Charles Mental Health

You’re Not Alone — Let’s Navigate Healing Together

Charles Mental Health is a solo psychotherapy practice based in Naarm/Melbourne, offering
a grounded, compassionate space for adults living with trauma, autism spectrum symptoms,
or navigating emotional distress. In this space, you are met with respect, curiosity, and
evidence-based support.

Meet Charles

Charles brings a rich and varied background to his psychotherapy practice, combining academic insight with life experience. His approach is grounded in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy for trauma and tailored support for adults with autism traits.

He helps clients understand and manage:

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Services

Services

Trauma Therapy

Evidence-based EMDR for survivors of childhood, military, family, sexual, and workplace trauma.

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Autism-Focused Counselling

Support for adults with autism spectrum symptoms including rigid thinking, relational difficulties, and sensory stress.

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General Counselling

For depression, anxiety, substance issues, career transitions, and interpersonal challenges.

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Telehealth Sessions

Convenient online therapy available Thursdays and by arrangement. difficulties, and sensory stress.

Why choose us

Why Choose Charles Mental Health?

At Charles Mental Health, there’s no big reception desk or call center — just Charles. Charles wears all the hats: therapist, admin, bookkeeper, and most importantly, a committed, down-to-earth mental health practitioner. His practice is deeply rooted in authenticity, empathy, and non-judgment.

Childhood or relational trauma
Symptoms associated with autism spectrum
Depression, anxiety, substance use, or burnout Charles offers therapy that is focused on real progress — not just talk.

Client Testimonials

— Former client, Melbourne

“Charles doesn’t sugarcoat things, and that’s what I needed. His mix of professionalism, insight, and dry humour helped me see my patterns clearly — and change them.”

— Client via Telehealth

“I finally feel like someone gets how autism and trauma intersect in my life. Charles gave me tools to understand my reactions and stop blaming myself.”

— Client, aged 37

“Therapy with Charles helped me sleep better, feel safer in my body, and stop spiraling into shame.”