Anger Management Psychologists and Therapists in Balwyn, VIC

Craig Russouw
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, phobias, stage of life changes, life stress, Autism Spectrum Disorder and PTSD.
With 20 years’ experience working in psychology, I have supported many community members on their mental health journeys and helped a wide range of people, including adults and children. I am a relationship based professional and I pride myself on being able to establish engaging relationships with my clients and their carers, in a safe and calming space. I work with women and men, and specialise in being able to connect with men and young people.
I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, phobias, stage of life changes, life stress, Autism Spectrum Disorder and PTSD.
With 20 years’ experience working in psychology, I have supported many community members on their mental health journeys and helped a wide range of people, including adults and children. I am a relationship based professional and I pride myself on being able to establish engaging relationships with my clients and their carers, in a safe and calming space. I work with women and men, and specialise in being able to connect with men and young people.
(03) 7003 2316 View (03) 7003 2316
Tanja Ben-Meir
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward. Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward. Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
(03) 9118 9020 View (03) 9118 9020
Christopher Grace
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Chris is a qualified and highly experienced psychologist and family therapist who offers professional and confidential counselling services. Chris primarily works with men throughout their life stages, often addressing issues related to anxiety and depression. Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
Chris is a qualified and highly experienced psychologist and family therapist who offers professional and confidential counselling services. Chris primarily works with men throughout their life stages, often addressing issues related to anxiety and depression. Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
(03) 7500 5385 View (03) 7500 5385
Helen Telfer
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Better relationships are life giving but figuring out how to relate can be tricky. We oscillate between feeling connected, then disconnected and we often get stuck in a cycle of misunderstanding. Want to improve your interaction and be understood? Need help to address uncertainty and clarify need? Want insight into why you're getting stuck? Need help to brainstorm options and change the way you relate? We all struggle and we all have issues that we need to address, so let's do it... 0404 480 316
Better relationships are life giving but figuring out how to relate can be tricky. We oscillate between feeling connected, then disconnected and we often get stuck in a cycle of misunderstanding. Want to improve your interaction and be understood? Need help to address uncertainty and clarify need? Want insight into why you're getting stuck? Need help to brainstorm options and change the way you relate? We all struggle and we all have issues that we need to address, so let's do it... 0404 480 316
(08) 9126 9357 View (08) 9126 9357
A Drop in Emotion Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious or disconnected, and want more than a quick fix. Clients may be navigating relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, people-pleasing, boundaries, major life transitions, or the emotional changes of pregnancy and becoming a parent. Together, we explore the patterns that keep you stuck, build practical tools for change, and create space to feel more connected, confident and in control.
Individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious or disconnected, and want more than a quick fix. Clients may be navigating relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, people-pleasing, boundaries, major life transitions, or the emotional changes of pregnancy and becoming a parent. Together, we explore the patterns that keep you stuck, build practical tools for change, and create space to feel more connected, confident and in control.
(03) 4151 9410 View (03) 4151 9410
Chris Franck
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am passionate in helping people of all genders and standing in life, with a focus on men in need of direction in life, recover from traumatic events and adjustment to life challenges and changes, struggling with high prevalence disorders and AOD / changes related to addictions. Being a Veteran myself, I strongly align practices for people in active or former services.
I am passionate in helping people of all genders and standing in life, with a focus on men in need of direction in life, recover from traumatic events and adjustment to life challenges and changes, struggling with high prevalence disorders and AOD / changes related to addictions. Being a Veteran myself, I strongly align practices for people in active or former services.
(07) 5451 4034 View (07) 5451 4034
Navid Khorassani
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Pain has a strange way of shrinking the world. Anxiety reduces it to the next catastrophe. Depression drains it of colour. Trauma brings the past into the present. And relationships can turn love, fear and abandonment into the same story. What hurts has a history. But the next scene has not yet been written.
Pain has a strange way of shrinking the world. Anxiety reduces it to the next catastrophe. Depression drains it of colour. Trauma brings the past into the present. And relationships can turn love, fear and abandonment into the same story. What hurts has a history. But the next scene has not yet been written.
(03) 7065 6525 View (03) 7065 6525
Dr Timothy Doyle
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I most commonly work with people experiencing concerns with their mood or depression, anxiety, ADHD, issues with substance use, chronic pain, anger management, self-esteem, personality and coping difficulties, or work-related stress.
I'm committed to applying evidence-based psychological science in effective therapeutic practice and solutions. In addition to private practice, I have experience in public mental health services, pain clinics, lecturing, and professional supervision. I welcome enquiries from both self-referred private patients, and those with GP or psychiatrist referrals.
I most commonly work with people experiencing concerns with their mood or depression, anxiety, ADHD, issues with substance use, chronic pain, anger management, self-esteem, personality and coping difficulties, or work-related stress.
I'm committed to applying evidence-based psychological science in effective therapeutic practice and solutions. In addition to private practice, I have experience in public mental health services, pain clinics, lecturing, and professional supervision. I welcome enquiries from both self-referred private patients, and those with GP or psychiatrist referrals.
(03) 7034 4340 View (03) 7034 4340
Josie Wolfram
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, ADHD, autism, emotional dysregulation or challenging behaviours begin affecting everyday life. I work with children, adolescents and adults, helping them understand what is happening beneath the surface and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. As a Counsellor and NDIS Registered Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner, I also support parents and families with behavioural concerns, school refusal and complex needs. My approach is warm, trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and tailored to each person's strengths and goals.
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, ADHD, autism, emotional dysregulation or challenging behaviours begin affecting everyday life. I work with children, adolescents and adults, helping them understand what is happening beneath the surface and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. As a Counsellor and NDIS Registered Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner, I also support parents and families with behavioural concerns, school refusal and complex needs. My approach is warm, trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and tailored to each person's strengths and goals.
0466 639 892 View 0466 639 892
Blokes Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Accepting New Clients Now! Our mission at Blokes Psychology is to empower and support men in their mental health journey. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where men can openly discuss their life challenges, feelings and emotions without fear of judgment. Through evidence-based practices and a holistic approach, we aim to assist men in achieving optimal mental wellness and improve the quality of their lives. Our goal is to break down the stigma surrounding men's mental health and provide accessible resources for all boys & men to improve their mental wellbeing. We have offices in Cheltenham, Hawthorn & Scoresby!
Accepting New Clients Now! Our mission at Blokes Psychology is to empower and support men in their mental health journey. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where men can openly discuss their life challenges, feelings and emotions without fear of judgment. Through evidence-based practices and a holistic approach, we aim to assist men in achieving optimal mental wellness and improve the quality of their lives. Our goal is to break down the stigma surrounding men's mental health and provide accessible resources for all boys & men to improve their mental wellbeing. We have offices in Cheltenham, Hawthorn & Scoresby!
(03) 9070 5494 View (03) 9070 5494
Jacynta Hodges
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Specialising in high risk adolescents and adults, I offer contemporary psychoanalysis and EMDR resulting in powerful therapeutic benefits. Integrating several types of therapy (CBT, solution focused, problem solving), psychoanalysis informs my work in terms of the way I conceptualise the client's current problems and EMDR (as needed) results in a faster way of processing trauma. Combining these two therapies provides effective in-depth therapy with relatively brief therapy. If you have been suffering with unresolved psychological trauma, I can help you to overcome the problems that are keeping you from maximising your potential.
Specialising in high risk adolescents and adults, I offer contemporary psychoanalysis and EMDR resulting in powerful therapeutic benefits. Integrating several types of therapy (CBT, solution focused, problem solving), psychoanalysis informs my work in terms of the way I conceptualise the client's current problems and EMDR (as needed) results in a faster way of processing trauma. Combining these two therapies provides effective in-depth therapy with relatively brief therapy. If you have been suffering with unresolved psychological trauma, I can help you to overcome the problems that are keeping you from maximising your potential.
(03) 8771 4020 View (03) 8771 4020
Fiona Cheung
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
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Ruku Srivastava
Psychologist
Serves Area
Ruku is passionate about working with clients from a diverse range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds. Her practice is empathetic, culturally responsive and trauma informed. She has extensive experience in community and welfare settings and is able to provide psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of issues. Ruku uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-focused therapy and Mindfulness-based interventions to assist individuals to achieve their goals and increase overall wellbeing. Ruku can provide therapy in English and Hindi.
Ruku is passionate about working with clients from a diverse range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds. Her practice is empathetic, culturally responsive and trauma informed. She has extensive experience in community and welfare settings and is able to provide psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of issues. Ruku uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Solution-focused therapy and Mindfulness-based interventions to assist individuals to achieve their goals and increase overall wellbeing. Ruku can provide therapy in English and Hindi.
(03) 8771 4030 View (03) 8771 4030
Agnieszka Mazus M.c. M.sc. M.a.
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Serves Area
Relationship counsellor. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Gottman l.2. Academic background, PACFA-registration. Empathy, perspective, ethics, inclusion, no-judgment. In-person (Melbourne and Gisborne) & online. Languages: English, Spanish, Polish. Clients: couples and individuals. Goal: make every client feel heard, understood, and professionally supported. I help couples with communication, connection, recovery from crisis, infidelity, rupture and life demands. I support clients through life changes, breakup, and adjustment problems. Unbiased, non-judgmental, respecting cultural and gender diversity.
Relationship counsellor. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), Gottman l.2. Academic background, PACFA-registration. Empathy, perspective, ethics, inclusion, no-judgment. In-person (Melbourne and Gisborne) & online. Languages: English, Spanish, Polish. Clients: couples and individuals. Goal: make every client feel heard, understood, and professionally supported. I help couples with communication, connection, recovery from crisis, infidelity, rupture and life demands. I support clients through life changes, breakup, and adjustment problems. Unbiased, non-judgmental, respecting cultural and gender diversity.
(03) 7003 2961 View (03) 7003 2961
Sarah McMurtrie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
(03) 8771 5307 View (03) 8771 5307
Darren Perry
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
(03) 8203 5754 View (03) 8203 5754
StreetWisePsychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Being overwhelmed, uncertain or in pain, is your unconscious saying it's time for a change. Frequently, though, working out what, or how to do that, can also be overwhelming, and might only be possible with an ally from outside your normal environment .....So ... What I offer is the result of many years of experiences, often unwelcome at the time, which now turn out to be really worthwhile working with people in distress, or people simply seeking change, or wanting a new (outlook on) life. My 'speciality' would be; people who are new to therapy, and those not so new, looking for something different.
Being overwhelmed, uncertain or in pain, is your unconscious saying it's time for a change. Frequently, though, working out what, or how to do that, can also be overwhelming, and might only be possible with an ally from outside your normal environment .....So ... What I offer is the result of many years of experiences, often unwelcome at the time, which now turn out to be really worthwhile working with people in distress, or people simply seeking change, or wanting a new (outlook on) life. My 'speciality' would be; people who are new to therapy, and those not so new, looking for something different.
0410 521 440 View 0410 521 440
How is Your Psychology Journey? Needing a safe space to be, where your authentic self is heard and seen? Seeking a place where your psychological and emotional well-being is taken seriously? In need of a genuine therapeutic connection with sensitivity, calm empathy and advanced doctoral-level care? I am passionate about helping you navigate emotions, thoughts and behavior patterns in life, work & social contexts to help open up healthier ways of being with self and others. I use evidence-based ways to support emotional endurance to work through psychological pain to find meaning, purpose & growth for fulfillment at your own pace.
How is Your Psychology Journey? Needing a safe space to be, where your authentic self is heard and seen? Seeking a place where your psychological and emotional well-being is taken seriously? In need of a genuine therapeutic connection with sensitivity, calm empathy and advanced doctoral-level care? I am passionate about helping you navigate emotions, thoughts and behavior patterns in life, work & social contexts to help open up healthier ways of being with self and others. I use evidence-based ways to support emotional endurance to work through psychological pain to find meaning, purpose & growth for fulfillment at your own pace.
0431 709 150 View 0431 709 150
Milly Tupthim
Psychologist, MPsych
Online Only
My practice style is collaborative, neuro-affirming, and culturally attuned. I understand the challenges of holding multiple cultural identities and seeking help when you're used to managing everything yourself.
My practice style is collaborative, neuro-affirming, and culturally attuned. I understand the challenges of holding multiple cultural identities and seeking help when you're used to managing everything yourself.
(07) 3305 5811 View (07) 3305 5811
Auburn Road Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Auburn Road Psychology is a small collective of psychologists passionate about providing psychological support to children, teens, and adults. Our services include therapy (ACT, CBT, EMDR, EPR and mindfulness-based approaches) and comprehensive developmental assessments (e.g. ADHD and autism assessments, cognitive and educational assessments), tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Auburn Road Psychology is a small collective of psychologists passionate about providing psychological support to children, teens, and adults. Our services include therapy (ACT, CBT, EMDR, EPR and mindfulness-based approaches) and comprehensive developmental assessments (e.g. ADHD and autism assessments, cognitive and educational assessments), tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
(03) 9002 4287 View (03) 9002 4287
Anger Management Therapists
How long does therapy take for anger management?
Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?
Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?
Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.