Psychodynamic Psychologists and Therapists in Brunswick, VIC
Louis is an integrative psychotherapist who offers ongoing individual psychotherapy to people of all kinds. They specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ people and their families, people in non-normative relationships, workers in the sex industry, and others whose experiences of marginalisation have affected their mental health and access to affirmative treatment. They are passionate about exploring the intersections of individual mental health and systemic forces, and helping clients to find congruent and meaningful ways of understanding their experiences and navigating the world.
Louis is an integrative psychotherapist who offers ongoing individual psychotherapy to people of all kinds. They specialise in working with LGBTQIA+ people and their families, people in non-normative relationships, workers in the sex industry, and others whose experiences of marginalisation have affected their mental health and access to affirmative treatment. They are passionate about exploring the intersections of individual mental health and systemic forces, and helping clients to find congruent and meaningful ways of understanding their experiences and navigating the world.
metacogitive/mentalisation therapy, trauma-informed approaches, developmental psychology, depth psychology, systems approaches, somatic therapies, psychodynamic therapy and attachment theory.
Hi, I'm Georgia, I'm a psychotherapist who works with individuals. In therapy my central aim is to understand you and the challenges that you face, support the change you seek and a life that is meaningful to you. Providing a safe, supportive environment for clients is integral to the way that I work, and I regard each individual's experience with respect and curiosity.
I believe that therapy can support meaningful, long lasting change through fostering self understanding, trust and compassion for one's whole experience.
metacogitive/mentalisation therapy, trauma-informed approaches, developmental psychology, depth psychology, systems approaches, somatic therapies, psychodynamic therapy and attachment theory.
Hi, I'm Georgia, I'm a psychotherapist who works with individuals. In therapy my central aim is to understand you and the challenges that you face, support the change you seek and a life that is meaningful to you. Providing a safe, supportive environment for clients is integral to the way that I work, and I regard each individual's experience with respect and curiosity.
I believe that therapy can support meaningful, long lasting change through fostering self understanding, trust and compassion for one's whole experience.
I work from a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic framework, offering a reflective, collaborative space where we can explore what might be contributing to distress or stuckness in your life.
In our work together, we might explore patterns in relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or that sense that something feels off without being able to name exactly what. My approach focuses on understanding not just what's happening, but why it might be happening.
I work from a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic framework, offering a reflective, collaborative space where we can explore what might be contributing to distress or stuckness in your life.
In our work together, we might explore patterns in relationships, family dynamics, anxiety, depression, or that sense that something feels off without being able to name exactly what. My approach focuses on understanding not just what's happening, but why it might be happening.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, workplace pressures and major life transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected and are seeking support to better understand themselves and navigate change. I provide a compassionate, culturally safe and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience and develop practical strategies for wellbeing. Together, we work towards greater clarity, confidence, healing and meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, relationship challenges, workplace pressures and major life transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected and are seeking support to better understand themselves and navigate change. I provide a compassionate, culturally safe and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience and develop practical strategies for wellbeing. Together, we work towards greater clarity, confidence, healing and meaningful, lasting change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and I am passionate about supporting people to wellness. My approach is gentle and nurturing and informed by Attachment Theory. I focus on accessing and processing emotions to work at depth in the counselling process.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and I am passionate about supporting people to wellness. My approach is gentle and nurturing and informed by Attachment Theory. I focus on accessing and processing emotions to work at depth in the counselling process.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
NB: current wait list is 2 months, late times are booked out (5pm+). Hi, I'm Darian! I bring a warm, genuine, and empathetic approach to therapy. It's important to me to take time to develop a trusting and supportive therapeutic dynamic. I provide therapy and autism assessment services. I place an emphasis on working collaboratively and will work with you to help you achieve your desired goals, develop personal insights, and provide strategies and support to help you manage your mental health issues. I am LGBTIQA+ inclusive, neurodiversity affirming, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed. My website is www.moodpsychology.com.au
NB: current wait list is 2 months, late times are booked out (5pm+). Hi, I'm Darian! I bring a warm, genuine, and empathetic approach to therapy. It's important to me to take time to develop a trusting and supportive therapeutic dynamic. I provide therapy and autism assessment services. I place an emphasis on working collaboratively and will work with you to help you achieve your desired goals, develop personal insights, and provide strategies and support to help you manage your mental health issues. I am LGBTIQA+ inclusive, neurodiversity affirming, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed. My website is www.moodpsychology.com.au
My practice is informed by interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and psychodynamic theory, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care.
I am a relational psychotherapist offering individual and couples therapy in Brunswick, Melbourne. My practice is particularly well suited to people navigating relational or developmental trauma, emotional distress, or a sense of feeling stuck in longstanding patterns.
I believe psychotherapy has the potential to be truly transformative, not only in managing symptoms, but in cultivating greater self awareness, agency, emotional freedom, and more connected relationships. This belief is continually reinforced through my clinical work and ongoing training, as well as through my own experience of therapy.
My practice is informed by interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, and psychodynamic theory, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care.
I am a relational psychotherapist offering individual and couples therapy in Brunswick, Melbourne. My practice is particularly well suited to people navigating relational or developmental trauma, emotional distress, or a sense of feeling stuck in longstanding patterns.
I believe psychotherapy has the potential to be truly transformative, not only in managing symptoms, but in cultivating greater self awareness, agency, emotional freedom, and more connected relationships. This belief is continually reinforced through my clinical work and ongoing training, as well as through my own experience of therapy.
My work draws heavily on attachment theory, psychodynamic and developmental psychology and existentialism.
I have a particular interest in work with gay men navigating struggles around identity and the ongoing impact of growing up feeling different or misunderstood. I have experience in a variety of mental health settings, working with a wide range of people from all walks of life and also work as a lecturer in Psychotherapy and Counselling at a tertiary level.
My work draws heavily on attachment theory, psychodynamic and developmental psychology and existentialism.
I have a particular interest in work with gay men navigating struggles around identity and the ongoing impact of growing up feeling different or misunderstood. I have experience in a variety of mental health settings, working with a wide range of people from all walks of life and also work as a lecturer in Psychotherapy and Counselling at a tertiary level.
My approach is client centred, solution orientated, trauma informed, psychodynamic and social justice informed.
I am an artist, art therapist and counsellor who works with children and adults to foster creative self expression. My goal is to understand adversity and cultivate joy through collaborative creative processes. My practice is inclusive and accessible to anyone at any stage of life. My role as a psychotherapist is to help you identify areas of concern and build pathways to strengthen your health and wellbeing. I specialise in Art Therapy, a psychotherapeutic approach that uses art to develop client expression and self awareness in order to support mental health.
My approach is client centred, solution orientated, trauma informed, psychodynamic and social justice informed.
I am an artist, art therapist and counsellor who works with children and adults to foster creative self expression. My goal is to understand adversity and cultivate joy through collaborative creative processes. My practice is inclusive and accessible to anyone at any stage of life. My role as a psychotherapist is to help you identify areas of concern and build pathways to strengthen your health and wellbeing. I specialise in Art Therapy, a psychotherapeutic approach that uses art to develop client expression and self awareness in order to support mental health.
I have been working in the mental health field since 2013, supporting adults and youth going through a variety of emotional and relational challenges. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish and work with issues including, but not limited to: low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, somatic disturbances, trauma and PTSD, migration and reacculturation challenges, exit counselling (post-cult recovery), parenting struggles, addictions, suicidal ideation and self-harm, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Ikon Institute, Melbourne, and a Bachelor’s degree in
I have been working in the mental health field since 2013, supporting adults and youth going through a variety of emotional and relational challenges. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish and work with issues including, but not limited to: low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, somatic disturbances, trauma and PTSD, migration and reacculturation challenges, exit counselling (post-cult recovery), parenting struggles, addictions, suicidal ideation and self-harm, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Ikon Institute, Melbourne, and a Bachelor’s degree in
I am an integrative psychotherapist who offers a safe, grounded space that honours each client’s unique experience. My work is embodied, trauma-focused, and person-centred. I seek to work with curious individuals who feel called to reconnect with themselves — their intuition, purpose and sense of meaning. I have a special interest in working with people undergoing significant life transitions, as I believe that these tender periods offer rare opportunities to harness genuine growth toward one’s fullest potential. I've had significant experience working with LGBTQIA+ folk, but I confidently welcome clients from all backgrounds.
I am an integrative psychotherapist who offers a safe, grounded space that honours each client’s unique experience. My work is embodied, trauma-focused, and person-centred. I seek to work with curious individuals who feel called to reconnect with themselves — their intuition, purpose and sense of meaning. I have a special interest in working with people undergoing significant life transitions, as I believe that these tender periods offer rare opportunities to harness genuine growth toward one’s fullest potential. I've had significant experience working with LGBTQIA+ folk, but I confidently welcome clients from all backgrounds.
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling.
Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists.
Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you.
Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling.
Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists.
Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you.
Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
My work is a systems-oriented approach with a focused on Psychodynamic thinking, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR Level 1 and 2), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
I bring over 20 years of experience working alongside individuals, couples and families, with a focus on understanding connection, relationships, and the complexities of human experience.
My work is a systems-oriented approach with a focused on Psychodynamic thinking, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR Level 1 and 2), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
I bring over 20 years of experience working alongside individuals, couples and families, with a focus on understanding connection, relationships, and the complexities of human experience.
I’m a specialist relationship counsellor, here to support you in building stronger, more connected relationships, whether with a partner, family member, or colleague. I understand how painful it can be when you feel distant from the people who matter most, and how lonely it is when communication breaks down.
Using a gentle, structured approach like Emotion Focused Therapy, I’ll help you make sense of your emotions, work through conflict with care, and help you feel truly heard and understood.
Let’s talk about what’s really going on: what matters to you, and take the next step together. I offer after hours and weekend appointments.
I’m a specialist relationship counsellor, here to support you in building stronger, more connected relationships, whether with a partner, family member, or colleague. I understand how painful it can be when you feel distant from the people who matter most, and how lonely it is when communication breaks down.
Using a gentle, structured approach like Emotion Focused Therapy, I’ll help you make sense of your emotions, work through conflict with care, and help you feel truly heard and understood.
Let’s talk about what’s really going on: what matters to you, and take the next step together. I offer after hours and weekend appointments.
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe.
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe.
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
My approach is grounded in attachment and developmental perspectives, as well as systems and psychodynamic theories.
I work to build trust with you, as a good working relationship has been evidenced to be the main factor in facilitating change across any therapeutic modality. Trauma-informed and somatic principles strongly guide my approach, as I believe our bodies offer valuable insights into how real change can be made.
My approach is grounded in attachment and developmental perspectives, as well as systems and psychodynamic theories.
I work to build trust with you, as a good working relationship has been evidenced to be the main factor in facilitating change across any therapeutic modality. Trauma-informed and somatic principles strongly guide my approach, as I believe our bodies offer valuable insights into how real change can be made.
Do you find yourself overthinking, feeling guilty when you try to set boundaries, or caught in repeating patterns that leave you feeling drained and burnt out? I work with young women who are highly self-aware, yet still find it hard to break out of these cycles. It can feel confusing and frustrating, like insight alone isn’t enough to create change. I offer a warm, and safe space, where we can gently explore what’s beneath this and help you feel more grounded, clear, and able to show up in your life with more confidence and internal trust.
Do you find yourself overthinking, feeling guilty when you try to set boundaries, or caught in repeating patterns that leave you feeling drained and burnt out? I work with young women who are highly self-aware, yet still find it hard to break out of these cycles. It can feel confusing and frustrating, like insight alone isn’t enough to create change. I offer a warm, and safe space, where we can gently explore what’s beneath this and help you feel more grounded, clear, and able to show up in your life with more confidence and internal trust.
My approach integrates somatic-based and internal family system practices, CBT tools, psychodynamic reflection, and expressive therapies.
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go.
Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
My approach integrates somatic-based and internal family system practices, CBT tools, psychodynamic reflection, and expressive therapies.
Therapy with Growing Small Counselling is relational, respectful, and at your pace. Offering trauma-informed, culturally responsive counselling experiences that honours where you’ve been and helps you explore where you’d like to go.
Growing Small Counselling, works with individuals 18+, of all cultural and intersecting backgrounds.
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
Nearby Psychodynamic Therapists Searches for Brunswick
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.