Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Frankston South, VIC
Evidence-based therapy that considers the whole person
At Mindmap Connections, we offer personalised counselling that respects the uniqueness of each individual. Our work is grounded in evidence-based therapy and a whole-person perspective, recognising that mental health is shaped by both internal experiences and life circumstances.
When beneficial, we collaborate with trusted practitioners to provide coordinated support, ensuring you receive care that reflects your full situation — not just symptoms.
We exist to move mental health care beyond guesswork.
Evidence-based therapy that considers the whole person
At Mindmap Connections, we offer personalised counselling that respects the uniqueness of each individual. Our work is grounded in evidence-based therapy and a whole-person perspective, recognising that mental health is shaped by both internal experiences and life circumstances.
When beneficial, we collaborate with trusted practitioners to provide coordinated support, ensuring you receive care that reflects your full situation — not just symptoms.
We exist to move mental health care beyond guesswork.
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds? You might feel caught in repeating relationship patterns or trapped by a persistent inner conflict—where one part of you wants to move forward, but another feels frozen in past hurts.
I help you move forward by honoring every aspect of your story. Grounded in compassion and non-judgment, we explore root causes while actively building your inner core. Together, we safely process the past, transform your relationship with yourself, and break the cycles holding you back.
Are you navigating the exhausting aftermath of trauma and relational wounds? You might feel caught in repeating relationship patterns or trapped by a persistent inner conflict—where one part of you wants to move forward, but another feels frozen in past hurts.
I help you move forward by honoring every aspect of your story. Grounded in compassion and non-judgment, we explore root causes while actively building your inner core. Together, we safely process the past, transform your relationship with yourself, and break the cycles holding you back.
Most people who reach out aren't in crisis. They're carrying something — stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or a low-grade feeling that something isn't right. Sometimes life looks fine from the outside. It just doesn't feel that way.
A lot of my clients are men who've never talked to anyone about this. That's okay. You don't need the right words or a clear sense of what you need before reaching out.
I work with clients of all genders. I'm an ACA Registered Counsellor offering counselling, breathwork, and mindfulness — in-person in Mornington or online across Australia. We figure out what's most useful for you.
Most people who reach out aren't in crisis. They're carrying something — stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, or a low-grade feeling that something isn't right. Sometimes life looks fine from the outside. It just doesn't feel that way.
A lot of my clients are men who've never talked to anyone about this. That's okay. You don't need the right words or a clear sense of what you need before reaching out.
I work with clients of all genders. I'm an ACA Registered Counsellor offering counselling, breathwork, and mindfulness — in-person in Mornington or online across Australia. We figure out what's most useful for you.
I am a warm and insightful Clinical Psychologist with strong treatment outcomes. My experience includes St Vincent's Hospital, Epworth Rehabilitation, University of Melbourne, and the Royal Children's Hospital. If you're feeling down, very anxious or upset about problems in close relationships - you'll find that my approach provides confidence to move forward quickly. OCD, depression and anxiety are major areas of expertise. I have completed many years of advanced training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy with world-class therapists, and have an extensive background in mindfulness. Sessions are soothing and uplifting.
I am a warm and insightful Clinical Psychologist with strong treatment outcomes. My experience includes St Vincent's Hospital, Epworth Rehabilitation, University of Melbourne, and the Royal Children's Hospital. If you're feeling down, very anxious or upset about problems in close relationships - you'll find that my approach provides confidence to move forward quickly. OCD, depression and anxiety are major areas of expertise. I have completed many years of advanced training in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy with world-class therapists, and have an extensive background in mindfulness. Sessions are soothing and uplifting.
Claudiana believes in setting meaningful goals and developing a personalised, client-centred approach. Her strength is in engagement, as she is a warm yet effective therapist who sees taking the first step toward therapy as a courageous and empowering choice. Claudiana’s therapeutic approach includes a focus on unconscious thoughts and feelings that can impact mood, behaviour and relationships. Psychodynamic psychotherapy includes looking at underlying causes to better support each person’s growth, healing and overall well-being, and is often considered an important approach when there are long-standing mental health difficulties.
Claudiana believes in setting meaningful goals and developing a personalised, client-centred approach. Her strength is in engagement, as she is a warm yet effective therapist who sees taking the first step toward therapy as a courageous and empowering choice. Claudiana’s therapeutic approach includes a focus on unconscious thoughts and feelings that can impact mood, behaviour and relationships. Psychodynamic psychotherapy includes looking at underlying causes to better support each person’s growth, healing and overall well-being, and is often considered an important approach when there are long-standing mental health difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist working with children up to 12 years and people aged 17 and over. I primarily support people experiencing anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, or adjustment to parenting. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, or finding that past experiences continue to affect your emotions, relationships, or daily life.
I am a clinical psychologist working with children up to 12 years and people aged 17 and over. I primarily support people experiencing anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, or adjustment to parenting. You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in familiar patterns, or finding that past experiences continue to affect your emotions, relationships, or daily life.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
I am a qualified IAT (Integrative Attachment Therapy) therapist which specialises in adult attachment repair. Attachment repair effectively treats anxious, avoidant and disorganised attachment in adults, helping clients to achieve inner security, relationship satisfaction, and emotional well-being.
I use a combination of emotional, cognitive and somatic therapeutic approaches in my work, because not everyone is the same, and I find as a therapist I need a variety of tools in my kit to meet the unique needs of each client.
I am a qualified IAT (Integrative Attachment Therapy) therapist which specialises in adult attachment repair. Attachment repair effectively treats anxious, avoidant and disorganised attachment in adults, helping clients to achieve inner security, relationship satisfaction, and emotional well-being.
I use a combination of emotional, cognitive and somatic therapeutic approaches in my work, because not everyone is the same, and I find as a therapist I need a variety of tools in my kit to meet the unique needs of each client.
Hi I'm Kerryn Knight, Clinical Counsellor, Sandtray Therapist and Masters Qualified Art Therapist with over 17 years of experience. At Empowered Art Therapy within Kindred Art Space, I combine creative therapies with traditional psychotherapy to support your mental health and wellbeing. My approach is particularly effective if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, and transitions in life, helping you find clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.
Hi I'm Kerryn Knight, Clinical Counsellor, Sandtray Therapist and Masters Qualified Art Therapist with over 17 years of experience. At Empowered Art Therapy within Kindred Art Space, I combine creative therapies with traditional psychotherapy to support your mental health and wellbeing. My approach is particularly effective if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, and transitions in life, helping you find clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.
Joanna is a Clinical Psychologist offering face to face services in Baxter, just off the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, as well as telehealth options for those elsewhere. Joanna is warm and empathetic and uses evidence based therapies to assist clients with their therapy goals. Joanna works with a broad range of issues including anxiety & depression, trauma and PTSD, couples and relationships, stress, self esteem, addictions and more.
Joanna is a Clinical Psychologist offering face to face services in Baxter, just off the Mornington Peninsula Freeway, as well as telehealth options for those elsewhere. Joanna is warm and empathetic and uses evidence based therapies to assist clients with their therapy goals. Joanna works with a broad range of issues including anxiety & depression, trauma and PTSD, couples and relationships, stress, self esteem, addictions and more.
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From 2003, Chiu has worked with autistic people and their families. Since then, she's developed proficiency treating and supporting clients across the lifespan experiencing trauma, chronic pain & fatigue, loss & grief, anxiety & mood disorders and minority stress (eg. Autistic, ADHD, medically disabled, culturally diverse and trans & gender questioning persons).
Clients describe Chiu as thorough, efficient, down-to-earth, and practical. She works with a strengths-based, trauma-informed, person-centred lens, offering a no-BS, affirming approach grounded in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
From 2003, Chiu has worked with autistic people and their families. Since then, she's developed proficiency treating and supporting clients across the lifespan experiencing trauma, chronic pain & fatigue, loss & grief, anxiety & mood disorders and minority stress (eg. Autistic, ADHD, medically disabled, culturally diverse and trans & gender questioning persons).
Clients describe Chiu as thorough, efficient, down-to-earth, and practical. She works with a strengths-based, trauma-informed, person-centred lens, offering a no-BS, affirming approach grounded in evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
Hello, I’m Christine, a registered psychologist. I work with adults managing ADHD or Autism, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief and loss, and mid-life transitions such as perimenopause and menopause. I work well with clients who want their inner experience to be understood and held with care, and who value a collaborative partner to help them recognise patterns, clarify their needs and enhance their wellbeing. I offer a steady, supportive space to reduce overwhelm, make sense of your experiences, and build practical strategies that align with your neurotype, values and daily realities.
Hello, I’m Christine, a registered psychologist. I work with adults managing ADHD or Autism, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief and loss, and mid-life transitions such as perimenopause and menopause. I work well with clients who want their inner experience to be understood and held with care, and who value a collaborative partner to help them recognise patterns, clarify their needs and enhance their wellbeing. I offer a steady, supportive space to reduce overwhelm, make sense of your experiences, and build practical strategies that align with your neurotype, values and daily realities.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, past and present trauma, grief, and major life transitions. I also work with parents and their children/adolescents who are experiencing behavioural, social, or learning issues, as well as women rebuilding their lives and families after domestic violence. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches within a psychodynamic framework.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, past and present trauma, grief, and major life transitions. I also work with parents and their children/adolescents who are experiencing behavioural, social, or learning issues, as well as women rebuilding their lives and families after domestic violence. My approach is collaborative and insight-oriented, drawing on attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches within a psychodynamic framework.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward.
Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples and have a passion for empowering you on your path forward.
Many of my clients are navigating couples / relationship dynamics or are processing lingering impacts of past experiences. Often high-functioning and thoughtful, they find themselves stuck between who they are and who they want to be. If you are hoping to feel more secure in yourself and/or your relationships, if you are seeking to reconnect or find meaning, if you are looking to learn to respond to life's challenges with greater clarity and confidence, I can support you on your journey.
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I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs.
If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too.
You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Hello!
I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs.
If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too.
You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Liselotte has worked in various settings - among which private practice, return-to-work programs (mainly covering stress-related issues such as burn-out), an (outpatient) addiction education and treatment center and geriatric rehabilitation units - with the bulk of her experience in private practice.
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
Liselotte has worked in various settings - among which private practice, return-to-work programs (mainly covering stress-related issues such as burn-out), an (outpatient) addiction education and treatment center and geriatric rehabilitation units - with the bulk of her experience in private practice.
Liselotte (or Lisa) is a Clinical Psychologist registered in Australia. In addition to her master's degree in clinical and health psychology, she has completed a PhD in environmental psychology. Since obtaining her Master’s degree in 2005, Liselotte has gained a lot of experience as a psychologist and has worked with many different client populations and in various settings. She has worked with clients from 4 to 104 years old, but works mainly with adults now. Liselotte has international work experience, having worked as a psychologist in the Netherlands, Belgium, Australia and Norway.
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Welcome, I am currently accepting new clients, with no wait time or need to have a GP referral.
Hello there,
Welcome, I am currently accepting new clients, with no wait time or need to have a GP referral.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
Kayla is a Registered Psychologist and Director of Open Minds Studios. She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues. Kayla enjoys helping people understand themselves and their environments better and to feel more empowered in their lives. She finds joy in seeing clients feel more comfortable in themselves and their relationships. Clients who work with Kayla receive an integrated approach to therapeutic care tailored to their needs and interests.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges such as anxiety, low mood, chronic pain, or life transitions, who feels stuck but is motivated to make change. They want clarity, coping strategies, and a sense of control over their life. Their goals may include improving relationships, building confidence, managing stress, or living more in line with their values. They seek a supportive, collaborative space to understand themselves better, develop practical tools, and create lasting change so they can move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
My ideal client is someone navigating challenges such as anxiety, low mood, chronic pain, or life transitions, who feels stuck but is motivated to make change. They want clarity, coping strategies, and a sense of control over their life. Their goals may include improving relationships, building confidence, managing stress, or living more in line with their values. They seek a supportive, collaborative space to understand themselves better, develop practical tools, and create lasting change so they can move toward a more balanced, fulfilling life.
Nearby Seniors Therapists Searches for Frankston South
- Baxter
- Carrum
- Carrum Downs
- Cranbourne
- Frankston
- Langwarrin
- Mornington
- Mount Eliza
- Patterson Lakes
- Seaford
- Skye
- Somerville
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.