In Person Psychologists and Therapists in Ascot Vale, VIC

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Toya Ricci
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
In-person & online sessions on selected weekdays/weekends, including after-hours.
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.
In-person & online sessions on selected weekdays/weekends, including after-hours.
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.
(03) 8595 5264 View (03) 8595 5264
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Tigist Kebede
Verified Verified
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
Tigist Kebede is Naarm (Melbourne) based Black Counsellor, who employs trauma informed, decolonizing and intersectional frameworks into her practice and advocacy. She specificalised in working with adults with particular interest in culturally responsive clinical practice. Tigist has experience working forensic, non-profit and health sector. She has a history with working with racial trauma, sexual assault, family violence and refugee trauma.
Tigist Kebede is Naarm (Melbourne) based Black Counsellor, who employs trauma informed, decolonizing and intersectional frameworks into her practice and advocacy. She specificalised in working with adults with particular interest in culturally responsive clinical practice. Tigist has experience working forensic, non-profit and health sector. She has a history with working with racial trauma, sexual assault, family violence and refugee trauma.
(03) 9001 5665 View (03) 9001 5665
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Dr Peter Eide
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
Dr Peter Eide has extensive experience in psychological treatment mainly with adolescent and adult men that have depression, anxiety and addiction, though he also works with women. Unlike other psychologists who are just out of university Peter has been working in this field since 2002 and has been employed in youth mental health, alcohol and drug services, community health services and a university.
Dr Peter Eide has extensive experience in psychological treatment mainly with adolescent and adult men that have depression, anxiety and addiction, though he also works with women. Unlike other psychologists who are just out of university Peter has been working in this field since 2002 and has been employed in youth mental health, alcohol and drug services, community health services and a university.
(03) 9118 9026 View (03) 9118 9026
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Emma Sestan
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
My name is Emma and I have a passion for providing respectful and non-judgmental therapy for all my clients. My aim is to ensure that you have a safe and respectful space where we can promote personal growth, self-compassion and work through challenging times together.
My name is Emma and I have a passion for providing respectful and non-judgmental therapy for all my clients. My aim is to ensure that you have a safe and respectful space where we can promote personal growth, self-compassion and work through challenging times together.
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Portia Kambasha
Verified Verified
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
I have 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I have 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
(03) 4327 9085 View (03) 4327 9085
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David Mackay
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Ascot Vale, VIC 3032
○Accepting face-to-face clients in West Melbourne and Online○ I work with Veterans, Tradies, and people who identify as LGBTQ.
In my life, I have been both a Roof Plumber and a Psychologist. I believe this experience has helped me to offer psychological therapy in a straight-forward, down-to-earth way. I offer Trauma focussed therapies (including EMDR), as well as Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
○Accepting face-to-face clients in West Melbourne and Online○ I work with Veterans, Tradies, and people who identify as LGBTQ.
In my life, I have been both a Roof Plumber and a Psychologist. I believe this experience has helped me to offer psychological therapy in a straight-forward, down-to-earth way. I offer Trauma focussed therapies (including EMDR), as well as Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
(07) 3608 1085 View (07) 3608 1085
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Natalia Burfurd
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.
I work with a wide variety of issues. I am patient and empathic. I appreciate that change can occur quickly or slowly. I work in various locations around the city and western suburbs. I have over twenty years experience as a professional counsellor. I have obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/ Anthropology), a Graduate Diploma in Loss and Grief Counselling, a Diploma of Learning Solutions in Counselling, a Master of Social Work (Qualifying), a Graduate Certificate in Disability and Inclusion and a Master of Mental Health. I am passionate about growth, change and healing.
(08) 9126 9460 View (08) 9126 9460
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Emma Austin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Emma is a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with adolescents and adults. She is a warm therapist who treats each client as an individual. Emma is passionate about working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship difficulties, unhealthy coping mechanisms and low self esteem. Emma has completed extra training in schema therapy and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR). She is known for building strong, trusting relationships with her clients.
Emma is a clinical psychologist who specialises in working with adolescents and adults. She is a warm therapist who treats each client as an individual. Emma is passionate about working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship difficulties, unhealthy coping mechanisms and low self esteem. Emma has completed extra training in schema therapy and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR). She is known for building strong, trusting relationships with her clients.
(03) 8338 1078 View (03) 8338 1078
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Anna Ricciardello
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Anna supports individuals of all ages to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and confidence. With nearly 20 years of experience, she draws on evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, mindfulness and trauma-informed frameworks) to create meaningful, lasting change. She works with anxiety, mood challenges, trauma and life transitions. She supports neurodivergent clients with a tailored, strengths-based approach to build self-understanding and create sustainable strategies for wellbeing.
Anna supports individuals of all ages to navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and confidence. With nearly 20 years of experience, she draws on evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, mindfulness and trauma-informed frameworks) to create meaningful, lasting change. She works with anxiety, mood challenges, trauma and life transitions. She supports neurodivergent clients with a tailored, strengths-based approach to build self-understanding and create sustainable strategies for wellbeing.
0410 643 076 View 0410 643 076
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Dr Michael Gurr
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I currently offer in person, online and telephone appointments.
If you’re a professional struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or self-doubt, you may feel like you should have it all together. Outwardly, you appear capable and successful, but internally, stress and overthinking make it difficult to enjoy your work, relationships, or even your downtime. You might find yourself avoiding difficult conversations, procrastinating on important tasks, or overworking to keep anxiety at bay. Despite your efforts, you may feel stuck, wondering why stress and self-doubt persist.
I currently offer in person, online and telephone appointments.
If you’re a professional struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or self-doubt, you may feel like you should have it all together. Outwardly, you appear capable and successful, but internally, stress and overthinking make it difficult to enjoy your work, relationships, or even your downtime. You might find yourself avoiding difficult conversations, procrastinating on important tasks, or overworking to keep anxiety at bay. Despite your efforts, you may feel stuck, wondering why stress and self-doubt persist.
(03) 7003 2098 View (03) 7003 2098
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Paula Rodger
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist providing therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments for adolescents (11+) and adults. I offer diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as cognitive and psychological assessments to support understanding, treatment planning, and access to appropriate supports.
I am a registered psychologist providing therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments for adolescents (11+) and adults. I offer diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as cognitive and psychological assessments to support understanding, treatment planning, and access to appropriate supports.
(03) 4233 8075 View (03) 4233 8075
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Aylin Shilling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I'm a Medicare registered therapist with a holistic, down-to-earth approach. I specialise in working with people navigating attachment and relational difficulties, stress, burnout, perfectionism, and anxiety - including individuals who are constantly operating at 110% and are finding that their drive is impacting their relationships, family life, parenting, or sense of self. I take time to understand your story, your patterns, and your pressures, then work collaboratively with you to clarify goals, build a tailored plan, and reduce distress while optimising your strengths
I'm a Medicare registered therapist with a holistic, down-to-earth approach. I specialise in working with people navigating attachment and relational difficulties, stress, burnout, perfectionism, and anxiety - including individuals who are constantly operating at 110% and are finding that their drive is impacting their relationships, family life, parenting, or sense of self. I take time to understand your story, your patterns, and your pressures, then work collaboratively with you to clarify goals, build a tailored plan, and reduce distress while optimising your strengths
0427 793 347 View 0427 793 347
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Ashlee Hancock - Assessment & Therapy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Offering face-to-face and telehealth appointments for accessibility based on your needs.
Ashlee offers neuroaffirming autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents and adults. She also offers individual therapy for teens and young adults aged 13 - 25 years. Ashlee is a clinical psychologist who has experience in hospital and public mental health systems, providing specialist support for young people experiencing severe and/or complex mental health concerns. She has experience cultivating good therapeutic relationships and is experienced in managing a team of clinician's to provide high quality care.
Offering face-to-face and telehealth appointments for accessibility based on your needs.
Ashlee offers neuroaffirming autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents and adults. She also offers individual therapy for teens and young adults aged 13 - 25 years. Ashlee is a clinical psychologist who has experience in hospital and public mental health systems, providing specialist support for young people experiencing severe and/or complex mental health concerns. She has experience cultivating good therapeutic relationships and is experienced in managing a team of clinician's to provide high quality care.
(03) 9020 3705 View (03) 9020 3705
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Brittaney Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer in-person and online therapy sessions, available Monday to Thursday from 10am to 5pm (Melbourne VIC time).
Brittaney has a keen interest in adolescent (13 and older) and adult psychology, with a special focus on social-emotional development, autism, ADHD, trauma, learning differences, and anxiety. She values client input and feedback, understanding that therapy approaches should be tailored to each person's unique experiences and needs. By working collaboratively with clients, Brittaney aims to support individuals in achieving positive life changes and improving their mental health outcomes.
I offer in-person and online therapy sessions, available Monday to Thursday from 10am to 5pm (Melbourne VIC time).
Brittaney has a keen interest in adolescent (13 and older) and adult psychology, with a special focus on social-emotional development, autism, ADHD, trauma, learning differences, and anxiety. She values client input and feedback, understanding that therapy approaches should be tailored to each person's unique experiences and needs. By working collaboratively with clients, Brittaney aims to support individuals in achieving positive life changes and improving their mental health outcomes.
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Germaine Gergis
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Dr Germaine Gergis, is a board-endorsed Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Lecturer with many years' experience in delivering high quality assessments and treatment to infants, children, adolescents and adults, and their families. Germaine has worked across private and public sectors helping those who have presented with a diverse range of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has extensive experience in working with mood & anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related disorders and personality disorders. Speciality roles include infant mental health & autism spectrum disorders, including providing second opinions.
Dr Germaine Gergis, is a board-endorsed Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Lecturer with many years' experience in delivering high quality assessments and treatment to infants, children, adolescents and adults, and their families. Germaine has worked across private and public sectors helping those who have presented with a diverse range of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has extensive experience in working with mood & anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related disorders and personality disorders. Speciality roles include infant mental health & autism spectrum disorders, including providing second opinions.
(03) 8338 4854 View (03) 8338 4854
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Bright Psych
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
We provide face-to-face services at our office in Footscray and virtual services.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
We provide face-to-face services at our office in Footscray and virtual services.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
(03) 9068 6415 View (03) 9068 6415
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Julia Bediaga
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about providing psychological support to individuals who are seeking greater emotional wellbeing, clarity, and resilience. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, stress and burnout, emotional regulation difficulties, interpersonal/relationship difficulties and life transitions. Many people come to therapy following experiences of family violence, complex or developmental trauma. Others are navigating persistent emotional overwhelm, reduced functioning, or a sense of disconnect. I endeavour to create a safe, warm space that supports collaboration and curiosity.
I am passionate about providing psychological support to individuals who are seeking greater emotional wellbeing, clarity, and resilience. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, stress and burnout, emotional regulation difficulties, interpersonal/relationship difficulties and life transitions. Many people come to therapy following experiences of family violence, complex or developmental trauma. Others are navigating persistent emotional overwhelm, reduced functioning, or a sense of disconnect. I endeavour to create a safe, warm space that supports collaboration and curiosity.
(03) 7003 2497 View (03) 7003 2497
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Anthony Hurst
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
(02) 4504 0120 View (02) 4504 0120
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Alison Morris
Occupational Therapist
Serves Area
I am an AHPRA Registered Mental Health Professional, with over 20 years of clinical experience across mental and physical health. I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to my work. I create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
I am an AHPRA Registered Mental Health Professional, with over 20 years of clinical experience across mental and physical health. I bring both professional expertise and genuine compassion to my work. I create a safe, inclusive space where clients feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with confidence. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
(03) 8338 1491 View (03) 8338 1491
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Tatiana Assaad
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via video.
Many of my clients are children and teens who are navigating anxiety, ADHD, autism, or challenges at school. Parents often come to me seeking answers, support, and a plan to help their child feel more regulated, understood, and connected. These families want someone who truly “gets it”—who can balance professional skill with warmth and care.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, or online via video.
Many of my clients are children and teens who are navigating anxiety, ADHD, autism, or challenges at school. Parents often come to me seeking answers, support, and a plan to help their child feel more regulated, understood, and connected. These families want someone who truly “gets it”—who can balance professional skill with warmth and care.
0468 401 822 View 0468 401 822
FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.

When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.

How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.