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Your Trusted Mental Health Counselling Partner in Melbourne
At Mary Matthews Professional Counselling, we believe every individual possesses the inherent potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. Our practice focuses on empowering clients through tailored counselling services designed to unlock personal growth and achieve specific goals. With a holistic approach, we utilise evidence-based techniques to address mental, emotional, and physical health needs, fostering self-awareness and resilience. Our counsellor, Sophia Antoniades, brings expertise in supporting adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. Sophia holds a Bachelor of Psychology from Victorian University and a Master of Counselling from Monash University, ensuring a foundation of academic and practical knowledge.Registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), she prioritises creating a non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their concerns. Flexible service delivery options, including telehealth and telephone counselling, ensure accessibility for diverse client needs. We offer a complimentary 15-minute session to help clients determine if our approach aligns with their therapeutic goals. Our commitment to education and strategy development equips clients with tools for sustainable self-improvement. By focusing on individual strengths, we aim to facilitate transformative change and support clients in becoming the architects of their own wellbeing.
Services
Adult Individual Counselling
Adolescent Counselling
Telehealth Counselling
Telephone Counselling
15-Minute Complimentary Session
Highlights and features
- We offer tailored counselling services for adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
- Our counsellor holds a Master of Counselling from Monash University and utilises evidence-based techniques.
- Flexible service delivery options include telehealth, telephone, and in-person sessions.
- We provide a complimentary 15-minute session to ensure a comfortable therapeutic fit.
- Registered with PACFA, ensuring adherence to professional standards and ethical practice.
Associations and certifications
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
Services
Adult Individual Counselling
Specialised support for adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Our evidence-based approach fosters self-awareness and resilience. Clients develop practical strategies to manage stress and improve emotional wellbeing through collaborative, goal-focused sessions.
Adolescent Counselling
Tailored guidance for adolescents facing anxiety, behavioural concerns, school stress, or grief. We create a safe space for young clients to explore emotions and build coping skills. Our approach encourages self-expression while addressing academic, social, and family-related challenges.
Telehealth Counselling
Confidential mental health support delivered via secure video conferencing. Ideal for clients seeking flexibility or remote access to therapeutic services. Maintains the same professional standards as in-person sessions while accommodating diverse schedules and locations.
15-Minute Complimentary Session
Free introductory session to discuss client needs and therapeutic goals. Allows potential clients to experience our counselling approach and determine if it aligns with their requirements. No obligation, just an opportunity to explore support options.
People
Sophia Antoniades
Counsellor
Registered counsellor with a Master of Counselling from Monash University. Specialises in adolescent and adult mental health, utilising evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Questions
What counselling services do you offer?
We provide adult individual counselling, adolescent counselling, telehealth sessions, and telephone counselling to address anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Are telehealth sessions as effective as in-person?
Yes, telehealth sessions use secure video platforms to deliver the same evidence-based therapeutic techniques, ensuring flexibility without compromising quality or confidentiality.
Do you offer a free initial consultation?
Yes, we provide a 15-minute complimentary session to discuss your needs and determine if our counselling approach aligns with your goals.
What qualifications does your counsellor hold?
Our counsellor holds a Bachelor of Psychology from Victorian University and a Master of Counselling from Monash University, and is PACFA-registered.
How do I book an appointment?
You can schedule a session via our website, with options for telehealth, telephone, or in-person appointments available based on your preference and location.
Reviews (1)
Ramez G.
May 31, 2018
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I have found Howard from Men and Relationships Counselling to be extremely effective. I leave the sessions simply feeling much better every time and gaining insight into myself. The self development has been real/ practical and therefore its changed my life to be more proactive, positive, confident and too many other beneficial gains to mention. I always felt that Howard genuinely cared about ME and whatever i was going through at the time and you can feel that. I found that to be priceless. I can honestly without any doubt in my mind say that I have never learnt some much about myself from
