Dr Mike van
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General (he, him)
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I work with depression, anxiety disorders, addictions, anger, trauma, relationships, male psychosexual difficulties and sexuality. I identify as a gay man and specialise in working with LGBTQ+ clients with an identity affirming perspective. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at University College London in 2003, where I trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT: the relationship between your thoughts, feelings and behaviours) and schema therapy (linking your past to your beliefs and present difficulties). I am also a qualified dialectical behaviour therapist (DBT: a skills-based approach for emotional regulation).
My main approach today is acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): a mindfulness approach for letting go of unhelpful thoughts, being present with difficult emotions and connecting to your values; the things that really matter to you. I combine CBT, schema therapy, DBT and ACT with supportive counselling, where relevant, to the issues you wish to work on.
In my early career I was a social worker, health adviser and counsellor in HIV/AIDS and sexual health. I went on to work as a clinical psychologist in sexual health, adult mental health, forensics and university counselling in the UK, New Zealand and Australia. I now only work by Telehealth, based in Melbourne with clients throughout Australia and overseas.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen now - 0474 788 647
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
- Couple Sessions $230
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Medicare Bulk Billing
- Medicare Rebates
- NDIS
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Email me or call with questions - 0474 788 647
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Mike van Dijkhuizen
- In Practice for 23 years
- Clinical Psychology - University College London, Doctorate, Graduated 2003
- Degree/Diploma from London School of Economics 1987
- Degree/Diploma from London Guildhall University 1999
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or 0474 788 647
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
Practice Areas
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Behavioural Issues
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Internet Addiction
- internet pornography
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- sexuality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or 0474 788 647
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Queer Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Schema Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or 0474 788 647
Location
Dr Mike van Dijkhuizen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Take the first step to help. Call now - 0474 788 647