Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
It is normal to feel challenged by life at times. However, if you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, overwhelmed, or you are seeking to increase self-understanding, perhaps I can help. I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist. My services include individual therapy, relationship therapy, and neuroaffirming autism / ADHD assessment.
It is normal to feel challenged by life at times. However, if you feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, overwhelmed, or you are seeking to increase self-understanding, perhaps I can help. I'm a clinical and forensic psychologist. My services include individual therapy, relationship therapy, and neuroaffirming autism / ADHD assessment.
If you’re feeling anxious, burned out, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to think your way out of, there’s likely a good reason.
I help you slow down and gently make sense of the patterns that have shaped you. When these protective responses are met with understanding rather than pressure to change, they begin to loosen on their own. This brings more calm to the body and opens up new ways of relating with less reactivity, more choice, and greater self-trust.
If you’re feeling anxious, burned out, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to think your way out of, there’s likely a good reason.
I help you slow down and gently make sense of the patterns that have shaped you. When these protective responses are met with understanding rather than pressure to change, they begin to loosen on their own. This brings more calm to the body and opens up new ways of relating with less reactivity, more choice, and greater self-trust.
Maybe anxiety, depression, or ADHD is holding you back.
I create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Combining talk therapy, mindfulness, and creative approaches like art therapy, I tailor sessions to your unique needs. Together, we’ll process emotions, explore solutions, and build skills to manage life’s challenges. Let’s work together to help you move forward with confidence.
Maybe anxiety, depression, or ADHD is holding you back.
I create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered. Combining talk therapy, mindfulness, and creative approaches like art therapy, I tailor sessions to your unique needs. Together, we’ll process emotions, explore solutions, and build skills to manage life’s challenges. Let’s work together to help you move forward with confidence.
You may feel overwhelmed with negative thoughts, memories and fears about the future.
Trauma often leads to other issues that need also to be addressed, e.g. insomnia and anxiety. I've been a counsellor and therapist for over 22 years working with diverse client groups across Australia, the UK, the Irish Republic Along the way, I've trained in talking therapies, CBT, working with dissociation, parts, alcohol and drugs and hypnotherapy.
You may feel overwhelmed with negative thoughts, memories and fears about the future.
Trauma often leads to other issues that need also to be addressed, e.g. insomnia and anxiety. I've been a counsellor and therapist for over 22 years working with diverse client groups across Australia, the UK, the Irish Republic Along the way, I've trained in talking therapies, CBT, working with dissociation, parts, alcohol and drugs and hypnotherapy.
Daniela has a passion for working with kids, adolescents, and adults with various presentations; Autism, ADHD, anxiety concerns, depressive disorders, and personality disorders (such as, BPD).
Daniela works within a CBT/Psychodynamic lens, with her incorporating elements from various interventions as necessary, such as DBT modules, ACT principles, Imagery rescripting, and Psychodynamic therapy.
Daniela has a passion for working with kids, adolescents, and adults with various presentations; Autism, ADHD, anxiety concerns, depressive disorders, and personality disorders (such as, BPD).
Daniela works within a CBT/Psychodynamic lens, with her incorporating elements from various interventions as necessary, such as DBT modules, ACT principles, Imagery rescripting, and Psychodynamic therapy.
Are you a parent worried about your child's anxiety, big emotions, trauma, or behaviour?
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor with 15+ years experience. I offer play therapy, filial therapy, trauma-informed counselling, CBT, ACT and EMDR approaches for children and families, alongside clinical supervision for social workers, AMHSWs, and play therapists.
Are you a parent worried about your child's anxiety, big emotions, trauma, or behaviour?
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist – Supervisor with 15+ years experience. I offer play therapy, filial therapy, trauma-informed counselling, CBT, ACT and EMDR approaches for children and families, alongside clinical supervision for social workers, AMHSWs, and play therapists.
Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know.
Professional Counselling is about understanding what is happening to you or happened to you in the past and finding strategies & tools for making this better, safer, easier, happier or at a place of calm for you.
Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know.
Professional Counselling is about understanding what is happening to you or happened to you in the past and finding strategies & tools for making this better, safer, easier, happier or at a place of calm for you.
I lived through severe depression, anxiety, and deep mental health struggles.
From daily life stressors to severe mental breakdowns, no one understands better than someone who has lived through the experience. That is what you find with Islamic counselling: a real person who understands your struggles firsthand.
I lived through severe depression, anxiety, and deep mental health struggles.
From daily life stressors to severe mental breakdowns, no one understands better than someone who has lived through the experience. That is what you find with Islamic counselling: a real person who understands your struggles firsthand.
She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues.
Her clinic hours vary from Monday-Saturday.
She has experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and parenting issues.
Her clinic hours vary from Monday-Saturday.
Veronica provides treatment for a range of mental health concerns such anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, grief & loss, major life transitions, PTSD/C-PTSD, childhood and attachment-based trauma, and interpersonal issues.
Dr Veronica Meredith is a Clinical Psychologist with experience across a range of community health and inpatient settings. At WelcomingSpace Psychology, Veronica provides a warm, safe and inclusive environment where your individual story is valued. She takes a collaborative approach to her work, exploring “Why here?”, “Why now?” and “How did I get here?” to build a shared understanding. Therapy is tailored to your needs, values and goals, supporting meaningful change and greater self-understanding and wellbeing.
Veronica provides treatment for a range of mental health concerns such anxiety, depression, stress & burnout, grief & loss, major life transitions, PTSD/C-PTSD, childhood and attachment-based trauma, and interpersonal issues.
Dr Veronica Meredith is a Clinical Psychologist with experience across a range of community health and inpatient settings. At WelcomingSpace Psychology, Veronica provides a warm, safe and inclusive environment where your individual story is valued. She takes a collaborative approach to her work, exploring “Why here?”, “Why now?” and “How did I get here?” to build a shared understanding. Therapy is tailored to your needs, values and goals, supporting meaningful change and greater self-understanding and wellbeing.
I work with young adults, adults and seniors experiencing trauma, anxiety, neurodiversity, depression, and major life transitions.
I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that combines EMDR with an attachment focus, parts work, and somatic practices. Therapy focuses on helping clients process difficult experiences, regulate their nervous system, and develop practical tools to navigate stress, relationships, and life challenges.
I work with young adults, adults and seniors experiencing trauma, anxiety, neurodiversity, depression, and major life transitions.
I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that combines EMDR with an attachment focus, parts work, and somatic practices. Therapy focuses on helping clients process difficult experiences, regulate their nervous system, and develop practical tools to navigate stress, relationships, and life challenges.
Andrea Larkins Clinical & Counselling
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Brunswick East, VIC 3057
You feel yourself sinking into increasingly negative feelings and worries.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with a deep commitment to creating a warm and compassionate therapeutic relationship. I have over 20 years experience helping people with a range of problems, such as depression, anxiety, childhood trauma/emotional neglect, grief & loss, relationship problems, low self worth, life transitions & many others.
You feel yourself sinking into increasingly negative feelings and worries.
I am a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with a deep commitment to creating a warm and compassionate therapeutic relationship. I have over 20 years experience helping people with a range of problems, such as depression, anxiety, childhood trauma/emotional neglect, grief & loss, relationship problems, low self worth, life transitions & many others.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing ADHD, Autism, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, social challenges, and behavioural concerns.
I provide evidence-based therapy and comprehensive ADHD, cognitive, and academic assessments. My approach is structured and practical, helping clients build insight, skills, and confidence.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing ADHD, Autism, anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, social challenges, and behavioural concerns.
I provide evidence-based therapy and comprehensive ADHD, cognitive, and academic assessments. My approach is structured and practical, helping clients build insight, skills, and confidence.
I work with a variety of presentations and problems, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, trauma, life adjustments, grief, ADHD, perfectionism, pain, self-esteem challenges, and more.
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 work with a variety of presentations and problems, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, anger, trauma, life adjustments, grief, ADHD, perfectionism, pain, self-esteem challenges, and more.
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 have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy.
I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD.
My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
I have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy.
I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD.
My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
I work primarily with adult women navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you. Some people come to counselling looking for practical strategies and guidance, while others simply need a space to finally exhale, feel heard, and not have to hold everything together for a while.
I work primarily with adult women navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you. Some people come to counselling looking for practical strategies and guidance, while others simply need a space to finally exhale, feel heard, and not have to hold everything together for a while.
Life is constantly changing and this uncertainty can be a challenge for some people, and may lead to anxiety and depression or other disorders.
As a clinical psychologist I diagnose and treat many different conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance use disorders, and OCD. I can also help with worry, stress and trauma. I have extensive experience working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder.
Life is constantly changing and this uncertainty can be a challenge for some people, and may lead to anxiety and depression or other disorders.
As a clinical psychologist I diagnose and treat many different conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), substance use disorders, and OCD. I can also help with worry, stress and trauma. I have extensive experience working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder.
But inside you feel anxious, wired, and tired of holding it all together.
I help women, including LGBTQ+ women, untangle anxiety, attachment wounds, and unhealthy relationship patterns. I bring both professional training and lived experience. Alongside EMDR and nervous system work, I may incorporate targeted amino acid support to help you to feel stable, strong and supported on all levels.
But inside you feel anxious, wired, and tired of holding it all together.
I help women, including LGBTQ+ women, untangle anxiety, attachment wounds, and unhealthy relationship patterns. I bring both professional training and lived experience. Alongside EMDR and nervous system work, I may incorporate targeted amino acid support to help you to feel stable, strong and supported on all levels.
If you have suffered grief and loss, trauma, or anxiety/depression you can learn reframing and healing strategies to come to a resolution.
If you are feeling stuck, and isolated, confidential and respectful therapy may be an empowering way forward. Manuela has Level I & II training in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and is passionate about advancing in this exciting field covered by Medicare. Other therapies include CBT, ACT, Solution Focussed, DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
If you have suffered grief and loss, trauma, or anxiety/depression you can learn reframing and healing strategies to come to a resolution.
If you are feeling stuck, and isolated, confidential and respectful therapy may be an empowering way forward. Manuela has Level I & II training in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and is passionate about advancing in this exciting field covered by Medicare. Other therapies include CBT, ACT, Solution Focussed, DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Stephanie is a registered clinical psychologist who specialises in working with adolescents and young adults with emotional difficulties. She also works with parents who are wanting to understand their child or support their mental health. Her therapeutic focus is to create a safe space to allow people to think about their emotional experience as well as better understand themselves and what they need to work through their difficulties either emotionally or in relationships. Furthermore, she has an interest in people who have had a sibling or parent with a chronic health issue or disability as well as and grief and loss.
Stephanie is a registered clinical psychologist who specialises in working with adolescents and young adults with emotional difficulties. She also works with parents who are wanting to understand their child or support their mental health. Her therapeutic focus is to create a safe space to allow people to think about their emotional experience as well as better understand themselves and what they need to work through their difficulties either emotionally or in relationships. Furthermore, she has an interest in people who have had a sibling or parent with a chronic health issue or disability as well as and grief and loss.
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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.