Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Bentleigh, VIC
I work with adolescence and adults focusing on promoting mental health, resilience, and personal growth through evidence-based and compassionate care.
I work with individuals to address a wide range of mental health concerns, build coping strategies, and enhance overall wellbeing. I also support organisations and their employees in navigating personal and work-related challenges.
I work with adolescence and adults focusing on promoting mental health, resilience, and personal growth through evidence-based and compassionate care.
I work with individuals to address a wide range of mental health concerns, build coping strategies, and enhance overall wellbeing. I also support organisations and their employees in navigating personal and work-related challenges.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with a wide range of presentations including: Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Social Anxiety, Relationship difficulties and school refusal.
I look for are to working with you using a goal centered approach to improve my clients' quality of life by developing coping mechanisms and preventative strategies. My aim is that clients feel increasingly independent in managing their daily stressors by implementing CBT, DBT and mindfulness practices.
I have worked in both private practice and the NDIS for 5+ years with a broad spectrum of co-occurring presentations. Additionally, I have worked closely with families of clients including parents and carers to assist individuals' in reaching their goals and maintaining their progress.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with a wide range of presentations including: Borderline Personality Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Social Anxiety, Relationship difficulties and school refusal.
I look for are to working with you using a goal centered approach to improve my clients' quality of life by developing coping mechanisms and preventative strategies. My aim is that clients feel increasingly independent in managing their daily stressors by implementing CBT, DBT and mindfulness practices.
I have worked in both private practice and the NDIS for 5+ years with a broad spectrum of co-occurring presentations. Additionally, I have worked closely with families of clients including parents and carers to assist individuals' in reaching their goals and maintaining their progress.
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: Child and Adolescent issues and development; Developmental transitions; Relationships and Interpersonal Issues; Anxiety/Depression management; Conflict resolution and Mediation; Stress Management; Study Skills and Parenting Skills. Therapeutic interventions used include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy; Brief Solution Focused Therapy; Family Therapy; Conflict Resolution and Mediation; Stress Management and Coping Skills.
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: Child and Adolescent issues and development; Developmental transitions; Relationships and Interpersonal Issues; Anxiety/Depression management; Conflict resolution and Mediation; Stress Management; Study Skills and Parenting Skills. Therapeutic interventions used include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy; Brief Solution Focused Therapy; Family Therapy; Conflict Resolution and Mediation; Stress Management and Coping Skills.
As a psychologist, I feel privileged, to observe & work with the difficult life experiences, which lead individuals to engage in therapy. I believe that therapy is a form of self-exploration & learning. In sessions, I use safe, containing ways to help clients process their thoughts and feelings, gaining insight and understanding, so that they can navigate the world around them, with a sense of confidence, purpose and hope. I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
As a psychologist, I feel privileged, to observe & work with the difficult life experiences, which lead individuals to engage in therapy. I believe that therapy is a form of self-exploration & learning. In sessions, I use safe, containing ways to help clients process their thoughts and feelings, gaining insight and understanding, so that they can navigate the world around them, with a sense of confidence, purpose and hope. I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
I have over 10 years of experience working in mental health, supporting adults and adolescents.
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.
I have over 10 years of experience working in mental health, supporting adults and adolescents.
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.
This includes working with children & teens in both primary /secondary schools.
I’m Dimitra Tsoukalas and I am a registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist with over 15 yrs experience and 30+ in relationship mgt. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure or unfulfilled. Let me help you learn & develop better ways to handle issues standing in your way so that you can overcome them with confidence. I am curious, nurturing and pride myself on being client centered & non-judgmental which enables me to engage & build a safe place for you to be able to express yourself authentically. I specialise in anxiety, trauma & relationships & I have a variety of tools / modalities to help you become the best version of YOU!
This includes working with children & teens in both primary /secondary schools.
I’m Dimitra Tsoukalas and I am a registered Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist with over 15 yrs experience and 30+ in relationship mgt. Life's too short to be unhappy, unsure or unfulfilled. Let me help you learn & develop better ways to handle issues standing in your way so that you can overcome them with confidence. I am curious, nurturing and pride myself on being client centered & non-judgmental which enables me to engage & build a safe place for you to be able to express yourself authentically. I specialise in anxiety, trauma & relationships & I have a variety of tools / modalities to help you become the best version of YOU!
Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others.
If you are worried how your child will respond to a psychologist then My Vibe can help. Maria uses engaging and fun activities and her friendly manner helps put children and parents at ease. My Vibe is a 'boutique' practice with only one clinician, allowing us to really focus on each of our clients and addressing their needs.
Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others.
If you are worried how your child will respond to a psychologist then My Vibe can help. Maria uses engaging and fun activities and her friendly manner helps put children and parents at ease. My Vibe is a 'boutique' practice with only one clinician, allowing us to really focus on each of our clients and addressing their needs.
Melanie Colhoun - Integrated Psychology Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Bentleigh, VIC 3204
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.
My core area of expertise is relationship counselling, where I support couples and individuals in strengthening connection, improving communication, and navigating relational challenges. I draw on evidence‑based approaches such as Gottman therapy, schema therapy for couples, CBT, ACT, EMDR, and schema therapy to help clients understand patterns, heal emotional wounds, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
My core area of expertise is relationship counselling, where I support couples and individuals in strengthening connection, improving communication, and navigating relational challenges. I draw on evidence‑based approaches such as Gottman therapy, schema therapy for couples, CBT, ACT, EMDR, and schema therapy to help clients understand patterns, heal emotional wounds, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
My treatment approach is very individualised to the child/ adolescent.
Hello, I am deeply passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families through life’s challenges. My professional experience—combined with personal insight as a parent of a child with Autism—has shaped my commitment to working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with Autism and ADHD. I find great fulfilment in providing counselling to children, teens, and their parents, offering compassionate and practical support across a range of concerns. These include behavioural challenges, emotional regulation, grief and loss, learning difficulties, school refusal, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties.
My treatment approach is very individualised to the child/ adolescent.
Hello, I am deeply passionate about supporting children, adolescents, and families through life’s challenges. My professional experience—combined with personal insight as a parent of a child with Autism—has shaped my commitment to working with neurodiverse individuals, including those with Autism and ADHD. I find great fulfilment in providing counselling to children, teens, and their parents, offering compassionate and practical support across a range of concerns. These include behavioural challenges, emotional regulation, grief and loss, learning difficulties, school refusal, anxiety, and mood-related difficulties.
Amy Redman Psychology - EMDR/ Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults.
I utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Any approach used is in consultation with the client based on their needs.
I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults.
I utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Any approach used is in consultation with the client based on their needs.
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions run deep or your world has shifted in ways you didn’t expect. I support women and individuals navigating grief, trauma, birth loss, identity changes, behavioural challenges, and emotional overwhelm. My approach integrates art therapy, somatic awareness, and transpersonal counselling to gently explore what is held beneath the surface. Working from Murrumbeena, and supporting clients across Carnegie, Hughesdale, Oakleigh, and Bentleigh, I offer a grounded, safe space to reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity and strength.
Life can feel overwhelming when emotions run deep or your world has shifted in ways you didn’t expect. I support women and individuals navigating grief, trauma, birth loss, identity changes, behavioural challenges, and emotional overwhelm. My approach integrates art therapy, somatic awareness, and transpersonal counselling to gently explore what is held beneath the surface. Working from Murrumbeena, and supporting clients across Carnegie, Hughesdale, Oakleigh, and Bentleigh, I offer a grounded, safe space to reconnect with yourself and move forward with clarity and strength.
Rachel is a compassionate Psychologist dedicated to providing support to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adolescents and adults, who are navigating a variety of challenges.
Rachel understands that creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy is essential for positive outcomes. She believes in taking a holistic approach that involves collaborating closely with families and support teams, recognizing the integral role they play in therapeutic success.
Rachel is a compassionate Psychologist dedicated to providing support to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adolescents and adults, who are navigating a variety of challenges.
Rachel understands that creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy is essential for positive outcomes. She believes in taking a holistic approach that involves collaborating closely with families and support teams, recognizing the integral role they play in therapeutic success.
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.
I am passionate about working with clients who are wanting to find that different path in life. As a family therapist, I have worked with families to focus on parenting, family dynamics, finding different ways or building relationships with each other. I enjoy working with couples who are wanting to explore the potentials of their relationship and to work out where their next steps are. As an ACA Clinical Supervisor, I run individual and group supervision for counsellors - to find a safe space to have a growth mindset to continually learn how to build up their therapeutic skills.
I am passionate about working with clients who are wanting to find that different path in life. As a family therapist, I have worked with families to focus on parenting, family dynamics, finding different ways or building relationships with each other. I enjoy working with couples who are wanting to explore the potentials of their relationship and to work out where their next steps are. As an ACA Clinical Supervisor, I run individual and group supervision for counsellors - to find a safe space to have a growth mindset to continually learn how to build up their therapeutic skills.
At Keystone Psychology we believe that every child deserves to live a healthy and happy life. We are forensic psychologists and our expertise is in the assessment and treatment of children and young people who engage in a range of sensitive and complex behaviours including high risk behaviours that may, if left unaddressed, have negative impacts on their future. This includes behaviours that are disrespectful, inappropriate, problematic and or harmful; as well as physical/sexual violence. Our clients may have also experienced abuse and are seeking a personalised approach for therapy. We help our clients get back on track.
At Keystone Psychology we believe that every child deserves to live a healthy and happy life. We are forensic psychologists and our expertise is in the assessment and treatment of children and young people who engage in a range of sensitive and complex behaviours including high risk behaviours that may, if left unaddressed, have negative impacts on their future. This includes behaviours that are disrespectful, inappropriate, problematic and or harmful; as well as physical/sexual violence. Our clients may have also experienced abuse and are seeking a personalised approach for therapy. We help our clients get back on track.
I work with those seeking deeper self-understanding, healing from past experiences, and meaningful personal growth. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges and want to break free from unhelpful patterns. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, build self-awareness, and develop strategies for lasting well-being. Whether they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, they want guidance that’s flexible, holistic, and tailored to their needs—helping them move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
I work with those seeking deeper self-understanding, healing from past experiences, and meaningful personal growth. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges and want to break free from unhelpful patterns. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, build self-awareness, and develop strategies for lasting well-being. Whether they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, they want guidance that’s flexible, holistic, and tailored to their needs—helping them move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Mary Ann provides a warm, supportive space for adults and adolescents facing life’s challenges.
Mary Ann Oakley is the founder of Brighton East Counselling and an experienced psychotherapist. She offers a warm, non-judgemental, and empathetic approach, supporting adults across the lifespan with a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns.
Mary Ann has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, adjustment challenges, life transitions, workplace issues, sleep difficulties, grief, addictions, and the management of complex or overwhelming emotions.
She draws on evidence-based therapies and tailors treatment to each client’s individual needs.
Mary Ann provides a warm, supportive space for adults and adolescents facing life’s challenges.
Mary Ann Oakley is the founder of Brighton East Counselling and an experienced psychotherapist. She offers a warm, non-judgemental, and empathetic approach, supporting adults across the lifespan with a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns.
Mary Ann has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, adjustment challenges, life transitions, workplace issues, sleep difficulties, grief, addictions, and the management of complex or overwhelming emotions.
She draws on evidence-based therapies and tailors treatment to each client’s individual needs.
Lital is a dedicated and experienced Psychotherapist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Lital has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
Lital is a dedicated and experienced Psychotherapist with a compassionate, client-centred approach to therapy. She provides a safe and supportive space where individuals feel genuinely heard and respected. Lital has extensive experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges, including trauma, borderline personality disorder (BPD), adult ADHD, anxiety and emotionally dysregulated or challenging behaviours. Her special area of interest is supporting clients with a history to substance misuse and addictions.
I specialise in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families.
I utilise a range of therapeutic approaches to facilitate a deeper insight into an Individual's emotions, and experience. These include psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Internal Family System’s Therapy, Emotion Focused and Family Therapy.
I specialise in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families.
I utilise a range of therapeutic approaches to facilitate a deeper insight into an Individual's emotions, and experience. These include psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, Internal Family System’s Therapy, Emotion Focused and Family Therapy.
Nearby Teens Therapists Searches for Bentleigh
- Bentleigh East
- Brighton East
- Carnegie
- Caulfield
- Caulfield South
- Glen Huntly
- Hampton
- Hampton East
- McKinnon
- Moorabbin
- Murrumbeena
- Ormond
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.