Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Ballan, VIC

Mind Mosaics Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Mind Mosaics works with varied client presentations from general anxiety, depression to complex trauma providing them a safe and a non-judgmental space. Harpreet at Mind Mosaics offers counselling services to various age groups from teenage to elders and holds a research background in lifespan wellbeing. She practices a client centred Feedback Informed Treatment. Often clients respond well to treatment if they are psycho- educated, have goals clarity and holds a shared responsibility in the treatment.
Mind Mosaics works with varied client presentations from general anxiety, depression to complex trauma providing them a safe and a non-judgmental space. Harpreet at Mind Mosaics offers counselling services to various age groups from teenage to elders and holds a research background in lifespan wellbeing. She practices a client centred Feedback Informed Treatment. Often clients respond well to treatment if they are psycho- educated, have goals clarity and holds a shared responsibility in the treatment.
(03) 4416 2328 View (03) 4416 2328
Counsellor, Sexologist and Clinical Supervisor
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.
Hi, my name is Traci from Healing Mindz. I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. I provide the space for you to focus on your 'stuckness' and to safely sit in the 'uncomfortableness'. Does trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger hold you back from living? Maybe your relationship needs a jump start and intimacy no longer exists. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward. I also host counselling students on placement who offer FREE counselling + groups.
Individual, Couples, Group Work, Intimate Partner Violence, Family Violence, Abusive Behaviours, Anger Management, VOCAT, Grief Loss and Trauma, Mandated and Voluntary Clients, Suicidality, Mental Health - Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, AOD and Other Addictions, Sexual Health, Sexual Pleasure and Sexual Concerns, Gender identity, and Clin Supervision.
Hi, my name is Traci from Healing Mindz. I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. I provide the space for you to focus on your 'stuckness' and to safely sit in the 'uncomfortableness'. Does trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger hold you back from living? Maybe your relationship needs a jump start and intimacy no longer exists. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward. I also host counselling students on placement who offer FREE counselling + groups.
(03) 4328 3009 View (03) 4328 3009
Tamera Broughton- EMDR Immersives
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick and Daylesford. If you've been carrying trauma, anxiety, or relational pain for a long time and feel like weekly therapy isn't moving the needle fast enough, you might be ready for something different.
Hi, I'm Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick and Daylesford. If you've been carrying trauma, anxiety, or relational pain for a long time and feel like weekly therapy isn't moving the needle fast enough, you might be ready for something different.
(03) 4420 3660 View (03) 4420 3660
Clare Barrett
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Relationships, addictions, anxiety and stress can make life feel like a burden.
I hold safe space with no judgement for adolescents, adults, individuals or couples. I have spent 20 years supporting people through relationship ruptures, addictive behaviours or just being stuck. You will be companioned through mindfulness and systems based psychotherapy that supports you in unpacking the hidden gems that lie beneath the current situation.
Relationships, addictions, anxiety and stress can make life feel like a burden.
I hold safe space with no judgement for adolescents, adults, individuals or couples. I have spent 20 years supporting people through relationship ruptures, addictive behaviours or just being stuck. You will be companioned through mindfulness and systems based psychotherapy that supports you in unpacking the hidden gems that lie beneath the current situation.
(03) 4422 2033 View (03) 4422 2033

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Melissa Arch
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My main counselling expertise is in the Alcohol and Other Drugs/mental health field, for which I hold qualifications and have practised, in various community settings, for the past ten years.
My practice enables clients to be their authentic selves, whilst gaining insight and clarity into existing issues that they bring forward. Strengths based, person centred and holistic care, through a trauma informed lens ,is the core of my practice. I mainly work with individual adults, with a breadth of experience, both lived and learned. Previous clients have relayed that they felt relaxed, due to my authentic and empathetic approach, which helps them be open. I condone that a person is the expert of their own life and is equipped with the tools to move forward and I am there to guide them on their journey.
My main counselling expertise is in the Alcohol and Other Drugs/mental health field, for which I hold qualifications and have practised, in various community settings, for the past ten years.
My practice enables clients to be their authentic selves, whilst gaining insight and clarity into existing issues that they bring forward. Strengths based, person centred and holistic care, through a trauma informed lens ,is the core of my practice. I mainly work with individual adults, with a breadth of experience, both lived and learned. Previous clients have relayed that they felt relaxed, due to my authentic and empathetic approach, which helps them be open. I condone that a person is the expert of their own life and is equipped with the tools to move forward and I am there to guide them on their journey.
(03) 4328 2210 View (03) 4328 2210
Ethos Psychotherapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I can assist clients who have experienced trauma, are managing substance issues, grief, or are experiencing relationship issues.
Are you experiencing difficulties within yourself or in your relationships? How do you get through life? Do you feel things need to change? I maintain clients' mental health by helping them better understand themselves and their situations so they can find peace, balance and positivity.
I can assist clients who have experienced trauma, are managing substance issues, grief, or are experiencing relationship issues.
Are you experiencing difficulties within yourself or in your relationships? How do you get through life? Do you feel things need to change? I maintain clients' mental health by helping them better understand themselves and their situations so they can find peace, balance and positivity.
(03) 4410 8579 View (03) 4410 8579
Amanpreet Kaur
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Caroline Springs, VIC 3023
I specialise in supporting clients with addiction and physical health condition along with mental health concerns.
I support you in building holistic and balanced routine. I support in building emotional mastery, in building healthy coping mechanisms, sustained growth, build resilience under pressure. In short, I will show you the way out emotionally and physically when you are going through tough life and health situations.
I specialise in supporting clients with addiction and physical health condition along with mental health concerns.
I support you in building holistic and balanced routine. I support in building emotional mastery, in building healthy coping mechanisms, sustained growth, build resilience under pressure. In short, I will show you the way out emotionally and physically when you are going through tough life and health situations.
(03) 7302 2715 View (03) 7302 2715
Q Soma Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Jodie (they/she), I'm an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) and Family Violence Counsellor, based in Melbourne and Ballarat on unceded Wurundjeri and Wadawurrung lands.
My specialist training is in safely processing trauma - I offer a warm and direct feminist, anti-oppressive and liberatory counselling space, with regular neurodivergent-affirming practice trainings. I can offer EMDR therapy, ACT & IFS/ego/parts work. Sessions take place on weekday evenings (zoom/in-person) or on Wednesdays (zoom).
My name is Jodie (they/she), I'm an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) and Family Violence Counsellor, based in Melbourne and Ballarat on unceded Wurundjeri and Wadawurrung lands.
My specialist training is in safely processing trauma - I offer a warm and direct feminist, anti-oppressive and liberatory counselling space, with regular neurodivergent-affirming practice trainings. I can offer EMDR therapy, ACT & IFS/ego/parts work. Sessions take place on weekday evenings (zoom/in-person) or on Wednesdays (zoom).
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Heart and Hope Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
I provide counselling, therapy and social work services in both the Ballarat and Footscray areas as well as online. I provide supportive, empathic and flexible responses to individual needs, taking the body, mind and soul into consideration. I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns. I am passionate about holding the hope and working from the heart as well as utilising diverse knowledge and skills. It is important to me that counselling is affordable to people who need it.
I provide counselling, therapy and social work services in both the Ballarat and Footscray areas as well as online. I provide supportive, empathic and flexible responses to individual needs, taking the body, mind and soul into consideration. I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns. I am passionate about holding the hope and working from the heart as well as utilising diverse knowledge and skills. It is important to me that counselling is affordable to people who need it.
(03) 8658 2101 View (03) 8658 2101
Veronica A Collins
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss.
I specialise in process-oriented psychology working with individuals and groups, working with feelings, thoughts, dreams and body sensations, bringing meaning and purpose to an individual’s life in general.
I offer holistic psychotherapy and counselling to address issues of inner and outer conflict, depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, low confidence, grief and loss.
I specialise in process-oriented psychology working with individuals and groups, working with feelings, thoughts, dreams and body sensations, bringing meaning and purpose to an individual’s life in general.
(03) 4410 8583 View (03) 4410 8583
Ballarat online Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
Mark has worked in drug & alcohol, relationships and mental health.
Hi, I’m Mark — a counsellor based in Ballarat. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. Together, we’ll uncover the strengths and qualities within you that can spark your recovery. Building self-esteem and nurturing healthier relationships can open the way to a more fulfilling life.
Mark has worked in drug & alcohol, relationships and mental health.
Hi, I’m Mark — a counsellor based in Ballarat. I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. Together, we’ll uncover the strengths and qualities within you that can spark your recovery. Building self-esteem and nurturing healthier relationships can open the way to a more fulfilling life.
(03) 4327 9601 View (03) 4327 9601
Vinay Nair
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Most of the people I work with are migrants, international students or first-generation professionals juggling family expectations, career pressure and the quiet loneliness of starting over in a new country. Some come in because work has become unmanageable. Others because old cultural messages about mental health are colliding with a life that no longer fits them. I've lived a version of this myself - moving from India, working in IT, then rebuilding around counselling. We validate what's actually going on, then build a plan you can use.
Most of the people I work with are migrants, international students or first-generation professionals juggling family expectations, career pressure and the quiet loneliness of starting over in a new country. Some come in because work has become unmanageable. Others because old cultural messages about mental health are colliding with a life that no longer fits them. I've lived a version of this myself - moving from India, working in IT, then rebuilding around counselling. We validate what's actually going on, then build a plan you can use.
(03) 7302 8446 View (03) 7302 8446
Inas Abosh
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a qualified Counsellor, specialised in Depression, Relationships, Career, Return to Work, Rehabilitation, and Vocational counselling. I have a Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation and mental health Counselling from Latrobe University. I am accredited by the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors (ASORC). Many years experience working with individuals and families, offering support in challenges accompanied by mental health, unemployment, disability and domestic violence.
I am a qualified Counsellor, specialised in Depression, Relationships, Career, Return to Work, Rehabilitation, and Vocational counselling. I have a Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation and mental health Counselling from Latrobe University. I am accredited by the Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors (ASORC). Many years experience working with individuals and families, offering support in challenges accompanied by mental health, unemployment, disability and domestic violence.
(03) 7303 3921 View (03) 7303 3921
Jackie Chapman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Werribee, VIC 3030
I changed my career later in life in order to assist people in reaching their goals. I offer person-centric support to anyone who needs it and will work with you to develop the right treatment plan.
I changed my career later in life in order to assist people in reaching their goals. I offer person-centric support to anyone who needs it and will work with you to develop the right treatment plan.
(03) 7302 2036 View (03) 7302 2036
Tenille Dilorenzo
Psychologist, MPsych
Geelong, VIC 3220
I recognise that asking for help is hard, and finding the right psychologist isn't always easy. Building trust takes time and going to therapy (for the first time or the tenth time) can be overwhelming. We all want to be truly seen and heard, and within the counselling space we can begin to create that. I am a Forensic & Clinical Psych and provide individual counselling with a focus on, trauma, addiction, mood & anxiety disorders, grief & loss, personality disorders and offending behaviour. No matter your life story, you can come to therapy and take your armour off to begin to truly heal. Don't hesitate to call, text or email.
I recognise that asking for help is hard, and finding the right psychologist isn't always easy. Building trust takes time and going to therapy (for the first time or the tenth time) can be overwhelming. We all want to be truly seen and heard, and within the counselling space we can begin to create that. I am a Forensic & Clinical Psych and provide individual counselling with a focus on, trauma, addiction, mood & anxiety disorders, grief & loss, personality disorders and offending behaviour. No matter your life story, you can come to therapy and take your armour off to begin to truly heal. Don't hesitate to call, text or email.
(03) 4236 9624 View (03) 4236 9624
Rebecca Lister
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Daylesford, VIC 3460
Rebecca has worked as a Social Worker for over 35 years and offers individual counselling, and supervision. Rebecca works from a relationship based approach to counselling and develops warm, trusting and open therapeutic relationships driven by curiosity, self-compassion, affirmation and genuine care for clients. From her many years of experience Rebecca understands that counselling and support also involves, at times, sitting with discomfort. Her skills enable her to do this in a wide range of settings without fear or judgement.
Rebecca has worked as a Social Worker for over 35 years and offers individual counselling, and supervision. Rebecca works from a relationship based approach to counselling and develops warm, trusting and open therapeutic relationships driven by curiosity, self-compassion, affirmation and genuine care for clients. From her many years of experience Rebecca understands that counselling and support also involves, at times, sitting with discomfort. Her skills enable her to do this in a wide range of settings without fear or judgement.
(03) 4422 4425 View (03) 4422 4425
Tony O'Loughlin
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You don't have to keep carrying it alone. Maybe anxiety has been with you so long it feels normal — the racing thoughts, the tight chest, the sense that something's always about to go wrong. Maybe trauma has left you disconnected from yourself or the people you love. Or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect, and you're not sure who you are anymore. Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a teen navigating something hard — this is a space where you can breathe, be seen, and start to heal. I'm Tony, a PACFA-registered psychotherapist in Castlemaine and online across Australia.
You don't have to keep carrying it alone. Maybe anxiety has been with you so long it feels normal — the racing thoughts, the tight chest, the sense that something's always about to go wrong. Maybe trauma has left you disconnected from yourself or the people you love. Or life has shifted in ways you didn't expect, and you're not sure who you are anymore. Whether you're an individual, a couple, or a teen navigating something hard — this is a space where you can breathe, be seen, and start to heal. I'm Tony, a PACFA-registered psychotherapist in Castlemaine and online across Australia.
(02) 5849 6468 View (02) 5849 6468
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
(08) 7008 7605 View (08) 7008 7605
Sebastian Kitchen
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Seb & I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist working somatically with clients in Bendigo & Kyneton. For me, Psychotherapy is the science and art of creating transformative change by using the healing power of relationships that are grounded in safety and trust. The motivation for change might be prompted by a loss, a crisis or a need to fix specific problems, yet it often ends up with stepping into a deeper, more connected sense of self, responsibility, love & freedom. Thus, Psychotherapy is a place to accept and come to terms with how our experiences and stories have shaped us into who we are, and how we live and love.
My name is Seb & I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist working somatically with clients in Bendigo & Kyneton. For me, Psychotherapy is the science and art of creating transformative change by using the healing power of relationships that are grounded in safety and trust. The motivation for change might be prompted by a loss, a crisis or a need to fix specific problems, yet it often ends up with stepping into a deeper, more connected sense of self, responsibility, love & freedom. Thus, Psychotherapy is a place to accept and come to terms with how our experiences and stories have shaped us into who we are, and how we live and love.
(03) 4420 3637 View (03) 4420 3637
KIT Psychology - Michelle Maya
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Ballarat Central, VIC 3350
Hello I'm Michelle. In my practice, I work alongside young people & adults to support them in navigating life’s challenges, achieving desired improvements in their mental health, wellbeing, relationships and life circumstances. I have a gentle, compassionate nature and provide a comfortable, discreet space where my clients feel safe and supported to share, grow and connect with inner wisdom. My approach is intuitive, flexible and strengths-based, often solution-focused and always person centered around an individual’s unique interests, values and hopes for the future.
Hello I'm Michelle. In my practice, I work alongside young people & adults to support them in navigating life’s challenges, achieving desired improvements in their mental health, wellbeing, relationships and life circumstances. I have a gentle, compassionate nature and provide a comfortable, discreet space where my clients feel safe and supported to share, grow and connect with inner wisdom. My approach is intuitive, flexible and strengths-based, often solution-focused and always person centered around an individual’s unique interests, values and hopes for the future.
(03) 4320 5400 View (03) 4320 5400
Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.