Do you offer Medicare rebates?

Yes. Aylin Shilling is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and Medicare registered. You can access rebates through a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) from your GP.

Do you offer telehealth sessions?

Yes. We offer telehealth sessions to clients anywhere in Australia, as well as in-person sessions at our Essendon location.

What therapy approaches do you use?

We use a range of evidence-based approaches including Schema Therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to each individual client.

Do you work with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

Yes. Aylin has a particular interest in working with people living with or exploring a diagnosis of BPD, including those who experience intense emotions, unstable relationships, or a fragmented sense of self. DBT and Schema Therapy are used as primary treatment approaches.

Do you see adolescents?

Yes. We work with adults and adolescents aged 16 and above.

Where are you located?

We are located at 1 Woodland Street, Essendon, Melbourne VIC 3040. We also offer telehealth sessions Australia wide.

Do you offer couples therapy?

Yes. We offer couples and relationship therapy in addition to individual therapy sessions.

Do you offer after-hours appointments?

Yes. After-hours sessions are available after 5pm on Fridays, in person at our Essendon office or via telehealth. After-hours sessions are $240 for 50 minutes.

Do you have experience working with Turkish-Australian clients?

Yes. Aylin has a particular interest in supporting first generation Turkish Australians navigating identity, belonging, and the experience of living between two cultures.

Counselling in Essendon

Counselling and psychotherapy practice in Essendon Melbourne

Seeking support can feel like a big step. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck in recurring patterns, navigating a difficult life transition, or simply looking for a space to better understand yourself, therapy can provide an opportunity to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity.

At Inner Worlds Counselling & Psychotherapy, we provide counselling and psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in Essendon and across Melbourne. Sessions are available both in-person and via Telehealth.

Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients referred under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and determine whether we are a good fit.

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A Space to Explore What Matters

Life can become difficult for many reasons. You may be experiencing:

Anxiety and excessive worry
Depression or low mood
Stress and burnout
Relationship difficulties
Attachment and interpersonal challenges
Grief and loss
Life transitions and major changes
Self-esteem concerns
Emotional overwhelm
Difficulties with identity, meaning, or direction

Therapy offers a confidential and supportive space to explore these experiences and develop new ways of understanding and responding to them.

Our Approach

We understand that every person's story is unique.

Our work is informed by evidence-based and relational approaches, drawing from:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Schema Therapy
Trauma-informed practice
Attachment-based approaches

Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, therapy is tailored to your individual goals, experiences, and circumstances.

In-Person Counselling in Essendon

Our practice is conveniently located in Essendon, Melbourne, providing a comfortable and welcoming environment for face-to-face therapy.

The location is easily accessible from surrounding suburbs including:

Moonee Ponds
Pascoe Vale
Strathmore
Niddrie
Airport West
Brunswick West
Ascot Vale
Flemington
Kensington

If attending in person is difficult, Telehealth appointments are also available.

Medicare Rebates

As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients referred under a Mental Health Treatment Plan from their GP.

If you are unsure about the referral process, we are happy to discuss your options during a free 15-minute consultation.

FAQs

Do I need a referral?

1

No. You can book directly without a referral.

If you would like to access Medicare rebates, you will generally require a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP.

Do you offer Telehealth?

2

Yes. Sessions are available via secure Telehealth for clients across Australia.

How long are appointments?

3

Standard therapy sessions are approximately 50 minutes, however there are extended 90 minute sessions also available.

Do you work with adolescents?

4

Yes. We work with adolescents aged 13 years and above.

Begin Your Therapy Journey

Finding the right therapist is an important decision.

If you're looking for counselling in Essendon, we invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and explore how we may be able to support you.

Inner Worlds Counselling & Psychotherapy
Essendon, Melbourne & Australia-wide Telehealth