Self Esteem Psychologists and Therapists in Brighton, VIC

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Alina Rozenstein
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have experience working with a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, OCD, panic, depression, stress, interpersonal and self-esteem difficulties, adjustment issues, trauma, and life transitions.
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 have experience working with a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, OCD, panic, depression, stress, interpersonal and self-esteem difficulties, adjustment issues, trauma, and life transitions.
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.
(03) 8771 5710 View (03) 8771 5710
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Rachel O'meara
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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. With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice. She believes in the power of strengths-based intervention plans tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency.
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. With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice. She believes in the power of strengths-based intervention plans tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency.
(03) 7003 2714 View (03) 7003 2714
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Kathryn Williamson
Psychologist, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Serves Area
Kathryn has 30 years of experience working as a Health Psychologist in both the private and public sector. Kathryn is a Board approved supervisor and has a background in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, anger and trauma. She has a focus and an interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions including chronic pain and chronic fatigue syndrome. Kathryn works with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault and has a love of working with relationship issues and personal development.
Kathryn has 30 years of experience working as a Health Psychologist in both the private and public sector. Kathryn is a Board approved supervisor and has a background in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, anger and trauma. She has a focus and an interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions including chronic pain and chronic fatigue syndrome. Kathryn works with survivors of sexual abuse and sexual assault and has a love of working with relationship issues and personal development.
0409 554 850 View 0409 554 850
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Despina Tseros
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Serves Area
I am an experienced psychologist with a strong interest in the mind-body connection. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who actively seek to improve their overall mental health and psychological well-being. By applying practical techniques therapy focuses on exploring and dealing with mental health and psychological concerns comprehensively. Therapy is individually tailored and opens the door to a new paradigm - a way of thinking and living a rich and meaningful life.
I am an experienced psychologist with a strong interest in the mind-body connection. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who actively seek to improve their overall mental health and psychological well-being. By applying practical techniques therapy focuses on exploring and dealing with mental health and psychological concerns comprehensively. Therapy is individually tailored and opens the door to a new paradigm - a way of thinking and living a rich and meaningful life.
(03) 7500 5746 View (03) 7500 5746
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Georgie Lavan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Working with clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, self-esteem, stress and burnout, procrastination, and imposter syndrome, Georgie brings a wealth of experience from inpatient facilities and private practices in Sydney.
Now offering Adult ADHD assessment, reporting and coaching. Meet Georgie, a dedicated Registered Psychologist known for her nurturing, empathetic, and transparent approach. Her commitment extends to clients with various concerns, emphasising that no issue is too small for therapy. Georgie aims to instil a preventative mindset, guiding clients to enhance their mental well-being proactively.
Working with clients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, addiction, self-esteem, stress and burnout, procrastination, and imposter syndrome, Georgie brings a wealth of experience from inpatient facilities and private practices in Sydney.
Now offering Adult ADHD assessment, reporting and coaching. Meet Georgie, a dedicated Registered Psychologist known for her nurturing, empathetic, and transparent approach. Her commitment extends to clients with various concerns, emphasising that no issue is too small for therapy. Georgie aims to instil a preventative mindset, guiding clients to enhance their mental well-being proactively.
(02) 9159 6258 View (02) 9159 6258
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Renee Kharsas
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work best with individuals, couples, and families navigating challenges related to trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, parenting, relationships, work stress, or major life transitions. My ideal client is open to exploring their thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behaviour and is motivated to work toward meaningful, lasting change. Whether the issues are longstanding or more recent, I support clients in identifying practical strategies and deeper insights that may support growth and wellbeing. I genuinely love my work, and for as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to people's stories and how they think, feel,
I work best with individuals, couples, and families navigating challenges related to trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, parenting, relationships, work stress, or major life transitions. My ideal client is open to exploring their thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behaviour and is motivated to work toward meaningful, lasting change. Whether the issues are longstanding or more recent, I support clients in identifying practical strategies and deeper insights that may support growth and wellbeing. I genuinely love my work, and for as long as I can remember, I've been drawn to people's stories and how they think, feel,
(02) 4504 0162 View (02) 4504 0162
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Very Well Minded - Rebekah Armstrong
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Serves Area
Rebekah also works adolescents and adults experiencing emotional and psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social isolation, stress and more.
Rebekah predominantly utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and incorporates other evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) encompassing Attachment Theory, Mindfulness and the Gottman Method working with couples.
Rebekah also works adolescents and adults experiencing emotional and psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, social isolation, stress and more.
Rebekah predominantly utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and incorporates other evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) encompassing Attachment Theory, Mindfulness and the Gottman Method working with couples.
(03) 7003 2396 View (03) 7003 2396
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Dr Shalya Hirschson
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
(03) 9988 1271 View (03) 9988 1271
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Allana Crespin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, insightful individuals who are used to holding things together — often for everyone else. Despite this, they feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Some are navigating relationship challenges or life transitions, while others are in the perinatal period, adjusting to pregnancy, early parenthood, or fertility difficulties. They’re often seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and a way to feel more grounded, connected, and in control.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, insightful individuals who are used to holding things together — often for everyone else. Despite this, they feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Some are navigating relationship challenges or life transitions, while others are in the perinatal period, adjusting to pregnancy, early parenthood, or fertility difficulties. They’re often seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and a way to feel more grounded, connected, and in control.
(03) 8771 5454 View (03) 8771 5454
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Kenny Dao
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Common areas in which I have competency and enjoy working in: Depression and Anxiety, complex childhood trauma and episodic trauma (i.e. grief, sudden accidents), children and adolescent treatment (i.e. anxiety, self-esteem, school refusal, pathological demand avoidance etc.), NDIS, TAC and Workcover (review reports inclusive) and neurodivergence in adults, children and teens (i.e. ADHD/Autism).
Welcome to Peach Psychology. I am a registered psychologist, and have practiced across a range of diverse settings since 2019. With my previous therapeutic experience spanning across different age groups, I provide support to children (5+), adolescents, adults and elderly individuals, focusing on assisting each client to identify and work towards their own personal, individual goals.
Common areas in which I have competency and enjoy working in: Depression and Anxiety, complex childhood trauma and episodic trauma (i.e. grief, sudden accidents), children and adolescent treatment (i.e. anxiety, self-esteem, school refusal, pathological demand avoidance etc.), NDIS, TAC and Workcover (review reports inclusive) and neurodivergence in adults, children and teens (i.e. ADHD/Autism).
Welcome to Peach Psychology. I am a registered psychologist, and have practiced across a range of diverse settings since 2019. With my previous therapeutic experience spanning across different age groups, I provide support to children (5+), adolescents, adults and elderly individuals, focusing on assisting each client to identify and work towards their own personal, individual goals.
(03) 8771 5313 View (03) 8771 5313
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Rachel Burchell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with adults facing a range of challenges including adjusting to life changes, anxiety, career transitions, chronic illness, depression, grief, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and substance use.
I offer a warm, empathetic therapeutic approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs. With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change. I am passionate about supporting clients as they heal, build resilience, and enhance their emotional and
I work with adults facing a range of challenges including adjusting to life changes, anxiety, career transitions, chronic illness, depression, grief, parenting struggles, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues and substance use.
I offer a warm, empathetic therapeutic approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs. With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change. I am passionate about supporting clients as they heal, build resilience, and enhance their emotional and
0416 261 825 View 0416 261 825
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Amy Somers
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You've come here because you're suffering in some way. It is my honour to be able to offer a therapy space for people who want to face the pain in their lives, and see what might be on the other side. Many people come at times of change or transition: relationships, life stages, careers, dark nights of the soul, or plunges into the deep end. Or, people come feeling stuck after years of coping with trauma and addiction. In sessions, I support you to identify the conflicts, emotions, memories, and relationship struggles that repeat and we find ways to experience these differently.
You've come here because you're suffering in some way. It is my honour to be able to offer a therapy space for people who want to face the pain in their lives, and see what might be on the other side. Many people come at times of change or transition: relationships, life stages, careers, dark nights of the soul, or plunges into the deep end. Or, people come feeling stuck after years of coping with trauma and addiction. In sessions, I support you to identify the conflicts, emotions, memories, and relationship struggles that repeat and we find ways to experience these differently.
(08) 7744 7536 View (08) 7744 7536
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David Denoux
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
I help men get on top of anger, stress, and habits that have taken over the same way you'd fix anything properly: work out what's wrong, then fix it right, not patch it over. Think less therapist, more personal trainer: you do the work, I guide and keep you accountable. My approach draws on CAT and CBT, working a bit like detective work, mapping the pattern, tracing where it comes from, working out what's driving it. I'm a former tradie who had to get off the tools due to a disabillity. I am Online, Australia-wide, evenings and weekends. Mainly men, but anyone who's a good fit, including LGBTQIA+ clients, is welcome
I help men get on top of anger, stress, and habits that have taken over the same way you'd fix anything properly: work out what's wrong, then fix it right, not patch it over. Think less therapist, more personal trainer: you do the work, I guide and keep you accountable. My approach draws on CAT and CBT, working a bit like detective work, mapping the pattern, tracing where it comes from, working out what's driving it. I'm a former tradie who had to get off the tools due to a disabillity. I am Online, Australia-wide, evenings and weekends. Mainly men, but anyone who's a good fit, including LGBTQIA+ clients, is welcome
0428 652 872 View 0428 652 872
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Leila Mosavi
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
There is a very specific type of exhaustion that cannot be cured by sleep. It happens when you carry deep, invisible wounds that haven't been seen or believed, leaving you feeling isolated and cut off from your true self. If you are high-functioning but secretly feel like you are drowning, your nervous system might be overwhelmed. I am a depth counsellor working with emotional wounds, patterns, trauma, grief, identity shifts, and the “dark night of the soul". I currently have immediate availability for Self-Managed and Plan-Managed NDIS participants. My practice space is calm and designed to support nervous system healing.
There is a very specific type of exhaustion that cannot be cured by sleep. It happens when you carry deep, invisible wounds that haven't been seen or believed, leaving you feeling isolated and cut off from your true self. If you are high-functioning but secretly feel like you are drowning, your nervous system might be overwhelmed. I am a depth counsellor working with emotional wounds, patterns, trauma, grief, identity shifts, and the “dark night of the soul". I currently have immediate availability for Self-Managed and Plan-Managed NDIS participants. My practice space is calm and designed to support nervous system healing.
(03) 6160 7619 View (03) 6160 7619
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Dr Tanya Osicka
Psychologist, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Serves Area
Availability at Elsternwick and via Telehealth. Seeing clients with depression, anxiety and stress. As a Clinical and Health Psychologist Tanya has a strong interest in the interplay between physical health and psychological wellbeing; and has experience working with a wide range of health conditions in private practice, private hospital, research, oncology, IVF, and aged care settings. Tanya aims to support individuals to live more fulfilling lives whilst managing their mood and symptoms. She is also a Fertility Counsellor, and has a postgraduate qualification in Gerontology.
Availability at Elsternwick and via Telehealth. Seeing clients with depression, anxiety and stress. As a Clinical and Health Psychologist Tanya has a strong interest in the interplay between physical health and psychological wellbeing; and has experience working with a wide range of health conditions in private practice, private hospital, research, oncology, IVF, and aged care settings. Tanya aims to support individuals to live more fulfilling lives whilst managing their mood and symptoms. She is also a Fertility Counsellor, and has a postgraduate qualification in Gerontology.
0494 320 801 View 0494 320 801
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Boost Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
My ideal client is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or at a crossroads — often after years of being the one others rely on. They may be navigating a life change, burnout, or simply feeling disconnected from themselves. They want clarity, emotional support, and practical tools to manage anxiety, build resilience, and reconnect with what matters. Above all, they’re seeking a safe, compassionate space to feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
My ideal client is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or at a crossroads — often after years of being the one others rely on. They may be navigating a life change, burnout, or simply feeling disconnected from themselves. They want clarity, emotional support, and practical tools to manage anxiety, build resilience, and reconnect with what matters. Above all, they’re seeking a safe, compassionate space to feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
(03) 9524 3120 View (03) 9524 3120
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Jeremy Neumann
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
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.
(03) 7003 2136 View (03) 7003 2136
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Kind Connections Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
As a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (APTA) & PACFA Clinical Counsellor, Kind Connections supports children aged 3 - 10 years with a range of neurodevelopmental challenges & difficulties. With a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship familes, my approach combines extensive experience as a trauma counsellor, Synergetic Play Therapy & EMDR, in a 'playful' way to support the child's healing process. As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I offer Supervision to Play Therapists via Telehealth, especially those working toward their registration.
As a Registered Play Therapist & Supervisor (APTA) & PACFA Clinical Counsellor, Kind Connections supports children aged 3 - 10 years with a range of neurodevelopmental challenges & difficulties. With a passion for supporting adoptive, foster & kinship familes, my approach combines extensive experience as a trauma counsellor, Synergetic Play Therapy & EMDR, in a 'playful' way to support the child's healing process. As a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, I offer Supervision to Play Therapists via Telehealth, especially those working toward their registration.
(03) 7003 2207 View (03) 7003 2207
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Aphrodite Papageorgiou
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Improve your wellbeing, self-esteem/confidence, develop healthy coping strategies that help you move forward & get your life back.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings. You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately. Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys. Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts. You want to feel more confident, lighter, clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again, to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by. With my warm, grounded & practical approach, I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength, gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
Improve your wellbeing, self-esteem/confidence, develop healthy coping strategies that help you move forward & get your life back.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with 18+ years across public/private mental health settings. You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or not quite like yourself lately. Maybe you're caught in patterns of people-pleasing or avoiding past joys. Perhaps you're tired of anxious thoughts on repeat or replaying past hurts. You want to feel more confident, lighter, clearer, trust your instincts & feel more like yourself again, to actually enjoy life rather than just getting by. With my warm, grounded & practical approach, I use EMDR & other methods to help you reconnect with your strength, gain clarity & move forward with genuine confidence.
(03) 7500 5751 View (03) 7500 5751
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Karen Sri Thomas
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss.
As an experienced, trauma-informed, psychotherapist, I help clients connect with their emotional & psychological needs, and attune deeply and holistically with themselves and what they're going through. You'll be supported in pausing & listening to your whole self moment-by-moment, at a pace that's right for you, and in experiential, bodily ways.
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss.
As an experienced, trauma-informed, psychotherapist, I help clients connect with their emotional & psychological needs, and attune deeply and holistically with themselves and what they're going through. You'll be supported in pausing & listening to your whole self moment-by-moment, at a pace that's right for you, and in experiential, bodily ways.
(03) 7500 5598 View (03) 7500 5598

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