Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Ascot Vale, VIC
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.
My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT.
I believe that each person is doing the best they can with the resources they have. I humbly support you in developing more adaptive patterns, and support networks, and help you tap into your innate wisdom and healing potential.
My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT.
I believe that each person is doing the best they can with the resources they have. I humbly support you in developing more adaptive patterns, and support networks, and help you tap into your innate wisdom and healing potential.
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.
Christopher is a registered psychologist with experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties and workplace/academic stress and burn out.
He provides a supportive, caring and non-judgemental space where clients can talk about their concerns freely. It is also important for Christopher to work collaboratively with his clients to set and achieve goals that will make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.
Christopher is a registered psychologist with experience working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties and workplace/academic stress and burn out.
He provides a supportive, caring and non-judgemental space where clients can talk about their concerns freely. It is also important for Christopher to work collaboratively with his clients to set and achieve goals that will make a meaningful difference in their daily lives.
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.
Kelly is a psychologist with a passion for supporting individuals and families affected by cancer, illness, grief and other life-changing events. She has experience working across the cancer continuum, including diagnosis, active treatment, survivorship, recurrence, palliative care, and bereavement. Kelly understands the complex emotional challenges that can arise at each stage and how these can continue long after medical treatment has ended.
Kelly is a psychologist with a passion for supporting individuals and families affected by cancer, illness, grief and other life-changing events. She has experience working across the cancer continuum, including diagnosis, active treatment, survivorship, recurrence, palliative care, and bereavement. Kelly understands the complex emotional challenges that can arise at each stage and how these can continue long after medical treatment has ended.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
Dr Robert Eres
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
I am a gender affirming clinical psychologist with a primary interest in supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as people in rural and remote areas of Australia. I help support people with a range of concerns, but ultimately I support children, adolescents, and adults to become the best versions of themselves.
If you're a junior psychologist seeking supervision or an experienced psychologist looking for extra support around gender affirming assessment and care, please feel free to reach out. I am a PsyBA approved supervisor.
I am a gender affirming clinical psychologist with a primary interest in supporting members of the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as people in rural and remote areas of Australia. I help support people with a range of concerns, but ultimately I support children, adolescents, and adults to become the best versions of themselves.
If you're a junior psychologist seeking supervision or an experienced psychologist looking for extra support around gender affirming assessment and care, please feel free to reach out. I am a PsyBA approved supervisor.
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Perhaps you are having a hard time managing your closest relationships or embarking on a major life change (e.g. starting a family, retiring, grief and trauma). Or you have recently been medically diagnosed with a condition in a sea of health problems or stressors that you are struggling to manage.
I am committed to integrating my expertise in working in the highly nuanced area between mental and physical health. My approaches are innovative, drawing on the science of movement, somatic work and evidence-based talk therapies with the ultimate purpose of growing your self-suffiency in overcoming adversity.
Perhaps you are having a hard time managing your closest relationships or embarking on a major life change (e.g. starting a family, retiring, grief and trauma). Or you have recently been medically diagnosed with a condition in a sea of health problems or stressors that you are struggling to manage.
I am committed to integrating my expertise in working in the highly nuanced area between mental and physical health. My approaches are innovative, drawing on the science of movement, somatic work and evidence-based talk therapies with the ultimate purpose of growing your self-suffiency in overcoming adversity.
Im a Certified ( IFS) Internal Family System therapist that offers a range of Somatic-Based Healing Practices; these are combined with (DBR) Deep Brain Reorienting, (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing - gold standard treatment for PTSD/Trauma as outlined by the World Health Organisation, as well the therapeutic approach of (Havening).
I have spent over 20 years helping people. I am an Individual, Couples, and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with people with Complex Mental Health Presentations, Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), NDIS, as well as Drug & Alcohol issues. I completed my Clinical Masters in Systemic Family Therapy at The Bouverie Centre, La Trobe University. I am a member of AAFT Australian Association of Family Therapists. The core focus of my approach is a relational one, both how we relate to our experiences within ourselves and how we connect and relate with people in our lives.
Im a Certified ( IFS) Internal Family System therapist that offers a range of Somatic-Based Healing Practices; these are combined with (DBR) Deep Brain Reorienting, (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing - gold standard treatment for PTSD/Trauma as outlined by the World Health Organisation, as well the therapeutic approach of (Havening).
I have spent over 20 years helping people. I am an Individual, Couples, and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with people with Complex Mental Health Presentations, Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), NDIS, as well as Drug & Alcohol issues. I completed my Clinical Masters in Systemic Family Therapy at The Bouverie Centre, La Trobe University. I am a member of AAFT Australian Association of Family Therapists. The core focus of my approach is a relational one, both how we relate to our experiences within ourselves and how we connect and relate with people in our lives.
Her work integrates parts-based therapy (Internal Family Systems and Resource Therapy), Somatic Psychology, RI-EMDR and EMDR as core modalities, alongside Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Giorgia Deslandes is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (Registered Clinical) and the EMDR Association of Australia. Giorgia offers both counselling and psychotherapy from the northern suburbs of Melbourne.
Giorgia is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and works from an integrative, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach. Drawing on her background in community health and Masters in Counselling Psychology, she supports clients to heal from trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Her work integrates parts-based therapy (Internal Family Systems and Resource Therapy), Somatic Psychology, RI-EMDR and EMDR as core modalities, alongside Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Giorgia Deslandes is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (Registered Clinical) and the EMDR Association of Australia. Giorgia offers both counselling and psychotherapy from the northern suburbs of Melbourne.
Giorgia is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and works from an integrative, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach. Drawing on her background in community health and Masters in Counselling Psychology, she supports clients to heal from trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Olivia is a senior clinical and counselling psychologist and board approved supervisor with 30 years experience in mental health. She has advanced training in trauma-informed and neuroscience informed therapies. She is an accredited EMDR consultant and brainspotting consultant working predominantly with trauma, PTSD, PTSD-C, anxiety, moral injury and burnout.
NeuroFrontiers Clinic focuses on wellbeing support and burnout prevention across all professions with particular experience and interest in health practitioners, frontline responders, emergency workers, carers and the caring professions. Individual support/wellbeing sessions.
Olivia is a senior clinical and counselling psychologist and board approved supervisor with 30 years experience in mental health. She has advanced training in trauma-informed and neuroscience informed therapies. She is an accredited EMDR consultant and brainspotting consultant working predominantly with trauma, PTSD, PTSD-C, anxiety, moral injury and burnout.
NeuroFrontiers Clinic focuses on wellbeing support and burnout prevention across all professions with particular experience and interest in health practitioners, frontline responders, emergency workers, carers and the caring professions. Individual support/wellbeing sessions.
Our ideal clients are autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD young people, often described as "hard to engage," "shut down," or "burnt out." Many have tried traditional talk therapy and found it overwhelming, boring, or unsafe. They come to us because parents, support coordinators, or schools recognise that the usual format isn't working. We meet them inside the games they love (Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite, Discord) using play and shared interest to build genuine trust. From there, we support regulation, identity, RSD, school distress, and burnout recovery in a way that respects how their brain actually works.
Our ideal clients are autistic, ADHD, and AuDHD young people, often described as "hard to engage," "shut down," or "burnt out." Many have tried traditional talk therapy and found it overwhelming, boring, or unsafe. They come to us because parents, support coordinators, or schools recognise that the usual format isn't working. We meet them inside the games they love (Minecraft, Roblox, Fortnite, Discord) using play and shared interest to build genuine trust. From there, we support regulation, identity, RSD, school distress, and burnout recovery in a way that respects how their brain actually works.
My primary approach is Internal Family Systems therapy, supported by Metacognitive Therapy, ACT, Jungian-informed work, and hypnosis when appropriate.
You can book a free 30-minute consultation with me from the start. I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders that cause ongoing pain and require real change. I also work with couples who want to reconnect, reduce conflict, and understand the patterns that keep them apart. I have specific experience in perinatal and postnatal depression. Many of my clients are insightful and self aware, yet still feel stuck inside their own responses.
I offer 30 minutes rather than the usual 15, so you have enough time to gain clarity and decide whether working together feels right.
My primary approach is Internal Family Systems therapy, supported by Metacognitive Therapy, ACT, Jungian-informed work, and hypnosis when appropriate.
You can book a free 30-minute consultation with me from the start. I specialise in trauma, anxiety, depression, and mood disorders that cause ongoing pain and require real change. I also work with couples who want to reconnect, reduce conflict, and understand the patterns that keep them apart. I have specific experience in perinatal and postnatal depression. Many of my clients are insightful and self aware, yet still feel stuck inside their own responses.
I offer 30 minutes rather than the usual 15, so you have enough time to gain clarity and decide whether working together feels right.
Good Chemistry Sex and Relationship therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship, and or heal from a break-up. If you want to explore sexual functioning concerns such as; erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance intimacy, or perhaps explore sexuality/sexual/gender identity we can work through this in a safe space. Deeply explore who you are and what you need to build strong and enduring connections and relationships that thrive!
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship, and or heal from a break-up. If you want to explore sexual functioning concerns such as; erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance intimacy, or perhaps explore sexuality/sexual/gender identity we can work through this in a safe space. Deeply explore who you are and what you need to build strong and enduring connections and relationships that thrive!
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
Hi, I'm Samuel (He/They/She/Any) and I'm a non-binary/genderfluid Arts Psychotherapist. In life I have used the creative arts as a way of understanding, listening to and responding to my experiences and inner conflicts. I’m passionate about integrating our inner and outer selves and believe in the value the arts offer in encountering resources and parts of ourselves which aren’t accessed in normal daily life. I offer a gentle, non-judgemental and inclusive therapeutic space for you to reveal yourself as we explore struggles, hopes and what growth and resolution looks like for you at this time.
I practise in modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT; CBT-ERP), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
I work with clients in-person from Ivanhoe, Victoria and online, Australia-wide through our Better Forest clinic. I am a registered General Psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families.
I have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood, anxiety, adjustment disorders and trauma (PTSD). I also work to support interpersonal difficulties and the long-term effects of personality patterns of behaviour.
I practise in modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT; CBT-ERP), Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.
I work with clients in-person from Ivanhoe, Victoria and online, Australia-wide through our Better Forest clinic. I am a registered General Psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families.
I have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood, anxiety, adjustment disorders and trauma (PTSD). I also work to support interpersonal difficulties and the long-term effects of personality patterns of behaviour.
Big life changes can leave you feeling all kinds of lost—like you’re not quite sure who you are anymore or how to fit in. Maybe past experiences keep showing up uninvited. Maybe your relationships feel distant, or you’re stuck between cultures, trying to hold on to who you are while adapting to something new. If this sounds familiar, I see you—and I’m here for you. For over 20 years, I’ve worked with people from all walks of life, especially migrants navigating identity and belonging. I offer a warm, safe space to talk things through, get unstuck, and start healing.
Big life changes can leave you feeling all kinds of lost—like you’re not quite sure who you are anymore or how to fit in. Maybe past experiences keep showing up uninvited. Maybe your relationships feel distant, or you’re stuck between cultures, trying to hold on to who you are while adapting to something new. If this sounds familiar, I see you—and I’m here for you. For over 20 years, I’ve worked with people from all walks of life, especially migrants navigating identity and belonging. I offer a warm, safe space to talk things through, get unstuck, and start healing.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.