Counselling in Tasmania
Saria J Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000
Saria is a trained family therapist with a Master’s degree from the Bouverie centre, Latrobe University and is an accredited mental health social worker, with a Bachelor’s degree from University of Tasmania. Saria has dedicated over 16 years to providing treatment and support to young people and their families impacted by mental illness, grief and loss, and trauma.
Saria is a trained family therapist with a Master’s degree from the Bouverie centre, Latrobe University and is an accredited mental health social worker, with a Bachelor’s degree from University of Tasmania. Saria has dedicated over 16 years to providing treatment and support to young people and their families impacted by mental illness, grief and loss, and trauma.
Miro Rainsford
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Kingston Beach, TAS 7050
Hi, I’m Miro, and I am a counsellor and psychotherapist based in Hobart, I am available to support teenagers and young people, adults, and elder members of our community. I have experience supporting clients with a range of concerns, and have a personal focus on mental health counselling and supporting survivors of trauma, including childhood trauma, family violence and sexual assault. I am trained in a wide range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and contemporary trauma-informed therapies including EMDR.
Hi, I’m Miro, and I am a counsellor and psychotherapist based in Hobart, I am available to support teenagers and young people, adults, and elder members of our community. I have experience supporting clients with a range of concerns, and have a personal focus on mental health counselling and supporting survivors of trauma, including childhood trauma, family violence and sexual assault. I am trained in a wide range of evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and contemporary trauma-informed therapies including EMDR.
Sarah Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hobart, TAS 7000
Waitlist for new clients
Specialising in high risk children, adolescents and young adults. Self harm, suicidality, complex trauma, relational trauma. Clinical family assessment and therapy. Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families. Covid related anxiety.
Specialising in high risk children, adolescents and young adults. Self harm, suicidality, complex trauma, relational trauma. Clinical family assessment and therapy. Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families. Covid related anxiety.
Dettie Onus Browne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hobart, TAS 7000 (Online Only)
I’ve worked in community services over the past 10 years with experience working in mental health, family violence, homelessness, alcohol and other drugs, disability & supporting people leaving custody.
Hello, I’m Dettie, a white, non-binary queer and trans person living on the unceded land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I’m a qualified social worker and therapist, providing online counselling for individuals, couples, and families. I have a passion for working with LGBTIQA+ people and their families, from supporting survivors of conversion and suppression practices to providing guidance for how caregivers can best support their LGBTIQA+ loved ones. I take a collaborative and transparent approach in planning therapeutic interventions and support plans.
I’ve worked in community services over the past 10 years with experience working in mental health, family violence, homelessness, alcohol and other drugs, disability & supporting people leaving custody.
Hello, I’m Dettie, a white, non-binary queer and trans person living on the unceded land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. I’m a qualified social worker and therapist, providing online counselling for individuals, couples, and families. I have a passion for working with LGBTIQA+ people and their families, from supporting survivors of conversion and suppression practices to providing guidance for how caregivers can best support their LGBTIQA+ loved ones. I take a collaborative and transparent approach in planning therapeutic interventions and support plans.
Malleable Minds - Lisa Nguyen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000 (Online Only)
I recognise that individuals are the experts in their own lives and I work collaboratively to address the challenges they encounter. I provide focused psychological strategies to address a range of mental health concerns, specialising in Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Emotion Dysregulation, Stress, Interpersonal Conflict (relationship and family), Adjustment Issues, Grief and Loss and Asian Australian Mental Health. Acknowledging that therapy can be a challenging experience for some, I approach each session with awareness and understanding.
I recognise that individuals are the experts in their own lives and I work collaboratively to address the challenges they encounter. I provide focused psychological strategies to address a range of mental health concerns, specialising in Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Emotion Dysregulation, Stress, Interpersonal Conflict (relationship and family), Adjustment Issues, Grief and Loss and Asian Australian Mental Health. Acknowledging that therapy can be a challenging experience for some, I approach each session with awareness and understanding.
Alicia Garrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000
Hi, I'm Alicia. I am passionate about providing specialist mental health support. I have worked with teens, adults and families experiencing a diverse range of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, family violence, relationship difficulties/breakdowns, personality disorders, complex trauma/trauma, disordered eating, low self-esteem and substance misuse. I believe in developing respectful, authentic and open-minded relationships with each person I work with. My approach is inclusive, relaxed and when appropriate humorous and playful.
Hi, I'm Alicia. I am passionate about providing specialist mental health support. I have worked with teens, adults and families experiencing a diverse range of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, family violence, relationship difficulties/breakdowns, personality disorders, complex trauma/trauma, disordered eating, low self-esteem and substance misuse. I believe in developing respectful, authentic and open-minded relationships with each person I work with. My approach is inclusive, relaxed and when appropriate humorous and playful.
Brendan Partridge
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000
I am a Clinical Psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. I have extensive public/private sector experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders for those aged 12 years & above. I have a worked closely with a broad age, cultural, and gender diverse demographic, helping people work through a range presenting issues. My expertise includes adolescent mental health, men's mental health, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief & loss, anger management, and substance use issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. I have extensive public/private sector experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders for those aged 12 years & above. I have a worked closely with a broad age, cultural, and gender diverse demographic, helping people work through a range presenting issues. My expertise includes adolescent mental health, men's mental health, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief & loss, anger management, and substance use issues.
Rachel Dao
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, TAS 7025
My areas of interest include Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I also accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients.
My areas of interest include Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I also accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients.
Elizabeth Fuentes: Living Free Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hobart, TAS 7000 (Online Only)
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability "I am passionate about helping people live more purposeful lives. I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability "I am passionate about helping people live more purposeful lives. I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
Stacey Roy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Hobart, TAS 7000 (Online Only)
I offer Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Psychotherapy, to establish a safe connection with your body, regulate your nervous system, and nurture a compassionate relationship with yourself.
Welcome! My name is Stacey (she/her) and I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). I am passionate about mental healthcare that considers all aspects of a person's wellbeing — mind, body, spirit, environment, and community. In my clinical practice, I specialise in supporting those experiencing complex trauma (including Borderline Personality Disorder) and eating disorders.
I offer Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Psychotherapy, to establish a safe connection with your body, regulate your nervous system, and nurture a compassionate relationship with yourself.
Welcome! My name is Stacey (she/her) and I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). I am passionate about mental healthcare that considers all aspects of a person's wellbeing — mind, body, spirit, environment, and community. In my clinical practice, I specialise in supporting those experiencing complex trauma (including Borderline Personality Disorder) and eating disorders.
Carlyn Chen
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000
I am experienced seeing clients with issues such as attachment trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, oppression, racism, cultural issues, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, identity issues, religious trauma, grief, domestic violence, family issues and relationships.
I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.
I am experienced seeing clients with issues such as attachment trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, oppression, racism, cultural issues, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, identity issues, religious trauma, grief, domestic violence, family issues and relationships.
I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.
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Hobart, TAS 7000 (Online Only)
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Synapse Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Launceston, TAS 7250
Synapse Psychology is a dynamic group practice located in northern Tasmania, with practices in Launceston and Devonport as well as an active telehealth component. There are a number of highly experienced clinicians working under the umbrella of Synapse Psychology, all who have specific areas of interest and skill in assessment and treatment of various mental health presentations. As a practice we are committed to excellence, and pride ourselves on providing a high quality professional services in a warm and positive environment.
Synapse Psychology is a dynamic group practice located in northern Tasmania, with practices in Launceston and Devonport as well as an active telehealth component. There are a number of highly experienced clinicians working under the umbrella of Synapse Psychology, all who have specific areas of interest and skill in assessment and treatment of various mental health presentations. As a practice we are committed to excellence, and pride ourselves on providing a high quality professional services in a warm and positive environment.
Kaye de Ville
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
North Hobart, TAS 7000
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or just cannot make sense of things. Everyone can have therapy at anytime in life. Talking to someone who listens, remembers your history, travels with you on your journey can be rewarding and help with anxiety, depression and feelings of being alone. I can help you make sense of your life, meaning and troubling thoughts. I am also an experienced couples therapist having supported couples on their journeys from courting to commitment. I help people make sense of where they have come to, going to and how they are going to get there even when the future is uncertain.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed or just cannot make sense of things. Everyone can have therapy at anytime in life. Talking to someone who listens, remembers your history, travels with you on your journey can be rewarding and help with anxiety, depression and feelings of being alone. I can help you make sense of your life, meaning and troubling thoughts. I am also an experienced couples therapist having supported couples on their journeys from courting to commitment. I help people make sense of where they have come to, going to and how they are going to get there even when the future is uncertain.
Shanti Saraswati-Hindle
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Margate, TAS 7054 (Online Only)
I have a strong background with trauma and complex mental health issues. I am down to earth, warm & empathic. I endeavour to build a collaborative and therapeutic relationship, and to practice an affirming approach to neurodiversity and LGBQIA+. I believe a “good fit” is vital to the therapeutic process and want to create a safe and validating space. I am client-centred and draw on a variety of evidence-based interventions best suited to your needs and preferences (I prefer schema therapy, DBT, and EMDR). I have been privileged to work with a variety of people of all ages and walks of life and currently see 18+
I have a strong background with trauma and complex mental health issues. I am down to earth, warm & empathic. I endeavour to build a collaborative and therapeutic relationship, and to practice an affirming approach to neurodiversity and LGBQIA+. I believe a “good fit” is vital to the therapeutic process and want to create a safe and validating space. I am client-centred and draw on a variety of evidence-based interventions best suited to your needs and preferences (I prefer schema therapy, DBT, and EMDR). I have been privileged to work with a variety of people of all ages and walks of life and currently see 18+
Care 4 You Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Berriedale, TAS 7011 (Online Only)
Fully-certified since 2019, I’ve been successfully counselling clients nationally to facilitate their self-growth. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I also provide therapeutic support to those who have or are currently experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and other debilitating mental health conditions that impact on everyday life.
Fully-certified since 2019, I’ve been successfully counselling clients nationally to facilitate their self-growth. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I also provide therapeutic support to those who have or are currently experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and other debilitating mental health conditions that impact on everyday life.
'eunoia' Counselling & Outdoor Therapies
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Rokeby, TAS 7019
eunoia was developed out of a deep desire to recapture connection, beauty and meaning in the everyday. Many people (adults, adolescents and children alike), can appear to be trapped in unfulfillment; whether it's by circumstances, limited thinking or unmanageable emotions. Bridget has worked across the community and social services for over 25 years.
eunoia was developed out of a deep desire to recapture connection, beauty and meaning in the everyday. Many people (adults, adolescents and children alike), can appear to be trapped in unfulfillment; whether it's by circumstances, limited thinking or unmanageable emotions. Bridget has worked across the community and social services for over 25 years.
Gavin Lemon
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Launceston, TAS 7250
I prefer to focus on treatment, not just talk. I have a genuine passion for working with individuals from all backgrounds who are keen to make changes in their life, or to better manage or understand their mental health. I have a kind but firm approach, and I am comfortable with colourful (real) language and appropriate humour in our appointments.
I prefer to focus on treatment, not just talk. I have a genuine passion for working with individuals from all backgrounds who are keen to make changes in their life, or to better manage or understand their mental health. I have a kind but firm approach, and I am comfortable with colourful (real) language and appropriate humour in our appointments.
Pier Support Services Pty Ltd
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
South Burnie, TAS 7320
I like to work with the individual to work towards their goals and aspirations with a person-centred approach.
I like to work with the individual to work towards their goals and aspirations with a person-centred approach.
Renee Melges
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Hobart, TAS 7000
Renee Melges is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Kinesiologist with a Masters is Clinical Psychology. She has over 25 years experience working as a Psychologist and over 16 years experience working as a Kinesiologist in the field of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Renee Melges combines eastern and western philosophies to assist the client to maximise their potential and facilitate personal growth. Renee Melges provides Online and In person Holistic Counselling for adults, adolescents and primary school children across Australia. Renee Melges specialises in mood and anxiety disorders.
Renee Melges is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Kinesiologist with a Masters is Clinical Psychology. She has over 25 years experience working as a Psychologist and over 16 years experience working as a Kinesiologist in the field of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Renee Melges combines eastern and western philosophies to assist the client to maximise their potential and facilitate personal growth. Renee Melges provides Online and In person Holistic Counselling for adults, adolescents and primary school children across Australia. Renee Melges specialises in mood and anxiety disorders.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.