Sleep or Insomnia Psychologists and Therapists in Balwyn North, VIC

Bruce Alexander
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Dr Bruce Alexander works with adults who are ready to make real, lasting change but feel stuck in patterns they haven't been able to shift on their own — whether that's anxiety, poor sleep, smoking, alcohol, gambling, weight, or low confidence.
Bruce specialises in anxiety, sleep, smoking, alcohol, gambling, weight loss, confidence, and phobias. With 27 years of clinical experience and a PhD in Medical Research, he uses structured hypnotherapy to help clients shift the beliefs and patterns driving unwanted behaviours.
Dr Bruce Alexander works with adults who are ready to make real, lasting change but feel stuck in patterns they haven't been able to shift on their own — whether that's anxiety, poor sleep, smoking, alcohol, gambling, weight, or low confidence.
Bruce specialises in anxiety, sleep, smoking, alcohol, gambling, weight loss, confidence, and phobias. With 27 years of clinical experience and a PhD in Medical Research, he uses structured hypnotherapy to help clients shift the beliefs and patterns driving unwanted behaviours.
(03) 9034 6071 View (03) 9034 6071
Carla Perrone
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Balwyn North, VIC 3104
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. My current work is targeted for older adolescents 16+ and adults. Claim your free 15-minute consultation to find out more about how we can work together to help you to achieve your goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. My current work is targeted for older adolescents 16+ and adults. Claim your free 15-minute consultation to find out more about how we can work together to help you to achieve your goals.
0473 751 365 View 0473 751 365
Benny Wong
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Balwyn North, VIC 3104
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.
(03) 7303 3442 View (03) 7303 3442
Bita Riazati Anxiety Depression Relationships
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
If you are considering psychotherapy or mental health treatment and aren’t sure where to begin, you are welcome to contact me to start with a first session. We can talk about your difficulties, what has become unbearable or overwhelming, what you are suffering with, your treatment options and what I can do for you continuing. Please fill out the booking form on my website to make an appointment. Go to bitariazati dot com dot au and click on bookings.
If you are considering psychotherapy or mental health treatment and aren’t sure where to begin, you are welcome to contact me to start with a first session. We can talk about your difficulties, what has become unbearable or overwhelming, what you are suffering with, your treatment options and what I can do for you continuing. Please fill out the booking form on my website to make an appointment. Go to bitariazati dot com dot au and click on bookings.
0433 781 919 View 0433 781 919
Vine Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with individuals, couples, and teenagers who want to better understand themselves and their relationships. Many come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected - sometimes after holding things together for a long time, or when familiar ways of coping no longer work. They’re often looking for clarity, relief, or a different way forward. In our work together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s been happening, and begin to find a path that feels steadier, more meaningful, and more aligned with who you are.
I work with individuals, couples, and teenagers who want to better understand themselves and their relationships. Many come feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected - sometimes after holding things together for a long time, or when familiar ways of coping no longer work. They’re often looking for clarity, relief, or a different way forward. In our work together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s been happening, and begin to find a path that feels steadier, more meaningful, and more aligned with who you are.
(03) 7500 5927 View (03) 7500 5927
Belinda Tune
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
I have been a practising Psychologist since 1991, working in the community sector (NGOs) and running my own practice - providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples.
I have been a practising Psychologist since 1991, working in the community sector (NGOs) and running my own practice - providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals and couples.
(03) 9070 3515 View (03) 9070 3515

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Francesca Lion
Psychotherapist
Online Only
Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence.
As a Clinical Hypnotherapist, I help clients change their experience of anxiety, flight anxiety, medical and dental anxiety, insomnia and self-confidence. My holistic approach supports you to gently update old patterns without reliving past events. I integrate mindfulness, tapping and breathwork so you can build your own "self-regulation toolkit".
Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence.
As a Clinical Hypnotherapist, I help clients change their experience of anxiety, flight anxiety, medical and dental anxiety, insomnia and self-confidence. My holistic approach supports you to gently update old patterns without reliving past events. I integrate mindfulness, tapping and breathwork so you can build your own "self-regulation toolkit".
(03) 6134 8607 View (03) 6134 8607
Natalie Morris
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
I also enjoy working with clients experiencing insomnia, OCD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, tic symptoms, and dissociative symptoms.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals. My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
I also enjoy working with clients experiencing insomnia, OCD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, tic symptoms, and dissociative symptoms.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals. My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
(03) 7003 2805 View (03) 7003 2805
Philip Phung
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Glen Iris, VIC 3146
I have interests in and can offer therapy for issues such as trauma (including workplace, motor vehicle, and complex trauma), adjustment issues, insomnia, obsessive-compulsive issues, chronic pain, anxiety & depression, phobias, panic attacks, self-criticism, and perfectionism.
Hi there! I'm Phil - a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar. I offer in-person sessions at my private practice in Glen Iris, or alternatively over telehealth. The name of my practice, Fluid Psychology, represents the qualities and approach I bring to each session as a psychologist. I aim to adapt to your unique needs by tailoring interventions to what matters to you, and by being flexible, curious, and open; avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach. I pride myself on being culturally informed and respectful, no matter your background or upbringing.
I have interests in and can offer therapy for issues such as trauma (including workplace, motor vehicle, and complex trauma), adjustment issues, insomnia, obsessive-compulsive issues, chronic pain, anxiety & depression, phobias, panic attacks, self-criticism, and perfectionism.
Hi there! I'm Phil - a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar. I offer in-person sessions at my private practice in Glen Iris, or alternatively over telehealth. The name of my practice, Fluid Psychology, represents the qualities and approach I bring to each session as a psychologist. I aim to adapt to your unique needs by tailoring interventions to what matters to you, and by being flexible, curious, and open; avoiding a one-size-fits-all approach. I pride myself on being culturally informed and respectful, no matter your background or upbringing.
(03) 8771 5409 View (03) 8771 5409
Bayside Counselling & Consultation (Wheelers Hill)
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
2 Endorsed
Wheelers Hill, VIC 3150
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
(03) 9034 6183 View (03) 9034 6183
Talking Sleep Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
I work with adults and older adults struggling with insomnia, sleep anxiety, or poor sleep quality — often people who have tried other approaches without lasting results, or who sense something deeper is keeping their nervous system alert at night.
I specialise in insomnia and sleep disorders, drawing on CBT-I, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, and EMDR. My work focuses on understanding what the nervous system is doing when sleep won't come — and building lasting safety, not just better sleep habits. Telehealth across Australia, Tuesday to Thursday.
I work with adults and older adults struggling with insomnia, sleep anxiety, or poor sleep quality — often people who have tried other approaches without lasting results, or who sense something deeper is keeping their nervous system alert at night.
I specialise in insomnia and sleep disorders, drawing on CBT-I, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, and EMDR. My work focuses on understanding what the nervous system is doing when sleep won't come — and building lasting safety, not just better sleep habits. Telehealth across Australia, Tuesday to Thursday.
1300 366 306 View 1300 366 306
Henrique Salles
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
I'm very interested in insomnia, phobias, social anxiety, ADHD, and helping people engage in fulfilling activities.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and Educational & Developmental Psychologist. I use evidence-based modalities such as CBT, CBT-I, ACT, and mindfulness. I'm experienced in developmental, cognitive, and academic assessments including for ADHD, autism, intellectual disability, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I'm a psychology board-approved supervisor.
I'm very interested in insomnia, phobias, social anxiety, ADHD, and helping people engage in fulfilling activities.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and Educational & Developmental Psychologist. I use evidence-based modalities such as CBT, CBT-I, ACT, and mindfulness. I'm experienced in developmental, cognitive, and academic assessments including for ADHD, autism, intellectual disability, dyslexia, and other learning difficulties. I'm a psychology board-approved supervisor.
(03) 8771 4589 View (03) 8771 4589
Kathryn White
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I'm available for general counselling for any life problems you may have, as well as specific strategies aimed at treating anxiety, depression and sleep difficulties.
I have specific training and experience in helping people with health-related problems, including chronic pain, cardiac illness, cancer and diabetes.
I'm available for general counselling for any life problems you may have, as well as specific strategies aimed at treating anxiety, depression and sleep difficulties.
I have specific training and experience in helping people with health-related problems, including chronic pain, cardiac illness, cancer and diabetes.
(03) 7003 2449 View (03) 7003 2449
Tialara Harris
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Collingwood, VIC 3066
I am a psychologist with 4 years of experience supporting individuals with sleep and mental health.
I believe lasting change comes from having the right tools and knowledge to manage challenges beyond therapy. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored. I respond promptly and follow through with tools and support, knowing how frustrating it is when this doesn’t happen. We’ll build a toolkit to help maintain positive change over time.
I am a psychologist with 4 years of experience supporting individuals with sleep and mental health.
I believe lasting change comes from having the right tools and knowledge to manage challenges beyond therapy. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored. I respond promptly and follow through with tools and support, knowing how frustrating it is when this doesn’t happen. We’ll build a toolkit to help maintain positive change over time.
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Belinda Ann Seymour-Wright
Psychologist, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and allow you to move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples and provide Board Approved supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful humans in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges (Training includes EMDR, IFS, ACT, IPT, CBT, DBT, Non-directive preganancy counselling for Medicare).
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and allow you to move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples and provide Board Approved supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful humans in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges (Training includes EMDR, IFS, ACT, IPT, CBT, DBT, Non-directive preganancy counselling for Medicare).
(03) 8400 0336 View (03) 8400 0336
Nikki Bray
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia).
I also offer neuroaffirming Autism assessments for adults. This assessment is not deficits focused but is instead a collaborative process where we explore your experiences, interests, discoveries, preferences, strengths and differences to see if they align with an Autistic experience.
I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia).
I also offer neuroaffirming Autism assessments for adults. This assessment is not deficits focused but is instead a collaborative process where we explore your experiences, interests, discoveries, preferences, strengths and differences to see if they align with an Autistic experience.
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James Szeto
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I offer a warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy, specialising in treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, benzodiazepine dependence, relationship difficulties, and trauma.
My therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy, schema therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy, all with a trauma-informed lense. I also have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia and experience working with medication dependence.
I offer a warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy, specialising in treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, benzodiazepine dependence, relationship difficulties, and trauma.
My therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy, schema therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy, all with a trauma-informed lense. I also have training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia and experience working with medication dependence.
0431 882 644 View 0431 882 644
Sydney Johnstone
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Carlton North, VIC 3054
Once you know exactly ‘what’ to do you will quickly regain control, find your feet, and move forward. I have over 30 years experience helping people and have been a consultant in charge of a major hospital Psychology Clinic. I have also worked in an Anxiety Disorder Clinic, and Family Therapy Clinic. This level of expertise allows for accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment. I employ practical, tested methods. When you are under stress it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you are powerless and that this is just the way things are. You will start to believe, “I’m not as capable as I once was"
Once you know exactly ‘what’ to do you will quickly regain control, find your feet, and move forward. I have over 30 years experience helping people and have been a consultant in charge of a major hospital Psychology Clinic. I have also worked in an Anxiety Disorder Clinic, and Family Therapy Clinic. This level of expertise allows for accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment. I employ practical, tested methods. When you are under stress it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you are powerless and that this is just the way things are. You will start to believe, “I’m not as capable as I once was"
(03) 7003 2792 View (03) 7003 2792
Carl Castle
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
(03) 7003 2968 View (03) 7003 2968
Catherine Gabelish
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Melbourne, VIC 3004
I am a registered psychologist based in Melbourne, working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties (including chronic insomnia), and trauma.
I utilise an integrative, evidence-based approach that includes cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT; adapted for neurodivergent clients), eye-movement desensitisation reprocessing therapy (EMDR), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I am also a certified CBT for insomnia (CBTi) practitioner.
I am a registered psychologist based in Melbourne, working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties (including chronic insomnia), and trauma.
I utilise an integrative, evidence-based approach that includes cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT; adapted for neurodivergent clients), eye-movement desensitisation reprocessing therapy (EMDR), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I am also a certified CBT for insomnia (CBTi) practitioner.
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Sleep or Insomnia Therapists
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.