Yarrawonga Counselling | Trauma, Couples & Mental Health Support

Yarrawonga Counselling

At Yarrawonga Counselling, we believe healing is more than words it’s about connection, balance, and rediscovering your strength. Life doesn’t wait for the “right” time to challenge you, and neither should support. That’s why we offer a holistic approach that honours the whole person mind, body, and spirit.
We’re Geoffrey and Melody, two practitioners passionate about creating a space where you can breathe, reflect, and finally feel lighter. Whether you’re navigating the weight of trauma, the ache of grief, the tension of relationships, or the quiet battles of stress and burnout, we walk beside you not in front, not behind.
This isn’t about labels or ticking boxes. It’s about listening to your story, understanding your journey, and helping you shape a new chapter, one step at a time. With flexible appointments, including evenings and weekends, we’re here when you’re ready not when the calendar says so.

Your Local Counselling Support in Yarrawonga – Healing Starts Here

Marriage & Relationship Counselling in Yarrawonga

Every relationship has challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Our marriage and relationship counselling sessions provide a safe and supportive space for couples to reconnect, rebuild trust, and improve communication. Whether you’re dealing with constant conflict, intimacy concerns, or simply feeling distant, we work with you to uncover the root causes and create pathways forward. Our goal is to help you rediscover the partnership you once had and develop tools to sustain a stronger, healthier relationship.

Trauma & PTSD Counselling

Trauma can leave lasting scars on your mind and body, but healing is always possible. At Yarrawonga Counselling, we provide compassionate trauma therapy designed to help you process painful experiences, reduce triggers, and regain a sense of safety. Using proven, evidence-based approaches, we create a space where you feel understood and supported. Whether your trauma stems from childhood experiences, accidents, violence, or long-term stress, we’ll walk with you on your journey to recovery so you can reclaim control over your life.

Grief & Loss Counselling

Grief is one of the hardest journeys anyone can face, and it often feels isolating. Our grief and bereavement counselling services offer a comforting environment where you can talk openly about your loss, your memories, and the emotions that feel overwhelming. Whether you’re coping with the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or other significant life changes, we are here to help you process your grief in your own time and your own way. Together, we’ll find hope and meaning even in the midst of loss.

Anxiety & Depression Support

Living with anxiety or depression can feel like a daily battle, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our counselling provides practical strategies to help manage anxious thoughts, lift low moods, and restore balance in your daily life. We focus on helping you understand your emotions, identify unhelpful patterns, and build coping techniques that actually work. By creating an individual plan that meets your needs, we aim to help you feel calmer, more energised, and in control of your mental health.

Family & Parenting Support

Raising a family is rewarding, but it also comes with challenges that can leave you feeling stressed or overwhelmed. Our family and parenting counselling provides guidance on managing behavioural issues, strengthening co-parenting relationships, and building stronger connections at home. We understand the unique pressures families face, especially in regional and rural areas, and we work with you to create harmony, resilience, and balance in family life.

Addiction & Recovery Counselling

Addiction affects not only the individual but also families and relationships. At Yarrawonga Counselling, we provide confidential, non-judgmental support for alcohol, drug, gambling, and behavioural addictions. We work with you to identify underlying triggers, break destructive cycles, and find healthier coping mechanisms. Our focus is on supporting you through every step of recovery, whether you’re seeking to reduce your use or completely rebuild your life free from addiction.

LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Counselling

Everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, and supported. We offer inclusive and affirmative counselling for LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples in Yarrawonga. Whether you’re navigating identity, coming out, exploring relationships, or dealing with discrimination, our counsellors provide a safe space to talk without judgment. We celebrate diversity and focus on helping you feel confident, accepted, and proud of who you are.

Workplace Stress & Burnout Recovery

Workplace pressure can take a toll on both your mental and physical health. Our workplace counselling services support individuals experiencing stress, burnout, bullying, or career dissatisfaction. We help you explore the sources of stress, set healthy boundaries, and develop tools to restore your energy and confidence. If your work is impacting your wellbeing, we provide strategies to help you feel grounded again and ready to move forward in a healthier direction.

Areas We Support Across North-East Victoria

Our heart is in Yarrawonga, but our care extends across the wider region. We proudly walk alongside individuals, couples, and families in surrounding communities, ensuring professional counselling feels close to home. Whether you’re seeking marriage counselling, trauma support, or mental health services, we’re here for you.

🌿 Cobram
🌿 Barooga
🌿 Mulwala
🌿 Tungamah
🌿 Katamatite
🌿 Shepparton
🌿 Numurkah
🌿 Tocumwal

No matter where you are in North-East Victoria, our goal is to provide accessible, compassionate counselling support for rural and regional communities.

Book a private session evenings & weekends

Your wellbeing matters and so does your privacy. When you book a private and confidential session with Yarrawonga Counselling, you’ll meet a clinician who listens, respects boundaries, and keeps everything you say secure. We offer flexible appointment times (including evenings and weekends), telehealth appointments, and private rooms. All client records are stored securely and handled in line with professional confidentiality standards so you can focus on healing, not paperwork. Phone: 0370493275﻿﻿
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Geoffrey Williams

Founder & Counsellor

Based at our Yarrawonga branch, Geoffrey works with both youth and adults, offering a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space for growth and healing. With a compassionate yet practical approach, he supports clients through trauma, grief, relationship challenges, rural and farm life stress, mental health concerns, identity and self-worth, crisis intervention, and domestic violence survivor support with safety planning. Geoffrey provides both in-person and online sessions, with flexible hours to ensure support is available when it’s needed most. While primarily based in Yarrawonga, he also travels regularly to Melbourne to see clients face-to-face. His passion lies in walking alongside people as they rediscover their strength, rebuild their lives, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Melody Carstairs

Holistic Wellbeing Counsellor

Based at our Melbourne branch, Melody specialises in supporting women to reclaim their voice, rebuild their confidence, and step into lives free from toxic or narcissistic relationships. Her holistic approach is grounded in empathy, honesty, and practical guidance, helping clients move beyond survival and into lasting strength. With a calm and nurturing presence, Melody creates a safe space where women can process their pain, rediscover their worth, and take confident steps toward the future they deserve. She often incorporates meditation and mindfulness into her sessions, offering practical tools that quiet the mind and reconnect clients with their inner resilience. Blending modern therapeutic strategies with holistic practices, Melody ensures every woman she works with feels seen, validated, and capable of change. Known for transforming pain into empowerment, she has built a strong reputation for guiding women out of cycles of control and into lives defined by clarity, self-respect, and freedom.

Kimberley Van De Berg

Child, Youth & Family Counsellor

Kimberley is a valued member of the Yarrawonga Counselling team who is passionate about supporting children, young people, and families within the local community. Known for her warm and caring nature, she works to create a safe and supportive environment where young people feel heard, encouraged, and understood.

As the Coordinator of the Chill Skills Program across Yarrawonga and Numurkah, Kimberley helps children develop resilience, emotional regulation, confidence, and healthy coping strategies through engaging and interactive activities. Her approachable style allows children to feel comfortable while learning valuable life skills in a positive and supportive setting.

Kimberley is committed to helping young people and families build confidence, strengthen connections, and navigate life’s challenges with the support and encouragement they need to thrive.