Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Marion, SA
I am a psychotherapist & counsellor of over 20 years and work in an eclectic style.
I am passionate about & incorporate evidence based therapies to suit each individual such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Solution focused , Actual Commitment therapy, Motivational interview , Emotionally focused therapy for couples and families and Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing (EMDR) for unprocessed trauma.
I am a psychotherapist & counsellor of over 20 years and work in an eclectic style.
I am passionate about & incorporate evidence based therapies to suit each individual such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Solution focused , Actual Commitment therapy, Motivational interview , Emotionally focused therapy for couples and families and Eye Movement Desensitization And Reprocessing (EMDR) for unprocessed trauma.
I tailor therapy to your needs using evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, person-centred, trauma-focused, compassion-focused, motivational interviewing, culturally sensitive, coaching, and Christian counselling when requested.
Adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, stress, burnout, or life transitions. Many come to counselling feeling unheard, stuck, or unsure how to cope. I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we explore challenges, build practical coping strategies, and work toward emotional wellbeing, confidence, and clarity. I am culturally aware, spiritually respectful, and can incorporate a Christian approach upon request.
I tailor therapy to your needs using evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, person-centred, trauma-focused, compassion-focused, motivational interviewing, culturally sensitive, coaching, and Christian counselling when requested.
Adolescents and adults feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, parenting, grief, stress, burnout, or life transitions. Many come to counselling feeling unheard, stuck, or unsure how to cope. I provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we explore challenges, build practical coping strategies, and work toward emotional wellbeing, confidence, and clarity. I am culturally aware, spiritually respectful, and can incorporate a Christian approach upon request.
I offer holistic mental health care with Medicare rebates available (out-of-pocket cost $70.50). I specialise in supporting adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, panic, intrusive thoughts, low mood, nervous system dysregulation & trauma-related concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative & evidence-based, & takes a whole-person approach to therapy with the goal of supporting the Mind, Body & Nervous system. I also place a strong focus on understanding the bigger picture and how stress, life experiences, relationships, physical health and the nervous system interact to influence wellbeing.
I offer holistic mental health care with Medicare rebates available (out-of-pocket cost $70.50). I specialise in supporting adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, panic, intrusive thoughts, low mood, nervous system dysregulation & trauma-related concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative & evidence-based, & takes a whole-person approach to therapy with the goal of supporting the Mind, Body & Nervous system. I also place a strong focus on understanding the bigger picture and how stress, life experiences, relationships, physical health and the nervous system interact to influence wellbeing.
I work holistically to understand the whole context of what brings people to this point in their life. I work with individuals couples and families to work through the root cause of the pain and work forwards with them to find healing and develop practical skills to not just manage difficulties but thrive and live their best life. I understand this may be very difficult. I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss. I have a passion for helping survivors, especially male survivors of abuse and trauma and helping people free themselves from shame.
I work holistically to understand the whole context of what brings people to this point in their life. I work with individuals couples and families to work through the root cause of the pain and work forwards with them to find healing and develop practical skills to not just manage difficulties but thrive and live their best life. I understand this may be very difficult. I have extensive experience in trauma, grief, working with suicidal ideation and people experiencing suicide loss. I have a passion for helping survivors, especially male survivors of abuse and trauma and helping people free themselves from shame.
Using a blend of approaches like schema therapy, DBT, and EMDR, I help you get to the root of long-standing patterns—especially the ones that leave you feeling stuck, not good enough, or overwhelmed.
I work with people who are juggling a lot—whether it's the lasting impact of childhood or past trauma, ongoing anxiety, or the day-to-day stress of parenting and relationships. You might be someone who tends to take on a lot, who strives to stay in control or meet high expectations, even when it feels exhausting. To others, you may appear outwardly successful but internally feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. If you're looking for a space to better understand yourself, let go of unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life, we may be a good fit.
Using a blend of approaches like schema therapy, DBT, and EMDR, I help you get to the root of long-standing patterns—especially the ones that leave you feeling stuck, not good enough, or overwhelmed.
I work with people who are juggling a lot—whether it's the lasting impact of childhood or past trauma, ongoing anxiety, or the day-to-day stress of parenting and relationships. You might be someone who tends to take on a lot, who strives to stay in control or meet high expectations, even when it feels exhausting. To others, you may appear outwardly successful but internally feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. If you're looking for a space to better understand yourself, let go of unhelpful patterns, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life, we may be a good fit.
As a specialised Child and Adolescent Counsellor, I am passionate about supporting young people through challenges that may impact their mental and emotional wellbeing. With an understanding of the mind-body connection, I work collaboratively to help them build self-awareness, resilience and healthy coping skills in a safe, welcoming space where they feel heard and understood.
As a specialised Child and Adolescent Counsellor, I am passionate about supporting young people through challenges that may impact their mental and emotional wellbeing. With an understanding of the mind-body connection, I work collaboratively to help them build self-awareness, resilience and healthy coping skills in a safe, welcoming space where they feel heard and understood.
She draws on various therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Inference-Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I-CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and mindfulness-based therapy.
Kerry is a neuroaffirming psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, work–life balance challenges, and complex mental health conditions such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. She has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, and she has experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
She draws on various therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Inference-Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (I-CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), and mindfulness-based therapy.
Kerry is a neuroaffirming psychologist who works with adolescents and adults across a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, work–life balance challenges, and complex mental health conditions such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. She has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD and Autism, and she has experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I maintain strong experience and therapeutic skills informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and play therapy.
Hello and welcome to Calm Cove Therapy! At times, it can feel like you are in a constant battle. My mission is to empower you (or your loved one) to navigate life's tumultuous seas with grace and resilience, finding calm amidst the chaos. I have a very warm, genuine and empathetic approach towards anyone that walks through the door. I am passionate about helping others heal and become the most authentic version of themselves through powerful use of therapy. This can aid with understanding, embracing, and accepting why we are the way we are and how we can create a balanced life that is meaningful and fulfilling.
I maintain strong experience and therapeutic skills informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and play therapy.
Hello and welcome to Calm Cove Therapy! At times, it can feel like you are in a constant battle. My mission is to empower you (or your loved one) to navigate life's tumultuous seas with grace and resilience, finding calm amidst the chaos. I have a very warm, genuine and empathetic approach towards anyone that walks through the door. I am passionate about helping others heal and become the most authentic version of themselves through powerful use of therapy. This can aid with understanding, embracing, and accepting why we are the way we are and how we can create a balanced life that is meaningful and fulfilling.
Reaching out for counselling often takes courage. Many people seek support when life feels overwhelming, relationships feel strained, or they find themselves caught in cycles of worry or unhelpful thinking patterns.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can talk about what’s happening in your life without fear of judgement. Together, we work at your pace to understand thought patterns, emotions, and behaviours, process difficult experiences, and develop practical strategies and tools to help you feel more grounded and confident.
Reaching out for counselling often takes courage. Many people seek support when life feels overwhelming, relationships feel strained, or they find themselves caught in cycles of worry or unhelpful thinking patterns.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can talk about what’s happening in your life without fear of judgement. Together, we work at your pace to understand thought patterns, emotions, and behaviours, process difficult experiences, and develop practical strategies and tools to help you feel more grounded and confident.
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I utilise a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and exposure based approaches to trauma including Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist that enjoys working with a diverse range of groups. My main areas of experience and expertise include helping those managing difficult relationships with narcissistic or high conflict personalities, trauma, including PTSD and Complex-PTSD and personality disorders, specifically those with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Additionally, I work across areas including domestic violence, grief, and individuals with serious health conditions including cancer.
I utilise a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and exposure based approaches to trauma including Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist that enjoys working with a diverse range of groups. My main areas of experience and expertise include helping those managing difficult relationships with narcissistic or high conflict personalities, trauma, including PTSD and Complex-PTSD and personality disorders, specifically those with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Additionally, I work across areas including domestic violence, grief, and individuals with serious health conditions including cancer.
I use evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, DBT) to help you respond differently to thoughts, emotions, and situations.
I work with individuals aged 16 and above who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, OCD, or the effects of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift—such as overthinking, intrusive thoughts, avoidance, or feeling constantly on edge. You might be someone who appears to be coping on the outside but feels overwhelmed internally, or someone who has tried to manage things on your own but is finding it increasingly exhausting. I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will make sense of what is maintaining your current difficulties and identify clear, manage steps forward.
I use evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, DBT) to help you respond differently to thoughts, emotions, and situations.
I work with individuals aged 16 and above who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, OCD, or the effects of trauma. Many of my clients feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift—such as overthinking, intrusive thoughts, avoidance, or feeling constantly on edge. You might be someone who appears to be coping on the outside but feels overwhelmed internally, or someone who has tried to manage things on your own but is finding it increasingly exhausting. I take a collaborative approach to therapy. Together, we will make sense of what is maintaining your current difficulties and identify clear, manage steps forward.
We are a South Australian psychology practice who provide clinical services across the lifespan. We aim to help people negotiate life’s journey with a sense of well being, positive self-concept, connected relationships and the capacity to manage stressors.
We offer individual therapy as well as therapy with couples and families. We have a diverse range of skilled clinicians offering a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your needs.
We also offer assessment services including amongst others, autism and ADHD assessments, adaptive functioning and cognitive/educational assessments.
We are a South Australian psychology practice who provide clinical services across the lifespan. We aim to help people negotiate life’s journey with a sense of well being, positive self-concept, connected relationships and the capacity to manage stressors.
We offer individual therapy as well as therapy with couples and families. We have a diverse range of skilled clinicians offering a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet your needs.
We also offer assessment services including amongst others, autism and ADHD assessments, adaptive functioning and cognitive/educational assessments.
Would you like to know if you have autistic traits? Would you like to have information on your ability to connect with people and to express empathy? Have you been wondering about your ability to concentrate and to follow through on tasks? We offer fast and confidential assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD.
Would you like to know if you have autistic traits? Would you like to have information on your ability to connect with people and to express empathy? Have you been wondering about your ability to concentrate and to follow through on tasks? We offer fast and confidential assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD.
Relationships difficult? Feeling lonely or lost? Tired of feeling less than? You need compassion and understanding, not another set of instructions that work for others. Therapy can help you change how you feel, live your potential and move on from past experiences. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
Relationships difficult? Feeling lonely or lost? Tired of feeling less than? You need compassion and understanding, not another set of instructions that work for others. Therapy can help you change how you feel, live your potential and move on from past experiences. It can be difficult to find a space to reflect and I offer a secure, non-judgemental, confidential environment, where together we can find that space. I am very patient and understand that taking that first step towards counselling, and beginning to make changes can be very difficult and I'll do my very best to support you. PACFA, BACP & ACTO Memberships.
Why should I talk to you, Psych Sami and Co.?
Sometimes the difficulties of life can just become too much to manage on our own, and we all need someone to talk to.
Psych Sami & Co, have spent much time working as therapists, counsellors and Psychologists on helplines around Australia and private practices. Sami discovered there is a need for more immediate, uncomplicated and faster access to a therapist.
Why should I talk to you, Psych Sami and Co.?
Sometimes the difficulties of life can just become too much to manage on our own, and we all need someone to talk to.
Psych Sami & Co, have spent much time working as therapists, counsellors and Psychologists on helplines around Australia and private practices. Sami discovered there is a need for more immediate, uncomplicated and faster access to a therapist.
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including the Internal Family System (IFS), Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
My name is Melissa, and I’m a credentialed therapist in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients work through a variety of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, and intimacy-related issues. My approach to therapy is centred on treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I firmly believe in the power of tailoring our sessions to fit your individual needs. My experience extends across a wide range of areas, including addictions, depression, trauma relationship and family issues, self-esteem, and managing stress as a caregiver.
My approach blends person‑centred counselling, Mindfulness‑Integrated DBT skills and Jungian perspectives to help adults understand themselves more clearly and respond to life with greater choice.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent fifteen years in the mining and construction industries, which deepened my respect for resilience, honesty and human connection. Feeling a strong pull to support people more directly, I returned to study and completed a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Psychology and certification in advanced Hypnotherapy.
My approach blends person‑centred counselling, Mindfulness‑Integrated DBT skills and Jungian perspectives to help adults understand themselves more clearly and respond to life with greater choice.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent fifteen years in the mining and construction industries, which deepened my respect for resilience, honesty and human connection. Feeling a strong pull to support people more directly, I returned to study and completed a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Psychology and certification in advanced Hypnotherapy.
It can be overwhelming and daunting to find a therapist who understands you, your story and your life. You don’t want the “cookie cutter”answers or quick fixes because it feeds into the dissatisfaction and feelings of being unheard.
It can be overwhelming and daunting to find a therapist who understands you, your story and your life. You don’t want the “cookie cutter”answers or quick fixes because it feeds into the dissatisfaction and feelings of being unheard.
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.