Attachment-based Counselling in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
As a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor I have experience working with many common issues and concerns (such as relationship conflict, grief and loss, work stress) as well as serious mental health difficulties (such as Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm and Suicidal Ideation). My particular areas of expertise are in the treatment of Complex Trauma, Childhood Sexual Abuse and Problem Gambling. I have spent the past 15 years developing specialist knowledge and skills in connecting with clients who have found it difficult to connect with a therapist in the past to get the assistance they need.
As a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor I have experience working with many common issues and concerns (such as relationship conflict, grief and loss, work stress) as well as serious mental health difficulties (such as Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm and Suicidal Ideation). My particular areas of expertise are in the treatment of Complex Trauma, Childhood Sexual Abuse and Problem Gambling. I have spent the past 15 years developing specialist knowledge and skills in connecting with clients who have found it difficult to connect with a therapist in the past to get the assistance they need.
I am informed by attachment-based modalities, somatic and sensorimotor approaches, polyvagal theory, and I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Whether you are new to considering therapy or want to go deeper, I'm curious to hear your needs. I maintain that despite the difficulties in our lives, our systems are naturally oriented toward healing and wellbeing. Challenges through both environmental or internal stressors such as trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and more complex issues of Neurodiversity or personality disorder are issues that can improve.
I am informed by attachment-based modalities, somatic and sensorimotor approaches, polyvagal theory, and I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Whether you are new to considering therapy or want to go deeper, I'm curious to hear your needs. I maintain that despite the difficulties in our lives, our systems are naturally oriented toward healing and wellbeing. Challenges through both environmental or internal stressors such as trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, and more complex issues of Neurodiversity or personality disorder are issues that can improve.
Hi! I am Samantha, I am passionate about creating the space for people to discover their self belief,resillience, inner strength and improve their relationships.
If you have been dealing with overwhelm,anxiety and depression for awhile you may have experienced a growing fear that change isnt possible for you.
I understand. I am a Clinical Counsellor, Core Process psychotherapist,Craniosacral Therapist. NeuroAffective Touch graduate,I have a strong background in yoga and minfulness meditation. I use all of these skills and lived experience to guide you to rediscover the best version of you. Take the first step and reach out today!
Hi! I am Samantha, I am passionate about creating the space for people to discover their self belief,resillience, inner strength and improve their relationships.
If you have been dealing with overwhelm,anxiety and depression for awhile you may have experienced a growing fear that change isnt possible for you.
I understand. I am a Clinical Counsellor, Core Process psychotherapist,Craniosacral Therapist. NeuroAffective Touch graduate,I have a strong background in yoga and minfulness meditation. I use all of these skills and lived experience to guide you to rediscover the best version of you. Take the first step and reach out today!
I have a special interest in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and trauma-informed therapies, and also draw from attachment-based theories, humanistic theory and psychodynamic-based concepts, depending on the client's needs and preferences.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, particularly adults and adolescents, to improve clients' wellbeing and help them achieve their goals. I have a particular interest in working with neurodevelopmental disorders, anxiety disorders, panic and phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and tic disorders. I also enjoy conducting all types of assessments, including cognitive, educational, and neurodevelopmental condition assessments, and strive to provide both assessments and therapy from a neurodiversity affirming perspective.
I have a special interest in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy and trauma-informed therapies, and also draw from attachment-based theories, humanistic theory and psychodynamic-based concepts, depending on the client's needs and preferences.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages, particularly adults and adolescents, to improve clients' wellbeing and help them achieve their goals. I have a particular interest in working with neurodevelopmental disorders, anxiety disorders, panic and phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and tic disorders. I also enjoy conducting all types of assessments, including cognitive, educational, and neurodevelopmental condition assessments, and strive to provide both assessments and therapy from a neurodiversity affirming perspective.
I’m a Couples and Family Therapist and Mental Health Social Worker based in Melbourne’s Inner West, offering therapy for individuals, couples, and families who are ready to untangle the tricky parts of being human together. I'm all about helping people feel more connected- whether that's partners trying to find that spark again, parents navigating the beautiful chaos of raising little humans, or families figuring how to get through a dinner together without conflict erupting.
I’m a Couples and Family Therapist and Mental Health Social Worker based in Melbourne’s Inner West, offering therapy for individuals, couples, and families who are ready to untangle the tricky parts of being human together. I'm all about helping people feel more connected- whether that's partners trying to find that spark again, parents navigating the beautiful chaos of raising little humans, or families figuring how to get through a dinner together without conflict erupting.
Good Chemistry Sex and Relationship therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Yarraville, VIC 3013
I work in a client-centred and emotion-focused/ attachment-based model of psychotherapy, looking at the ways our histories impact our current relationships and patterns of behaviour to help you find more choice and less reactivity.
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship, and or heal from a break-up. If you want to explore sexual functioning concerns such as; erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance intimacy, or perhaps explore sexuality/sexual/gender identity we can work through this in a safe space. Deeply explore who you are and what you need to build strong and enduring connections and relationships that thrive!
I work in a client-centred and emotion-focused/ attachment-based model of psychotherapy, looking at the ways our histories impact our current relationships and patterns of behaviour to help you find more choice and less reactivity.
I specialise in working with individuals, couples, and polycules from all walks of life and identities who are looking to heal their attachment styles, work on communication, rebuild their relationship, and or heal from a break-up. If you want to explore sexual functioning concerns such as; erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, painful penetration and/or enhance intimacy, or perhaps explore sexuality/sexual/gender identity we can work through this in a safe space. Deeply explore who you are and what you need to build strong and enduring connections and relationships that thrive!
I work with Attachment-based Models, Embodiment, Mindfulness, & Somatic Awareness
Hi, My name is Christy, I am a Holistic Counsellor working in East Melbourne and Thornbury. I have a passion for a holistic model of transforming the human experience which focuses on creativity, embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. I work in an integrative way using many models of therapy including emotion-focused, strengths-based, and humanistic. I help clients define their values, understand their motivations and explore their relationship to themselves and others on a deeper level.
I work with Attachment-based Models, Embodiment, Mindfulness, & Somatic Awareness
Hi, My name is Christy, I am a Holistic Counsellor working in East Melbourne and Thornbury. I have a passion for a holistic model of transforming the human experience which focuses on creativity, embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic awareness. I work in an integrative way using many models of therapy including emotion-focused, strengths-based, and humanistic. I help clients define their values, understand their motivations and explore their relationship to themselves and others on a deeper level.
Taking an attachment-based approach, I'll get to know you, your unique patterns and experiences.
I work with adults and adolescents who want to stop repeating old patterns in their life and relationships. You're the one who is always there for others, but find it difficult to accept help in return. Your friends and loved ones reassure you, but you're plagued with a feeling that you don't really have much to offer. Self-doubt holds you back, and a constant battle with your inner critic leaves you exhausted. You've already worked really hard to try and make changes in your life, but frustratingly, your problems return and you keep struggling with feelings of emptiness and unfulfillment.
Taking an attachment-based approach, I'll get to know you, your unique patterns and experiences.
I work with adults and adolescents who want to stop repeating old patterns in their life and relationships. You're the one who is always there for others, but find it difficult to accept help in return. Your friends and loved ones reassure you, but you're plagued with a feeling that you don't really have much to offer. Self-doubt holds you back, and a constant battle with your inner critic leaves you exhausted. You've already worked really hard to try and make changes in your life, but frustratingly, your problems return and you keep struggling with feelings of emptiness and unfulfillment.
Clients in the perinatal period include those trying to conceive, in pregnancy and the post-birth journey.
This stage in life can be overwhelming. Perinatal psychology can help with the emotional and physical experiences including anxiety, depression, loss, adjustments to relationships and identity, as well as attachment and infant mental health.
Cradle Psychology can be a part of your village in helping to support the challenges during this period of life.
“ Your journey is your own, but you don’t have to do it alone ”
Clients in the perinatal period include those trying to conceive, in pregnancy and the post-birth journey.
This stage in life can be overwhelming. Perinatal psychology can help with the emotional and physical experiences including anxiety, depression, loss, adjustments to relationships and identity, as well as attachment and infant mental health.
Cradle Psychology can be a part of your village in helping to support the challenges during this period of life.
“ Your journey is your own, but you don’t have to do it alone ”
As a trained Circle of Security Parent Educator, I apply attachment-based strategies to help parents attune to their children’s emotional needs, fostering secure, nurturing relationships.
I offer a warm, empathetic therapeutic approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs. With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change.
I am passionate about supporting clients as they heal, build resilience, and enhance their emotional and
As a trained Circle of Security Parent Educator, I apply attachment-based strategies to help parents attune to their children’s emotional needs, fostering secure, nurturing relationships.
I offer a warm, empathetic therapeutic approach using evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs. With experience in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy and mindfulness techniques, I work collaboratively with clients to create lasting change.
I am passionate about supporting clients as they heal, build resilience, and enhance their emotional and
With over 30 years’ experience, I integrate EMDR, CBT, ACT, and attachment-based approaches to support healing, resilience, and restoration for those impacted by complex and intergenerational trauma.
I’m an AASW-accredited Social Worker/Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based care. With Master’s degrees in Social Work and Global Health, I offer an integrative approach tailored to individuals facing trauma, loss, and life transitions. I specialise in supporting first responders and those impacted by displacement or intergenerational adversity, creating a safe, culturally sensitive space for healing. My practice is grounded in clinical rigour, compassion, and systemic insight—empowering clients to restore dignity, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
With over 30 years’ experience, I integrate EMDR, CBT, ACT, and attachment-based approaches to support healing, resilience, and restoration for those impacted by complex and intergenerational trauma.
I’m an AASW-accredited Social Worker/Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience delivering trauma-informed, evidence-based care. With Master’s degrees in Social Work and Global Health, I offer an integrative approach tailored to individuals facing trauma, loss, and life transitions. I specialise in supporting first responders and those impacted by displacement or intergenerational adversity, creating a safe, culturally sensitive space for healing. My practice is grounded in clinical rigour, compassion, and systemic insight—empowering clients to restore dignity, resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
I began my psychological practice supporting children and adolescents, developing my attachment-based and trauma-informed approach.
‘Cor’ Latin for heart: The heart, symbolising love, relationship, and attachment, reflects Cor Studio’s commitment to promoting relational safety. Cor Studio’s vision is to cultivate authentic connections and secure attachments, empowering individuals to feel safe within themselves and their communities.
‘Studio’ A room where an artist works: Just as art is created from unique tools and mediums that reflect peaks, dips, light, and darkness, each person is shaped by their singular upbringing, challenges, needs, strengths, values, and goals. Cor Studio is dedicated to holistic wellbeing support that integrates the whole.
I began my psychological practice supporting children and adolescents, developing my attachment-based and trauma-informed approach.
‘Cor’ Latin for heart: The heart, symbolising love, relationship, and attachment, reflects Cor Studio’s commitment to promoting relational safety. Cor Studio’s vision is to cultivate authentic connections and secure attachments, empowering individuals to feel safe within themselves and their communities.
‘Studio’ A room where an artist works: Just as art is created from unique tools and mediums that reflect peaks, dips, light, and darkness, each person is shaped by their singular upbringing, challenges, needs, strengths, values, and goals. Cor Studio is dedicated to holistic wellbeing support that integrates the whole.
Deb uses a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy and Attachment-based therapy.
Deb takes a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach. She is dedicated to creating an empathetic, safe and non-judgemental space to achieve positive outcomes with her clients. Interest Areas: Anxiety, Stress management and burnout, Depression, Perinatal issues, Relationship difficulties Low self-esteem, Panic Disorder, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, OCD.
Deb uses a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy and Attachment-based therapy.
Deb takes a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive approach. She is dedicated to creating an empathetic, safe and non-judgemental space to achieve positive outcomes with her clients. Interest Areas: Anxiety, Stress management and burnout, Depression, Perinatal issues, Relationship difficulties Low self-esteem, Panic Disorder, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, OCD.
I use a trauma informed, attachment-based approach drawing on various evidence based approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about supporting women to: 1) Break free of making others happy at expense to their own needs, and saying yes to avoid conflict with others. 2) Navigate times of significant change in their lives (relationship challenges/ breakdowns, career shifts, partner's death, empty nest, the complexities peri/menopause, etc). 3) Navigate fertility issues. Together, we’ll help you challenge from the habits and patterns that have held you back so we you can support you to reclaim your joy, find more ease and connect to the more fulfilling life!
I use a trauma informed, attachment-based approach drawing on various evidence based approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, I am passionate about supporting women to: 1) Break free of making others happy at expense to their own needs, and saying yes to avoid conflict with others. 2) Navigate times of significant change in their lives (relationship challenges/ breakdowns, career shifts, partner's death, empty nest, the complexities peri/menopause, etc). 3) Navigate fertility issues. Together, we’ll help you challenge from the habits and patterns that have held you back so we you can support you to reclaim your joy, find more ease and connect to the more fulfilling life!
Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind.
Anna is experienced in assisting people with a wide range of concerns. These include depression, anxiety, conflict resolution, trauma, accidents, grief, loss, adjustment and workplace issues to name a few. Anna is focused on providing only Telehealth services. She takes special care to connect seamlessly online and build rapport and connection quickly.
Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind.
Anna is experienced in assisting people with a wide range of concerns. These include depression, anxiety, conflict resolution, trauma, accidents, grief, loss, adjustment and workplace issues to name a few. Anna is focused on providing only Telehealth services. She takes special care to connect seamlessly online and build rapport and connection quickly.
I use a blend of trauma-informed therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), & attachment-based approaches.
Troubled, disconnected, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Navigating a tough transition, relationship issues, past Trauma, parenting? If you want support & to feel more connected with life, self & others, I am based in Melbourne - working worldwide - specialising in relationships & life transitions. I work with adults, young people & couples, seeking healing from their past & a thriving future. My approach: I use neurobiology, attachment theory, Family Systems therapy, Existential, cognitive, solution & Somatic therapies to aid you toward deeper connections and meaning in life. <3 The right fit is important. Contact me to talk!
I use a blend of trauma-informed therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), & attachment-based approaches.
Troubled, disconnected, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Navigating a tough transition, relationship issues, past Trauma, parenting? If you want support & to feel more connected with life, self & others, I am based in Melbourne - working worldwide - specialising in relationships & life transitions. I work with adults, young people & couples, seeking healing from their past & a thriving future. My approach: I use neurobiology, attachment theory, Family Systems therapy, Existential, cognitive, solution & Somatic therapies to aid you toward deeper connections and meaning in life. <3 The right fit is important. Contact me to talk!
Depending upon your needs, I use a mix of attachment-based, systemic and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) in practice.
I support individuals, couples, and families to build deep, lasting, loving relationships. If you struggle with the to-and-fro of attachment insecurity, relationship safety, endless conflict, the hurt of infidelity or lack of emotional or sexual intimacy, there is help. With deep knowledge of relationships, communication, and the latest in neuroscience, I can help you build grounded and practical tools to build attachment security and safety, stop fighting, repair from betrayal or loss of trust, and restore deep intimacy. I can also help you manage overwhelm, anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity in relationships, and life transitions.
Depending upon your needs, I use a mix of attachment-based, systemic and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) in practice.
I support individuals, couples, and families to build deep, lasting, loving relationships. If you struggle with the to-and-fro of attachment insecurity, relationship safety, endless conflict, the hurt of infidelity or lack of emotional or sexual intimacy, there is help. With deep knowledge of relationships, communication, and the latest in neuroscience, I can help you build grounded and practical tools to build attachment security and safety, stop fighting, repair from betrayal or loss of trust, and restore deep intimacy. I can also help you manage overwhelm, anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity in relationships, and life transitions.
Giorgia integrates interventions from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy and Existentialism to create a safe space for clients to process and heal at their own pace.
Giorgia is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor. Giorgia is registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practices both counselling and psychotherapy. Giorgia is certified in Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma and draws upon her qualifications in Counselling Psychology (MA) to ensure an integrative, person-centred and strengths based approach to therapy.
Giorgia integrates interventions from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy and Existentialism to create a safe space for clients to process and heal at their own pace.
Giorgia is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor. Giorgia is registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practices both counselling and psychotherapy. Giorgia is certified in Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma and draws upon her qualifications in Counselling Psychology (MA) to ensure an integrative, person-centred and strengths based approach to therapy.
Centre Self Collective - EMDR Intensives
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Intensives are EMDR focused, but I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your goals and needs, blending attachment-based approaches and ego-state therapy to maximise the effectiveness of EDMR treatment.
Hi, I’m Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick, Melbourne, and Daylesford. If you’re here, you may be dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, mood difficulties, or trauma. You’re not alone, and the right support is available. With over 12 years of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in social work practice and clinical excellence. I’m committed to providing evidence-based care that brings meaningful, lasting change.
Intensives are EMDR focused, but I tailor my therapeutic approach based on your goals and needs, blending attachment-based approaches and ego-state therapy to maximise the effectiveness of EDMR treatment.
Hi, I’m Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick, Melbourne, and Daylesford. If you’re here, you may be dealing with anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, mood difficulties, or trauma. You’re not alone, and the right support is available. With over 12 years of experience, my practice is deeply rooted in social work practice and clinical excellence. I’m committed to providing evidence-based care that brings meaningful, lasting change.
This client group can benefit from attachment-based interventions, relationship and communication skills as well as emotion regulation and psychoeducation.
I will use a range of therapies and modalities to support and empower clients either through individual sessions or dyad / family sessions.
This client group can benefit from attachment-based interventions, relationship and communication skills as well as emotion regulation and psychoeducation.
I will use a range of therapies and modalities to support and empower clients either through individual sessions or dyad / family sessions.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.