Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Balaclava, VIC
Many people who come to me are capable and committed, but something in their internal experience isn't matching how they want to show up. They might be navigating performance pressure in sport, the arts, a professional role, or study. They might be managing anxiety, processing difficult experiences, or noticing patterns that keep getting in the way. This work is for anyone who cares deeply about how they live and what they do. Together we explore what's underneath, build new ways of responding, and develop the psychological capacity to move forward in a way that reflects their values and supports the life they're working towards.
Many people who come to me are capable and committed, but something in their internal experience isn't matching how they want to show up. They might be navigating performance pressure in sport, the arts, a professional role, or study. They might be managing anxiety, processing difficult experiences, or noticing patterns that keep getting in the way. This work is for anyone who cares deeply about how they live and what they do. Together we explore what's underneath, build new ways of responding, and develop the psychological capacity to move forward in a way that reflects their values and supports the life they're working towards.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Jeremy is the director and principle clinician of a thriving psychology/counselling clinic in Malvern and is a highly experienced psychotherapist (BBus; GDipPsych; MSW, AMHSW) with a breadth of clinical experience across both the public and the private sectors. Jeremy has a clinical interest working with people through anxiety, life transitions, identity and depression. He has a strong grounding in humanistic psych & mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in EMDR for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Hi, I'm Kate, an experienced Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about empowering children, teens and their families to navigate emotional challenges, harness their strengths and develop new skills for a brighter, more resilient future.
I have a warm, empathic and collaborative therapy style tailored to meet the individual needs of my clients and their families and drawing from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. I aim to enhance the understanding of a child's unique strengths, needs and challenges, while building their capacity to manage the struggles they are experiencing.
Hi, I'm Kate, an experienced Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about empowering children, teens and their families to navigate emotional challenges, harness their strengths and develop new skills for a brighter, more resilient future.
I have a warm, empathic and collaborative therapy style tailored to meet the individual needs of my clients and their families and drawing from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. I aim to enhance the understanding of a child's unique strengths, needs and challenges, while building their capacity to manage the struggles they are experiencing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to help with your specific challenges and needs.
I strive to provide personalised, compassionate support, ensuring that each individual receives the neccessary tools and strategies needed to achieve their mental health goals. I have successfully helped individuals overcome mood and anxiety disorders, agoraphobia, PTSD, eating disorders, among many others, using exclusively evidence-based techniques.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults to help with your specific challenges and needs.
I strive to provide personalised, compassionate support, ensuring that each individual receives the neccessary tools and strategies needed to achieve their mental health goals. I have successfully helped individuals overcome mood and anxiety disorders, agoraphobia, PTSD, eating disorders, among many others, using exclusively evidence-based techniques.
Contemporary Psychology is a modern space filled with a passionate group of psychologists that work to educate and inspire the public on mental health and wellbeing. We believe psychological health care should be accessible, supportive and effective. Our clinic offers education, assessment, counselling, short term coaching and long-term therapy for all those with curious minds. All staff are qualified and experienced and uphold strict ethical standards. We provide a modern professional space where everyone in the community is welcome.
Contemporary Psychology is a modern space filled with a passionate group of psychologists that work to educate and inspire the public on mental health and wellbeing. We believe psychological health care should be accessible, supportive and effective. Our clinic offers education, assessment, counselling, short term coaching and long-term therapy for all those with curious minds. All staff are qualified and experienced and uphold strict ethical standards. We provide a modern professional space where everyone in the community is welcome.
You may have come to this site because you feel stuck – because you are not moving in the direction you most want to. You may feel aspects of your life could be better, or you may be dealing with problems that feel overwhelming. These feelings may be related to your work, relationships or health, or they may be about your attitudes and feelings toward yourself. You may not know what is wrong or why you feel the way you do. Whatever the issue, I hope I am able to help.
You may have come to this site because you feel stuck – because you are not moving in the direction you most want to. You may feel aspects of your life could be better, or you may be dealing with problems that feel overwhelming. These feelings may be related to your work, relationships or health, or they may be about your attitudes and feelings toward yourself. You may not know what is wrong or why you feel the way you do. Whatever the issue, I hope I am able to help.
As a Psychologist, I believe that building strong positive therapeutic relationships with clients is essential in helping individuals overcome challenges and reach personal and professional goals in order to thrive. I understand that making the decision to seek Psychological support can be challenging for many, I therefore endeavour to make clients feel validated, heard, understood and hopeful.
As a Psychologist, I believe that building strong positive therapeutic relationships with clients is essential in helping individuals overcome challenges and reach personal and professional goals in order to thrive. I understand that making the decision to seek Psychological support can be challenging for many, I therefore endeavour to make clients feel validated, heard, understood and hopeful.
More Therapists Nearby
Melanie Colhoun - Integrated Psychology Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chelsea Heights, VIC 3196
Our psychologists consult with children, teens and adults.
Melanie is trauma informed and has extensive experience working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, complex trauma, self-esteem and confidence issues, stress management, interpersonal and relationship difficulties and adjustment disorders such as separation, grief and loss.
Our psychologists consult with children, teens and adults.
Melanie is trauma informed and has extensive experience working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, complex trauma, self-esteem and confidence issues, stress management, interpersonal and relationship difficulties and adjustment disorders such as separation, grief and loss.
PAWS Psychology supports children, adolescents, adults and families across the lifespan, with a strong focus on neuroaffirming, strengths based care for neurodivergent clients, including autistic and ADHD individuals.
Our assessment process is collaborative and respectful, with a strong focus on clear feedback and practical recommendations, including learning strategies and supports that can be applied at home, school, work, or in daily life.
Clients are often drawn to PAWS Psychology because of our calm, nature based setting and the option of animal assisted therapy.
PAWS Psychology supports children, adolescents, adults and families across the lifespan, with a strong focus on neuroaffirming, strengths based care for neurodivergent clients, including autistic and ADHD individuals.
Our assessment process is collaborative and respectful, with a strong focus on clear feedback and practical recommendations, including learning strategies and supports that can be applied at home, school, work, or in daily life.
Clients are often drawn to PAWS Psychology because of our calm, nature based setting and the option of animal assisted therapy.
I am a supportive, nurturing Gestalt therapist helping people resolve anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, depression, the effects of trauma and many other difficulties and concerns. I love my work and I take great pleasure witnessing people strengthen their lives as they gain support and clarity.
I am passionate about helping people deepen awareness, increase well-being and growth, and experience fulfilling lives.
I am a supportive, nurturing Gestalt therapist helping people resolve anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, depression, the effects of trauma and many other difficulties and concerns. I love my work and I take great pleasure witnessing people strengthen their lives as they gain support and clarity.
I am passionate about helping people deepen awareness, increase well-being and growth, and experience fulfilling lives.
My unique perspective has proven to be beneficial with an incredibly diverse range of clients, from volunteering as a youth mentor in high schools, to peer support for expeditioners in Antarctica, to facilitating Men’s Groups in Melbourne.
If you think things could be better, you're probably right. It's hard to ignore that voice inside us that's looking for the right person to help us take the first steps. For those working through challenges, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress and anger management, relationship difficulties/divorce, major life transitions, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, illness and major injury, it helps to have someone who not only understands your situation, but has both the personal experience with what it takes to get to a place where 'better' is an option, combined with the professional expertise to get you there.
My unique perspective has proven to be beneficial with an incredibly diverse range of clients, from volunteering as a youth mentor in high schools, to peer support for expeditioners in Antarctica, to facilitating Men’s Groups in Melbourne.
If you think things could be better, you're probably right. It's hard to ignore that voice inside us that's looking for the right person to help us take the first steps. For those working through challenges, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress and anger management, relationship difficulties/divorce, major life transitions, trauma, abuse, grief and loss, illness and major injury, it helps to have someone who not only understands your situation, but has both the personal experience with what it takes to get to a place where 'better' is an option, combined with the professional expertise to get you there.
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.
Anxiety and mood presentations, Work-related psychological issues, including workplace stress, burnout, and career transitions, Neurodiversity across the lifespan, Children and adolescents, Eating disorders and body image, Cultural identity and wellbeing, Performance psychology and performance-related stress and anxiety, Life transitions and adjustment.
Therapeutic growth begins in a warm, collaborative sanctuary where you feel deeply heard, safely understood, and genuinely respected. As an AHPRA-registered Provisional Psychologist, I blend current evidence-based research with a compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming approach. Whether you are navigating workplace burnout, exploring diaspora identity, or seeking lifespan support for neurodivergence, I will walk collaboratively alongside you to build emotional insight, practical strengths, and authentic psychological wellbeing.
Anxiety and mood presentations, Work-related psychological issues, including workplace stress, burnout, and career transitions, Neurodiversity across the lifespan, Children and adolescents, Eating disorders and body image, Cultural identity and wellbeing, Performance psychology and performance-related stress and anxiety, Life transitions and adjustment.
Therapeutic growth begins in a warm, collaborative sanctuary where you feel deeply heard, safely understood, and genuinely respected. As an AHPRA-registered Provisional Psychologist, I blend current evidence-based research with a compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming approach. Whether you are navigating workplace burnout, exploring diaspora identity, or seeking lifespan support for neurodivergence, I will walk collaboratively alongside you to build emotional insight, practical strengths, and authentic psychological wellbeing.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
Life is messy and imperfect. Sexuality and identity is a lifelong journey. So many of us are limited in our exploration due to shame, stigma, or lack of sexuality education. I believe in a sex-positive approach which acknowledges and celebrates the diversity of human sexuality, identity and expression. When we are informed, empowered and validated, we live happier and more authentic lives.
I specialise in Children, Youth, and Couple Counselling.
I am a Diploma-qualified Counsellor from the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC) and am currently in my final year of a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling.
Having lived in three different countries, I have been exposed to diverse societies, cultures, and traditions. This experience has helped me become adaptable and comfortable working with people from all walks of life. I believe that life experiences deeply enhance one’s ability to empathise. I offer each client unconditional positive regard and genuine attention, as I value every individual’s story as unique and worth listening to.
I specialise in Children, Youth, and Couple Counselling.
I am a Diploma-qualified Counsellor from the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors (AIPC) and am currently in my final year of a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling.
Having lived in three different countries, I have been exposed to diverse societies, cultures, and traditions. This experience has helped me become adaptable and comfortable working with people from all walks of life. I believe that life experiences deeply enhance one’s ability to empathise. I offer each client unconditional positive regard and genuine attention, as I value every individual’s story as unique and worth listening to.
She works with teenagers & adults in 1:1 therapy sessions.
Natalie strives to create a safe, respectful and supportive environment for this process by being empathic, open-minded, and non-judgmental where clients can freely share their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
She works with teenagers & adults in 1:1 therapy sessions.
Natalie strives to create a safe, respectful and supportive environment for this process by being empathic, open-minded, and non-judgmental where clients can freely share their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I work with adults who want to better understand themselves—especially when life feels stuck, relationships are strained, or familiar emotional patterns keep resurfacing. My approach is thoughtful and steady, offering a space where you can say the things you don’t usually say, feel what’s often pushed aside, and begin to make sense of it all with support. Some people come to explore long-standing difficulties or early experiences that still shape how they relate to others and themselves. Others are navigating parenting, grief, anxiety, or identity changes in the present.
I work with adults who want to better understand themselves—especially when life feels stuck, relationships are strained, or familiar emotional patterns keep resurfacing. My approach is thoughtful and steady, offering a space where you can say the things you don’t usually say, feel what’s often pushed aside, and begin to make sense of it all with support. Some people come to explore long-standing difficulties or early experiences that still shape how they relate to others and themselves. Others are navigating parenting, grief, anxiety, or identity changes in the present.
Hi there, I’m Marie and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work with couples and individuals in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self. I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
Hi there, I’m Marie and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work with couples and individuals in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self. I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
I offer a supportive, safe and inclusive environment for clients' to feel comfortable to share their stories. I help clients delve deep to uncover their inner strengths empowering them to create a life where they can overcome obstacles and work towards fulfilling their goals and dreams.
I offer a supportive, safe and inclusive environment for clients' to feel comfortable to share their stories. I help clients delve deep to uncover their inner strengths empowering them to create a life where they can overcome obstacles and work towards fulfilling their goals and dreams.
Using a trauma-informed, brain-body approach, including techniques such as Brainspotting and EFT tapping, I help teens and adults regulate their nervous system, process underlying experiences, and build lasting confidence so they can move forward with greater ease.
I bring extensive experience across community services, schools, disability, and corporate settings. I’m also an experienced workshop facilitator and retreat host. My work supports people experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, and confidence challenges, integrating counselling with somatic techniques to support deeper and lasting change.
Using a trauma-informed, brain-body approach, including techniques such as Brainspotting and EFT tapping, I help teens and adults regulate their nervous system, process underlying experiences, and build lasting confidence so they can move forward with greater ease.
I bring extensive experience across community services, schools, disability, and corporate settings. I’m also an experienced workshop facilitator and retreat host. My work supports people experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, and confidence challenges, integrating counselling with somatic techniques to support deeper and lasting change.
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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.