your therapist.
Ready to book?
We know reaching out for support can feel really daunting, especially if things feel hard and often people don’t know where to start. Click the link below to book a time with Hannah, our friendly Admin and Client Support officer who is ready to greet you, answer any questions you may have about therapy and get you started with your therapist.
What can we help with?
People come to therapy with many different experiences and concerns. At CSC, we work with individuals navigating a range of different concerns such as:
- Anxiety
- Panic
- Depression
- Bereavement and Grief
- Dealing with change
- Domestic and Family Violence
- Relationship difficulties
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Perfectionisim
- Pregnancy loss, birth trauma
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD)
- Attachment trauma
- Personality Disorders
- Bi-polar Disorder
- Self-harming behaviours
- Suicidal ideation
- Sexual abuse and assault
- Sexuality
- Sleep or insomnia issues
- Stress
- Substance use
- Eating disorders
- Women’s health
- Chronic pain
- Self-worth, self-esteem and self-confidence issues
Supporting your recovery
Our Approaches to Therapy
At CSC, we are committed to providing care that is evidence-based, thoughtful, and tailored to the individual. Our clinicians draw on a range of well-established therapeutic modalities—grounded in current research and best practice—to support meaningful, lasting change. We integrate these approaches with compassion and curiosity, ensuring therapy is always collaborative, person-centred, and guided by your unique goals and lived experience.
If you’re not sure which type of therapy is best suited to you and your needs, your therapist will help you figure that out based on what you share with us.Â
EMDR
Recovery from adverse experiences
PREGNANCY BIRTH & MOTHERHOOD
Guidance through transition
ACCEPTANCE AND COMMITMENT THERAPY
Building connection
MINDFULNESS
Developing awareness, the foundation of recovery
EMDR - IMMERSIVE PROGRAMS
Accelerated form of EMDR
SCHEMA THERAPY
Reshaping life patterns
ART THERAPY
Express without words
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What to expect when you start therapy with CSC
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and we want you to feel supported and informed every step of the way. Here’s a simple outline of what the process looks like at Centre Self Collective:
1. Getting in touch
You can contact us in whatever way feels most comfortable—by booking an enquiry call via Halaxy, submitting an enquiry form on our website, or calling the clinic directly.
Our friendly Admin and Client Support Officer, Hannah, will have a chat with you to get a sense of what’s brought you to therapy. She’ll ask a few clarifying questions to help match you with the therapist best suited to your needs. Once matched, Hannah will book your first three sessions so that you have the opportunity to get to know your therapist and make sure they feel like a good fit.
2. Getting set up
After your sessions are booked, Hannah will send you an intake form to complete and finalise your client file. This form includes important information about your rights and responsibilities as a client. With that form, you will also receive a confirmation email with your appointment details, the clinic address, and clear instructions on how to find us.
3. Your first sessions – understanding your story
In your first session, your therapist’s focus is on helping you feel comfortable. Together, you’ll begin exploring what’s been happening for you and what’s led you to seek support.
Your therapist will take time to get a full picture of your situation—this might include your current concerns, history, symptoms, family background, and cultural or social context.
Because we work from a social model of health, we understand that mental health doesn’t exist in isolation. We consider the systems and environments around you—like family, work, community, and broader social factors—that may be shaping your experience.
This assessment phase can take up to three sessions. It helps ensure your therapist has a clear understanding of what’s going on, so they can recommend an approach that’s best suited to your needs.
4. Planning your therapy
Once you and your therapist feel you share a good understanding of your goals and context, you’ll work together to develop a treatment plan. This plan will guide your sessions moving forward, helping you stay focused on what matters most to you and ensuring your therapy is collaborative, structured, and responsive to your needs.
how we can work with you
Service delivery information
Our clinicians can work with you either online or in person at our office in Brunswick or Daylesford. Clicking the links below will take you to our online portal, where you can book an enquiry call with our warm and welcoming Admin and Client Support officer, Hannah. She will be happy to answer any questions you may have and get you booked in with your therapist.
Telehealth Consultation
We send you a link via email to connect with us on Zoom, Microsoft Teams or via phone.
Selecting the link will take you to our external booking portal
In Person
We offer therapy in-person in our Brunswick and Daylesford locations.
Selecting the link will take you to our external booking portal
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