Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in East Melbourne, VIC

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Emma Gordon Williams Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I provide inclusive therapy for: - Anxiety and depression - Grief, loss and trauma - Conflict - Broken trust and betrayal - Sex and intimacy issues - Navigating big life decisions - Parenting difficulties - Navigating ADHD (VAST) and Autism.
I have a Master of Counselling, with a specialisation in couples/relationships therapy, training in family therapy, and years of experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and with a diverse range of life experiences.
I provide inclusive therapy for: - Anxiety and depression - Grief, loss and trauma - Conflict - Broken trust and betrayal - Sex and intimacy issues - Navigating big life decisions - Parenting difficulties - Navigating ADHD (VAST) and Autism.
I have a Master of Counselling, with a specialisation in couples/relationships therapy, training in family therapy, and years of experience working with clients of all ages, backgrounds and with a diverse range of life experiences.
0498 530 280 View 0498 530 280
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Dr Mariel Francina Sanchez-Rockliffe
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a fully registered counselling psychologist with over 24 years experience working with individuals, couples, families, and elderly clients. My aim is to help clients develop therapeutic goals and work with them to achieve lasting change. Drawing on my own experience of life transitions, I bring a personal perspective to counselling, helping people from different cultural backgrounds. My approach is friendly and practical in order to create a safe and comfortable environment in which to explore difficulties and realise positive change.
I am a fully registered counselling psychologist with over 24 years experience working with individuals, couples, families, and elderly clients. My aim is to help clients develop therapeutic goals and work with them to achieve lasting change. Drawing on my own experience of life transitions, I bring a personal perspective to counselling, helping people from different cultural backgrounds. My approach is friendly and practical in order to create a safe and comfortable environment in which to explore difficulties and realise positive change.
(03) 7003 2816 View (03) 7003 2816
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Tony Nguyen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
We all fall on hard times. Darkness and malevolence are part of the human condition, and tragedy often strikes when we least expect it. The counterbalance is a deep human connection – a helping hand or guiding light. The first step to getting that help is often the hardest, and finding the right person is important. That help can be the difference, and it’s the reason why I became a psychologist.
We all fall on hard times. Darkness and malevolence are part of the human condition, and tragedy often strikes when we least expect it. The counterbalance is a deep human connection – a helping hand or guiding light. The first step to getting that help is often the hardest, and finding the right person is important. That help can be the difference, and it’s the reason why I became a psychologist.
(03) 7003 2142 x61 View (03) 7003 2142 x61
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Peta de Burgh
Social Worker, AMHSW
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
(03) 7003 2905 View (03) 7003 2905
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Catherine Anne Rumball
Psychologist, PsyBA General
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Catherine offers counselling for any person experiencing challenges in their life. Her goal is for you to feel understood, appreciated and respected for who you are, for what has happened and what is happening in your life. She ise dedicated to helping people to overcome and learn to live well with a wide range of mental health issues. Catherine’s diverse experience includes providing intervention for trauma, depression, anxiety and major mental health disorders as well as providing risk assessments. Catherine has also been involved in providing urgent psychological services, clinical counselling and critical incident defusing.
Catherine offers counselling for any person experiencing challenges in their life. Her goal is for you to feel understood, appreciated and respected for who you are, for what has happened and what is happening in your life. She ise dedicated to helping people to overcome and learn to live well with a wide range of mental health issues. Catherine’s diverse experience includes providing intervention for trauma, depression, anxiety and major mental health disorders as well as providing risk assessments. Catherine has also been involved in providing urgent psychological services, clinical counselling and critical incident defusing.
(03) 7003 2593 View (03) 7003 2593
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Anthony Smith
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
As a registered clinical psychologist, I have worked across both public and private mental health settings. I work with adults and believe deeply in people’s capacity to grow, adapt, and move toward a more fulfilling life. My work is centred on the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported. I provide evidence-based therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I also work with clients around sexual functioning, sexual health, and problematic sexual behaviours.
As a registered clinical psychologist, I have worked across both public and private mental health settings. I work with adults and believe deeply in people’s capacity to grow, adapt, and move toward a more fulfilling life. My work is centred on the therapeutic relationship, and I strive to create a space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported. I provide evidence-based therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I also work with clients around sexual functioning, sexual health, and problematic sexual behaviours.
(03) 7003 2993 View (03) 7003 2993
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Claudiana Arteiro
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
My expertise includes anxiety and depression, stress management, migratory grief and cultural adjustment, self-esteem and confidence issues, grief and loss, parenting challenges, and perinatal mental health.
I’m Claudiana, a Mental Health Social Worker and Psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and cultivate emotional well-being. With a warm and understanding approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. With specialized training in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), I tailor therapy to your unique needs.
My expertise includes anxiety and depression, stress management, migratory grief and cultural adjustment, self-esteem and confidence issues, grief and loss, parenting challenges, and perinatal mental health.
I’m Claudiana, a Mental Health Social Worker and Psychotherapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and cultivate emotional well-being. With a warm and understanding approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. With specialized training in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), I tailor therapy to your unique needs.
(03) 9994 1725 View (03) 9994 1725
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Michelle Chen
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns. They may be healing from trauma, navigating cross-cultural relationships, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, or low self-worth. Many long for deeper connection, calm, and authenticity. They want to understand themselves, rebuild trust, and find balance in mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach that integrates emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns. They may be healing from trauma, navigating cross-cultural relationships, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, or low self-worth. Many long for deeper connection, calm, and authenticity. They want to understand themselves, rebuild trust, and find balance in mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach that integrates emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting change.
(03) 7500 5455 View (03) 7500 5455
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Siobhan McKenna
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Siobhan is a caring and compassionate clinical psychologist. She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss. Siobhan also works with First Responders and DVA clients often using EMDR to relieve trauma. Siobhan has completed an additional year of training & mentoring to become an 'Accredited EMDR Practitioner' with the EMDR Association of Australia. Appointments are available online or in person.
Siobhan is a caring and compassionate clinical psychologist. She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss. Siobhan also works with First Responders and DVA clients often using EMDR to relieve trauma. Siobhan has completed an additional year of training & mentoring to become an 'Accredited EMDR Practitioner' with the EMDR Association of Australia. Appointments are available online or in person.
(03) 7003 2761 View (03) 7003 2761
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TaylorMade Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
(03) 9069 9437 View (03) 9069 9437
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Lisa Winther
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
(03) 7003 2135 View (03) 7003 2135
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Kristi Lynch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of settings. I am a therapist, researcher, lecturer and sit as professional member for VCAT. I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues. I have a passion for working with couples, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of settings. I am a therapist, researcher, lecturer and sit as professional member for VCAT. I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues. I have a passion for working with couples, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.
(03) 6146 1640 View (03) 6146 1640
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Cassandra Scicluna
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
(03) 8771 4615 View (03) 8771 4615
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Martha Roumanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 19 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 19 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
(02) 4810 0663 View (02) 4810 0663
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Charles Maddison
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges. I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety. In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress. I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges. I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety. In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress. I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
(03) 7003 2045 View (03) 7003 2045
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Anke Bezuidenhout
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
‘Cor’ Latin for heart: The heart, symbolising love, relationship, and attachment, reflects Cor Studio’s commitment to promoting relational safety. Cor Studio’s vision is to cultivate authentic connections and secure attachments, empowering individuals to feel safe within themselves and their communities. ‘Studio’ A room where an artist works: Just as art is created from unique tools and mediums that reflect peaks, dips, light, and darkness, each person is shaped by their singular upbringing, challenges, needs, strengths, values, and goals. Cor Studio is dedicated to holistic wellbeing support that integrates the whole.
‘Cor’ Latin for heart: The heart, symbolising love, relationship, and attachment, reflects Cor Studio’s commitment to promoting relational safety. Cor Studio’s vision is to cultivate authentic connections and secure attachments, empowering individuals to feel safe within themselves and their communities. ‘Studio’ A room where an artist works: Just as art is created from unique tools and mediums that reflect peaks, dips, light, and darkness, each person is shaped by their singular upbringing, challenges, needs, strengths, values, and goals. Cor Studio is dedicated to holistic wellbeing support that integrates the whole.
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George Nelson
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
George is a qualified psychotherapist, coach, clinical counsellor, relationship therapist, educator, speech therapist, voice production and training consultant. George has worked with children, teenagers and adults to help them with communication, speech, voice production and dramatic expression for presentation, (certain clients include news-presenters, actors, reporters and radio announcers). Working with individuals, couples & adolescents, George has developed a specialisation for relationship/couples counselling, family therapy as well as Men’s Health (for men, their partners and families).
(03) 7302 8896 View (03) 7302 8896
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Dr Laura Knox
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
(03) 7003 2815 View (03) 7003 2815
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Manuela Barichello
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Manuela is a skilled psychologist with much experience in Community Health, Medical Centres and Education (Primary-Tertiary). She enjoys teaching her clients new skills, identify their strengths to reach their full potential. If you have suffered grief and loss, trauma, or anxiety/depression you can learn reframing and healing strategies to come to a resolution. If you have suffered inter-relational or situational problems you may benefit from learning emotional regulation and acceptance skills. Manuela will help you achieve the outcomes you want by tailoring therapy to meet your individual needs through effective goal setting.
Manuela is a skilled psychologist with much experience in Community Health, Medical Centres and Education (Primary-Tertiary). She enjoys teaching her clients new skills, identify their strengths to reach their full potential. If you have suffered grief and loss, trauma, or anxiety/depression you can learn reframing and healing strategies to come to a resolution. If you have suffered inter-relational or situational problems you may benefit from learning emotional regulation and acceptance skills. Manuela will help you achieve the outcomes you want by tailoring therapy to meet your individual needs through effective goal setting.
(03) 7003 2012 View (03) 7003 2012
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Justine Campbell
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Don't expect to see a change if you don't make one. I enable positive change. My clients may have seen a therapist or coach before, but it didn't change anything for them. They then come to me. They want to make lasting positive change in their lives, but they need somebody to give them structured tools and support them in the growth process. Change can be good, but it is not easy. Typically, my clients come to me feeling that living on auto-pilot or that they have lost touch with who they are at their core. They desire more life satisfaction and are prepared to work for it. They want to thrive not just survive.
Don't expect to see a change if you don't make one. I enable positive change. My clients may have seen a therapist or coach before, but it didn't change anything for them. They then come to me. They want to make lasting positive change in their lives, but they need somebody to give them structured tools and support them in the growth process. Change can be good, but it is not easy. Typically, my clients come to me feeling that living on auto-pilot or that they have lost touch with who they are at their core. They desire more life satisfaction and are prepared to work for it. They want to thrive not just survive.
(03) 7003 2183 View (03) 7003 2183

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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.