Hobart
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Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW

Saria J Phillips

Social Worker, MA, AMHSW (she, her)

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2 Endorsed
49a Molle Street, Hobart, TAS 7000
(03) 6173 7336
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Hello and welcome! I want to take a moment to acknowledge the strength it takes to reach out for support. Whether you’re here to understand yourself better, navigate challenges, find some peace of mind, or work through relationship dynamics as a couple or family, seeking help is a powerful step toward growth and healing. It’s not always easy, but it’s a big commitment to making positive change. This space is for you, and we’ll move forward at a pace that feels right for everyone involved. I’m here to listen, guide, and support you as you navigate this journey—wherever it may take you.
I'm experienced in providing individual, couple and family therapy and use a range of evidenced based therapies including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Internal Family Systems therapy, Emotionally Focused therapy, ACT, CBT and can incorporate creative techniques such as narrative therapy, sandtray work and visual arts. I also offer clinical supervision.
I work holistically and acknowledge both the challenges being experienced, and the resilience and strengths that are also inherent in each of us. Even when those seeking support feel like they have lost confidence that change is possible, I approach every therapy session with hope and a commitment to support healing and recovery.
Call or Saria J Phillips now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 6173 7336

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

49a Molle Street

Hobart, TAS 7000 map

 (03) 6173 7336
Based in Hobart/nipaluna in Tasmania, i offer in person and telehealth sessions. evening sessions available.
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (03) 6173 7336
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

49a Molle Street

Hobart, TAS 7000 map

 (03) 6173 7336
Based in Hobart/nipaluna in Tasmania, i offer in person and telehealth sessions. evening sessions available.
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $220
  • Couple Sessions $250

Payment Methods

Electronic Funds Transfer, Visa

Insurance

  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Bupa
  • Defence Health
  • Medibank Private
  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
  • Police Health
  • Teachers Health
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I am accredited to provide Medicare rebates through Mental Health Care Plans, Eating Disorder Management Plans, and NDIS-funded family sessions. While Medicare doesn't cover couples or family therapy, some private health funds may offer coverage for these services. Please check with your provider.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336
"
I am accredited to provide Medicare rebates through Mental Health Care Plans, Eating Disorder Management Plans, and NDIS-funded family sessions. While Medicare doesn't cover couples or family therapy, some private health funds may offer coverage for these services. Please check with your provider.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Saria J Phillips

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Bachelor of Social Work , Bachelor degree, Graduated 2005

    • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Latrobe University in Bouverie Center Masters in clinical family therapy / 2022
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I'm a family therapist with a Master's degree from the Bouverie centre, Latrobe University and an accredited mental health social worker, with a Bachelor's degree from University of Tasmania.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336
"
I'm a family therapist with a Master's degree from the Bouverie centre, Latrobe University and an accredited mental health social worker, with a Bachelor's degree from University of Tasmania.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Some of the areas I can support you with include navigating grief, trauma, and life changes, improving communication, managing anxiety, and addressing emotional dysregulation. Whether you're struggling with disconnection in relationships or looking to build resilience, I offer a warm, personalised approach to help you heal, grow, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336
"
Some of the areas I can support you with include navigating grief, trauma, and life changes, improving communication, managing anxiety, and addressing emotional dysregulation. Whether you're struggling with disconnection in relationships or looking to build resilience, I offer a warm, personalised approach to help you heal, grow, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336

2 Endorsements

Renee Valentino
Renee Valentino
Psychologist, MAPS
Saria is an incredibly gifted clinician who looks to uncover the unique worth of the individual and family to help create shifts when people are stuck, and growth in areas needed for people and family groups to better understand and nurture their needs.
Laura Davis Sexologist
Laura Davis Sexologist
Counsellor, ACA-L2
I highly recommend Saria as a compassionate, skilled therapist. They create a safe, supportive space and bring insight, empathy, and professionalism to their work. Clients are in excellent hands with Saria's thoughtful, client-centered approach.

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Queer Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Sandplay
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
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As a family and couples' therapist I use emotion focused & integrative systemic therapies. I am trauma informed, and trained in EMDR, ACT, IFS , DBT, FBT, ABFT, CBT & I use creative methods such as narrative therapy and sand tray projective tools. Individual & couples' sessions are typically 60mins, 90mins for family therapy.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336
"
As a family and couples' therapist I use emotion focused & integrative systemic therapies. I am trauma informed, and trained in EMDR, ACT, IFS , DBT, FBT, ABFT, CBT & I use creative methods such as narrative therapy and sand tray projective tools. Individual & couples' sessions are typically 60mins, 90mins for family therapy.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (03) 6173 7336

Location

Primary Location

49a Molle Street

Hobart, TAS 7000

(03) 6173 7336

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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Based in Hobart/nipaluna in Tasmania, i offer in person and telehealth sessions. evening sessions available.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 6173 7336
"
Based in Hobart/nipaluna in Tasmania, i offer in person and telehealth sessions. evening sessions available.
Photo of Saria J Phillips, Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Saria J Phillips
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 6173 7336