Hoarding Counselling in 3053

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Andreas Sinclair Frangos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053  (Online Only)
Interested in working collaboratively with a diverse range of clients with OCD and related disorders. Aims to work with clients to achieve goals that align with their values. Eager to help clients with a diverse range of needs that may impact therapy. Advocate and practioner of the individual focused approach to therapy and counselling.
Interested in working collaboratively with a diverse range of clients with OCD and related disorders. Aims to work with clients to achieve goals that align with their values. Eager to help clients with a diverse range of needs that may impact therapy. Advocate and practioner of the individual focused approach to therapy and counselling.
(03) 7003 2932 View (03) 7003 2932
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Chris Carter
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, forensics and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, forensics and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
(03) 9111 5364 View (03) 9111 5364
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Casey Anderson
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
Casey Anderson takes a psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy. This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
Casey Anderson takes a psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy. This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
(03) 7003 2898 View (03) 7003 2898
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Caspar Wenn - Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with intrusive thoughts, feeling stuck engaging in repetitive thoughts or behaviours, or perhaps wondering if you might have OCD? The Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Clinic was launched by compassionate psychologists to address the unique treatment needs of different types of OCD, aiming to provide supportive and personalised care to help individuals free themselves from these conditions.
Are you struggling with intrusive thoughts, feeling stuck engaging in repetitive thoughts or behaviours, or perhaps wondering if you might have OCD? The Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Clinic was launched by compassionate psychologists to address the unique treatment needs of different types of OCD, aiming to provide supportive and personalised care to help individuals free themselves from these conditions.
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Cassia Kelsall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with post graduate qualifications in Narrative Therapy. I have worked as a counsellor for over 13 years and have worked with multiple themes and client groups, including family violence, complex trauma, grief and loss, family and social relationships, and life transitions. My work is trauma informed and uses a range of modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am committed to developing and maintaining a non-judgmental, safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with post graduate qualifications in Narrative Therapy. I have worked as a counsellor for over 13 years and have worked with multiple themes and client groups, including family violence, complex trauma, grief and loss, family and social relationships, and life transitions. My work is trauma informed and uses a range of modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems. I am committed to developing and maintaining a non-judgmental, safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
(03) 7003 2755 View (03) 7003 2755
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Alexander J Karkar
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
My approach to treatment takes its direction from experience, both in the lived sense and specifically in terms of psychoanalysis. A psychoanalytic practice is interested above all in what a person has to say, and is concerned about how the individual frames and makes sense of their own experience. This is crucial more than ever today, when the complexities of human experience are increasingly lost beneath general models.
My approach to treatment takes its direction from experience, both in the lived sense and specifically in terms of psychoanalysis. A psychoanalytic practice is interested above all in what a person has to say, and is concerned about how the individual frames and makes sense of their own experience. This is crucial more than ever today, when the complexities of human experience are increasingly lost beneath general models.
(03) 6146 1675 View (03) 6146 1675
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Sherridan J Green
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
(03) 9118 9081 View (03) 9118 9081
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Selma Music
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carlton, VIC 3053
Trauma is a deeply personal and complex experience. Often, you may find yourself feeling stuck or unable to move past your trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, afraid, and/or angry. Trauma can be a deeply isolating experience, and it's not uncommon for you to feel like no one else can truly understand what you are going through. It can sometimes feel like you are carrying a heavy burden that you can't share with others. This may make you feel even more alone and disconnected. Sometimes, you might find it difficult to trust others. You may be grappling with strong emotions like shame, guilt, and self-blame.
Trauma is a deeply personal and complex experience. Often, you may find yourself feeling stuck or unable to move past your trauma. You might feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, afraid, and/or angry. Trauma can be a deeply isolating experience, and it's not uncommon for you to feel like no one else can truly understand what you are going through. It can sometimes feel like you are carrying a heavy burden that you can't share with others. This may make you feel even more alone and disconnected. Sometimes, you might find it difficult to trust others. You may be grappling with strong emotions like shame, guilt, and self-blame.
(03) 7003 2862 View (03) 7003 2862
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Laura Bailey Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
As a psychologist, I bring a unique perspective to my work, grounded in personal lived experience and a genuine dedication to helping everyday individuals navigate the challenges of mental health. I am dedicated to providing support for those struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, adjustment issues, work-related stress, perinatal concerns, anxiety, family, trauma and relationship issues, depression and more. I understand the impact these issues can have on one's well-being.
As a psychologist, I bring a unique perspective to my work, grounded in personal lived experience and a genuine dedication to helping everyday individuals navigate the challenges of mental health. I am dedicated to providing support for those struggling with an eating disorder, body image concerns, adjustment issues, work-related stress, perinatal concerns, anxiety, family, trauma and relationship issues, depression and more. I understand the impact these issues can have on one's well-being.
(03) 4158 2680 View (03) 4158 2680

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Hoarding Counsellors

What is the most effective treatment for hoarding?

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) has been well-studied in the treatment of hoarding. This type of therapy includes changing beliefs surrounding possessions, as well as learning how to discard items and reduce acquisitions. The hoarder may also gain much-needed organizational skills. Another useful therapy may be compassion-focused therapy, which can address emotion regulation and negative self-perception.

How long does therapy for hoarding take?

Although treatment can vary, most people demonstrate improvement after 23 sessions, with some showing improvement after just a few sessions. Researchers have developed a 26-session cognitive behavioral program. People who hoard may need “maintenance” sessions over the years if the problem arises repeatedly.

Are there medications for hoarding?

The more commonly-prescribed medications for hoarding are including antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). This can include drugs such as venlafaxine and paroxetine. And because hoarding disorder is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, medications for OCD, such as clomipramine, may be effective for hoarding as well.

Can hoarding come back after treatment?

Hoarding is a chronic disorder and it can last throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regularly checking in with a psychotherapist can help manage symptoms long-term. A good therapist will help the person learn needed skills including decision-making, organization, and stress reduction. The patient will gain a better perspective and the need to cling to useless items will lessen.