Geriatric Psychologists and Therapists in Essendon North, VIC

Tyler Gitsham
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Essendon North, VIC 3041
I have a keen interest in working with individuals with body image and eating-related concerns, as well as general mental health challenges including men's health, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, low mood and depression, adjustment, grief, trauma, neurodivergence, sexuality and gender, relationship difficulty, work stress, and many others. Having training in differing treatment modes means I can tailor an assessment and treatment approach that is appropriate to your presentation. I am welcoming new clients aged 12+.
I have a keen interest in working with individuals with body image and eating-related concerns, as well as general mental health challenges including men's health, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, low mood and depression, adjustment, grief, trauma, neurodivergence, sexuality and gender, relationship difficulty, work stress, and many others. Having training in differing treatment modes means I can tailor an assessment and treatment approach that is appropriate to your presentation. I am welcoming new clients aged 12+.
(03) 8771 4561 View (03) 8771 4561
Rebecca Dyer
Social Worker, AMHSW
Essendon North, VIC 3041
You may be the person everyone relies on while quietly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or exhausted. I support women navigating the complexities of motherhood, parenting, perimenopause, changing relationships, identity shifts, and other life transitions that can lead to you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, burnout and emotional overwhelm. I support you in identifying and overcoming the challenges of balancing life’s many demands. While I have a special interest in women’s wellbeing and life transitions, I also work with adults and men facing a wide range of personal, emotional, and relational challenges.
You may be the person everyone relies on while quietly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or exhausted. I support women navigating the complexities of motherhood, parenting, perimenopause, changing relationships, identity shifts, and other life transitions that can lead to you experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, burnout and emotional overwhelm. I support you in identifying and overcoming the challenges of balancing life’s many demands. While I have a special interest in women’s wellbeing and life transitions, I also work with adults and men facing a wide range of personal, emotional, and relational challenges.
(03) 8771 4944 View (03) 8771 4944
Susanne Hackney
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Essendon North, VIC 3041
Feeling confused, frustrated or overwhelmed? Welcome to “The Club", membership: Human. You’re not alone! Even when we intellectually know better, living it is another story. As a psychologist (and fellow human), I help you spot the sneaky patterns holding you back and build ones that actually work. We’ll explore the connection between your body sensations and your thoughts—where insight emerges, we bring it out, and move toward wellness. Starting where you are, you’ll learn to trust yourself, grow in confidence, and make choices that feel right. Ready to begin your journey?
Feeling confused, frustrated or overwhelmed? Welcome to “The Club", membership: Human. You’re not alone! Even when we intellectually know better, living it is another story. As a psychologist (and fellow human), I help you spot the sneaky patterns holding you back and build ones that actually work. We’ll explore the connection between your body sensations and your thoughts—where insight emerges, we bring it out, and move toward wellness. Starting where you are, you’ll learn to trust yourself, grow in confidence, and make choices that feel right. Ready to begin your journey?
0413 113 749 View 0413 113 749
Claire Raworth Counselling & Supervision
Social Worker, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an empathetic, compassionate and experienced counsellor & Clinical Supervisor who utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to assist you to make positive changes in your life. I have been a social worker for many years and in that time have provided counselling and support to a wide range of people. I can support you with various issues such as life transitions, work stress, relationship and parenting challenges, grief & loss, anxiety and depression. I am a fully Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and so you can claim a rebate of $87.00 from Medicare for my counselling services.
I am an empathetic, compassionate and experienced counsellor & Clinical Supervisor who utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to assist you to make positive changes in your life. I have been a social worker for many years and in that time have provided counselling and support to a wide range of people. I can support you with various issues such as life transitions, work stress, relationship and parenting challenges, grief & loss, anxiety and depression. I am a fully Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and so you can claim a rebate of $87.00 from Medicare for my counselling services.
(03) 8338 4975 View (03) 8338 4975

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Kirstin Robertson-Gillam
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Online Only
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions.
I have some 30-years of experience working in hospitals, hospices, and aged care facilities. I live in Canberra and provide my services by phone, Zoom, or Facetime across Australia. I do NOT make home visits.
(02) 6188 7349 View (02) 6188 7349
Lomatia - Telehealth Social Work Australia-Wide
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Online Only
They may be living with chronic illness, disability, or neurodivergence; be LGBTQIA+; be older adults navigating major transitions; or parents carrying their own health challenges.
I'm Mel — a social worker with a Master of Social Work (UTAS) and Bachelor of Psychological Science (CQU). I offer psychosocial support, therapeutic conversations, case management and advocacy via secure telehealth - Australia-wide. My practice is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and draws on my own lived experience of chronic illness and disability.
They may be living with chronic illness, disability, or neurodivergence; be LGBTQIA+; be older adults navigating major transitions; or parents carrying their own health challenges.
I'm Mel — a social worker with a Master of Social Work (UTAS) and Bachelor of Psychological Science (CQU). I offer psychosocial support, therapeutic conversations, case management and advocacy via secure telehealth - Australia-wide. My practice is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and draws on my own lived experience of chronic illness and disability.
(03) 6469 5484 View (03) 6469 5484
Chhavi Khanna
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Point Cook, VIC 3030
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in working with adults and older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, complex trauma, PTSD, grief, stress and relationship difficulties.
deeply ingrained emotional-behaviour difficulties. Drawing on my professional experience across India, New Zealand and Western suburbs of Melbourne, I bring a multicultural perspective to my work. I also have special interest in women's mental health, including Pre-Menstrual Dysphoria Disorder (PMDD).
As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in working with adults and older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, complex trauma, PTSD, grief, stress and relationship difficulties.
deeply ingrained emotional-behaviour difficulties. Drawing on my professional experience across India, New Zealand and Western suburbs of Melbourne, I bring a multicultural perspective to my work. I also have special interest in women's mental health, including Pre-Menstrual Dysphoria Disorder (PMDD).
(03) 7302 2274 View (03) 7302 2274
Soko Therapy
Counsellor, AASW
Online Only
You are the expert in your life and what is going on with you. I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all. My aim here is to meet people where they are at, spirituality is part of many of us who believe. So we can't leave that out of your health journey.
You are the expert in your life and what is going on with you. I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all. My aim here is to meet people where they are at, spirituality is part of many of us who believe. So we can't leave that out of your health journey.
(02) 5570 7312 View (02) 5570 7312
Dr Bruce Walmsley
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Online Only
Clients reach out for many reasons: a career that no longer fits, caring for family member living with dementia, adjusting to retirement, processing loss, or feeling stuck and ready for something different.
I'm a clinical psychologist (PhD) with 16 years across practice, research, and teaching, focused on midlife and later-life mental health, dementia, trauma and posttraumatic growth, and positive ageing. I offer individual therapy and tailored 10-week programs via telehealth, Australia-wide. My approach is warm, evidence-based, down-to-earth, and practical.
Clients reach out for many reasons: a career that no longer fits, caring for family member living with dementia, adjusting to retirement, processing loss, or feeling stuck and ready for something different.
I'm a clinical psychologist (PhD) with 16 years across practice, research, and teaching, focused on midlife and later-life mental health, dementia, trauma and posttraumatic growth, and positive ageing. I offer individual therapy and tailored 10-week programs via telehealth, Australia-wide. My approach is warm, evidence-based, down-to-earth, and practical.
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Vaishle Venkipally
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Bundoora, VIC 3083
I am a general psychologist with a passion for helping people live happier and healthier lives. I believe that everyone has the potential to thrive with the right support, and I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and improve their overall well-being. I have been incredibly privileged to work with a diverse range of individuals from all walks of life.
I am a general psychologist with a passion for helping people live happier and healthier lives. I believe that everyone has the potential to thrive with the right support, and I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and improve their overall well-being. I have been incredibly privileged to work with a diverse range of individuals from all walks of life.
(03) 8400 0073 View (03) 8400 0073
Carol Cao
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
People navigating cultural and relationship and family conflict who want a clear, culturally aware space to organise their thinking, stay constructive, and use practical positive psychology strategies for real, everyday changes.帮助在文化冲突、人际关系冲突和家庭冲突中摸索前行的客户,理解留学生和亚洲移民背景的客户,一个清晰、尊重您的咨询,以便整理思路,并运用心理学的实用策略来带来切实可行的日常改变,Also offering Budget-friendly counseling —Cafe Or Park sessions -More relaxed, less anxiety, natural setting 户外心理咨询|咖啡馆/公园咨询 更放松、更自在、更贴近自然,让心理咨询不再拘束!
(07) 2100 4112 View (07) 2100 4112
Olga Rouss
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Online Only
I have been working as a clinical psychologist since 2002 seeing clients across a broad range of issues in hospitals, community settings, private practice and primary care. I also like running group sessions and developing therapeutic programs to sustain positive outcomes. My aim is that while working together you feel supported to achieve long-lasting positive change becoming more confident at understanding yourself and other people, managing your emotions and making thought-out well-balanced choices.
I have been working as a clinical psychologist since 2002 seeing clients across a broad range of issues in hospitals, community settings, private practice and primary care. I also like running group sessions and developing therapeutic programs to sustain positive outcomes. My aim is that while working together you feel supported to achieve long-lasting positive change becoming more confident at understanding yourself and other people, managing your emotions and making thought-out well-balanced choices.
(03) 7003 2757 View (03) 7003 2757
Working It Out Now counselling with Abi
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I bring to counselling professional expertise, lived experience, and genuine care for people navigating life’s complexities, including grief and loss. With a background in community services, leadership, and life in both rural and city settings, I understand personal struggles, family dynamics, the workplace, and the community. I believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported as a whole individual. I offer empathy, integrity, and practical insight to create a safe space for you to explore your story. I wish to bring you encouragement, understanding, and tools to strengthen your capacity to navigate lifes challenges.
I bring to counselling professional expertise, lived experience, and genuine care for people navigating life’s complexities, including grief and loss. With a background in community services, leadership, and life in both rural and city settings, I understand personal struggles, family dynamics, the workplace, and the community. I believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported as a whole individual. I offer empathy, integrity, and practical insight to create a safe space for you to explore your story. I wish to bring you encouragement, understanding, and tools to strengthen your capacity to navigate lifes challenges.
(03) 4713 5407 View (03) 4713 5407
Kim Maloney
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Diamond Creek, VIC 3089
As a person-centered counselor, I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety and build stronger, more meaningful relationships. Whether you’re seeking to deepen a romantic partnership, improve family dynamics, strengthen friendships, or enhance professional connections, I believe that understanding each other on a deeper level is the key to more fulfilling relationships. Together, we’ll work on improving communication, resolving challenges, and creating healthier, more connected lives.
As a person-centered counselor, I’m passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety and build stronger, more meaningful relationships. Whether you’re seeking to deepen a romantic partnership, improve family dynamics, strengthen friendships, or enhance professional connections, I believe that understanding each other on a deeper level is the key to more fulfilling relationships. Together, we’ll work on improving communication, resolving challenges, and creating healthier, more connected lives.
(03) 9070 3611 View (03) 9070 3611
Potential Pathways Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Northcote, VIC 3070
Hi, I'm Katia Cannalonga - a registered Psychologist. I work closely with clients to clarify their goals and empower them with the tools and insights needed to manage symptoms, build resilience, and create lasting change in their mental health and wellbeing. This is achieved through evidence based therapies including, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioural therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing and emotion-focused therapy.
Hi, I'm Katia Cannalonga - a registered Psychologist. I work closely with clients to clarify their goals and empower them with the tools and insights needed to manage symptoms, build resilience, and create lasting change in their mental health and wellbeing. This is achieved through evidence based therapies including, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioural therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing and emotion-focused therapy.
(03) 7302 8634 View (03) 7302 8634
Turtledove Counselling
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Heidelberg, VIC 3084
After a long career working closely with members of marginalised communities on issues relating to identity and language, and to challenges like family violence, dementia and social justice, I am building my counselling practice while continuing to deepen my expertise in experiential approaches.
Facing big changes? Trying to find your feet? Coping with change can be challenging and bring up painful emotions such as grief or anger. When the certainties that have held life together shift in unexpected ways there is also space for something new to emerge. Taking time to reflect in the midst of change helps people regain a sense of equilibrium and reconnect with their inner compass. I offer support for clients as they navigate loss, reconsider long held ways of being, identify sources of meaning and comfort, and consider how they want to move forward.
After a long career working closely with members of marginalised communities on issues relating to identity and language, and to challenges like family violence, dementia and social justice, I am building my counselling practice while continuing to deepen my expertise in experiential approaches.
Facing big changes? Trying to find your feet? Coping with change can be challenging and bring up painful emotions such as grief or anger. When the certainties that have held life together shift in unexpected ways there is also space for something new to emerge. Taking time to reflect in the midst of change helps people regain a sense of equilibrium and reconnect with their inner compass. I offer support for clients as they navigate loss, reconsider long held ways of being, identify sources of meaning and comfort, and consider how they want to move forward.
(03) 8400 0807 View (03) 8400 0807
Elizabeth Anne Martin
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with Adults and Seniors interested in addressing a range of concerns that impact mental health and wellness.
The first steps include matching care and treatment to your life experience and preferences. An eclectic therapeutic approach and a biopsychosocial lens allow treatment to be tailored to your life circumstance.
I work with Adults and Seniors interested in addressing a range of concerns that impact mental health and wellness.
The first steps include matching care and treatment to your life experience and preferences. An eclectic therapeutic approach and a biopsychosocial lens allow treatment to be tailored to your life circumstance.
(02) 3816 2973 View (02) 3816 2973
Delphine Marina Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Carlton, VIC 3053
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Coach with a profound commitment to guiding individuals on their transformative journeys. Trained in the intricacies of Soul Centred Psychotherapy (SCP), a Jungian-based modality, I specialise in fostering a vital connection with the whole self. In the realm of SCP, I can orchestrate a delicate dance between the everyday sense of self and the myriad layers of consciousness. This therapeutic approach illuminates the internal dynamics that shape our thoughts, moods, and behaviours in both personal and interpersonal realms.
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, and Coach with a profound commitment to guiding individuals on their transformative journeys. Trained in the intricacies of Soul Centred Psychotherapy (SCP), a Jungian-based modality, I specialise in fostering a vital connection with the whole self. In the realm of SCP, I can orchestrate a delicate dance between the everyday sense of self and the myriad layers of consciousness. This therapeutic approach illuminates the internal dynamics that shape our thoughts, moods, and behaviours in both personal and interpersonal realms.
(03) 9111 2668 View (03) 9111 2668
Eliza Mealey
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor registered with ACA and hold a BA of Creative Arts Psychotherapy from Ikon Institute Australia. The combination of having experience in both counselling and art therapy allows me to reach a diverse clientele. I work in a holistic way, guiding clients towards their strengths. I have experience working with adults who face life challenges and young children and adolescents who have social, emotional and behavioural issues. I facilitate individual counselling and group therapy/art therapy for adolescents who struggle with self identity and the pressures that come with school/family and social settings.
I am a qualified counsellor registered with ACA and hold a BA of Creative Arts Psychotherapy from Ikon Institute Australia. The combination of having experience in both counselling and art therapy allows me to reach a diverse clientele. I work in a holistic way, guiding clients towards their strengths. I have experience working with adults who face life challenges and young children and adolescents who have social, emotional and behavioural issues. I facilitate individual counselling and group therapy/art therapy for adolescents who struggle with self identity and the pressures that come with school/family and social settings.
(07) 3132 2928 View (07) 3132 2928
Ruth Adams Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Oakleigh, VIC 3166
I am a holistic Psychologist with over ten years experience working with people who have experienced trauma, complex relationships, financial and work related stress, as well as parenting and generational tension.
I am a holistic Psychologist with over ten years experience working with people who have experienced trauma, complex relationships, financial and work related stress, as well as parenting and generational tension.
(03) 7500 5881 View (03) 7500 5881

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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.

Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.

What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.

Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.