Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychologists and Therapists in Mitcham, SA
I offer a calm, steady presence and use ACT, somatic and trauma‑informed approaches to help you understand your emotions, regulate your nervous system and reconnect with what matters most.
I offer a safe place to unpack any painful or traumatic experiences, giving your heart and mind relief from the weight of unspoken realities. Many clients have told me I’m the first counsellor they’ve felt truly honest with, and I hold that trust with deep respect. We will take steady steps toward a life that feels more aligned and meaningful for you.
I offer a calm, steady presence and use ACT, somatic and trauma‑informed approaches to help you understand your emotions, regulate your nervous system and reconnect with what matters most.
I offer a safe place to unpack any painful or traumatic experiences, giving your heart and mind relief from the weight of unspoken realities. Many clients have told me I’m the first counsellor they’ve felt truly honest with, and I hold that trust with deep respect. We will take steady steps toward a life that feels more aligned and meaningful for you.
I work using a collaborative and strengths-based counselling approach utilising a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focussed Brief Intervention, Interpersonal Counselling and Grief and Loss work within a trauma informed approach.
I am an experienced counsellor and social worker with a focus on relationship counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families to build upon their strengths and empower them to improve their emotional wellbeing to develop fulfilling and meaningful lives. Everyone’s story is different, and I value building trust and working alongside clients in a way that feels respectful and real. I love supporting couples to strengthen their friendship, rebuild trust and share their life goals and dreams.
I work using a collaborative and strengths-based counselling approach utilising a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Solution Focussed Brief Intervention, Interpersonal Counselling and Grief and Loss work within a trauma informed approach.
I am an experienced counsellor and social worker with a focus on relationship counselling. I work with individuals, couples and families to build upon their strengths and empower them to improve their emotional wellbeing to develop fulfilling and meaningful lives. Everyone’s story is different, and I value building trust and working alongside clients in a way that feels respectful and real. I love supporting couples to strengthen their friendship, rebuild trust and share their life goals and dreams.
Founded the first training program for Marriage Counselling in the ACT; Co-founder of the SA Family Therapy Association.
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
Founded the first training program for Marriage Counselling in the ACT; Co-founder of the SA Family Therapy Association.
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
I specialise in Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Welcome to Sacred Pathways Counselling! I am a compassionate and caring Counsellor with a diverse career centred on empowering people to be agents of change in their own lives and stories. As both a counsellor and dementia doula, I work with individuals and families living with dementia, as well as those experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I support clients in finding hope and new ways of meaning making.
I specialise in Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Welcome to Sacred Pathways Counselling! I am a compassionate and caring Counsellor with a diverse career centred on empowering people to be agents of change in their own lives and stories. As both a counsellor and dementia doula, I work with individuals and families living with dementia, as well as those experiencing grief and loss, anxiety, depression and trauma. I support clients in finding hope and new ways of meaning making.
I aim to create a safe environment for clients to talk, and for them to feel they are being heard and understood. Clients may then want to:- learn to manage feelings and thought life, regain control after a traumatic incident, relate better to people, be more at ease with themselves and life, process regrets of the past or anxieties of the future, process past experiences impacting the present, navigate grief, gain tools to conduct healthy and safe relationships, communicate effectively, explore who they are and what they want in life, have trust and intimacy restored in a relationship, explore life’s issues of spirituality….etc.
I aim to create a safe environment for clients to talk, and for them to feel they are being heard and understood. Clients may then want to:- learn to manage feelings and thought life, regain control after a traumatic incident, relate better to people, be more at ease with themselves and life, process regrets of the past or anxieties of the future, process past experiences impacting the present, navigate grief, gain tools to conduct healthy and safe relationships, communicate effectively, explore who they are and what they want in life, have trust and intimacy restored in a relationship, explore life’s issues of spirituality….etc.
Using Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance Commitment, Psychodynamic & Expressive techniques, highly effective for treating anxiety-mediated issues, therapy involves exploring personal issues via talking and creative expression to help you gain insight into your problems, and develop new perspectives and strategies that support a process of positive change.
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers. Severe anxiety and the challenges of modern life can induce physical symptoms, disrupt work and academic study, cause social, intimate partner and family stress, and are linked to many mental health conditions. If problematic anxiety or related life issues are holding you back, I can help you to develop new skills and insights that will enable you to navigate life's challenges so you can identify and do what matters most to you in your life.
Using Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance Commitment, Psychodynamic & Expressive techniques, highly effective for treating anxiety-mediated issues, therapy involves exploring personal issues via talking and creative expression to help you gain insight into your problems, and develop new perspectives and strategies that support a process of positive change.
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers. Severe anxiety and the challenges of modern life can induce physical symptoms, disrupt work and academic study, cause social, intimate partner and family stress, and are linked to many mental health conditions. If problematic anxiety or related life issues are holding you back, I can help you to develop new skills and insights that will enable you to navigate life's challenges so you can identify and do what matters most to you in your life.
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.
I have over 6 years’ experience delivering psychological therapy and draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
You may be seeking support because things feel harder to manage, whether this shows up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Sometimes we can look like we are coping on the outside while feeling stuck or exhausted internally.
I offer a warm, collaborative therapy space to help you make sense of your experiences and work toward meaningful change. I support adults and young people with anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship concerns, self-worth, grief and life transitions.
I have over 6 years’ experience delivering psychological therapy and draw from CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and EMDR.
You may be seeking support because things feel harder to manage, whether this shows up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself. Sometimes we can look like we are coping on the outside while feeling stuck or exhausted internally.
I offer a warm, collaborative therapy space to help you make sense of your experiences and work toward meaningful change. I support adults and young people with anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment and relationship concerns, self-worth, grief and life transitions.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, work stress, burnout, or a major life change. You may feel stuck, exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from the life you want to be living.
My aim is to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we can explore the challenges you're facing, gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with greater confidence and wellbeing.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming—whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, chronic pain, work stress, burnout, or a major life change. You may feel stuck, exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from the life you want to be living.
My aim is to provide a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard and understood. Together, we can explore the challenges you're facing, gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with greater confidence and wellbeing.
You know relationships are important. When they are not working out, the pain can be overwhelming. You feel stuck because as a trained helping professional you expect more of yourself and your partner. It is so difficult to even begin to consider getting help when you also work in health care or mental health! It is not like you are willing to see just anyone! You know the research tips to improve the relationship, but you just can't seem to apply them at home. That hurts! You understand it might have something to do with a difficult past or trauma but that does not help you to manage the conflict. You start to feel despairing.
You know relationships are important. When they are not working out, the pain can be overwhelming. You feel stuck because as a trained helping professional you expect more of yourself and your partner. It is so difficult to even begin to consider getting help when you also work in health care or mental health! It is not like you are willing to see just anyone! You know the research tips to improve the relationship, but you just can't seem to apply them at home. That hurts! You understand it might have something to do with a difficult past or trauma but that does not help you to manage the conflict. You start to feel despairing.
As a flexible therapist I utilise many approaches & specialise in ACT which changes your relationship to your thoughts/feelings/urges/sensations/memories & enhances your ability to be present; choose your response; direct energy into acting on values/doing what matters to you.
If you're considering therapy you're likely entertaining the possibility of change! Many clients have a sense of feeling 'stuck' - that what they've been doing isn't sustainable - old coping/survival strategies aren't workable and use up valuable energy, e.g.. avoidance of/distracting from/suppressing/whiteknuckling/ruminating on: thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, urges, images, memories. These maintain negative cycles, keep our emotional brain vigilant to 'threat' and our nervous system mobilised in a stress response. What if we could imagine a future we'd like to participate in, regardless of what's showing up in the present?
As a flexible therapist I utilise many approaches & specialise in ACT which changes your relationship to your thoughts/feelings/urges/sensations/memories & enhances your ability to be present; choose your response; direct energy into acting on values/doing what matters to you.
If you're considering therapy you're likely entertaining the possibility of change! Many clients have a sense of feeling 'stuck' - that what they've been doing isn't sustainable - old coping/survival strategies aren't workable and use up valuable energy, e.g.. avoidance of/distracting from/suppressing/whiteknuckling/ruminating on: thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations, urges, images, memories. These maintain negative cycles, keep our emotional brain vigilant to 'threat' and our nervous system mobilised in a stress response. What if we could imagine a future we'd like to participate in, regardless of what's showing up in the present?
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My clients arrive feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying too much for too long. They may feel they’ve tried everything, be struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, body image concerns, or major life transitions.
Many clients come to me feeling like they are functioning on the outside but struggling internally — caught in cycles of worry, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They may be tired of surviving and ready to understand why they feel this way and create meaningful change.
Director: APR Psychology:
My clients arrive feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying too much for too long. They may feel they’ve tried everything, be struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, body image concerns, or major life transitions.
Many clients come to me feeling like they are functioning on the outside but struggling internally — caught in cycles of worry, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They may be tired of surviving and ready to understand why they feel this way and create meaningful change.
Whilst I draw from Acceptance & Commitment, Mindfulness, Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioural therapeutic modalities, my counselling is eclectic in nature.
Guys...if stress, anxiety, or addiction has you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or lost...you’re not alone. I get how hard it can be to reach out—especially when opening up to mates or family feels too close to home. It’s easy to push through, hoping things will change—but often that only makes things harder.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Whether you need addiction counselling or support for life’s challenges, I’m here to help. Real change and a better future is within reach—one where you feel more in control, more like yourself again. I’m here to walk that path with you. If you're ready , let’s talk.
Whilst I draw from Acceptance & Commitment, Mindfulness, Solution Focused and Cognitive Behavioural therapeutic modalities, my counselling is eclectic in nature.
Guys...if stress, anxiety, or addiction has you feeling stuck, unmotivated, or lost...you’re not alone. I get how hard it can be to reach out—especially when opening up to mates or family feels too close to home. It’s easy to push through, hoping things will change—but often that only makes things harder.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Whether you need addiction counselling or support for life’s challenges, I’m here to help. Real change and a better future is within reach—one where you feel more in control, more like yourself again. I’m here to walk that path with you. If you're ready , let’s talk.
My understanding of a wide scope of issues is informed by many years in social work, in counselling and through lived experience. Most of my clients come via word of mouth from former or current clients. Clients can always expect to be shown respect, never judged & never be told what to do. All people have individual needs, problems and therefore ways in which they are worked through. When clients feel no hope, I hold the hope for them. Life can be more than difficult sometimes and it is important to realise that seeking help is a sign of strength.
My understanding of a wide scope of issues is informed by many years in social work, in counselling and through lived experience. Most of my clients come via word of mouth from former or current clients. Clients can always expect to be shown respect, never judged & never be told what to do. All people have individual needs, problems and therefore ways in which they are worked through. When clients feel no hope, I hold the hope for them. Life can be more than difficult sometimes and it is important to realise that seeking help is a sign of strength.
I respond best to messages / emails kindly. :)
Amrita Trivedi is an experienced and compassionate Accredited Mental Health Social Worker dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing. Holding a master’s degree from Flinders University and with extensive experience at an Aboriginal NGO, Amrita specializes in provisional diagnosis, therapy intervention, and trauma- informed care. She also has her private practice “Sacred Narratives” to extend her supportive services to a broader community.
I respond best to messages / emails kindly. :)
Amrita Trivedi is an experienced and compassionate Accredited Mental Health Social Worker dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing. Holding a master’s degree from Flinders University and with extensive experience at an Aboriginal NGO, Amrita specializes in provisional diagnosis, therapy intervention, and trauma- informed care. She also has her private practice “Sacred Narratives” to extend her supportive services to a broader community.
I support children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and emotion-focused approaches, always tailored to your individual needs.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, the impact of past or recent trauma, relationship difficulties, or a growing sense that life feels harder than it should. You might be seeking clarity about yourself, your child, or your situation and wanting practical support that actually makes a difference. Many of the people I work with are looking for understanding as much as solutions. They want a safe, calm space where they can make sense of their experiences, feel genuinely heard, and develop skills to cope more effectively.
I support children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and emotion-focused approaches, always tailored to your individual needs.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, you’re not alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, the impact of past or recent trauma, relationship difficulties, or a growing sense that life feels harder than it should. You might be seeking clarity about yourself, your child, or your situation and wanting practical support that actually makes a difference. Many of the people I work with are looking for understanding as much as solutions. They want a safe, calm space where they can make sense of their experiences, feel genuinely heard, and develop skills to cope more effectively.
The therapies I use most include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Narrative Therapy.
Many people living with complex trauma, anxiety, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ minority stress come to therapy believing there's something "wrong" with them. We can struggle for a lifetime in our attempts to "fix" ourselves and our lives. But what if the basic premise isn't true? My practice is grounded in the belief that you've responded to your life exactly as anyone else would, given what you've been through. In our work, I'll support you to understand the impact of past experiences, commit to new ways of responding and relating, and move with courage toward what truly matters to you.
The therapies I use most include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Narrative Therapy.
Many people living with complex trauma, anxiety, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ minority stress come to therapy believing there's something "wrong" with them. We can struggle for a lifetime in our attempts to "fix" ourselves and our lives. But what if the basic premise isn't true? My practice is grounded in the belief that you've responded to your life exactly as anyone else would, given what you've been through. In our work, I'll support you to understand the impact of past experiences, commit to new ways of responding and relating, and move with courage toward what truly matters to you.
My approach draws on Schema Therapy, CBT, ACT and Solution-Focused techniques tailored to each client.
You're capable, self-aware, and you've done a lot of living — but somewhere along the way, things stopped feeling right. My clients are often professionals navigating workplace stress and burnout, women in midlife renegotiating identity through perimenopause and menopause, and people who keep noticing the same patterns in their relationships and want to understand where they come from. Many are holding everything together for everyone else while quietly struggling inside.
My approach draws on Schema Therapy, CBT, ACT and Solution-Focused techniques tailored to each client.
You're capable, self-aware, and you've done a lot of living — but somewhere along the way, things stopped feeling right. My clients are often professionals navigating workplace stress and burnout, women in midlife renegotiating identity through perimenopause and menopause, and people who keep noticing the same patterns in their relationships and want to understand where they come from. Many are holding everything together for everyone else while quietly struggling inside.
I get it…life can be, well, hectic! When faced with additional challenges such as depression, anxiety, infertility, loss, grief, relationship issues, (I could go on), it can become overwhelming. Sometimes it feels tricky navigating these situations, and so I would love to help you work through any tough times whilst maintaining the right sort of balance for you.
I get it…life can be, well, hectic! When faced with additional challenges such as depression, anxiety, infertility, loss, grief, relationship issues, (I could go on), it can become overwhelming. Sometimes it feels tricky navigating these situations, and so I would love to help you work through any tough times whilst maintaining the right sort of balance for you.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.