Balaclava
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Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
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Dr Bruce Walmsley

Psychologist, PhD, MAPS

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Balaclava, VIC 3183
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I support clients moving through midlife and older age who are navigating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, burnout, or unexpected major life transitions, and they're wondering what comes next. Clients reach out for many reasons: a career that no longer fits, caring for family member living with dementia, adjusting to retirement, processing loss, or feeling stuck and ready for something different. I help clients make sense of what they're going through, challenge limiting stories, and explore clearer purpose and direction. Together, we explore what this chapter of life is asking, and what it might still offer.
I'm a clinical psychologist (PhD) with 16 years across practice, research, and teaching, focused on midlife and later-life mental health, dementia, trauma and posttraumatic growth, and positive ageing. I offer individual therapy and tailored 10-week programs via telehealth, Australia-wide. My approach is warm, evidence-based, down-to-earth, and practical.
I came to this work through my own turning points: coming out, supporting my mum through dementia, shifting careers, becoming a dad in midlife. Those experiences taught me that the hardest chapters often hold the most unexpected growth. If you're ready to explore what your next chapter looks like, a free 20-minute consult is a good place to start.
Dr Bruce Walmsley now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Balaclava, VIC 3183

My website
Secure telehealth sessions, Australia-wide. Weekday and Saturday appointments. Book online. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
I focus on Life Transitions, Dementia and Trauma and PTSD 
$260 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Connect with Dr Bruce Walmsley
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Balaclava, VIC 3183

My website
Secure telehealth sessions, Australia-wide. Weekday and Saturday appointments. Book online. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
I focus on Life Transitions, Dementia and Trauma and PTSD 
$260 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Dr Bruce Walmsley

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $260

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • ACA Health
  • AHM Health
  • Australian Unity
  • Bupa
  • CBHS Health
  • CUA Health
  • Defence Health
  • GMHBA
  • HBF
  • HCF
  • Medibank Private
  • Medicare Rebates
  • Mildura
  • NIB
  • Police Health
  • Teachers Health
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Sessions are $260 per 50 minutes, charged automatically via card. With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan, the Medicare rebate of $145.25 brings your out-of-pocket cost to $114.75. Private health rebates may also apply. No referral needed to book. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Sessions are $260 per 50 minutes, charged automatically via card. With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan, the Medicare rebate of $145.25 brings your out-of-pocket cost to $114.75. Private health rebates may also apply. No referral needed to book. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Psychological Society Bruce Walmsley

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • PhD; MClinPsych

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: AHPRA Clinical Endorsement
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I have 16 years across clinical practice, research, and postgraduate teaching. My PhD explored traumatic loss and growth in families living with dementia. Endorsed clinical psychologist and board-approved supervisor registered with AHPRA. Member, Australian Psychological Society.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I have 16 years across clinical practice, research, and postgraduate teaching. My PhD explored traumatic loss and growth in families living with dementia. Endorsed clinical psychologist and board-approved supervisor registered with AHPRA. Member, Australian Psychological Society.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Life Transitions
  • Dementia
  • Trauma and PTSD

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
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I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, burnout, and life transitions in midlife and beyond; including family caregiving, dementia, and questions of identity and purpose. We begin by understanding your story and what matters most to you, then tailor therapy to your needs: building on strengths, developing practical strategies, and exploring new direction at your pace.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, burnout, and life transitions in midlife and beyond; including family caregiving, dementia, and questions of identity and purpose. We begin by understanding your story and what matters most to you, then tailor therapy to your needs: building on strengths, developing practical strategies, and exploring new direction at your pace.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Existential
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Positive Psychology
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, schema therapy, and narrative approaches, tailored to you. Online sessions are warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. We start by understanding your story, then work on practical strategies, and deeper insights together. For some, a structured 10-week program in life review, brain health, or carer wellbeing is a good fit.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I use cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, schema therapy, and narrative approaches, tailored to you. Online sessions are warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. We start by understanding your story, then work on practical strategies, and deeper insights together. For some, a structured 10-week program in life review, brain health, or carer wellbeing is a good fit.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Balaclava, VIC 3183

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Secure telehealth sessions, Australia-wide. Weekday and Saturday appointments. Book online. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
"
Secure telehealth sessions, Australia-wide. Weekday and Saturday appointments. Book online. Free 20-minute consult for new clients.
Photo of Dr Bruce Walmsley, Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS