Psychodynamic Psychologists and Therapists in Fitzroy, VIC

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Daniela Miszkinis, Counsellor & Art Therapist.
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My areas of expertise include: DBT-informed Art Therapy and Jungian psychodynamic client-centred methods.
Benefits of Art Therapy: boosts self-esteem, affirms dignity and self-worth, provides an emotional outlet, helps to express oneself in a way that is safe and contained, especially when accessing traumatic material. Awakens dormant memories and stimulates senses.
My areas of expertise include: DBT-informed Art Therapy and Jungian psychodynamic client-centred methods.
Benefits of Art Therapy: boosts self-esteem, affirms dignity and self-worth, provides an emotional outlet, helps to express oneself in a way that is safe and contained, especially when accessing traumatic material. Awakens dormant memories and stimulates senses.
(03) 7003 2809 View (03) 7003 2809
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Fatma Mansoury
Social Worker
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi! I’m Fatma (she/her), I am a passionate and driven clinician eager to bring my skills in mental health and the community to support your needs. I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families. I am a committed individual who believes in providing compassionate and effective mental health support tailored to your specific needs. I aim to use my skills to contribute to positive outcomes suited to your goals and desires. My approach combines empathy, dedication, and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those I work with.
Hi! I’m Fatma (she/her), I am a passionate and driven clinician eager to bring my skills in mental health and the community to support your needs. I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families. I am a committed individual who believes in providing compassionate and effective mental health support tailored to your specific needs. I aim to use my skills to contribute to positive outcomes suited to your goals and desires. My approach combines empathy, dedication, and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those I work with.
(03) 7302 8230 View (03) 7302 8230
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Dr Vesna Newman-Morris
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Dr Vesna Newman-Morris is a senior clinical psychologist with further training in psychoanalysis. She has an established private practice and has worked in specialist public mental health services, community health services, and the university sector. She works with people with diverse backgrounds and a broad variety of issues. Her clinical and research expertise includes the impact of complex developmental trauma on personality function and mental health, including early childhood trauma and abuse, responses to traumatic events, and intergenerational risk and protective factors in attachment relationships.
Dr Vesna Newman-Morris is a senior clinical psychologist with further training in psychoanalysis. She has an established private practice and has worked in specialist public mental health services, community health services, and the university sector. She works with people with diverse backgrounds and a broad variety of issues. Her clinical and research expertise includes the impact of complex developmental trauma on personality function and mental health, including early childhood trauma and abuse, responses to traumatic events, and intergenerational risk and protective factors in attachment relationships.
(03) 8797 5601 View (03) 8797 5601
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Jessica Hack
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Jess! When seeing me, you can expect a warm, genuine clinician who makes you feel heard. Whether you are looking for support during a challenging time or wish to gain a deeper understanding of self-defeating coping strategies, I aim to provide you with a space to reflect and learn about yourself. As a therapist, I work from the belief that relationships are both the source of our deepest wounds and the space where true healing can take place. The therapeutic relationship itself can be a corrective emotional experience—one that fosters trust, empowerment, and the reweaving of secure attachment.
Hi, I'm Jess! When seeing me, you can expect a warm, genuine clinician who makes you feel heard. Whether you are looking for support during a challenging time or wish to gain a deeper understanding of self-defeating coping strategies, I aim to provide you with a space to reflect and learn about yourself. As a therapist, I work from the belief that relationships are both the source of our deepest wounds and the space where true healing can take place. The therapeutic relationship itself can be a corrective emotional experience—one that fosters trust, empowerment, and the reweaving of secure attachment.
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Sharon Wells
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
(03) 7003 2107 View (03) 7003 2107
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Sarah Branchflower
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a friendly, down-to-earth approach and work hard to develop a positive and trusting relationship where clients feel truly heard and supported. I have over a decade of experience supporting adults and adolescents through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, perinatal mental health concerns, trauma, stress management, life adjustments, and parenting concerns. I have a special passion for perinatal mental health and supporting clients through the transformative journey of becoming parents.
I have a friendly, down-to-earth approach and work hard to develop a positive and trusting relationship where clients feel truly heard and supported. I have over a decade of experience supporting adults and adolescents through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, perinatal mental health concerns, trauma, stress management, life adjustments, and parenting concerns. I have a special passion for perinatal mental health and supporting clients through the transformative journey of becoming parents.
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Neil Maizels
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Help with understanding: Depression / Anxiety Relationship and intimacy issues Midlife and blocked creativity in life choices when at a crossroad. Eating and learning issues. Social and friendship issues. Sexuality issues. Work issues. Pregnancy and post-Natal issues. The focus is on underlying conflict or trauma that has remained stuck, but under the surface of one’s awareness.
Help with understanding: Depression / Anxiety Relationship and intimacy issues Midlife and blocked creativity in life choices when at a crossroad. Eating and learning issues. Social and friendship issues. Sexuality issues. Work issues. Pregnancy and post-Natal issues. The focus is on underlying conflict or trauma that has remained stuck, but under the surface of one’s awareness.
0431 487 887 View 0431 487 887
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Louisa Kitchin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My approach is relational and psychodynamic.
Every relationship leaves something behind: a way of protecting yourself, a pattern you didn't choose, a version of yourself you learned to lead with because it felt safer than the authentic one. You may know what you "should" do, but something stops you from saying the thing out loud. Maybe in this relationship, maybe in all of them.
My approach is relational and psychodynamic.
Every relationship leaves something behind: a way of protecting yourself, a pattern you didn't choose, a version of yourself you learned to lead with because it felt safer than the authentic one. You may know what you "should" do, but something stops you from saying the thing out loud. Maybe in this relationship, maybe in all of them.
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Rodrigo Latorre
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome, just a little about me, I practice Clinical Psychology using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and much of my work is from a psychodynamic perspective, with a welcoming and respectful approach.
I offer a respectful style and a professional process driven by the goals set with clients to reach the desired outcomes. I draw from several therapeutic approaches, techniques and strategies to collaboratively design an intervention that will benefit the client.
Welcome, just a little about me, I practice Clinical Psychology using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and much of my work is from a psychodynamic perspective, with a welcoming and respectful approach.
I offer a respectful style and a professional process driven by the goals set with clients to reach the desired outcomes. I draw from several therapeutic approaches, techniques and strategies to collaboratively design an intervention that will benefit the client.
(03) 7003 2026 View (03) 7003 2026
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Alexander J Karkar
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Psychoanalysis in Melbourne. If a psychoanalyst is in a position to listen, then the patient - the one said to be 'in analysis', is certainly in a position to speak. Nevertheless, there is very little that is certain about being in a position to speak, especially speaking under the directive of the fundamental rule: Say whatever comes to mind, censor nothing, no matter how insignificant, Idiotic, perverse, or crazy you think it is. Proceeding in this manner for a while would it be at all surprising if we came to learn something?
Psychoanalysis in Melbourne. If a psychoanalyst is in a position to listen, then the patient - the one said to be 'in analysis', is certainly in a position to speak. Nevertheless, there is very little that is certain about being in a position to speak, especially speaking under the directive of the fundamental rule: Say whatever comes to mind, censor nothing, no matter how insignificant, Idiotic, perverse, or crazy you think it is. Proceeding in this manner for a while would it be at all surprising if we came to learn something?
(03) 6146 1675 View (03) 6146 1675
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Beth Laliberte Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I integrate a trauma-informed practice and draw on therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, ACT, EMDR.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where healing and growth can occur by working from a place of collaboration, curiosity, and compassion. Together, we work to build insight and explore patterns that may be contributing to difficulties in your life by looking beyond symptoms to understand how past experiences shape current thoughts, feelings, and relationships.
I integrate a trauma-informed practice and draw on therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, ACT, EMDR.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where healing and growth can occur by working from a place of collaboration, curiosity, and compassion. Together, we work to build insight and explore patterns that may be contributing to difficulties in your life by looking beyond symptoms to understand how past experiences shape current thoughts, feelings, and relationships.
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Alexandra Scoleri
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Serves Area
People often come to psychotherapy as an alternative to mainstream psychological treatments, in the hope of finding deeper resolutions to long standing issues. Psychotherapy indeed offers a path to resolving underlying causes of mental health or relational issues, through longer term therapy. In my practice of psychotherapy, I offer a reflective relationship, where we use the body (somatic therapy) and our relationship (interpersonal therapy), as sources of insight and change. This process can not only relieve symptoms such as anxiety or depression but also provides fundamental insights into who you are and who you might want to be.
People often come to psychotherapy as an alternative to mainstream psychological treatments, in the hope of finding deeper resolutions to long standing issues. Psychotherapy indeed offers a path to resolving underlying causes of mental health or relational issues, through longer term therapy. In my practice of psychotherapy, I offer a reflective relationship, where we use the body (somatic therapy) and our relationship (interpersonal therapy), as sources of insight and change. This process can not only relieve symptoms such as anxiety or depression but also provides fundamental insights into who you are and who you might want to be.
(03) 9827 0302 View (03) 9827 0302
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Couples Therapy Melbourne
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Serves Area
At Couples Therapy Melbourne, we support individuals and couples facing relationship challenges, emotional disconnection, and communication breakdowns. We work with those struggling to rebuild intimacy, manage conflict, or navigate life transitions such as marriage or parenthood. Our clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past trauma, impacting their relationships. We provide a safe, compassionate space to develop effective communication skills, strengthen emotional bonds, and gain clarity on relationship dynamics. Our goal is to help clients reconnect, heal, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.
At Couples Therapy Melbourne, we support individuals and couples facing relationship challenges, emotional disconnection, and communication breakdowns. We work with those struggling to rebuild intimacy, manage conflict, or navigate life transitions such as marriage or parenthood. Our clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past trauma, impacting their relationships. We provide a safe, compassionate space to develop effective communication skills, strengthen emotional bonds, and gain clarity on relationship dynamics. Our goal is to help clients reconnect, heal, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.
(03) 7003 2143 View (03) 7003 2143
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Melissa Collins
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and insight-oriented, drawing on evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, attachment-informed and psychodynamic approaches.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on CBT, ACT, and attachment-based therapies within a trauma-informed framework.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and insight-oriented, drawing on evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, attachment-informed and psychodynamic approaches.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on CBT, ACT, and attachment-based therapies within a trauma-informed framework.
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Jo Efron
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
(03) 7003 2157 View (03) 7003 2157
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Walter Carter
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
0480 137 195 View 0480 137 195
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Yannik Sauerborn
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Do you feel overwhelmed with emotions and don't know where to start? Maybe you feel anxious, or are overthinking all the time? Whatever it is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s happening, and work through the issues to make you feel calmer, stronger, and more in control. My approach is warm, genuine, and down-to-earth. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself, and know that therapy is a space where you’ll be met with understanding and support.
Do you feel overwhelmed with emotions and don't know where to start? Maybe you feel anxious, or are overthinking all the time? Whatever it is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s happening, and work through the issues to make you feel calmer, stronger, and more in control. My approach is warm, genuine, and down-to-earth. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself, and know that therapy is a space where you’ll be met with understanding and support.
(03) 7303 3009 View (03) 7303 3009
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Jesse Muscatello
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Online Educator at The University of Melbourne for the Graduate degree in Youth Mental Health. I have several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. I work to help you uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms, getting to the core of your issues with a focus on long-term change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and Online Educator at The University of Melbourne for the Graduate degree in Youth Mental Health. I have several years of experience across public and private mental health settings, as well as teaching university-level psychology subjects at The University of Melbourne and Victoria University. I work to help you uncover and address unconscious emotional patterns that may perpetuate presenting symptoms, getting to the core of your issues with a focus on long-term change.
0432 171 801 View 0432 171 801
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Kat Maguire
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, EFT and Depth Enquiry (EMDR), Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs.
Kat Maguire is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, EFT and Depth Enquiry (EMDR), Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs.
Kat Maguire is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
(03) 7003 2952 View (03) 7003 2952
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Chris Carter
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
(03) 9111 5364 View (03) 9111 5364