Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Semaphore, SA
What fuels my passion is the belief that every person has the potential for change and resilience, even in the face of adversity. My work is informed by an in-depth understanding of human behaviour grounded in cognitive and affective neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and other therapeutic modalities. I am dedicated to creating an environment where clients feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered to take the necessary steps to improve their mental, emotional and overall health and well-being.
What fuels my passion is the belief that every person has the potential for change and resilience, even in the face of adversity. My work is informed by an in-depth understanding of human behaviour grounded in cognitive and affective neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and other therapeutic modalities. I am dedicated to creating an environment where clients feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered to take the necessary steps to improve their mental, emotional and overall health and well-being.
My greatest passion is in helping others to find peace, fulfilment and meaning. My approach is person-centred, non-judgmental and collaborative. I am a trained and qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist. My therapeutic approach is one which integrates elements of several modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness.
My greatest passion is in helping others to find peace, fulfilment and meaning. My approach is person-centred, non-judgmental and collaborative. I am a trained and qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist. My therapeutic approach is one which integrates elements of several modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness.
I also provide ADHD screening services and facilitate OnTrac, an online group therapy programs for teens and adults living with ADHD across Australia, in partnership with the ADHD Foundation of Australia.
I’m Amy, an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, and a local Largs mum with lived experience of parenting, partnering, and living with neurodiversity. I combine evidence based therapy with real world understanding to support people through a wide range of life challenges.
My approach is trauma informed and neuroaffirming, drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities to support individuals, couples, and families. I have experience working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and work life balance pressures, and I bring particular expertise in couples and family work.
I also provide ADHD screening services and facilitate OnTrac, an online group therapy programs for teens and adults living with ADHD across Australia, in partnership with the ADHD Foundation of Australia.
I’m Amy, an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, and a local Largs mum with lived experience of parenting, partnering, and living with neurodiversity. I combine evidence based therapy with real world understanding to support people through a wide range of life challenges.
My approach is trauma informed and neuroaffirming, drawing on a range of therapeutic modalities to support individuals, couples, and families. I have experience working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, and work life balance pressures, and I bring particular expertise in couples and family work.
I work with young adults navigating this challenging transitional phase.
I provide a relaxed, confidential space to explore what's creating distress, preventing you from feeling fulfilled or causing difficulties in life & relationships. We explore the impact of life experiences on you, your behaviours & perceptions, your community & your challenges. With this insight, you can then work out what you want in life & how you want to be, giving you choice. Using evidence-based neurobiological and emotion focused, experiential interventions we'll process what’s happening to you, explore your resources & strengths & develop further skills to manage your challenges.
I work with young adults navigating this challenging transitional phase.
I provide a relaxed, confidential space to explore what's creating distress, preventing you from feeling fulfilled or causing difficulties in life & relationships. We explore the impact of life experiences on you, your behaviours & perceptions, your community & your challenges. With this insight, you can then work out what you want in life & how you want to be, giving you choice. Using evidence-based neurobiological and emotion focused, experiential interventions we'll process what’s happening to you, explore your resources & strengths & develop further skills to manage your challenges.
Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
Everyone has their own strengths and potentials - often all you need is a leg-up to help reach for them. We experience life differently, too. One person's anger, trauma, grief or self-doubt is not the same as the next person's. My interests in animals, nature and outdoor sports taught me to value the whole person; mind, body, heart and intuition. So you won't have to perform in any way. Each session is designed for you, based on Master’s degree-level expertise, evidence-based approaches, compassion, respect and experience.
Everyone has their own strengths and potentials - often all you need is a leg-up to help reach for them. We experience life differently, too. One person's anger, trauma, grief or self-doubt is not the same as the next person's. My interests in animals, nature and outdoor sports taught me to value the whole person; mind, body, heart and intuition. So you won't have to perform in any way. Each session is designed for you, based on Master’s degree-level expertise, evidence-based approaches, compassion, respect and experience.
I have over 10 years of experience helping adults, children, teens, couples and families in crisis, developmental trauma.
This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
I have over 10 years of experience helping adults, children, teens, couples and families in crisis, developmental trauma.
This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
Adult ADHD/ Autism assessments.
There's an assumption that we should already be great at life, despite not generally being taught the skills to be as effective, confident, emotionally stable or as clear-headed as we want to be. I believe that the right therapist can help your unique brain and nervous system learn those skills in a way that is more easeful and works best for you.
Adult ADHD/ Autism assessments.
There's an assumption that we should already be great at life, despite not generally being taught the skills to be as effective, confident, emotionally stable or as clear-headed as we want to be. I believe that the right therapist can help your unique brain and nervous system learn those skills in a way that is more easeful and works best for you.
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Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
I have worked across sectors including domestic violence, rape & sexual assault, child, adolescent & adult community mental health, youth justice, hospitals, public & private practice.
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to collaboratively support you through developmental, identity, behavioural, mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of intersectionality and psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
I have worked across sectors including domestic violence, rape & sexual assault, child, adolescent & adult community mental health, youth justice, hospitals, public & private practice.
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to collaboratively support you through developmental, identity, behavioural, mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of intersectionality and psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and unresolved past experiences.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and unresolved past experiences.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
My ideal client is someone who is neurodivergent and ready to build a life that accommodates their actual sensory and emotional needs. Those dealing with autistic burnout, complex masking exhaustion, executive function needs, and neurodivergent identity exploration. I also welcome carers and family/significant people in their lives who are working through the complexities of building meaningful cross-neurotype connections that are not based on assumptions. People seeking to connect with their values and actions understanding that life is complicated. I hold personal insight and lived experience into neurodivergent realities.
My ideal client is someone who is neurodivergent and ready to build a life that accommodates their actual sensory and emotional needs. Those dealing with autistic burnout, complex masking exhaustion, executive function needs, and neurodivergent identity exploration. I also welcome carers and family/significant people in their lives who are working through the complexities of building meaningful cross-neurotype connections that are not based on assumptions. People seeking to connect with their values and actions understanding that life is complicated. I hold personal insight and lived experience into neurodivergent realities.
Have you felt like you're living in a world that wasn't designed for you? Wondering about autism, ADHD, or something else? Perhaps you're beginning to lean into a newly discovered queer identity? Or maybe you'd like support in resisting the normative pressures of a world that doesn't always welcome your beautifully complex and multi-faceted self. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the many layers of your experience, and re-author the narrative in ways that feel more aligned with who you are and how you prefer to be.
Have you felt like you're living in a world that wasn't designed for you? Wondering about autism, ADHD, or something else? Perhaps you're beginning to lean into a newly discovered queer identity? Or maybe you'd like support in resisting the normative pressures of a world that doesn't always welcome your beautifully complex and multi-faceted self. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the many layers of your experience, and re-author the narrative in ways that feel more aligned with who you are and how you prefer to be.
I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in challenging life situations.
I will meet you where you are, with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My role is not to judge or “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you make sense of what you’ve been through and discover what you need to move forward.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. I work hard to create a safe, calm space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard. Together, we’ll explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you, helping you build insight, self-compassion, and practical tools to manage life’s challenges.
I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in challenging life situations.
I will meet you where you are, with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My role is not to judge or “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you make sense of what you’ve been through and discover what you need to move forward.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. I work hard to create a safe, calm space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard. Together, we’ll explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you, helping you build insight, self-compassion, and practical tools to manage life’s challenges.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Hi. I'm a Sioban Laffey a women's ADHD specialist - who also has AuDHD! Evening Sessions Available. I’m a psychologist with 25 years’ experience and offer ADHD assessments, therapy, and one-off strategy sessions. Many women ask, “Do I have ADHD?” or wonder about therapy vs medication. I offer support with overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), burnout and much more. I use a holistic approach that blends modern research with practical tools. Evening sessions available. Ask your questions on a free 20-min Connection Call today.
Hi. I'm a Sioban Laffey a women's ADHD specialist - who also has AuDHD! Evening Sessions Available. I’m a psychologist with 25 years’ experience and offer ADHD assessments, therapy, and one-off strategy sessions. Many women ask, “Do I have ADHD?” or wonder about therapy vs medication. I offer support with overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), burnout and much more. I use a holistic approach that blends modern research with practical tools. Evening sessions available. Ask your questions on a free 20-min Connection Call today.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection—and our deepest frustration. When you just need help to breakthrough the same old fight and you need clarity. I specialise in helping individuals and couples break free from recurring patterns, rebuild trust, improve communication, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With a Master's degree in Counselling and experience across counselling, family systems, wellbeing support, and chaplaincy, I offer a warm, practical, and compassionate approach that helps people gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and create lasting change in their lives and relationships.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection—and our deepest frustration. When you just need help to breakthrough the same old fight and you need clarity. I specialise in helping individuals and couples break free from recurring patterns, rebuild trust, improve communication, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With a Master's degree in Counselling and experience across counselling, family systems, wellbeing support, and chaplaincy, I offer a warm, practical, and compassionate approach that helps people gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and create lasting change in their lives and relationships.
I have been a registered psychologist in Australia since 2016, working individually with young adults and adults.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
I have been a registered psychologist in Australia since 2016, working individually with young adults and adults.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
Are you a counsellor, psychologist or social worker in Melbourne or working online across Victoriawondering how to make your private practice actually work as a business? You're not alone.Therapists in South Yarra, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond and right across Australia come to me whenthe bookings are inconsistent, the income feels unpredictable, and the business side of practice is taking the joy out of clinical work. I can help you change that.
Are you a counsellor, psychologist or social worker in Melbourne or working online across Victoriawondering how to make your private practice actually work as a business? You're not alone.Therapists in South Yarra, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond and right across Australia come to me whenthe bookings are inconsistent, the income feels unpredictable, and the business side of practice is taking the joy out of clinical work. I can help you change that.
With experience supporting child and adult trauma survivors, client's managing mental health distress, as well as parents, children and families surviving violence, I take time to fully understand each person's support needs, goals, pace and preferences for working together.
I have a passion for working with clients to resolve trauma. Making sense of traumatic experiences, their effect on our mental health and relationships, and processing these safely, allows for us to be our most authentic and integrated self. I also work with individuals, parents and carers supporting their children or loved ones with acute mental health and traumatic experiences.
With experience supporting child and adult trauma survivors, client's managing mental health distress, as well as parents, children and families surviving violence, I take time to fully understand each person's support needs, goals, pace and preferences for working together.
I have a passion for working with clients to resolve trauma. Making sense of traumatic experiences, their effect on our mental health and relationships, and processing these safely, allows for us to be our most authentic and integrated self. I also work with individuals, parents and carers supporting their children or loved ones with acute mental health and traumatic experiences.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Australia hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Psychologists must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist, General Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.