Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Footscray, VIC

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Samantha Fredericks
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Footscray, VIC 3011
I work one-on-one with adults with anxiety and panic disorders, depression, overwhelm, neurodiversity, trauma, PTSD and complex presentations.
I am kind and compassionate, and tailor strategies so that my clients feel heard, supported and empowered to create meaningful change, enhancing their relationships and their lives.
I work one-on-one with adults with anxiety and panic disorders, depression, overwhelm, neurodiversity, trauma, PTSD and complex presentations.
I am kind and compassionate, and tailor strategies so that my clients feel heard, supported and empowered to create meaningful change, enhancing their relationships and their lives.
(03) 7020 2710 View (03) 7020 2710
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Heart and Hope Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Footscray, VIC 3011
I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.
I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.
(03) 8658 2101 View (03) 8658 2101
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Bright Psych
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Footscray, VIC 3011
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
(03) 9068 6415 View (03) 9068 6415
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Felix Perigrie
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
2 Endorsed
Footscray, VIC 3011
Many people I work with have already spent years reflecting on their experiences. They know their patterns, understand their thoughts, and want to figure out what comes next. I work with neurodivergent, LGBTIQA+, and other marginalised folks who are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burnt out, and together, we find new ways to respond to challenges they face.
Many people I work with have already spent years reflecting on their experiences. They know their patterns, understand their thoughts, and want to figure out what comes next. I work with neurodivergent, LGBTIQA+, and other marginalised folks who are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burnt out, and together, we find new ways to respond to challenges they face.
(03) 8592 9249 View (03) 8592 9249
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Anna Inkster
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Footscray, VIC 3011
Feeling emotionally exhausted, depressed, burnt out or anxious takes up a lot of energy and mental space.
I have been counselling since 2017 and I have seen the positive impact and transformation that comes from the counselling space. I create a comfortable informal space and together we form a team to work through whatever you are bringing. I have experience and training but most importantly I have passion, warmth and empathy. I care.
Feeling emotionally exhausted, depressed, burnt out or anxious takes up a lot of energy and mental space.
I have been counselling since 2017 and I have seen the positive impact and transformation that comes from the counselling space. I create a comfortable informal space and together we form a team to work through whatever you are bringing. I have experience and training but most importantly I have passion, warmth and empathy. I care.
(03) 6146 1669 View (03) 6146 1669
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Calm Centre Therapy
Social Worker, MA, AASW
2 Endorsed
Footscray, VIC 3011
I work with people who are feeling lost in life, burnt out or anxious, who might be questioning their identity or gender, navigating grief, relationship issues and life changes.
My approach is trauma-informed and integrates somatic and evidence-based therapies. Alongside talk therapy, we'll also pay attention to how experiences are held in the body and build ways of responding that feel more supportive over time. In sessions, we'll work collaboratively and adapt therapy approaches to suit your unique needs.
I work with people who are feeling lost in life, burnt out or anxious, who might be questioning their identity or gender, navigating grief, relationship issues and life changes.
My approach is trauma-informed and integrates somatic and evidence-based therapies. Alongside talk therapy, we'll also pay attention to how experiences are held in the body and build ways of responding that feel more supportive over time. In sessions, we'll work collaboratively and adapt therapy approaches to suit your unique needs.
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Awombda Codd
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Footscray, VIC 3011
Awombda has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties and substance use issues.
Balancing challenge and support Awombda incorporates somatic experiencing, art therapy, DBT, strengths based approach and mindfulness into her practice. “I hope to offer my clients an alternative experience by supporting them to find a sense of freedom from the patterns of the past”.
Awombda has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties and substance use issues.
Balancing challenge and support Awombda incorporates somatic experiencing, art therapy, DBT, strengths based approach and mindfulness into her practice. “I hope to offer my clients an alternative experience by supporting them to find a sense of freedom from the patterns of the past”.
(03) 8797 5391 View (03) 8797 5391
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Nathan Smith
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Footscray, VIC 3011
Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, AOD, relationship issues, or any thing else I'd be happy to help.
I often work from a pluralistic approach that draws from Gestalt, Person-Centred, Narrative, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focussed therapies. I have experience and interest in supporting clients with AOD issues, trauma, and auditory, visual, and somatic hallucinations.
Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, AOD, relationship issues, or any thing else I'd be happy to help.
I often work from a pluralistic approach that draws from Gestalt, Person-Centred, Narrative, CBT, DBT, and Solution Focussed therapies. I have experience and interest in supporting clients with AOD issues, trauma, and auditory, visual, and somatic hallucinations.
(03) 8594 4097 View (03) 8594 4097
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Garth at Melbourne Inner West Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Footscray, VIC 3011
Helping you with anxiety, depression, stress & overwhelm, challenging experiences (you may wish not to talk about), and chronic pain.
Garth has a direct no-nonsense approach as your "Consultant" to your mind and life choices where you are the Boss. He will make suggestions and provide ideas that he welcomes disagreement and deep discussion. He provides CBT, ACT, psychoeducation, couples and interpersonal therapy, hypnotherapy, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Helping you with anxiety, depression, stress & overwhelm, challenging experiences (you may wish not to talk about), and chronic pain.
Garth has a direct no-nonsense approach as your "Consultant" to your mind and life choices where you are the Boss. He will make suggestions and provide ideas that he welcomes disagreement and deep discussion. He provides CBT, ACT, psychoeducation, couples and interpersonal therapy, hypnotherapy, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
0466 597 472 View 0466 597 472
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Mary Ta
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Footscray, VIC 3011
Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 10 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
I emphasise safety, warmth, and reliability in my work. Sessions are structured with you in mind, focusing on your strengths, resources, and feedback. Whether you're looking for practical strategies, deeper self-understanding, or simply a place to reflect, I aim to meet you at where you're at.
Using evidence-based practices, I support individuals (aged 10 years and above) for a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues - among other issues listed below.
I emphasise safety, warmth, and reliability in my work. Sessions are structured with you in mind, focusing on your strengths, resources, and feedback. Whether you're looking for practical strategies, deeper self-understanding, or simply a place to reflect, I aim to meet you at where you're at.
(03) 8566 7768 View (03) 8566 7768
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Daniel Paglialonga
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Footscray, VIC 3011
Have you ever been kept up late at night reliving distressing memories? Does your mind chatter and strong emotions interfere with your day-to-day? Are you looking to understand yourself more and make some changes? If your answer is "yes", then we should talk.
Have you ever been kept up late at night reliving distressing memories? Does your mind chatter and strong emotions interfere with your day-to-day? Are you looking to understand yourself more and make some changes? If your answer is "yes", then we should talk.
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Jason Lim-How
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Many clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, the impact of past experiences, or difficulties in relationships, and are looking for a space to better understand themselves and what’s been happening in their lives.
I offer evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy. I focus on helping you understand patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviour, and support meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
Many clients come to therapy experiencing anxiety, the impact of past experiences, or difficulties in relationships, and are looking for a space to better understand themselves and what’s been happening in their lives.
I offer evidence-based therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy. I focus on helping you understand patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviour, and support meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
(03) 7003 2893 View (03) 7003 2893
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Mai Linh Ngo-Nguyen
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I support clients through a wide range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and mood disorders to the more intricate issues of complex trauma and relationship dynamics.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, stress-related concerns, life transitions, and intimacy/relational issues. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based and trauma-focused interventions and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I support clients through a wide range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and mood disorders to the more intricate issues of complex trauma and relationship dynamics.
My areas of interest include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, stress-related concerns, life transitions, and intimacy/relational issues. My therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based and trauma-focused interventions and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Dimitri Hawa
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Areas of expertise include relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, neurodiverse affirming (ADHD/ASD), and, facilitating the process of psychological recovery from trauma and complex trauma (i., e childhood/adult abuse issues, domestic violence, family dysfunction, childhood neglect).
Dimitri provides counselling support by using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema therapy. Attachment work, Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, Client-Centered Framework, Exposure-Response Therapy, Strength-Based Approaches, Social Skills Training and Trauma Focussed Support
Areas of expertise include relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, anger management, neurodiverse affirming (ADHD/ASD), and, facilitating the process of psychological recovery from trauma and complex trauma (i., e childhood/adult abuse issues, domestic violence, family dysfunction, childhood neglect).
Dimitri provides counselling support by using evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema therapy. Attachment work, Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, Client-Centered Framework, Exposure-Response Therapy, Strength-Based Approaches, Social Skills Training and Trauma Focussed Support
(03) 9007 2339 View (03) 9007 2339
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Ngoc B Nguyen
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
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Caroline Spiers
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? Effective therapy will allow you space to talk and be heard and validated, guide you at your own pace on your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
Are you struggling with your life and feel you might have unresolved issues, trauma, relationship or neurodiversity challenges or managing family dynamics/adoptee/grief and loss, bereavement or cultural issues? LGBTQIA+ needs that aren’t being seen or understood? Effective therapy will allow you space to talk and be heard and validated, guide you at your own pace on your journey and provide safety and non judgement to explore what can be achieved. This is the foundation of my practice - always from a trauma informed perspective.
(03) 7003 2855 View (03) 7003 2855
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Cass Kozulin
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Hi I'm Cass! I am passionate about working with people to help create a happier and more fulfilled life. I believe that everyone has the potential create positive change despite adversity; we just need the tools to be able do so.
Hi I'm Cass! I am passionate about working with people to help create a happier and more fulfilled life. I believe that everyone has the potential create positive change despite adversity; we just need the tools to be able do so.
(03) 7003 2538 View (03) 7003 2538
Christina Pitter
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Serves Area
She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health.
Christina has studied meditation & mindfulness-based therapies, self-compassion therapy and non-violent communication. She has worked at the Centre Against Sexual Assault, Women’s Social Support Services (RWH), Pregnancy Advisory Services, the Foundation for Torture and Trauma and as a fertility counsellor with individuals and couples.
She works with people whose lives have been affected by childhood & adult trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family violence, and the impact of identity, family, ethnic and cultural issues on mental health.
Christina has studied meditation & mindfulness-based therapies, self-compassion therapy and non-violent communication. She has worked at the Centre Against Sexual Assault, Women’s Social Support Services (RWH), Pregnancy Advisory Services, the Foundation for Torture and Trauma and as a fertility counsellor with individuals and couples.
(02) 4504 0245 View (02) 4504 0245
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Marina Salambasis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
If you suffer from trauma, ADHD, ASD/Autism, depression, anxiety, substance use, sleep issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, low self-esteem, or bereavement, please email me to arrange a free 10-minute consultation.
I believe in a collaborative approach, working to set treatment goals and utilise a diverse array of treatment modalities tailored to you in an integrative approach. These modalities include: EMDR, IFS, ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, compassion focused therapy, person-centred therapy, emotion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy.
If you suffer from trauma, ADHD, ASD/Autism, depression, anxiety, substance use, sleep issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, low self-esteem, or bereavement, please email me to arrange a free 10-minute consultation.
I believe in a collaborative approach, working to set treatment goals and utilise a diverse array of treatment modalities tailored to you in an integrative approach. These modalities include: EMDR, IFS, ACT, CBT, somatic therapy, compassion focused therapy, person-centred therapy, emotion-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy.
(03) 7003 2085 View (03) 7003 2085
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Amy Maughan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
My services are for people with Stress/ Anxiety, Depression, Academic Study, ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Grief, Coping w/ Life - break-ups, relationships, new baby, migration, phd life, health problems, burnout, assertiveness, boundaries, career change, etc
Accepting New Clients! I believe passionately in being flexible, tailoring sessions, supporting personal development, growth, and insight with evidence-based choices. My practice is collaborative, neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, genuine and sincere. My work uses attachment theory, schema therapy, CBT, parts-work, chairwork, mindfulness and science. People can appear to be fine on the outside but harbour problems on the inside. They may be masking and hiding their underlying struggles. Therapy is a safe space to address your concerns. Maybe you see a pattern, maybe it is a new difficulty. You are welcome to reach out today!
My services are for people with Stress/ Anxiety, Depression, Academic Study, ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Grief, Coping w/ Life - break-ups, relationships, new baby, migration, phd life, health problems, burnout, assertiveness, boundaries, career change, etc
Accepting New Clients! I believe passionately in being flexible, tailoring sessions, supporting personal development, growth, and insight with evidence-based choices. My practice is collaborative, neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, genuine and sincere. My work uses attachment theory, schema therapy, CBT, parts-work, chairwork, mindfulness and science. People can appear to be fine on the outside but harbour problems on the inside. They may be masking and hiding their underlying struggles. Therapy is a safe space to address your concerns. Maybe you see a pattern, maybe it is a new difficulty. You are welcome to reach out today!
0481 832 091 View 0481 832 091

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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.