Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Blackburn, VIC

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Laburnum Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Blackburn, VIC 3130
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 have psychologists who work across a very broad range of therapeutic approaches, so as to ensure every person can get the right assistance for their needs. We feel confident that we will be able to match you will the right psychologist to help guide 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 have psychologists who work across a very broad range of therapeutic approaches, so as to ensure every person can get the right assistance for their needs. We feel confident that we will be able to match you will the right psychologist to help guide you.
(03) 9068 5884 View (03) 9068 5884
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Jacynta Hodges
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Blackburn, VIC 3130
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
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Jennifer Politis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Blackburn, VIC 3130
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, social challenges, or developmental concerns, it’s not always easy to know what’s going on—or how to help.
I take a warm, collaborative, and neuroaffirming approach—helping children, adolescents and adults to better understand themselves and supporting families to feel more connected. I work across a range of areas including Autism, ADHD, learning and emotional challenges, and I tailor therapy to each young person’s strengths, needs, and developmental stage.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, social challenges, or developmental concerns, it’s not always easy to know what’s going on—or how to help.
I take a warm, collaborative, and neuroaffirming approach—helping children, adolescents and adults to better understand themselves and supporting families to feel more connected. I work across a range of areas including Autism, ADHD, learning and emotional challenges, and I tailor therapy to each young person’s strengths, needs, and developmental stage.
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Marie Mandicos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
She works mostly with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, relationship problems, life transitions and stress.
She uses a number of therapeutic styles; however, tailors her approach to suit the needs and goals of each individual. Marie enjoys getting to understand a person and supporting them to see how maladaptive patterns of relating with self and others have arisen. She aims to support the person to begin coping with their emotions in a more functional way.
She works mostly with anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, relationship problems, life transitions and stress.
She uses a number of therapeutic styles; however, tailors her approach to suit the needs and goals of each individual. Marie enjoys getting to understand a person and supporting them to see how maladaptive patterns of relating with self and others have arisen. She aims to support the person to begin coping with their emotions in a more functional way.
(03) 7500 5990 View (03) 7500 5990
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Julie Mounter
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Did you know that one in four people will experience anxiety in their life?
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.
Did you know that one in four people will experience anxiety in their life?
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.
(03) 9111 5368 View (03) 9111 5368
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Janeeta Ray
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
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.
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.
(03) 8797 2584 View (03) 8797 2584
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Anna Earl
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have a passion for working with anxiety related conditions including general anxiety, adjustment, change of life difficulties, stress, and associated difficulties such as perfectionism.
I aim to provide a service that is warm, compassionate, trauma informed and respectful of diversity. I work collaboratively to holistically understand areas of difficulty and strengths to develop therapeutic goals. Goals are often aimed at improving well-being, daily functioning and/or interpersonal relationships.
I have a passion for working with anxiety related conditions including general anxiety, adjustment, change of life difficulties, stress, and associated difficulties such as perfectionism.
I aim to provide a service that is warm, compassionate, trauma informed and respectful of diversity. I work collaboratively to holistically understand areas of difficulty and strengths to develop therapeutic goals. Goals are often aimed at improving well-being, daily functioning and/or interpersonal relationships.
(03) 7052 9006 View (03) 7052 9006
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Angelique Marie Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
My work in therapy includes experience in a range of emotional and psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (OCD, panic & generalised anxiety), trauma and PTSD (including complex trauma of historical sexual abuse and childhood trauma), ADHD, relationship issues and personality disorders (such as BPD); as well as addiction problems (e.g. substance abuse, gambling, and pornography).
I have special interest in anxiety disorders - OCD, panic, social anxiety, and PTSD. I have also completed my endorsement as a Counselling Psychologist with AHPRA. NOTE: I am no longer providing face to face sessions in the Gippsland area.
My work in therapy includes experience in a range of emotional and psychological issues including depression, anxiety disorders (OCD, panic & generalised anxiety), trauma and PTSD (including complex trauma of historical sexual abuse and childhood trauma), ADHD, relationship issues and personality disorders (such as BPD); as well as addiction problems (e.g. substance abuse, gambling, and pornography).
I have special interest in anxiety disorders - OCD, panic, social anxiety, and PTSD. I have also completed my endorsement as a Counselling Psychologist with AHPRA. NOTE: I am no longer providing face to face sessions in the Gippsland area.
(03) 6118 7175 View (03) 6118 7175
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Mel Kohle
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I help people deconstruct the patterns that drain their energy—whether that is relationship conflict, anxiety, perfectionism, or depressive loops.
My approach combines warmth with structured, evidence-based strategy. For individuals, my practice is guided by ACT and IFS frameworks to map out the internal habits running the show. For couples, I utilise the Gottman Method and EFT to decode repetitive conflict.
I help people deconstruct the patterns that drain their energy—whether that is relationship conflict, anxiety, perfectionism, or depressive loops.
My approach combines warmth with structured, evidence-based strategy. For individuals, my practice is guided by ACT and IFS frameworks to map out the internal habits running the show. For couples, I utilise the Gottman Method and EFT to decode repetitive conflict.
(03) 8203 5240 View (03) 8203 5240
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Hopeful Mind Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with people aged 16 and above who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex PTSD, personality disorders, dissociation, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
The therapy approaches I often work with are; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I will tailor my approach to your needs and your personality.
I work with people aged 16 and above who are struggling with anxiety, depression, complex PTSD, personality disorders, dissociation, attachment issues, self-esteem issues, grief and loss.
The therapy approaches I often work with are; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I will tailor my approach to your needs and your personality.
(03) 7500 5129 View (03) 7500 5129
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Michele McCallum
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
My approach is integrative, drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, narrative therapy and solution focussed therapy. The approach is tailored to meet your unique needs. I employ a strength-based approach that is client centred to support individuals and families. I have extensive mental health experience and carer lived experience.
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.
My approach is integrative, drawing from CBT, ACT, DBT, narrative therapy and solution focussed therapy. The approach is tailored to meet your unique needs. I employ a strength-based approach that is client centred to support individuals and families. I have extensive mental health experience and carer lived experience.
(03) 8797 2431 View (03) 8797 2431
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James Blaze
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You might be feeling stuck, flat, stressed or overwhelmed, like something’s not quite right, even if nothing is obviously “wrong.” Maybe you're feeling the pressure of work, struggling in your relationships, or unsure what comes next. I work with men who are trying to make sense of these feelings and want clarity, direction, and practical tools to move forward. Whether you’re navigating a career change, feeling disconnected, or just looking to understand yourself better, therapy can offer a space to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface.
You might be feeling stuck, flat, stressed or overwhelmed, like something’s not quite right, even if nothing is obviously “wrong.” Maybe you're feeling the pressure of work, struggling in your relationships, or unsure what comes next. I work with men who are trying to make sense of these feelings and want clarity, direction, and practical tools to move forward. Whether you’re navigating a career change, feeling disconnected, or just looking to understand yourself better, therapy can offer a space to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface.
(03) 7052 9006 View (03) 7052 9006
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Vine Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with a wide range of presenting issues, including people facing anxiety, life changes, and relationship difficulties.
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 a wide range of presenting issues, including people facing anxiety, life changes, and relationship difficulties.
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
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Nadine Touzeau
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Nadine is a devoted practitioner, specializing in cognitive and diagnostic assessments and intervention for adults and children with learning and emotional difficulties, neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism and anxiety.
Nadine has experience assessing cognitive and educational learning profiles, ADHD and Autism. Her skills include evidence-based interventions for children and adults with; anxiety, depression, behavioral, emotional, neurodivergence and developmental difficulties. Nadine understands the central role family members and teachers play in early development.
Nadine is a devoted practitioner, specializing in cognitive and diagnostic assessments and intervention for adults and children with learning and emotional difficulties, neurodiversity, ADHD, Autism and anxiety.
Nadine has experience assessing cognitive and educational learning profiles, ADHD and Autism. Her skills include evidence-based interventions for children and adults with; anxiety, depression, behavioral, emotional, neurodivergence and developmental difficulties. Nadine understands the central role family members and teachers play in early development.
(03) 8203 5862 View (03) 8203 5862
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Alicia Fisher
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Blackburn, VIC 3130
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.
It's important to me to bring warmth to my work. I utilise evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work hard to tailor interventions to each individual, and create a safe & supportive space for clients to better understand themselves and find their best pathway forward.
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.
It's important to me to bring warmth to my work. I utilise evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work hard to tailor interventions to each individual, and create a safe & supportive space for clients to better understand themselves and find their best pathway forward.
(03) 7500 5810 View (03) 7500 5810
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Craig Hildebrand-Burke
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Blackburn, VIC 3130
I am an Educational & Developmental Psychologist with extensive experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings, as well as individuals of all ages in private practice.
I am an Educational & Developmental Psychologist with extensive experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings, as well as individuals of all ages in private practice.
(03) 7500 5673 View (03) 7500 5673
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Kiera Macdonald
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am a registered psychologist offering secure telehealth therapy across Australia. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, relationship and communication difficulties, work stress and other challenges. I provide a warm, supportive space where therapy is tailored to you, helping you feel more empowered in your life.
I am a registered psychologist offering secure telehealth therapy across Australia. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, relationship and communication difficulties, work stress and other challenges. I provide a warm, supportive space where therapy is tailored to you, helping you feel more empowered in your life.
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Mind Body Heart Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Blackburn, VIC 3130
Our practitioners bring a wealth of experience working with all age groups on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, school/work stress, adjustment to life transitions.
We use diverse therapeutic approaches and have extensive experience supporting the migrant community. Our aim is to help clients gain insight, grow through experience, and find relief from psychological distress. Services include psychology diagnosis and assessment, individual counselling, couple therapy, art therapy, sex therapy and clinical supervision.
Our practitioners bring a wealth of experience working with all age groups on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, school/work stress, adjustment to life transitions.
We use diverse therapeutic approaches and have extensive experience supporting the migrant community. Our aim is to help clients gain insight, grow through experience, and find relief from psychological distress. Services include psychology diagnosis and assessment, individual counselling, couple therapy, art therapy, sex therapy and clinical supervision.
(03) 7003 2772 View (03) 7003 2772
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Nidhi Khanna
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes?
I aim to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Therapy is available both in-person in Burwood and online across Australia. I also understand Urdu, Punjabi, Marathi, and Gujarati, helping me connect more meaningfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes?
I aim to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Therapy is available both in-person in Burwood and online across Australia. I also understand Urdu, Punjabi, Marathi, and Gujarati, helping me connect more meaningfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(03) 8771 5140 View (03) 8771 5140
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Kat Aycardo
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
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.
(03) 8203 5767 View (03) 8203 5767
Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.