Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Inkerman Street, Saint Kilda, VIC 3182
Let's Connect (03) 7003 2457
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with current availability on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing the effects of traumatic or stressful life events (current or historical) and hope to better understand their inner world, develop tools for regulating their emotions, and feel more confident in navigating life's challenges. I am committed to providing gender and neurodivergent affirming care and creating a safe space for those who wish to explore their identities, cultivate self-compassion and feel empowered to live life as their most authentic selves.
I have over 13 years of clinical experience and am highly skilled at helping people with issues such as low mood, anxiety, PTSD, stress, low self esteem, grief and interpersonal challenges. I specialise in trauma-focused therapy and integrate a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including EMDR, IFS, parts-work, psychodynamic therapy, ACT and CBT.
I offer a containing and non-judgemental space where you can safely share and make sense of your experiences. My therapeutic style is warm, authentic and collaborative, and I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy. Please do not hesitate to contact me to see if I might be the right fit for you.
Call or Email Dr Tanja Takala now for a free 15 minute consultation - (03) 7003 2457
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $260
- Pay by Bank transfer
Insurance
- Medicare Rebates
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you Email
Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Tanja Takala
- Degree/Diploma from Dublin Business School in School of Arts (BSc (Hons)) Psychology / 2011
- Degree/Diploma from Kings College London in Institute of Psychiatry (MSc) Mental Health Studies / 2012
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, University of East London, Graduated 2018
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (03) 7003 2457
Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
Practice Areas
- ADHD
- Autism
- Bereavement
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trans, non-binary and gender divergent individuals
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (03) 7003 2457
Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centred
- Psychodynamic
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (03) 7003 2457
Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Location
Nearby Areas
Regions
Call for a free consultation now - (03) 7003 2457
Dr Tanja Takala
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych