Alcohol Use Psychologists and Therapists in Essendon North, VIC

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Marcellina Moussa
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Essendon North, VIC 3041
I’m a registered psychologist who aims to create a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself, so my focus is on building a trusting relationship where you can explore what’s going on for you openly and without judgement.
I’m a registered psychologist who aims to create a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself, so my focus is on building a trusting relationship where you can explore what’s going on for you openly and without judgement.
(03) 9007 2563 View (03) 9007 2563
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Julie Paschke
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Essendon North, VIC 3041
Hi, I'm Julie, and if you're struggling at the moment and in need of support, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry via email (I will reply within 24 hours). Appointments available within 1-3 weeks. After hours and Telehealth appointments available. Adults 18+ only. I do not work with Workcover, TAC, DVA or NDIS. You can see me privately or via a Treatment Plan from your GP. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma, self-esteem or grief, I would welcome the opportunity to build a safe, kind and supportive space with you to explore your experiences, feelings and challenges.
Hi, I'm Julie, and if you're struggling at the moment and in need of support, please do not hesitate to make an enquiry via email (I will reply within 24 hours). Appointments available within 1-3 weeks. After hours and Telehealth appointments available. Adults 18+ only. I do not work with Workcover, TAC, DVA or NDIS. You can see me privately or via a Treatment Plan from your GP. Whether it's anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, trauma, self-esteem or grief, I would welcome the opportunity to build a safe, kind and supportive space with you to explore your experiences, feelings and challenges.
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Rebecca Dyer
Social Worker, AMHSW
Essendon North, VIC 3041
I work with individuals and families who are navigating challenges, parenting demands, or significant life transitions. I especially welcome clients experiencing peri-natal changes, veterans seeking support, and anyone wanting a compassionate, grounded space to explore their wellbeing. My ideal client is someone who is ready for support, open to reflection, and looking for a collaborative, respectful therapeutic relationship.
I work with individuals and families who are navigating challenges, parenting demands, or significant life transitions. I especially welcome clients experiencing peri-natal changes, veterans seeking support, and anyone wanting a compassionate, grounded space to explore their wellbeing. My ideal client is someone who is ready for support, open to reflection, and looking for a collaborative, respectful therapeutic relationship.
0493 313 927 View 0493 313 927
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Hart&Seek
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Essendon North, VIC 3041
If you're an adolescent or woman feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in unresolved past experiences, you're not alone. You might be exhausted by the internal chaos, constantly battling big emotions, or struggling to silence that critical inner voice. You want to feel grounded, confident, and free from the pasts' grip. You yearn to understand your emotions better, to stop feeling like 'too much', or 'not enough', and to genuinely feel at peace within yourself, finally embracing all the parts that you, you.
If you're an adolescent or woman feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in unresolved past experiences, you're not alone. You might be exhausted by the internal chaos, constantly battling big emotions, or struggling to silence that critical inner voice. You want to feel grounded, confident, and free from the pasts' grip. You yearn to understand your emotions better, to stop feeling like 'too much', or 'not enough', and to genuinely feel at peace within yourself, finally embracing all the parts that you, you.
(03) 8104 9305 View (03) 8104 9305
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Angela Simpson
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Online Only
Angela is a health psychologist who is passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based treatment. She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues. Additionally, Angela has an interest in women's health including issues relating to pregnancy and menopause.
Angela is a health psychologist who is passionate about providing high quality, evidence-based treatment. She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues. Additionally, Angela has an interest in women's health including issues relating to pregnancy and menopause.
(03) 8338 4007 View (03) 8338 4007

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Daniel Brightwell
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Struggling with pornography, gambling, substance use, or compulsive technology use? When these patterns start to take hold, they can impact your relationships, work, and sense of who you are, but change is possible. I’m Daniel, a psychologist at Brightwell Psychology, and I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles that no longer serve them. Using practical, evidence-based therapy, I help you regain control, reduce anxiety and stress, and build a life that feels more aligned with your values, one that is sustainable, meaningful, and genuinely your own
Struggling with pornography, gambling, substance use, or compulsive technology use? When these patterns start to take hold, they can impact your relationships, work, and sense of who you are, but change is possible. I’m Daniel, a psychologist at Brightwell Psychology, and I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles that no longer serve them. Using practical, evidence-based therapy, I help you regain control, reduce anxiety and stress, and build a life that feels more aligned with your values, one that is sustainable, meaningful, and genuinely your own
(02) 8000 1158 View (02) 8000 1158
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Allison Cahill
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Carlton, VIC 3053
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience and believe in the potential for all of us to continually grow, adapt and heal from the past. Working from a client-centred and evidence-based approach, I aim to provide a warm and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their struggles and achieve their goals. I have worked in private practice, hospitals and universities providing both individual and group therapy. I have an interest in working with people with a range of difficulties including but not limited to relationship issues, family trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol addiction and low self-esteem.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience and believe in the potential for all of us to continually grow, adapt and heal from the past. Working from a client-centred and evidence-based approach, I aim to provide a warm and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their struggles and achieve their goals. I have worked in private practice, hospitals and universities providing both individual and group therapy. I have an interest in working with people with a range of difficulties including but not limited to relationship issues, family trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol addiction and low self-esteem.
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Gabrielle Klepfisz
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Saint Kilda, VIC 3182
I am a clinical & forensic psychologist who works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, mood difficulties, addictive patterns, & eating/body concerns. Many of my clients are reflective and capable but feel stuck in cycles that once helped but are now creating difficulties in their lives. I have substantial experience working with substance use, including ambivalence about change. Whether you want to stop entirely, reduce your use, or simply understand the role of substances in your life, I approach this without judgement, recognising that substance use often reflects attempts to manage stress, emotional pain, or relational strain.
I am a clinical & forensic psychologist who works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, mood difficulties, addictive patterns, & eating/body concerns. Many of my clients are reflective and capable but feel stuck in cycles that once helped but are now creating difficulties in their lives. I have substantial experience working with substance use, including ambivalence about change. Whether you want to stop entirely, reduce your use, or simply understand the role of substances in your life, I approach this without judgement, recognising that substance use often reflects attempts to manage stress, emotional pain, or relational strain.
(03) 9994 1733 View (03) 9994 1733
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The Whole of You
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Hampton, VIC 3188
Talking about emotional pain can be difficult, so I provide a warm, person-centred and safe space for individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, anger, uni/work stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. To help clients overcome these challenges and bring about change, I adopt a holistic, trauma-informed approach of working with mind, body and soul, employing techniques from CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT, the Gottman Method, IFS and Focusing-Oriented Therapy, and incorporate healthy sleep routines, nutrition, exercises and lifestyle.
Talking about emotional pain can be difficult, so I provide a warm, person-centred and safe space for individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, anger, uni/work stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. To help clients overcome these challenges and bring about change, I adopt a holistic, trauma-informed approach of working with mind, body and soul, employing techniques from CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT, the Gottman Method, IFS and Focusing-Oriented Therapy, and incorporate healthy sleep routines, nutrition, exercises and lifestyle.
0416 242 860 View 0416 242 860
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Clair Sara Martin
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
(02) 5944 5487 View (02) 5944 5487
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Spinifex Rural and Remote Wellbeing Services
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Online Only
I like clients to feel comfortable when coming to see me, I take a relaxed approach to practice. I'm very down to earth and this seems to work well for my clients.
I like clients to feel comfortable when coming to see me, I take a relaxed approach to practice. I'm very down to earth and this seems to work well for my clients.
(03) 4328 2404 View (03) 4328 2404
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Addiction Solutions Victoria Inc
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
ASV is Governed by a board of directors who in response to an identified community need, established a recovery focused substance abuse treatment & addiction rehabilitation service in Melbourne, Victoria.
ASV is Governed by a board of directors who in response to an identified community need, established a recovery focused substance abuse treatment & addiction rehabilitation service in Melbourne, Victoria.
(03) 8797 2116 View (03) 8797 2116
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Lavinia McSwain
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Thomastown, VIC 3074
I believe that everyone has a story and that each story is remarkable. I consider it a privilege to be part of your story and to support you along your journey. I am a registered psychologist and a lecturer with more than 16 years of experience working across hospital, community mental health, forensic, and university settings. I have provided psychological assistance to people from all walks of life. I am very aware that one size does not fit all in therapy, so I tailor individual treatment utilising evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, DBT and EMDR.
I believe that everyone has a story and that each story is remarkable. I consider it a privilege to be part of your story and to support you along your journey. I am a registered psychologist and a lecturer with more than 16 years of experience working across hospital, community mental health, forensic, and university settings. I have provided psychological assistance to people from all walks of life. I am very aware that one size does not fit all in therapy, so I tailor individual treatment utilising evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, DBT and EMDR.
(03) 7303 3862 View (03) 7303 3862
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Karinya Counselling Centre
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
Karinya offers high quality professional counselling services to anyone regardless of race, gender, lifestyle, religion, or status.
Karinya offers high quality professional counselling services to anyone regardless of race, gender, lifestyle, religion, or status.
(03) 7500 5902 View (03) 7500 5902
Photo of Desi Karalis, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Desi Karalis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need support to navigate challenges, gain clarity, and find a way forward. As a psychologist with over 19 years experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counselling to help individuals manage stress, low mood, anxiety, menopause, life transitions, burnout, low self-esteem, and emotional and mental well-being.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need support to navigate challenges, gain clarity, and find a way forward. As a psychologist with over 19 years experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counselling to help individuals manage stress, low mood, anxiety, menopause, life transitions, burnout, low self-esteem, and emotional and mental well-being.
(08) 7100 9284 View (08) 7100 9284
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Pree Arora
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Werribee, VIC 3030
I am a Psychologist who loves to bring positive change in people's lives. My approach is caring, non judgemental and compassionate based. I have experience in working with adults, teens and children and treatment of various mental health difficulties including, anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and grief. I do neurodevelopmental assessments and treatment including autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, Intellectual and behavioural difficulties.
I am a Psychologist who loves to bring positive change in people's lives. My approach is caring, non judgemental and compassionate based. I have experience in working with adults, teens and children and treatment of various mental health difficulties including, anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, Complex PTSD, and grief. I do neurodevelopmental assessments and treatment including autism, ADHD, Learning Difficulties, Intellectual and behavioural difficulties.
(03) 7302 2670 View (03) 7302 2670
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Bita Riazati Anxiety Depression Relationships
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
I offer ongoing, weekly therapy for people who are looking for a place to speak about what is really going on in their lives. You may have tried therapy before and found that it helped in some ways, but did not reach something more true about you. You may be looking for a different kind of work, one that allows you to speak freely and to stay with what does not easily resolve.
I offer ongoing, weekly therapy for people who are looking for a place to speak about what is really going on in their lives. You may have tried therapy before and found that it helped in some ways, but did not reach something more true about you. You may be looking for a different kind of work, one that allows you to speak freely and to stay with what does not easily resolve.
0433 781 919 View 0433 781 919
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Elizabeth Seares
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Windsor, VIC 3181
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I have a warm and relaxed therapeutic style. I aim to create a space where you feel at-ease and understood. I’m curious about your experiences and what makes you, you. I will meet you wherever you’re at, and we’ll collaborate to understand the beliefs, or patterns that might be holding you back. Together, we’ll find ways to help you live a more fulfilling life, or even just reflect and learn more about yourself, and hopefully incorporate some humour along the way.
In my practice as a clinical psychologist, I have a warm and relaxed therapeutic style. I aim to create a space where you feel at-ease and understood. I’m curious about your experiences and what makes you, you. I will meet you wherever you’re at, and we’ll collaborate to understand the beliefs, or patterns that might be holding you back. Together, we’ll find ways to help you live a more fulfilling life, or even just reflect and learn more about yourself, and hopefully incorporate some humour along the way.
(03) 7036 8795 View (03) 7036 8795
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Talk Zone Counselling
Counsellor
Online Only
My name is Dennis and I am a counsellor at Talk Zone Counselling. Life doesn’t come with a manual – but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I offer counselling that’s grounded in empathy, honesty and practical support. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling lost, I offer a space where you can speak freely, be heard deeply, and start making sense of what’s going on.
My name is Dennis and I am a counsellor at Talk Zone Counselling. Life doesn’t come with a manual – but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I offer counselling that’s grounded in empathy, honesty and practical support. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or simply feeling lost, I offer a space where you can speak freely, be heard deeply, and start making sense of what’s going on.
(03) 8007 2923 View (03) 8007 2923
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Karen Fisher
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Croydon South, VIC 3136
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
(03) 9068 6210 View (03) 9068 6210

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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.