Meet your Therapist

I am living proof that a toddler can know - with absolute certainty - what she wants to do with her life. ​​I have always known I wanted to be a therapist. "Let's talk about brains!" was my most popular phrase at age 3.
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And here I am! My name is Talia Ben-Menashe and I am a Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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I work with all types of individuals including adults, adolescents and LGBTQIA+ clients. Having a queer identity of my own and growing up in an ethnically and culturally diverse household has deeply informed my work. I place a strong emphasis on cultural diversity and inclusivity in my practice.
With me, you will feel safe, heard and understood.
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Therapeutic Modalities:
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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
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Emotion-Focused Therapy
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Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy
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Psychoeducation
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Person-Centred Therapy
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Internal Family Systems Therapy
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Somatic Psychotherapy
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Art Therapy​​​​​
Education
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Bachelor of Psychology (BAPsych) - Macquarie University 2021
Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MCouns&PsychTh) - Australian College of Applied Psychology 2024
Completed Training
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Building Trauma Awareness – The Blue Knot Foundation 2021
Suicide Prevention Training – Wesely LifeForce 2022
Domestic Violence Training – Lifeline 2022
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The Modern Guide to Sex – Normal 2023
ADHD Skills Program using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy – Expressive Therapy Clinic 2024
Cultivating Self-Regulation through Somatic Practice – PACFA 2024
Trauma and Dissociation: Clinical Challenges and Treatment – PACFA 2024
Internal Family Systems Model Introduction and Deepening – MindBeyond Institue 2025​​
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Re-creating Family Relationships after Violence – PACFA 2025
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