Counselling in Bentleigh, VIC
Dan Solomon
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Dan, I'm a senior psychologist, working within a wonderful private practice in Bentleigh, VIC. I am very passionate about my work; my top priority is for any and all clients to experience an environment of warmth and respect throughout their therapeutic journey. I work with every individual in a way that tailors treatment to specific client needs. The decision to seek help is a very important one, therefore you will be met exactly where you are, listened to, and provided with targeted strategies for making real change.
Melanie Colhoun - Integrated Psychology Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Melanie is the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Integrated Psychology Centre, a group private practice including Clinical, Counselling. Health, Educational & Developmental registered psychologists. A Graduate of Monash University, Melanie has over eighteen years experience in private practice and other clinical settings including; university counselling, employee assistance programmes, employment services, asylum seeker detention centres and educational settings. Melanie works with adolescents and adults.
Paul Vanderputt
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Hi I'm Paul, I'm a registered Psychologist and the Director of Adaptive Counselling and Psychology in Bentleigh. I believe that good therapy means having a good therapeutic relationship, and I take the time to build this before getting stuck into treatment. I see anyone aged 15+ and have a particular focus on working with depression, anxiety (general and social), stress, and trauma.
Dimitra Tsoukalas
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified
Verified
If you’re feeling slightly overwhelmed by things or dissatisfied with where your life is, I can help you get back on track. You don’t have to go it alone! Furthermore, I am deeply passionate about helping you to effectively cope with various personal, relationship, family and /or professional challenges. The essence of my work is to facilitate self-growth by helping you to identify the core challenges and setbacks in your life, so that you can overcome them with confidence. I specialise in creating personalised plans, providing you with tools to empower and guide you in moving forward in achieving your desired goals.
Jennifer Vincent-Green
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced Psychologist who has worked extensively with both Children, Adolescents and families during the past 32 years - predominantly within the school setting and in private practice. Areas of expertise include Psychological and Educational Assessment and Counselling. I have assisted young people and adults cope with difficulties in their life, supporting them to make sense of their experiences and learn coping strategies. I am an experienced group and training facilitator in Personality assessment and Social and Emotional programs.
Sylvie Braverman
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
PLEASE NOTE I DO NOT OFFER MEDICARE REBATE SESSIONS. Life can feel like a roller coaster at times. You want to take charge of your life, but you don't know where to start. Panic, anxiety, or numbness takes over your life, and you feel that no one can understand you. You either get angry or shut down, neither of which helps you get where you need to be. By working with me, you will gain a greater understanding and awareness of your experiences and your emotions. I will help you be the driver of your life, together we will untangle the stuff that holds you back, and keeps you stuck, and feeling helpless.
Waitlist for new clients
Sarah Newstead
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I have been successfully running my own private psychology practice for the past 9 years. Prior to this I worked in government run adult, child and adolescent inpatient and outpatient facilities. I have worked with a variety of clientele from many different backgrounds. I believe therapy allows us to learn psychological resources to find relief from distress, overcome challenges and live fulfilled and meaningful lives. The benefits of this process include the development of healthy and adaptive coping strategies, loving relationships, fulfilling and prosperous life experiences.
Isabella Seddon
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Verified
Verified
Isabella is an Australian based counsellor who has completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours). She adopts a warm and empathetic approach to therapy and mainly works to address anxiety-related issues with clients of all ages. This includes health anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and generalised anxiety. She also can help with self-esteem issues, poor body-image, relationship difficulties and mood-related issues.
Rebecca Hirst
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
Life often presents us with hurdles and challenges, and sometimes we require a supporting therapeutic relationship to help us regain strength. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, high levels of stress, grief and loss, the effects of trauma, self-esteem and identity issues, concerns about body image, relationship troubles, issues at work, heightened emotions, or existential concerns. These concerns may be new, or long-standing; mild, or severe. These are all normal experiences, but that doesn't mean you should face them alone.
Not accepting new clients
Dr Gávi Ansara
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I enjoy working together to overcome oppression & help you to thrive. I often work with people in D/s relationships, non-binary folks, sex workers, & autistic people. I have 20 years of international experience in Anti-Oppressive Practice. I am a Full Clinical PACFA Registrant, an AAFT-registered Clinical Family Therapist, and an AAFT-accredited Clinical Supervisor. I am recognised by Pink Therapy as an Advanced Accredited Gender, Sex, & Relationship Diversities Therapist (AAGSRDT). I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II: Complex Trauma & Dissociation (CCTP-II) & Certified Family Trauma Professional (CFTP).
Meg Edelman
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Prov
Verified
Verified
Meg is an inclusive, empathic and empowering clinician, supporting a wide range of presentations providing a warm and safe therapeutic space. Meg utilizes a holistic and person-centred approach to therapy, where the client is considered the expert in their therapeutic journey. Meg draws upon Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness as well as art and play therapy.
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Jeremy Neumann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Jeremy is an experienced youth/family and adult counsellor and an accredited Mental Health Social Worker (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 mindfulness based approaches, completing further training in Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and also in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy for working with trauma. Jeremy incorporates the ideals of everyday mindfulness into his practice.
Kate Barber
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Kate and I am the founder of Bloom Counselling. I specialise in providing support around anxiety, loss, grief and bereavement. I have a special interest in providing support for anyone affected by cancer or a life limiting illness (such as,MND). With my experience as a Counsellor ,and 20 plus years of being a nurse, I bring experience, empathy and understanding to help you manage this very uncertain time. From the shock of a diagnosis, managing treatment, being a carer, survivorship, end of life care, decision making and everything in between, I have an understanding of what you may be going through and can support you.
aMAZEin' Minds Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified
Verified
At aMAZEin’ Minds Psychology, we combine the latest in evidence-based practices with a compassionate and empathic approach to create a welcoming environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued. We are dedicated to ensuring that each client’s experience of our services is tailored to their unique needs and goals. We aim to help our clients develop the skills and knowledge they need to function independently and thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Tuyen Phuong @childplaytherapy
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I am a child psychotherapist dedicated to supporting children from diverse backgrounds. My practice is deeply focused on relationships and individual differences. This means I meet the child and family where they are at, developmentally, emotionally, and functionally. I respect and follow the child's interests and effectively use the number one tool to support healing - affect. The therapeutic approaches I use to create individualized interventions are underpinned by DIR/Floortime developed by Dr Stanley Greenspan, Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics by Dr Bruce Perry, Attachment Theory, and Polyvagal Theory.
Natalie Miller
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in both the private and government sectors. I work with adolescents (15 years and older), young adults, and adults, and I’m especially passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Penelope Lovegrove
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting new clients. I pride myself on developing a supportive, collaborative and compassionate relationship with my clients, focusing on delivering psychological treatments based on current evidence. I work with individuals aged 17 and above across a range of issues. I am particularly interested in anxiety and related disorders in men and the intersection of mental health and menopause in women.
Clarissa Martinez
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
Verified
Verified
Hello you may have arrived here in search of support and clarity or to understand some issues that may have had a profound impact within your life. If you are looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation or you’re just ready to move into a new direction in your life I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I predominantly work one on one with adults at my practice located in Brighton, www.ruclaptyltd.com. The services I provide is an integrative mixture of Kinesiology, Counselling and Neurofeedback therapy.
David Berlinski
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm David, my approach is to be a warm and caring psychologist who will work collaboratively with you to create a safe and trusting relationship where your challenges will be explored with sensitivity and honesty. My therapeutic style is compassionate & non-judgmental, with the aim of helping you to connect with your emotions to better develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
Dr Christopher John Trotter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
Dr Trotter (BA(Psych), MSW, PhD) is an Emeritus Professor at Monash University, an accredited mental health social worker, with expertise in focused psychological strategies, individual and family counselling. I can also help with criminal and family court related issues.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.