Counselling in Brunswick (Naarm/Melbourne)
At Centre Self Collective (CSC), our Brunswick clinic is a warm, inclusive group practice based in the heart of Melbourne’s inner north on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country.
From this location, our team of clinicians offer 1:1 therapy, EMDR immersive programs, and group workshops, supporting people who want meaningful, sustainable change in their lives.
We are proudly LGBTIQ+ and neurodiverse-affirming, and committed to practising in culturally responsive and decolonising ways. Our aim is that every person who walks through our doors feels seen, safe, and respected.
What we offer at our Brunswick clinic
At Brunswick, we offer a range of services designed to support different needs, preferences, and stages of your mental health journey.
1:1 Therapy
We draw on a range of evidence-based approaches (including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Art Therapy, ACT, mindfulness, and Gottman Method with couples) with a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and working at your pace.
People come to see us for support with things like:
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Anxiety, panic, and chronic stress
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Trauma and adverse experiences (past or recent)
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Low mood, depression and burnout
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Relationship difficulties and attachment wounding
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Identity, life transitions, and self-worth
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Grief and loss
Your clinician will work with you to clarify what you hope to get from therapy and to design a plan that feels manageable and meaningful.
EMDR Immersive Programs (Brunswick & Online)
In Brunswick we offer EMDR immersive programs – an accelerated format of EMDR therapy that allows us to work more intensively over a shorter period of time.
Rather than waiting week-to-week for a standard 50-minute session, EMDR immersives provide:
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Longer, structured sessions so we can stay with the work without rushing
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A clear, collaborative plan focused on specific targets (e.g. particular memories, themes, or patterns)
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Support before, during and after the immersive to help you integrate the changes into your daily life
Immersives can be a good fit if you:
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Feel stuck in long-term therapy and want deeper, more focused work
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Have limited time and want to make progress within a defined window
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Are ready to process distressing or traumatic experiences with a high level of support
We offer EMDR immersives in-person at Brunswick and online for people across Victoria and beyond.
GROUPS, WORKSHOPS, & PROGRAMS
Brunswick is also home to many of our group offerings, including psychoeducational programs and skill-building workshops.
Our groups are designed to help you:
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Learn about topics such as trauma, attachment, and nervous system regulation
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Practise resourcing and grounding strategies in a supported environment
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Connect with others who “get it” and reduce feelings of isolation
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Build confidence applying skills in everyday life
Group options change across the year, so you can check our Workshops/Groups page or contact us to see what’s currently running at Brunswick.
Contact us today
Ready to book or learn more?
If you’re feeling curious about working with us at Brunswick – whether for 1:1 therapy, an EMDR immersive, or a group – you don’t have to have it all figured out first.
You can:
- Book a complimentary, obligation-free 15-minute enquiry call with Hannah, our friendly Admin and Client Support Officer
- Submit an enquiry to ask questions about our sevices
- Explore our Resources & Blog for articles, tools, and information to support your mental health
When you’re ready, we’re here to walk alongside you.
Hannah - Admin and Client Support Officer
Our Brunswick Therapy Space
Our Brunswick rooms are designed to feel calm, cosy, and grounding – somewhere you can exhale and land, even on hectic days.
We pay attention to the small details: comfortable seating, soft lighting, sensory supports and tools for resourcing (especially important in EMDR work).
Our Brunswick office does have a flight of stairs, so please let us know if you have access or mobility needs.
Getting Here
Our Brunswick clinic is:
- Easily accessible by public transport; a few minutes walking distance of Jewell Train Station, tram 19 stops just out the front of the clinic, and bus routes 506, 508, 509, 510, and 951 all stop within walking distance
- Close to bike paths and main roads for those driving or cycling; best parking is at Barkly Square shops, which is directly opposite the clinic.
- Situated in a lively inner-north neighbourhood, with cafés and green spaces nearby if you’d like time to decompress before or after your session
Once you book, your confirmation email will include the full address, directions and access details. If you’re unsure about how to get here, you can contact us and we’ll happily talk it through with you.
Online and In-person Options
From Brunswick, we offer both:
- In-person sessions for those who prefer being physically in the therapy room
- Telehealth sessions (video) for clients across Victoria and Australia, or for times when getting to the clinic isn’t practical
Some people choose a mix of both, depending on their schedule, health, energy, and transport needs.
Ready to book? Click the link below and book a complimentary 15-minute enqiury call with Hannah, our friendly Admin and Client Support Officer who can answer any questions you may have get you booked in.
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