Psychologists and Therapists for Teens in Forest Hill, VIC

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Felix & Sage Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs. From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs. From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
(03) 8595 5009 View (03) 8595 5009
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Sarah Jane Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
In my private practice, I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences openly. My counselling approach is client-centred, meaning I believe that each individual has the inner strength and capacity for growth, healing, and change. My role is to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, helping them gain clarity, develop coping strategies, and build self-awareness.
In my private practice, I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences openly. My counselling approach is client-centred, meaning I believe that each individual has the inner strength and capacity for growth, healing, and change. My role is to walk alongside clients as they navigate challenges, helping them gain clarity, develop coping strategies, and build self-awareness.
(03) 8771 5098 View (03) 8771 5098
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Mira Chazan
Social Worker, AASW
Forest Hill, VIC 3131
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. Together, we work with sensitivity and compassion, bringing gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. Together, we work with sensitivity and compassion, bringing gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
(03) 9070 5249 View (03) 9070 5249
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Emma Gyeonghyang Song
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Melbourne Counsellor in English and Korean (멜번한국심리상담사), multi-cultural couples 부부, 관계, anger, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EAP: Employment Assisstance Program:직장인심리상담, , VOCAT: Victim of Crime 피해자보상, 가정폭력. I am an engaging and client-centred counsellor and specialise in providing effective therapeutic support to multicultural background Asian migrants. I tailor sessions to meet the uniquely personal needs and circumstances of each client . I help my clients to focus on what they would like to be different in their lives. Hoped-for outcomes are explored, and immediate steps taken to change or manage any issues and concerns.
Melbourne Counsellor in English and Korean (멜번한국심리상담사), multi-cultural couples 부부, 관계, anger, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EAP: Employment Assisstance Program:직장인심리상담, , VOCAT: Victim of Crime 피해자보상, 가정폭력. I am an engaging and client-centred counsellor and specialise in providing effective therapeutic support to multicultural background Asian migrants. I tailor sessions to meet the uniquely personal needs and circumstances of each client . I help my clients to focus on what they would like to be different in their lives. Hoped-for outcomes are explored, and immediate steps taken to change or manage any issues and concerns.
(03) 9069 9451 View (03) 9069 9451
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Roshanak (Roshi) Raoofi
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I have over 5 years of experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds including adults, teens and elderly, couples and families in crisis.
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
I have over 5 years of experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds including adults, teens and elderly, couples and families in crisis.
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
(03) 7500 5937 View (03) 7500 5937
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Laburnum Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
We have psychologists who work with children and adolescents, as well as people who work with adults and the elderly.
We have psychologists who work across a very broad range of therapeutic approaches, so as to ensure every person can get the right assistance for their needs. We feel confident that we will be able to match you will the right psychologist to help guide you.
We have psychologists who work with children and adolescents, as well as people who work with adults and the elderly.
We have psychologists who work across a very broad range of therapeutic approaches, so as to ensure every person can get the right assistance for their needs. We feel confident that we will be able to match you will the right psychologist to help guide you.
(03) 9068 5884 View (03) 9068 5884

More Therapists Nearby

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Manolis Lamnatos - Elysium Psychology
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Call Elysium Psychology today on 0491 709 555 - Manoli (he/ him) is a registered and accredited Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association His ability to actively listen in an empathic and non-judgemental manner supports his person-centred approach in building therapeutic relationships. He is capable and competent to support the mental health needs of clients who may be experiencing Anxiety or Depression. Manoli has a particular interest in working with individuals and couples regarding relationships. He is trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Call Elysium Psychology today on 0491 709 555 - Manoli (he/ him) is a registered and accredited Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association His ability to actively listen in an empathic and non-judgemental manner supports his person-centred approach in building therapeutic relationships. He is capable and competent to support the mental health needs of clients who may be experiencing Anxiety or Depression. Manoli has a particular interest in working with individuals and couples regarding relationships. He is trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
(03) 7003 2829 View (03) 7003 2829
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Darren Rose
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Caulfield North, VIC 3161
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
Darren works primarily with children, adolescents and adults. He is also dedicated to providing evidence-based intervention to his clients as well as their families. Darren practices from the strength-based approach, using a biopsychosocial model in all of his case formulation as well as family systems theory.
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
Darren works primarily with children, adolescents and adults. He is also dedicated to providing evidence-based intervention to his clients as well as their families. Darren practices from the strength-based approach, using a biopsychosocial model in all of his case formulation as well as family systems theory.
(03) 9068 5778 View (03) 9068 5778
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Rachel Elizabeth Dougherty
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Carlton North, VIC 3054
My work is about being curious; diving deeper into exploring the self, all the mysterious, hidden, buried and forgotten aspects. It's a rediscovery... helping to find your magic, raw, beautifully wild, unconditioned YOU. It's about getting in touch with your child-like curiosity and coming home to your innermost self. I am particularly passionate about working with adults to navigate; grief and loss, relationships, fear, shame, anger, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, major life transitions, developing self-love, self-worth and self-compassion.
My work is about being curious; diving deeper into exploring the self, all the mysterious, hidden, buried and forgotten aspects. It's a rediscovery... helping to find your magic, raw, beautifully wild, unconditioned YOU. It's about getting in touch with your child-like curiosity and coming home to your innermost self. I am particularly passionate about working with adults to navigate; grief and loss, relationships, fear, shame, anger, overwhelm, anxiety, depression, major life transitions, developing self-love, self-worth and self-compassion.
(03) 4420 3875 View (03) 4420 3875
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Bita Riazati Anxiety Depression Relationships
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Bita Riazati is a registered psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Lacanian psychoanalyst in Melbourne. Her work is oriented by the teachings of Sigmund Freud and Jacques Lacan. Psychoanalysis is a clinical approach that seeks to understand and treat psychological suffering through the person's speech, life history, and unconscious processes, rather than by applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Bita Riazati is a registered psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Lacanian psychoanalyst in Melbourne. Her work is oriented by the teachings of Sigmund Freud and Jacques Lacan. Psychoanalysis is a clinical approach that seeks to understand and treat psychological suffering through the person's speech, life history, and unconscious processes, rather than by applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
0433 781 919 View 0433 781 919
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Rania Ahmed
Counsellor, PACFA
Essendon, VIC 3040
To make sense of the world we live in can be very hard. Join me in trying the untangle knots and opened locked doors to our truth and finding a more productive perspective on our stories.
To make sense of the world we live in can be very hard. Join me in trying the untangle knots and opened locked doors to our truth and finding a more productive perspective on our stories.
(03) 7303 3139 x048148 View (03) 7303 3139 x048148
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Olivia Syposs
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Malvern East, VIC 3145
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
(03) 7500 5494 View (03) 7500 5494
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Tanya Arabatzoudis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
I'm a clinical psychologist and founder of Wise Mind Psychology & Wellbeing. I value developing meaningful therapeutic relationships and working collaboratively, to achieve positive outcomes. I'm often asked whether I think people can change. I truly believe people have the capacity to grow, learn and adapt even in great adversity. That's what my greatest goal is. I want to support you to move towards a rich & meaningful life despite what life throws your way.
I'm a clinical psychologist and founder of Wise Mind Psychology & Wellbeing. I value developing meaningful therapeutic relationships and working collaboratively, to achieve positive outcomes. I'm often asked whether I think people can change. I truly believe people have the capacity to grow, learn and adapt even in great adversity. That's what my greatest goal is. I want to support you to move towards a rich & meaningful life despite what life throws your way.
(03) 7003 2839 View (03) 7003 2839
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Ingrid Cranston
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
With over 18 years in youth justice, I specialise in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and personality disorders.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
With over 18 years in youth justice, I specialise in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and personality disorders.
Clarity Health Care (CHC) provides comprehensive mental health care through a unified team of psychologists, clinical psychologists, and psychiatrists, all working towards your emotional well-being and mental clarity. At our Fitzroy and Hobart clinics, we offer a serene, supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship challenges, our experienced therapists are here to guide you. Our team includes some of the most skilled professionals in Melbourne and Hobart.
(03) 9448 8028 View (03) 9448 8028
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Sharyn Brew
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Croydon, VIC 3136
I specialise in child and adolescent psychotherapy, parent/carer therapy and support.
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, which is a therapeutic intervention that aims to look at lies behind your child/ adolescents’ behaviour. As a parent‐infant psychotherapist, intervention involves meeting with parents/carers and infants/children and adolecesents together.
I specialise in child and adolescent psychotherapy, parent/carer therapy and support.
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, which is a therapeutic intervention that aims to look at lies behind your child/ adolescents’ behaviour. As a parent‐infant psychotherapist, intervention involves meeting with parents/carers and infants/children and adolecesents together.
(03) 8771 4290 View (03) 8771 4290
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Sonia Khodabakhsh
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Welcome! I believe that with appropriate support, we have the inherent potential to move beyond suffering, toward a life of meaning and purpose. My goal is to support every individual to enhance their well- being and life satisfaction and reach their goals. I am an integrative therapist. I draw on a range of evidence-based interventions to ensure a client-specific approach to therapy.
Welcome! I believe that with appropriate support, we have the inherent potential to move beyond suffering, toward a life of meaning and purpose. My goal is to support every individual to enhance their well- being and life satisfaction and reach their goals. I am an integrative therapist. I draw on a range of evidence-based interventions to ensure a client-specific approach to therapy.
(03) 6160 5409 View (03) 6160 5409
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Dr Bronwyn Coward
Psychologist, PsychD
Frankston, VIC 3199
Bronwyn in a senior Clinical Neuropsychologist and specialises in assessment. She is passionate about helping her clients understand how their brains work and what this means for their daily life. She believes a diagnosis is only one piece of the puzzle and focuses on providing the understanding, support, and practical steps needed to move forward. Bronwyn specialises in diagnosis and neuropsychological assessment, seeing both adults and children for a wide range of concerns. This includes: - ADHD - Autism - Learning difficulties - Concussion - Traumatic brain injury - Stroke - Hypoxic brain injury - Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Bronwyn in a senior Clinical Neuropsychologist and specialises in assessment. She is passionate about helping her clients understand how their brains work and what this means for their daily life. She believes a diagnosis is only one piece of the puzzle and focuses on providing the understanding, support, and practical steps needed to move forward. Bronwyn specialises in diagnosis and neuropsychological assessment, seeing both adults and children for a wide range of concerns. This includes: - ADHD - Autism - Learning difficulties - Concussion - Traumatic brain injury - Stroke - Hypoxic brain injury - Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
(03) 5910 7612 View (03) 5910 7612
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Ellie Craig
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Ringwood East, VIC 3135
Helping Individuals and Couples Navigate Life's Challenges Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be feeling stuck, navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or carrying more than your fair share of life's responsibilities. Alongside individual counselling, I work with couples wanting to improve communication, navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection. Clients often describe me as warm, genuine and easy to talk to. My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative, creating a space where you can feel heard, understood and supported while working towards meaningful change.
Helping Individuals and Couples Navigate Life's Challenges Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be feeling stuck, navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or carrying more than your fair share of life's responsibilities. Alongside individual counselling, I work with couples wanting to improve communication, navigate conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection. Clients often describe me as warm, genuine and easy to talk to. My approach is down-to-earth and collaborative, creating a space where you can feel heard, understood and supported while working towards meaningful change.
(03) 8203 5370 View (03) 8203 5370
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Jason Kozica
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Mitcham, VIC 3132
Jason loves animals and has two certified therapy dogs, who help make clients feel calm and they often join clients for a “walk and talk” session. Jason particularly likes working with neurodivergent young people and is dedicated to neuroaffirming practices. He has extensive experience working with autistic and ADHD clients and can also do neuroaffirming assessments. He also has substantial experience working with clients with OCD and schizophrenia and has completed intensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy(ERP).
Jason loves animals and has two certified therapy dogs, who help make clients feel calm and they often join clients for a “walk and talk” session. Jason particularly likes working with neurodivergent young people and is dedicated to neuroaffirming practices. He has extensive experience working with autistic and ADHD clients and can also do neuroaffirming assessments. He also has substantial experience working with clients with OCD and schizophrenia and has completed intensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy(ERP).
(03) 8771 4393 x61 View (03) 8771 4393 x61
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Gregory Neale
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
have over 19 years of experience helping families, teens, children, and adults in a variety of mental health settings.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—whether due to past trauma, anxiety, depression, or struggles with self-expression. They may be seeking a path to healing, self-discovery, or greater emotional clarity. Their goals are to feel more connected to themselves and others, to express emotions freely, and to develop healthier coping strategies.
have over 19 years of experience helping families, teens, children, and adults in a variety of mental health settings.
My ideal client is someone who feels overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—whether due to past trauma, anxiety, depression, or struggles with self-expression. They may be seeking a path to healing, self-discovery, or greater emotional clarity. Their goals are to feel more connected to themselves and others, to express emotions freely, and to develop healthier coping strategies.
1800 501 200 View 1800 501 200
FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.