Maria Zhang
Ms Zixian Zhang

Professional Profile

Qualification(s)
BSc Psychology (Massey University, NZ) Master of Counselling (Monash University, AUS)
Languages
Chinese,Thai
Registration Number
31303
Registration category
Clinical
Additional PACFA credentials

College of Counselling
Private health rebate/NDIS provider
NDIS Provider, Offers Private Health Rebate
Offers telehealth
Yes

* Certified Practicing PACFA members have studied at AQF Level 7 (Bachelor degree) or above, with a minimum of 400 hours instruction in counselling or psychotherapy subjects, plus have a minimum of 40 hours client contact, and 10 hours of supervision.

Clinical PACFA members have met the education standards above and have accrued a minimum of 750 client contact hours, including 75 hours of supervision.

About me

My practice
I'm a registered Level 3 Mental Health Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and a Clinical Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

I work with adults and adolescents aged 15 and over, and have extensive experience supporting individuals with ADHD and Autism. I'm particularly passionate about helping newly diagnosed or self-identifying neurodivergent clients explore and integrate their identities through a compassionate and affirming lens.

With a multicultural upbringing and lived experience of my own, I value working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds. I strive to create a neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally-sensitive space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. I can also incorporate Mandarin Chinese and Thai into our sessions should that feel helpful for you.

My counselling style is grounded in self-development and personal growth. Whether or not a formal diagnosis is part of your journey, I focus on your unique experiences and strengths—supporting meaningful change through connection, self-awareness, and practical strategies that align with your goals.
Practice opening hours
Issues I can help with
Gender Identity and Intersex issues (undefined), Anxiety, Careers counselling, Communication issues, Conflict resolution, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability support, Life transitions, Low self-esteem, Mental health issues, Migrant issues, Relationship issues, Social skills, Stress, Transgender (undefined)
Type of therapy offered
Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Narrative therapy, Person-centred counselling, Psycho-education, Solution-focussed therapy

Practice addresses

Practice NamePractice AddressSuburbStatePostcode
Maria Z Counselling CarltonVIC