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Dr Chris Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Hi, I'm Chris. I'm a psychologist and endorsed Clinical Psychologist. I work with people of any gender (including members of the LGBTIQA+ community) 15 years and older to help with a wide range of problems with mental health and wellbeing, such as: Anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, changing unhelpful or unhealthy patterns of behaviour, supporting you through grief and loss or significant life changes, processing trauma, navigating relationship difficulties, helping you to manage challenging emotions such as anger and shame, and working to quiet self-criticism and develop self-compassion.
Hi, I'm Chris. I'm a psychologist and endorsed Clinical Psychologist. I work with people of any gender (including members of the LGBTIQA+ community) 15 years and older to help with a wide range of problems with mental health and wellbeing, such as: Anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, changing unhelpful or unhealthy patterns of behaviour, supporting you through grief and loss or significant life changes, processing trauma, navigating relationship difficulties, helping you to manage challenging emotions such as anger and shame, and working to quiet self-criticism and develop self-compassion.
(03) 7003 2883 View (03) 7003 2883
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Kelly Jane Kerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071  (Online Only)
Hello! I’m a white, queer lesbian, Internal Family Systems therapist (level 2), social worker & meditation facilitator. I am experienced working with victim-survivors of family violence, chronic mental illness & complex trauma. I work closely with LGBTQIA, neurodiverse, sex worker communities & spiritual practitioners. I can collaborate with you to cultivate emotional balance, reduce anxiety, rewrite narratives of unworthiness & shame, heal trauma, understand your sexuality, develop conscious boundary setting & needs-based communication skills, strengthen your body-mind connection, navigate grief & loss, & unpack white privilege.
Hello! I’m a white, queer lesbian, Internal Family Systems therapist (level 2), social worker & meditation facilitator. I am experienced working with victim-survivors of family violence, chronic mental illness & complex trauma. I work closely with LGBTQIA, neurodiverse, sex worker communities & spiritual practitioners. I can collaborate with you to cultivate emotional balance, reduce anxiety, rewrite narratives of unworthiness & shame, heal trauma, understand your sexuality, develop conscious boundary setting & needs-based communication skills, strengthen your body-mind connection, navigate grief & loss, & unpack white privilege.
(03) 8400 0990 View (03) 8400 0990
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Emma Prinzi
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I am a registered psychologist specialising in individual therapy for women facing various mental health challenges. With a particular interest in relational trauma, attachment issues, anxiety and addiction, I tap into clients' inner strengths to facilitate healing. My clients often present with goals to reconnect with themselves, develop skills in attunement, process and heal traumatic experiences, and dismantle unhelpful thoughts, habits and beliefs about themselves and the world. Addressing these processes are targeted to create meaning, enhance self-esteem, and ultimately improve quality of life.
I am a registered psychologist specialising in individual therapy for women facing various mental health challenges. With a particular interest in relational trauma, attachment issues, anxiety and addiction, I tap into clients' inner strengths to facilitate healing. My clients often present with goals to reconnect with themselves, develop skills in attunement, process and heal traumatic experiences, and dismantle unhelpful thoughts, habits and beliefs about themselves and the world. Addressing these processes are targeted to create meaning, enhance self-esteem, and ultimately improve quality of life.
(03) 7003 2342 View (03) 7003 2342
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Julie Stevens
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Undertaking therapy is a very personal experience. A person may come to therapy to process complex trauma, work through relationship struggles, or simply desire to get to know and understand themselves more deeply. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, the gifts born from the process of building self-awareness benefit not only you but also those around you who you love. It is profoundly humbling to support my clients to move through adversity, unpack challenging questions, grieve, transition, and move towards wellbeing. I am dedicated to the service of helping people to build agency, inner resources, and stability.
Undertaking therapy is a very personal experience. A person may come to therapy to process complex trauma, work through relationship struggles, or simply desire to get to know and understand themselves more deeply. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, the gifts born from the process of building self-awareness benefit not only you but also those around you who you love. It is profoundly humbling to support my clients to move through adversity, unpack challenging questions, grieve, transition, and move towards wellbeing. I am dedicated to the service of helping people to build agency, inner resources, and stability.
(03) 7003 2846 View (03) 7003 2846
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Creative Healing counselling & art therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Looking for something a little different to traditional talking therapy? Often it can be hard to find the words to express how we are feeling or what is going on in your life that is getting you down. As a Mental Health Social Worker I use my traditional counselling skills and incorporate my Sensorimotor Art Therapy skills to add deeper meaning and reflection to make sense of the world through art, creativity and play. If you would like to make an appointment visit my website and click on the Book Now button
Looking for something a little different to traditional talking therapy? Often it can be hard to find the words to express how we are feeling or what is going on in your life that is getting you down. As a Mental Health Social Worker I use my traditional counselling skills and incorporate my Sensorimotor Art Therapy skills to add deeper meaning and reflection to make sense of the world through art, creativity and play. If you would like to make an appointment visit my website and click on the Book Now button
(03) 9068 5833 View (03) 9068 5833
Christina Pitter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
Christina has 20 years experience as a mental health social worker and psychotherapist. She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health. She has a special interest in supporting clients with chronic and physical health and disability issues. Christina hopes that through therapy, people can develop a greater awareness of their emotions, thoughts, strengths and goals and an overall improvement in their wellbeing and relationships with others.
(02) 4504 0245 View (02) 4504 0245
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Louise O'Dwyer
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Louise is a dedicated Gestalt therapist committed to providing a compassionate and nurturing space for individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, and life transitions. With a profound passion for offering her clients the support they need, Louise employs attuned listening and genuine connection to facilitate increased awareness, well-being, and personal growth, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives.
Louise is a dedicated Gestalt therapist committed to providing a compassionate and nurturing space for individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, and life transitions. With a profound passion for offering her clients the support they need, Louise employs attuned listening and genuine connection to facilitate increased awareness, well-being, and personal growth, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives.
(03) 9118 9082 View (03) 9118 9082
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Barbara Drossos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I specialiase in trauma, sexual assault, pregnancy counselling, reproductive health support, as well as anxiety and depression. You might want support to process a past experience, to deal with a present difficulty or to have more fulfilling relationships and feel a greater sense of joy and wellbeing. I have 20+ years' experience working in social work and counselling settings.
I specialiase in trauma, sexual assault, pregnancy counselling, reproductive health support, as well as anxiety and depression. You might want support to process a past experience, to deal with a present difficulty or to have more fulfilling relationships and feel a greater sense of joy and wellbeing. I have 20+ years' experience working in social work and counselling settings.
(03) 9344 1556 View (03) 9344 1556
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Grow Gently Couselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I have a Social Work background with experience in consultation services, child protection, family intervention, clinical mental health services, systems work, senior leadership and management. I am originally from Turrbal and Jagera country but have called Naarm home since mid-2022. My mob are Mununjali, and I am a proud Aboriginal person. I identify as queer and as a proud ADHDer. I appreciate the opportunity to work alongside the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities and am committed to providing queer-affirming and neurodiversity-affirming practices that are trauma-informed and safe.
I have a Social Work background with experience in consultation services, child protection, family intervention, clinical mental health services, systems work, senior leadership and management. I am originally from Turrbal and Jagera country but have called Naarm home since mid-2022. My mob are Mununjali, and I am a proud Aboriginal person. I identify as queer and as a proud ADHDer. I appreciate the opportunity to work alongside the LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse communities and am committed to providing queer-affirming and neurodiversity-affirming practices that are trauma-informed and safe.
(03) 7003 2995 View (03) 7003 2995
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Shiao-Hua Kwong
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Hello, I am a clinical psychologist. I place great value in understanding clients' difficulties deeply and wholistically in my work with them. As a migrant from Asia, I am fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, I have firsthand experience of uprooting from what is familiar and reestablishing in a new environment. I also bring into the therapy room an experience of major career change. I feel privileged to be able to help people make personal recovery from life-changing circumstances, in rebuilding hope, redefining self-identity, assuming / re-assuming responsibilities, and leading a meaningful life.
Hello, I am a clinical psychologist. I place great value in understanding clients' difficulties deeply and wholistically in my work with them. As a migrant from Asia, I am fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese, I have firsthand experience of uprooting from what is familiar and reestablishing in a new environment. I also bring into the therapy room an experience of major career change. I feel privileged to be able to help people make personal recovery from life-changing circumstances, in rebuilding hope, redefining self-identity, assuming / re-assuming responsibilities, and leading a meaningful life.
(03) 9111 2663 View (03) 9111 2663
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Negin Sadeghian- Psychologist & Art Therapist
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I am a psychologist and art therapist, with 10 years of clinical experience. I have worked with adults, young people, and couples in a variety of public and private health settings including community health, inpatient programs, and relationship support services such as Relationships Australia and SHIPS. My therapeutic work is informed by the following approaches: Internal Family Systems Model, Art Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I am a psychologist and art therapist, with 10 years of clinical experience. I have worked with adults, young people, and couples in a variety of public and private health settings including community health, inpatient programs, and relationship support services such as Relationships Australia and SHIPS. My therapeutic work is informed by the following approaches: Internal Family Systems Model, Art Therapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
(03) 7003 2421 View (03) 7003 2421
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Stephanie Fernandez
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Dr Stephanie Fernandez adopts a client-cantered, non-judgmental approach, placing clients unique needs and goals at the forefront of therapy. She draws on a range of evidence-based treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, interpersonal therapy, and schema-informed therapy. By tailoring her approach to suit clients’ individual circumstances, she ensures that they receive personalised and effective care.
Dr Stephanie Fernandez adopts a client-cantered, non-judgmental approach, placing clients unique needs and goals at the forefront of therapy. She draws on a range of evidence-based treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, interpersonal therapy, and schema-informed therapy. By tailoring her approach to suit clients’ individual circumstances, she ensures that they receive personalised and effective care.
(03) 7003 2189 View (03) 7003 2189
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Sarah Elizabeth Hellwege
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Sarah is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a Gottman Trained Couples Therapist. Sarah works with couples to navigate relationship challenges and achieve a place of deeper understanding, empathy and connection. Sarah adopts a dyadic approach whereby the focus is on helping the couple actively listen and provide responsive, sensitive and empathetic care to one-and-other inside and outside therapy.
Sarah is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a Gottman Trained Couples Therapist. Sarah works with couples to navigate relationship challenges and achieve a place of deeper understanding, empathy and connection. Sarah adopts a dyadic approach whereby the focus is on helping the couple actively listen and provide responsive, sensitive and empathetic care to one-and-other inside and outside therapy.
(03) 7003 2028 View (03) 7003 2028
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Niki Yuen Fen Bruysters
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I work as a clinical psychologist and practice upon a foundation of empathy and authenticity. To embrace vulnerability is terrifying, so I prioritise creating a supportive safe space with my clients to move towards recovery goals. I am passionate about shifting the ‘hush-hush’ discourse around vulnerabilities with mental health, and empowering individuals to embrace the human nature to experience difficulties.
I work as a clinical psychologist and practice upon a foundation of empathy and authenticity. To embrace vulnerability is terrifying, so I prioritise creating a supportive safe space with my clients to move towards recovery goals. I am passionate about shifting the ‘hush-hush’ discourse around vulnerabilities with mental health, and empowering individuals to embrace the human nature to experience difficulties.
(03) 7003 2344 View (03) 7003 2344
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Catherine Pihema
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Catherine's career in clinical psychology reflects her diverse interests and caring personality. Her experience has equipped her to practice with both sensitivity and safety to one's culture and/or diversity needs. She takes a non-judgmental, warm, and client centered approach, ensuring she creates a setting in which her clients feel safe to be vulnerable without judgement. She ensures her clients’ goals guide the therapy by working collaboratively and by valuing input and feedback. Catherine works to empower clients with an understanding of their difficulties before developing a shared treatment plan of skills to meet their goals.
Catherine's career in clinical psychology reflects her diverse interests and caring personality. Her experience has equipped her to practice with both sensitivity and safety to one's culture and/or diversity needs. She takes a non-judgmental, warm, and client centered approach, ensuring she creates a setting in which her clients feel safe to be vulnerable without judgement. She ensures her clients’ goals guide the therapy by working collaboratively and by valuing input and feedback. Catherine works to empower clients with an understanding of their difficulties before developing a shared treatment plan of skills to meet their goals.
(03) 9994 1706 View (03) 9994 1706
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Sharon Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Finding someone who has expertise, but importantly can connect, and quickly understand your issues, is critical. Clients tell me these qualities set me apart from others. My experience includes working with the full spectrum of life challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to older folk, parents and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that maybe keeping you stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater sense of self worth and confidence.
Finding someone who has expertise, but importantly can connect, and quickly understand your issues, is critical. Clients tell me these qualities set me apart from others. My experience includes working with the full spectrum of life challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to older folk, parents and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that maybe keeping you stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater sense of self worth and confidence.
(03) 7003 2107 View (03) 7003 2107
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Michelle Mennie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Hello, my name is Michelle (she/her/hers), and I am a Clinical Psychology Registrar committed to fostering mental well-being and facilitating growth in individuals. With a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a diverse background spanning both public and private sectors, including experience in large public hospitals, I bring a holistic perspective to my practice.
Hello, my name is Michelle (she/her/hers), and I am a Clinical Psychology Registrar committed to fostering mental well-being and facilitating growth in individuals. With a Master's in Clinical Psychology and a diverse background spanning both public and private sectors, including experience in large public hospitals, I bring a holistic perspective to my practice.
(03) 7003 2950 View (03) 7003 2950
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Matthew Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Caring & non-judgemental counselling for LGBTQIA+ folk. You may have been feeling bad about yourself and have noticed that you have been acting in inauthentic ways. Perhaps you are worried others won’t accept the real you. It’s been difficult to share your self-critical thoughts with others. I help LGBTQIA+ folk with a non-Judgmental and caring space to explore and better understand and process their distress.
Caring & non-judgemental counselling for LGBTQIA+ folk. You may have been feeling bad about yourself and have noticed that you have been acting in inauthentic ways. Perhaps you are worried others won’t accept the real you. It’s been difficult to share your self-critical thoughts with others. I help LGBTQIA+ folk with a non-Judgmental and caring space to explore and better understand and process their distress.
(03) 7020 2779 View (03) 7020 2779
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Jaya Narayan
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Thornbury, VIC 3071
I am a body-oriented and neurobiology-affirming based trauma Psychotherapist. I specialise in somatic-expressive-experiential modalities to navigate the impact of complex trauma, chronic stress/ pain, anxiety, depression and burnout. With relational presence & intersecting the expressive art(s), Psychodrama, somatics and group processes, I foreground the wisdom of the body/ brain/heart in individual therapy. My focus is on resourcing & expanding our ability to listen to our emotions, imagination and impulses. If you are looking at attuned body led approach in service of ease, acceptance & validation, you are at the right place.
I am a body-oriented and neurobiology-affirming based trauma Psychotherapist. I specialise in somatic-expressive-experiential modalities to navigate the impact of complex trauma, chronic stress/ pain, anxiety, depression and burnout. With relational presence & intersecting the expressive art(s), Psychodrama, somatics and group processes, I foreground the wisdom of the body/ brain/heart in individual therapy. My focus is on resourcing & expanding our ability to listen to our emotions, imagination and impulses. If you are looking at attuned body led approach in service of ease, acceptance & validation, you are at the right place.
(03) 8338 1858 View (03) 8338 1858
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Joanne Toh
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornbury, VIC 3071
Joanne is a psychologist with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She works with youth, adults, and older adults. Her professional interests include depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar affective disorder, stress management, trauma, grief, and emotional regulation difficulties. She has experience working with clients in schools, private hospitals, and public community mental health settings. It is her vision to create a safe, supportive therapy space for clients to explore their strengths, difficulties and concerns while honing their coping skills and resilience.
Joanne is a psychologist with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. She works with youth, adults, and older adults. Her professional interests include depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar affective disorder, stress management, trauma, grief, and emotional regulation difficulties. She has experience working with clients in schools, private hospitals, and public community mental health settings. It is her vision to create a safe, supportive therapy space for clients to explore their strengths, difficulties and concerns while honing their coping skills and resilience.
(03) 9111 2665 View (03) 9111 2665
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Number of Counsellors in 3071

100+

Average cost per session

$170

Counsellors in 3071 who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
88% Depression
84% Stress
80% Self Esteem
79% Relationship Issues
78% Trauma and PTSD
69% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

70% Medicare Rebates
44% Bupa
41% NDIS

How Counsellors in 3071 see their clients

93% In Person and Online
7% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
21% Male
1% Non-Binary