Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Aspendale, VIC
Belinda is a child & adolescent mental health social worker with significant expertise in mental health and trauma therapy.
Belinda is known for her compassionate approach & her ability to interweave EMDR & Play Therapy for children aged 2-18. Most clients seek support regarding:
- child sexual assault
- school can't (aka: school refusal)
- anxiety
- depression
- phobias
- disordered eating
- medical trauma/phobia
- grief
- self-esteem
- single event traumas
- family separation
Belinda is a child & adolescent mental health social worker with significant expertise in mental health and trauma therapy.
Belinda is known for her compassionate approach & her ability to interweave EMDR & Play Therapy for children aged 2-18. Most clients seek support regarding:
- child sexual assault
- school can't (aka: school refusal)
- anxiety
- depression
- phobias
- disordered eating
- medical trauma/phobia
- grief
- self-esteem
- single event traumas
- family separation
Warm, responsive, and individualised psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups—wherever you are on your mental health journey. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed in your relationships, or simply needing space to reflect, I offer a safe place to explore what’s shaped you and how you’d like to grow. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with your values to help you live more clearly, confidently, and easily. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about discovering what’s possible when you’re heard, understood, and supported in your challenges!
Warm, responsive, and individualised psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups—wherever you are on your mental health journey. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed in your relationships, or simply needing space to reflect, I offer a safe place to explore what’s shaped you and how you’d like to grow. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with your values to help you live more clearly, confidently, and easily. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about discovering what’s possible when you’re heard, understood, and supported in your challenges!
At the heart of my work is a belief in the strength of every persons capacity to heal and connect with their inner wisdom. My approach is warm collaborative and centred on creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, respected and supported.
At the heart of my work is a belief in the strength of every persons capacity to heal and connect with their inner wisdom. My approach is warm collaborative and centred on creating a safe, compassionate space where you feel heard, respected and supported.
I specialise in neurodivergent adults, teens, and families - particularly those who've spent years feeling misunderstood, exhausted by masking, or let down by traditional approaches.
My approach is warm, deeply integrative, and genuinely
neuroaffirming. I don't do one-size-fits-all.
I also have a registered therapy dog, Bowie, who joins us when possible - particularly helpful for clients who find traditional talk therapy difficult. I currently offer individual therapy, ND support groups and clinical supervision.
I specialise in neurodivergent adults, teens, and families - particularly those who've spent years feeling misunderstood, exhausted by masking, or let down by traditional approaches.
My approach is warm, deeply integrative, and genuinely
neuroaffirming. I don't do one-size-fits-all.
I also have a registered therapy dog, Bowie, who joins us when possible - particularly helpful for clients who find traditional talk therapy difficult. I currently offer individual therapy, ND support groups and clinical supervision.
Are you seeking professional support to overcome challenges, achieve personal growth, or navigate the complexities of caregiving? I am ready to accompany you on your journey towards greater well-being and fulfillment. As a client working with me, you can expect a range of valuable services and support to address your specific needs and goals. I will work closely with you to understand your unique challenges, concerns, and aspirations. Tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, whether it's through clinical hypnotherapy, counselling, psychotherapy, or a combination of modalities.
Are you seeking professional support to overcome challenges, achieve personal growth, or navigate the complexities of caregiving? I am ready to accompany you on your journey towards greater well-being and fulfillment. As a client working with me, you can expect a range of valuable services and support to address your specific needs and goals. I will work closely with you to understand your unique challenges, concerns, and aspirations. Tailoring my therapeutic approach to meet your specific needs, whether it's through clinical hypnotherapy, counselling, psychotherapy, or a combination of modalities.
Port Phillip Psychology is a friendly practice in Melbourne's Bayside suburbs of St Kilda and Chelsea. We provide counselling for children, adults and couples across a broad range of issues including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, grief, trauma, infidelity, and relationship issues. We offer assessments at our Chelsea clinic for ADHD and ASD. Our psychologists use a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed Therapy and Gottman relationship counselling. You can discover more in the team section on our website.
Port Phillip Psychology is a friendly practice in Melbourne's Bayside suburbs of St Kilda and Chelsea. We provide counselling for children, adults and couples across a broad range of issues including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, grief, trauma, infidelity, and relationship issues. We offer assessments at our Chelsea clinic for ADHD and ASD. Our psychologists use a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Mindfulness, Solution Focussed Therapy and Gottman relationship counselling. You can discover more in the team section on our website.
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Leah Smith, Director and Principal Psychologist of "Opening Doors Psychology" has a passion for working with adolescents (14+ years), young adults/adults, and also works with some couples.
Leah enjoys supporting clients to make long lasting cognitive, behavioural and emotional changes, improving their mental health, to reach their full potential, in order to live a more meaningful, purposeful life, and promote their overall wellbeing. Leah empowers clients to be more like the person they want to be, and live the life they want to be living.
Leah Smith, Director and Principal Psychologist of "Opening Doors Psychology" has a passion for working with adolescents (14+ years), young adults/adults, and also works with some couples.
Leah enjoys supporting clients to make long lasting cognitive, behavioural and emotional changes, improving their mental health, to reach their full potential, in order to live a more meaningful, purposeful life, and promote their overall wellbeing. Leah empowers clients to be more like the person they want to be, and live the life they want to be living.
I have been in the field for over a decade, supporting children, adolescents and adults in Australia and New Zealand through various behavioural, emotional and psychological challenges.
I created Discern Psychology to provide a safe and respectful space for women to pause, reflect and explore new ways of how they want to be present in the world. I believe that to ‘discern’ in the therapeutic context means to recognise what matters to you, what no longer serves you and what direction feels right for you. I would love to support you to gain clarity, practical tools and a stronger sense of the person you want to be. My special interest areas include parenting and perinatal mental health, relationships, self worth, culture, identity, life transitions, work/career, stress and burnout.
I have been in the field for over a decade, supporting children, adolescents and adults in Australia and New Zealand through various behavioural, emotional and psychological challenges.
I created Discern Psychology to provide a safe and respectful space for women to pause, reflect and explore new ways of how they want to be present in the world. I believe that to ‘discern’ in the therapeutic context means to recognise what matters to you, what no longer serves you and what direction feels right for you. I would love to support you to gain clarity, practical tools and a stronger sense of the person you want to be. My special interest areas include parenting and perinatal mental health, relationships, self worth, culture, identity, life transitions, work/career, stress and burnout.
I am a registered psychologist and clinical psychologist registrar, experienced in supporting clients of all ages with diverse mental health needs. I provide therapy to clients 12+ and ADHD/Autism assessment for 6+. I take a humanistic, client-centred approach that values each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I’m committed to creating a respectful, empathetic, and non-judgemental space where you feel heard and understood. I’m here to walk alongside you at your own pace.
I am a registered psychologist and clinical psychologist registrar, experienced in supporting clients of all ages with diverse mental health needs. I provide therapy to clients 12+ and ADHD/Autism assessment for 6+. I take a humanistic, client-centred approach that values each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. I’m committed to creating a respectful, empathetic, and non-judgemental space where you feel heard and understood. I’m here to walk alongside you at your own pace.
Chloe has extensive experience providing individual therapy across private practice, NDIS, and community mental health settings. Chloe supports clients navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. She also provides guidance to parents of neurodivergent children, combining therapeutic support with positive behaviour strategies.
Chloe has extensive experience providing individual therapy across private practice, NDIS, and community mental health settings. Chloe supports clients navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. She also provides guidance to parents of neurodivergent children, combining therapeutic support with positive behaviour strategies.
More Therapists Nearby
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
I support individuals who have experienced physical, emotional, psychological, systemic, generational, cultural, financial and sexual abuse, as well as individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns. Using a holistic and strength based approach when supporting individuals along their recovery journey and draws from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches including but not limited to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR at an Advanced Training level), person-centred therapy, solutions-focused therapy, polyvagal theory and cognitive behavioural therapy
I support individuals who have experienced physical, emotional, psychological, systemic, generational, cultural, financial and sexual abuse, as well as individuals who are experiencing mental health concerns. Using a holistic and strength based approach when supporting individuals along their recovery journey and draws from a range of evidence based therapeutic approaches including but not limited to Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR at an Advanced Training level), person-centred therapy, solutions-focused therapy, polyvagal theory and cognitive behavioural therapy
A no-obligation appointment is an excellent opportunity for you to view our environment and discuss the best approach for you. Whether you are an individual, a couple or a family, our methodology is about exploring the past, gaining an understanding, changing behaviors and improving relationships. We’ll support you through what can be a challenging time in your life.
A no-obligation appointment is an excellent opportunity for you to view our environment and discuss the best approach for you. Whether you are an individual, a couple or a family, our methodology is about exploring the past, gaining an understanding, changing behaviors and improving relationships. We’ll support you through what can be a challenging time in your life.
I work with my clients in a human, down to earth way. I see us as two people working together to find what will help make things better for you. We'll look at more than just your symptoms; we'll look at your life experiences, your relationships, your family & ancestral history, social & environmental systems around you, and how your body is responding to all of this. I tend to work deeply and do more than just teach you strategies. I am interested in supporting you to get to the root cause of things, because I believe that is where we find liberation and self-compassion.
I work with my clients in a human, down to earth way. I see us as two people working together to find what will help make things better for you. We'll look at more than just your symptoms; we'll look at your life experiences, your relationships, your family & ancestral history, social & environmental systems around you, and how your body is responding to all of this. I tend to work deeply and do more than just teach you strategies. I am interested in supporting you to get to the root cause of things, because I believe that is where we find liberation and self-compassion.
I’m Holly (she/her). I am committed to providing a supportive space where you feel safe to explore issues and experiences that can be difficult to talk about.
I have worked with adults and young people experiencing a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and trauma. Some people come to see me having struggled with their mental wellbeing for years, and some people are feeling a bit stuck in life and are unsure how to move forward. Therapy is an amazing tool to gain deeper self-understanding and to make positive life changes.
I’m Holly (she/her). I am committed to providing a supportive space where you feel safe to explore issues and experiences that can be difficult to talk about.
I have worked with adults and young people experiencing a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and trauma. Some people come to see me having struggled with their mental wellbeing for years, and some people are feeling a bit stuck in life and are unsure how to move forward. Therapy is an amazing tool to gain deeper self-understanding and to make positive life changes.
I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families.
As an immigrant, I know all too well the challenges of juggling the challenges of existing amongst individualistic society while also belonging to a community enriched by collectivist beliefs. I strive to create a space of connection and empathy within our sessions, free from judgement, assumptions and unwanted expectation.
I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families.
As an immigrant, I know all too well the challenges of juggling the challenges of existing amongst individualistic society while also belonging to a community enriched by collectivist beliefs. I strive to create a space of connection and empathy within our sessions, free from judgement, assumptions and unwanted expectation.
Stephanie enjoys working with teenagers, adults, and older adults with presentations of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, autism, and changed levels of ability.
Stephanie focuses on building a comfortable and inviting space using a person-centred, strengths-based approach to promote confidence and self-acceptance. She observes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice and can adapt the therapy approach to suit your needs and goals.
Stephanie enjoys working with teenagers, adults, and older adults with presentations of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, autism, and changed levels of ability.
Stephanie focuses on building a comfortable and inviting space using a person-centred, strengths-based approach to promote confidence and self-acceptance. She observes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice and can adapt the therapy approach to suit your needs and goals.
I am a counsellor and clinical educator with over seven years of experience supporting adults and adolescents across community and outpatient mental health settings.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
I am a counsellor and clinical educator with over seven years of experience supporting adults and adolescents across community and outpatient mental health settings.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
Paediatric and adult clinical neuropsychologist specialising in the assessment and management of Autism and ADHD. Services include:
- Neuropsychological assessments including diagnostic assessments to inform treatment, support, and funding applications.
- Intervention and ongoing support e.g., executive functioning, social functioning, learning and memory, study skills and post-diagnosis support.
- WPATH assessments for those seeking gender affirming treatment.
Paediatric and adult clinical neuropsychologist specialising in the assessment and management of Autism and ADHD. Services include:
- Neuropsychological assessments including diagnostic assessments to inform treatment, support, and funding applications.
- Intervention and ongoing support e.g., executive functioning, social functioning, learning and memory, study skills and post-diagnosis support.
- WPATH assessments for those seeking gender affirming treatment.
At Seaglass Psychology, we recognise that every person's journey is as unique as each piece of glass in the sea. In the therapy room, I endeavour to honour everyone's individual stories. I offer a wide range of psychological services, including CBT, EMDR, ACT, IPT, DBT and more. I am working with clients 16+ in supporting their mental health.
At Seaglass Psychology, we recognise that every person's journey is as unique as each piece of glass in the sea. In the therapy room, I endeavour to honour everyone's individual stories. I offer a wide range of psychological services, including CBT, EMDR, ACT, IPT, DBT and more. I am working with clients 16+ in supporting their mental health.
Nearby Teens Therapists Searches for Aspendale
- Bonbeach
- Carrum
- Chelsea
- Chelsea Heights
- Dandenong
- Dingley Village
- Edithvale
- Keysborough
- Mentone
- Mordialloc
- Parkdale
- Patterson Lakes
FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.