Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychologists and Therapists in Altona Meadows, VIC
I have consulted with a wide range of presentations having worked in both public health and private practice. My experience includes but is not limited to trauma presentations, depression, narcissistic abuse or anxiety. I screen for the likelihood of Autism or ADHD in Adults, for further specialist referral. Consulting under various schemes such as Medicare, Workcover, TAC and NDIS, involves collaboration with other health care professionals ensuring gold standard multidisciplinary care.
I have consulted with a wide range of presentations having worked in both public health and private practice. My experience includes but is not limited to trauma presentations, depression, narcissistic abuse or anxiety. I screen for the likelihood of Autism or ADHD in Adults, for further specialist referral. Consulting under various schemes such as Medicare, Workcover, TAC and NDIS, involves collaboration with other health care professionals ensuring gold standard multidisciplinary care.
Natalie uses evidence-based, client-centred approaches including ACT, CBT, DBT skills, attachment-based, compassion-focused, positive psychology, and strength-based therapy.
Hi! I'm Nat, a Provisional Psychologist with a background in teaching and education, yoga, and lived experience of chronic illness. I support teens and adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or navigating life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a safe space where you can explore what's going on, build practical skills, and move towards meaningful, lasting change. I'd love to support you on your journey.
Natalie uses evidence-based, client-centred approaches including ACT, CBT, DBT skills, attachment-based, compassion-focused, positive psychology, and strength-based therapy.
Hi! I'm Nat, a Provisional Psychologist with a background in teaching and education, yoga, and lived experience of chronic illness. I support teens and adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or navigating life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a safe space where you can explore what's going on, build practical skills, and move towards meaningful, lasting change. I'd love to support you on your journey.
Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS, I tailor support to what actually works for you.
My ideal client isn't perfect-they've been through things, lost confidence, or carry pain they rarely speak aloud. They're often high-functioning but exhausted, craving a circuit-breaker. They want more than just symptom relief-they want clarity, connection, and a life that actually feels like theirs. They come with questions like "Is this all there is?" or "Why can't I just move on?" —and they're ready, even if nervously, to do the real work of healing with someone who gets it.
Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS, I tailor support to what actually works for you.
My ideal client isn't perfect-they've been through things, lost confidence, or carry pain they rarely speak aloud. They're often high-functioning but exhausted, craving a circuit-breaker. They want more than just symptom relief-they want clarity, connection, and a life that actually feels like theirs. They come with questions like "Is this all there is?" or "Why can't I just move on?" —and they're ready, even if nervously, to do the real work of healing with someone who gets it.
Accessibility and inclusivity are our core values. In line with these values, we strive to create an economically conscious space which specialises in sex worker safe, LGBTQIA+ inclusive and neuroaffirming practice. We have 2 female psychologists available to support you.
Accessibility and inclusivity are our core values. In line with these values, we strive to create an economically conscious space which specialises in sex worker safe, LGBTQIA+ inclusive and neuroaffirming practice. We have 2 female psychologists available to support you.
Benny is a registered psychologist committed to creating a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and supported. He values the power of a trusting therapeutic relationship and believes that meaningful change begins when clients feel safe enough to explore their inner world. Benny approaches each session with empathy and curiosity, helping clients gain deeper insight, strengthen self-understanding, and move toward lasting growth.
Benny is a registered psychologist committed to creating a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and supported. He values the power of a trusting therapeutic relationship and believes that meaningful change begins when clients feel safe enough to explore their inner world. Benny approaches each session with empathy and curiosity, helping clients gain deeper insight, strengthen self-understanding, and move toward lasting growth.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families overcome mental health challenges, relationship difficulties and the impact of trauma. I also enjoy supporting and supervising fellow professionals in their clinical practice. Clients seek my support for anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions and other emotional concerns, with the goal of developing healthier coping strategies, improving their wellbeing, strengthening relationships, building resilience, and moving forward with greater confidence and clarity.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families overcome mental health challenges, relationship difficulties and the impact of trauma. I also enjoy supporting and supervising fellow professionals in their clinical practice. Clients seek my support for anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions and other emotional concerns, with the goal of developing healthier coping strategies, improving their wellbeing, strengthening relationships, building resilience, and moving forward with greater confidence and clarity.
Many of my clients come to therapy because they're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not quite like themselves. Others are looking to better understand long-standing patterns, improve their relationships, or navigate a difficult period in life. I work with adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, eating disorders, and major life transitions.
Many of my clients come to therapy because they're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply not quite like themselves. Others are looking to better understand long-standing patterns, improve their relationships, or navigate a difficult period in life. I work with adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, eating disorders, and major life transitions.
I am kind, experienced, practical, and a good listener. I work with adults as individuals or in couples. Most of my clients are struggling either with their emotions, with something that has happened, or with other people in their life. My goal is to give you a calm, safe space where hopefully you will walk out a little lighter, with more clarity and a plan and strategies if you need them. I am a licensed counsellor and therapist. If you have a Mental Health Plan from your GP you will need a psychologist and there will be an approx $120+ gap fee payable. I am happy to work with you privately if you choose not to use your MHP.
I am kind, experienced, practical, and a good listener. I work with adults as individuals or in couples. Most of my clients are struggling either with their emotions, with something that has happened, or with other people in their life. My goal is to give you a calm, safe space where hopefully you will walk out a little lighter, with more clarity and a plan and strategies if you need them. I am a licensed counsellor and therapist. If you have a Mental Health Plan from your GP you will need a psychologist and there will be an approx $120+ gap fee payable. I am happy to work with you privately if you choose not to use your MHP.
I partner with individuals, couples, and young adults who are navigating the complex, often silent challenges of life transitions, cultural adjustment, and identity. I also deeply welcome those who are exploring or wish to integrate their Christian faith into their healing journey. Grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioural frameworks, my approach is distinctively practical, warm, and highly empathetic.
I partner with individuals, couples, and young adults who are navigating the complex, often silent challenges of life transitions, cultural adjustment, and identity. I also deeply welcome those who are exploring or wish to integrate their Christian faith into their healing journey. Grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed, and cognitive-behavioural frameworks, my approach is distinctively practical, warm, and highly empathetic.
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Sellick Psychology is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering top-quality psychological care to individuals from all walks of life. Guided by our core values of compassion, courage, and connection, we strive to make a positive impact on your mental well-being.
Sellick Psychology is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering top-quality psychological care to individuals from all walks of life. Guided by our core values of compassion, courage, and connection, we strive to make a positive impact on your mental well-being.
I offer diagnostic assessments for ADHD/ASD, as well as intervention sessions that are goals-focused using evidence-based interventions like CBT, ACT, DBT & IFS.
I love working with neurodivergent people! I have a passion for ADHD and ASD assessments because I believe in accessibility. If also enjoy working with people wanting to understand anxiety/depression, perfectionism, procrastination, body image or disordered eating. If you want to learn who you are, feel less stuck, find tools and gain confidence then please message me! I love working with people who are curious, open and want a psychologist who works alongside you as a team mate :)
I offer diagnostic assessments for ADHD/ASD, as well as intervention sessions that are goals-focused using evidence-based interventions like CBT, ACT, DBT & IFS.
I love working with neurodivergent people! I have a passion for ADHD and ASD assessments because I believe in accessibility. If also enjoy working with people wanting to understand anxiety/depression, perfectionism, procrastination, body image or disordered eating. If you want to learn who you are, feel less stuck, find tools and gain confidence then please message me! I love working with people who are curious, open and want a psychologist who works alongside you as a team mate :)
Some of these are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, self-compassion, mindfulness, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, somatic principles, polyvagal theory and existentialism.
Hello! My name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
Some of these are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, self-compassion, mindfulness, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, somatic principles, polyvagal theory and existentialism.
Hello! My name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
Anthony is a Youth, Family, Couples & EMDR Psychologist, and the Director of Systemic Psychology. Clinically, Anthony frequently works with young people, couples, families and individuals experiencing a range of mental health issues. Professionally, Anthony has worked in private practice, schools, local government, consulting and currently as a postgraduate lecturer at The University of Melbourne.
Anthony is a Youth, Family, Couples & EMDR Psychologist, and the Director of Systemic Psychology. Clinically, Anthony frequently works with young people, couples, families and individuals experiencing a range of mental health issues. Professionally, Anthony has worked in private practice, schools, local government, consulting and currently as a postgraduate lecturer at The University of Melbourne.
Michelle Owens | Nautilus Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
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Using evidence-based treatments such as EMDR and ACT, I will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
It doesn’t matter how hard you try, life just seems to be too hard. You’ve suspected for a long time that the damage of a difficult upbringing is getting in the way of happiness and peace. You’re ready to do something to heal yourself – I’m here to support you in a safe, warm and collaborative space.
Using evidence-based treatments such as EMDR and ACT, I will work collaboratively with you to achieve your goals.
It doesn’t matter how hard you try, life just seems to be too hard. You’ve suspected for a long time that the damage of a difficult upbringing is getting in the way of happiness and peace. You’re ready to do something to heal yourself – I’m here to support you in a safe, warm and collaborative space.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
I am an accredited psychotherapist & counsellor that works in an integrative, collaborative, and person-entered manner to accomodate each individual's unique needs and goals. By tailoring therapy, my goal is to create a safe and compassionate space for all individuals to explore their inner self at a comfortable pace. I strive to be warm in my approach and maintain compassion, respect, and empathy for every individual.
I am an accredited psychotherapist & counsellor that works in an integrative, collaborative, and person-entered manner to accomodate each individual's unique needs and goals. By tailoring therapy, my goal is to create a safe and compassionate space for all individuals to explore their inner self at a comfortable pace. I strive to be warm in my approach and maintain compassion, respect, and empathy for every individual.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on your individual needs and goals.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. My approach is collaborative and client-centered, focusing on your individual needs and goals.
Whether you’re seeking insight, healing, or simply a space to be fully seen, I offer expansive, compassionate, and individually tailored support that welcomes the full range of human experience.
This may include working through identity and belonging, cultural dynamics, personal growth, communication and boundaries, emotional resilience, grief and trauma, chronic illness, creativity and career direction, or exploring sexual desire, pleasure, and intimacy.
Whether you’re seeking insight, healing, or simply a space to be fully seen, I offer expansive, compassionate, and individually tailored support that welcomes the full range of human experience.
This may include working through identity and belonging, cultural dynamics, personal growth, communication and boundaries, emotional resilience, grief and trauma, chronic illness, creativity and career direction, or exploring sexual desire, pleasure, and intimacy.
If you're constantly trying to "keep up," feeling misunderstood, or wondering why things seem harder than they should, you're not alone. I help people who are struggling with anxiety, burnout, trauma-related experiences, neurodivergence, and those feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I provide human support by helping you build emotional regulation tools, confidence, and practical coping skills so you can feel more in control and better equipped to navigate everyday life. I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT, while recognising that no two people are the same. I tailor therapy to suit your lifestyle and values.
If you're constantly trying to "keep up," feeling misunderstood, or wondering why things seem harder than they should, you're not alone. I help people who are struggling with anxiety, burnout, trauma-related experiences, neurodivergence, and those feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I provide human support by helping you build emotional regulation tools, confidence, and practical coping skills so you can feel more in control and better equipped to navigate everyday life. I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT and DBT, while recognising that no two people are the same. I tailor therapy to suit your lifestyle and values.
I work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Hi there, my name is Bridie McDougall and I am the Principal Psychologist at Mosaic Minds Psychology Services. My approach is non-judgemental and soft yet firm. You are not broken. Let's have a chat.
I work with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
Hi there, my name is Bridie McDougall and I am the Principal Psychologist at Mosaic Minds Psychology Services. My approach is non-judgemental and soft yet firm. You are not broken. Let's have a chat.
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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.