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My approach
At Platypus Counselling Services, We strive to provide the best care, counselling and support to anyone and everyone regardless of their personal situation. Primarily located in a country town in outer West of Melbourne, I have developed relationships with local and surrounding resources to deliver the most impact to communities in need.
SERVICES
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Trauma-informed, culturally safe counselling for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal clients. I offer a supportive space to talk through your experiences and concerns, at your own pace.
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Trauma Support
Support for complex trauma, family and domestic violence, sexual abuse and sexual assault.
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Mental health and wellbeing
Support for anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress, the impacts of PTSD, suicidal thoughts and self-harm.
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Life and relationships
Support for grief and loss, relationship and family difficulties, loneliness, sexuality and gender identity.
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Cultural and disability support
Aboriginal cultural support, support for people affected by intergenerational trauma and the Stolen Generations, and counselling for people with disability and additional support needs.
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Other services and pathways
Onsite counselling for organisations, workshops and programs. Open Place, National Redress Scheme and NDIS options available.
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Telehealth and limited face-to-face appointments available.
About me
Yaama (hello), my name is Lita, and welcome to Platypus Counselling Services.
I am a certified, registered and insured Counsellor of Aboriginal Heritage. I am also a registered Victorian Disability Support Worker,
I offer mental health counselling and support.
I acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land that I live, work and play on and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, culture and community.
I pay my respects to our Elders past, present and future.
