Counselling in Blackburn, VIC

Laburnum Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
At Laburnum Psychology we have sixteen psychologists. Due to the diversity in our team, we are well positioned to find the right person for you. We specialise across a broad range of issues, including depression, anxiety, life adjustment, trauma and children's issues, relationships, stress, work stress, to name a few. We can conduct cognitive, educational and developmental assessments & reports. We have psychologists who work with children and adolescents, as well as people who work with adults and the elderly. We can also work under NDIS, TAC and WorkCover funded arrangements. We are linked to most health insurance schemes.

Alicia Fisher
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Alisha, I enjoy working with children, teenagers, and young adults. Much of my work is directed toward Autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties, including tailored psychological assessments and reports for these issues. I also work with people who experience behavioural and social difficulties, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, depression and anxiety disorders such as separation, phobias, and OCD. I will work collaboratively with parents (where relevant), and other professionals to help you find more peace in life and ensure that the best outcomes can be achieved.

Jacynta Hodges
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
The world we live in has the ability to cause upheaval on many different personal levels due to its complex and ever-changing environments. Coping levels for individuals vary greatly from person to person, no one level is easier than the other. Psychotherapy is a specialisation for working in depth with people who are grappling with a range of personal and well-being issues including diagnosed mental health conditions. I assist clients to understand how past experiences influence and shape their current responses to life events. The focus is on the here and now response, the past simply provides the platform for understanding

Angelique Marie Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with people who have a range of emotional and psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders, trauma (including domestic violence and sexual abuse), as well as addiction problems (alcohol, drugs, gambling, and pornography).

Brenda Taylor
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
It is my goal to help people through difficult periods of their life, help them feel empowered in a non-judgmental space. I use evidence based treatment and a warm and caring approach to your mental wellbeing. I also conduct cognitive and functional assessments for educational purposes, and ADHD. If you'd like to make an appointment feel free to email or leave a message as I don't have a receptionist. I work on Monday, Tuesdays, Wednesday. Please note: I do not Bulk Bill

Janeeta Ray
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I recognize that seeking help can be a difficult step. You may have lived with emotional and personal difficulties for a long time. Alternatively, you may be navigating an important transition in work or personal relationships or change in your mental or physical health. My work focusses on assisting clients to understand the source of their distress or uncertainty and move toward a life that is more fulfilling. Using trauma informed practices, together we navigate challenging transitions, acknowledge grief and anxieties and make sense of patterns and choices. Together, we work toward making practical changes.

Anugrah Bhagwat - Yellow Brick Counseling
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I'm truly interested in what my clients have to say. I am a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental, person-centered psychologist. I have practiced since 2011 - working with individuals, couples, families and groups. Using a EMDR, a trauma-informed approach, I walk beside clients on their healing journey. I use many creative Arts therapy, movement and bodywork techniques to process and expel trauma stored in the body. This keeps therapy gentle and non-threatening, whilst deepening the process at the same time. I empower and equip my clients to navigate the uncertainties of life and achieve the goals they set for themselves.

Kat Aycardo
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Kat has been passionate about supporting adults and children with neurodiversity since 2007. She has specialized in assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD, ADHD, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, giftedness, and developmental differences. She is a warm and collaborative clinician with an evidence based and neurodiverse affirming approach to supporting children, adolescents, and adults to reach their individual goals.

Thea Baker Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I am a counsellor and body-based psychotherapist with special interests in all aspects women’s health, trauma and couples therapy. I work collaboratively with clients to find a place of healing and recovery and I'm not the kind of therapist that is ok with “feeling better” if better is still a long way off being truly well. That’s why I feel such an affinity with the word ‘wellbeing’. as it is much more than the absence of disease or illness. Wellbeing is a multidimensional mix of getting your physical, mental and social health in balance, and I have a team of Counsellors working at the practice to support you in your healing.

Nadine Touzeau
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Nadine has been supporting adults and children with neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism, anxiety and emotional difficulties for over 15 years to develop greater independence and confidence. Nadine understands the central role family members and teachers play in early development. Nadine understands the nutritional gut-brain connection and how lifestyle can positively impact one’s mental health and quality of life.

Michele McCallum
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I provide support for children, young people, adults, couples, and families for issues including: anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, eating disorders, ASD, school refusal, Substance use, grief and loss and carer support. I will work with you to identify challenges and strengths, to consider options and implement strategies suited to your needs.
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Vine Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I thrive on helping people improve the quality of their lives by better managing their mental health. Maybe you have always struggled with things like worry, stress, change or low mood. Or maybe for the first time you have encountered a challenge that is difficult to manage on your own. We all face difficult and challenging times at some point, and may need to look beyond ourselves for practical support to resolve a psychological issue. When we learn how to constructively deal with our mental health challenges, we feel more empowered and better able to pursue those things in life that fulfill us and enable us to thrive.
Matthew Franco
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Matthew has experience working in various settings including both community and hospital organisations. He has successfully worked with people who have struggled with psychological symptoms since early childhood. Additionally, Matthew is confident at helping people work through psychological issues which may have presented recently. Matthew’s approach to psychological treatment is not exclusively based on a patient’s diagnosis, rather, it is considered upon the patient’s willingness to engage in the therapeutic process, readiness, and capacity for change.
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Magdalen Ser
EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner, MSc
Verified
Verified
Constantly pounded by emotional storms, past trauma immobilising you from thriving and loving? Seeking an experienced and skilled therapist who goes beyond traditional talk therapy to help you navigate life roadblocks? I am a Medicare Registered Mental Health Clinician, Accredited EMDR therapist, family therapist, neurofeedback practitioner and Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience, offering integrative mind-body psychotherapy, incorporating trauma-informed and attachment focused therapeutic modalities to foster post trauma resiliency and relational growth. Take charge and take control by getting in touch today.

Danielle Dabley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Dani and I am a friendly psychologist, who values the importance of building a trusted therapeutic partnership. I take an attentive approach in understanding your lived experience and work collaboratively with you to create a meaningful change in your life. I have extensive experience across multiple public hospitals in community mental health teams and crisis assessment teams, and have also worked in private hospital outpatient group programs.

Yuying Zhao
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
注册墨尔本华人心理咨询师、婚姻伴侣/家庭咨询师。澳大利亚 ACA 协会认证,AHA澳大利亚催眠治疗师,和澳大利亚家庭治疗协会AAFT成员。 目前在墨尔本东南区Mount Waverley诊所做心理治疗师,同时在国内最大的心理服务平台【壹心理】上的专职咨询师。Yuying is a Chinese-speaking psychotherapist and counsellor, she could help individuals, couples, and families to overcome issues related to emotional disorders, personal development, relationship conflicts, and parenting skills.

Bridgitte Booth
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Bridgitte and I am a Clinical Psychologist. Throughout my career, I have worked with both adolescents and adults in a range of settings, including, public mental health, private practice and in schools. When approaching therapy I have a collaborative and strengths based approach, with a strong emphasis on helping clients build confidence and develop practical strategies to manage what ever challenges they are facing. I am conversational and realistic in my approach to therapy and look forward to learning about the individual person to ensure support can be tailored to the person.

Emma Sestan
Psychologist, MA, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified
Verified
My name is Emma and I have a passion for providing respectful and non-judgmental therapy for all my clients. My aim is to ensure that you have a safe and respectful space where we can promote personal growth, self-compassion and work through challenging times together.
Office is near:
Blackburn, VIC 3130 & Online

Marie Mandicos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Marie offers a warm, empathic and collaborative approach to psychotherapy and utilises evidence-based treatments to support individuals to reach their identified goals. She has 6-years experience working with a wide range of presentations in community and private mental health sectors, with a focus on anxiety and related disorders, borderline personality disorder, depression, sleep and insomnia issues, relationship problems, life transitions, addiction and stress. She is passionate about supporting teenagers (17-years and above) and adults to understand their emotional problems and improve their mental wellbeing.

Julie Mounter
Psychologist, MA, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Julie and I'm here to help. I chose the All Minds name for my psychology practice because I know that every mind and every person matters. However you're feeling right now, when you come in to talk with me at my Eltham clinic or via video link (telehealth), you can expect a friendly, safe and respectful environment where we can explore personal challenges together.
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Is online therapy a good option?
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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?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
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.