Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC
In my work as a Clinical Psychologist, I value building an authentic therapeutic relationship where people feel safe to explore their inner world in a non-judgemental, empathic space. I work from an integrative approach to help people develop a deeper understanding of themselves and patterns that may be causing emotional suffering.
I completed my Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Melbourne and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is predominantly informed by Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP).
In my work as a Clinical Psychologist, I value building an authentic therapeutic relationship where people feel safe to explore their inner world in a non-judgemental, empathic space. I work from an integrative approach to help people develop a deeper understanding of themselves and patterns that may be causing emotional suffering.
I completed my Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Melbourne and have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, self-esteem and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is predominantly informed by Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP).
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
I am a registered psychologist with 19 years of experience in private practice, offering a compassionate and supportive environment to explore and heal from life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and chronic pain, providing a client-centered approach that combines empathy, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity. My work focuses on helping adolescents and adults process past experiences, build emotional resilience, and navigate the emotional toll of chronic pain, creating lasting and meaningful change in their lives.
I am a registered psychologist with 19 years of experience in private practice, offering a compassionate and supportive environment to explore and heal from life’s challenges. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and chronic pain, providing a client-centered approach that combines empathy, curiosity, and cultural sensitivity. My work focuses on helping adolescents and adults process past experiences, build emotional resilience, and navigate the emotional toll of chronic pain, creating lasting and meaningful change in their lives.
I am very happy to work with individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds. I enjoy working with clients in freeing themselves of past traumatic experiences to live life more fully and freely. Additionally, I have extensive experience working from a lived experience lens with LGBTIQA+ communities and am kink, non-monogamous, and sex worker positive. I have a keen interest in working with people experiencing sexual health difficulties related to their mental health using a variety of hands-off counselling techniques. Finally, I offer couples counselling using the Gottman Method.
I am very happy to work with individuals from all walks of life and backgrounds. I enjoy working with clients in freeing themselves of past traumatic experiences to live life more fully and freely. Additionally, I have extensive experience working from a lived experience lens with LGBTIQA+ communities and am kink, non-monogamous, and sex worker positive. I have a keen interest in working with people experiencing sexual health difficulties related to their mental health using a variety of hands-off counselling techniques. Finally, I offer couples counselling using the Gottman Method.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
Are you experiencing low mood, finding it hard to stop worrying and feeling dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships or unhappy with your personal or working life? With the busyness of our lives and the pressures and demands we all face daily, our emotional wellbeing is an area which can be neglected. However, there comes a time when we know that it is time to stop and take some action to turn our life around. Counselling with me can help you with the skills and strategies you need to make changes and choices which will allow you to find the satisfaction you seek in the key areas of your life.
I offer caring, confidential counselling through Telehealth to make support more accessible, wherever you live in Australia. You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times. Additionally, I provide counselling support to people living in rural or regional areas as I care about people having access to the high quality service and being able to find mental health support when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
I offer caring, confidential counselling through Telehealth to make support more accessible, wherever you live in Australia. You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times. Additionally, I provide counselling support to people living in rural or regional areas as I care about people having access to the high quality service and being able to find mental health support when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
I am a fully qualified and registered counsellor with over 15 years of experience in the field of trauma, crisis counselling and supporting victims of crime. I have worked with individuals and families impacted by family violence, childhood trauma, addiction, grief and loss and relationship difficulties. If you feel stressed, anxious, sad or experience difficulties in coping with life challenges, supportive psychotherapy can be helpful. It may assist in gaining better understanding of yourself and how past experiences may affect your current behaviour, emotions, physical and mental health, and relationships.
I am a fully qualified and registered counsellor with over 15 years of experience in the field of trauma, crisis counselling and supporting victims of crime. I have worked with individuals and families impacted by family violence, childhood trauma, addiction, grief and loss and relationship difficulties. If you feel stressed, anxious, sad or experience difficulties in coping with life challenges, supportive psychotherapy can be helpful. It may assist in gaining better understanding of yourself and how past experiences may affect your current behaviour, emotions, physical and mental health, and relationships.
Lauren is a psychologist who works with adolescents and young adults. Lauren has extensive experience and has worked in hospital settings, a juvenile detention centre and private practice. She has a widespread of knowledge in diagnosis and treatment and aims to bring a warm, empathetic and collaborative approach to therapy. Lauren uses a range of therapeutic frameworks to tailor treatment to each individual. These frameworks include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Client Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
Lauren is a psychologist who works with adolescents and young adults. Lauren has extensive experience and has worked in hospital settings, a juvenile detention centre and private practice. She has a widespread of knowledge in diagnosis and treatment and aims to bring a warm, empathetic and collaborative approach to therapy. Lauren uses a range of therapeutic frameworks to tailor treatment to each individual. These frameworks include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Client Centred Play Therapy (CCPT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
Sexual or relationship concerns can be difficult to talk about and may negatively impact our emotional well-being and mental health. Often people tell me they have not felt comfortable discussing sexuality with other therapists and seek me out to explore issues of concern without judgement. As an accredited psychosexual therapist and mental health social worker I have worked for nearly 30 years supporting people to improve their sexual and interpersonal relationships, manage depression, anxiety, low self esteem, body image issues, sexual pleasure post trauma, grief, loss, communication difficulties and other concerns.
Sexual or relationship concerns can be difficult to talk about and may negatively impact our emotional well-being and mental health. Often people tell me they have not felt comfortable discussing sexuality with other therapists and seek me out to explore issues of concern without judgement. As an accredited psychosexual therapist and mental health social worker I have worked for nearly 30 years supporting people to improve their sexual and interpersonal relationships, manage depression, anxiety, low self esteem, body image issues, sexual pleasure post trauma, grief, loss, communication difficulties and other concerns.
I work with people navigating a range of challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, grief, relationship issues, those who may feel stuck or overwhelmed and are seeking supportive space to reflect on their experiences. Some are looking to manage difficult emotions, others want to make sense of past experiences, build understanding of themselves, or adjust to changes in life. Each person’s goals are unique, and I focus on supporting them to explore their priorities, clarify what matters most, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and aligned with their values, at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
I work with people navigating a range of challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, grief, relationship issues, those who may feel stuck or overwhelmed and are seeking supportive space to reflect on their experiences. Some are looking to manage difficult emotions, others want to make sense of past experiences, build understanding of themselves, or adjust to changes in life. Each person’s goals are unique, and I focus on supporting them to explore their priorities, clarify what matters most, and move toward a life that feels meaningful and aligned with their values, at a pace that feels safe and sustainable.
Everyone needs a toolkit of strategies to get more out of every day. If you feel you would benefit from a safe space to explore ways to live your life more fully, and with greater self-compassion and understanding, I welcome your contact.
I am passionate about working with young people to develop their self knowledge, and the skills and strategies to facilitate empowerment and positive change. I am committed to working with adults seeking ways to respond to their children’s needs, and their own, to maintain healthy relationships and foster personal growth.
Everyone needs a toolkit of strategies to get more out of every day. If you feel you would benefit from a safe space to explore ways to live your life more fully, and with greater self-compassion and understanding, I welcome your contact.
I am passionate about working with young people to develop their self knowledge, and the skills and strategies to facilitate empowerment and positive change. I am committed to working with adults seeking ways to respond to their children’s needs, and their own, to maintain healthy relationships and foster personal growth.
I provide personalised evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy in a warm, collaborative and compassionate environment. I firmly believe that everyone has different goals for therapy and I tailor my approach to individual needs and preferences. I work with a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety and anxiety related disorders, depression, trauma, emotion regulation issues, relationship issues, grief and life transitions. I am experienced working with specific issues and mood disturbances that occur in the context of ASD and ADHD.
I provide personalised evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy in a warm, collaborative and compassionate environment. I firmly believe that everyone has different goals for therapy and I tailor my approach to individual needs and preferences. I work with a wide range of mental health concerns such as anxiety and anxiety related disorders, depression, trauma, emotion regulation issues, relationship issues, grief and life transitions. I am experienced working with specific issues and mood disturbances that occur in the context of ASD and ADHD.
I am a holistic Psychologist with over ten years experience working with people who have experienced trauma, complex relationships, financial and work related stress, as well as parenting and generational tension.
I am a holistic Psychologist with over ten years experience working with people who have experienced trauma, complex relationships, financial and work related stress, as well as parenting and generational tension.
You might feel overwhelmed by the challenges and emotions you're experiencing, and struggling to cope. You may feel unsure about the reason you're seeking counselling, and taking the first step can feel difficult. In counselling, I aim to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can reflect and openly express yourself. Together, we will explore your experiences and work toward better self-understanding, improved coping ability, and a life that aligns with your values.
You might feel overwhelmed by the challenges and emotions you're experiencing, and struggling to cope. You may feel unsure about the reason you're seeking counselling, and taking the first step can feel difficult. In counselling, I aim to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where you can reflect and openly express yourself. Together, we will explore your experiences and work toward better self-understanding, improved coping ability, and a life that aligns with your values.
Deb is an experienced psychologist who focuses on building authentic relationships with her clients. She offers evidence-based assessment and support for a wide range of mental health concerns, Deb has a particular interest in women’s and LGBTQI+ mental health issues. She has a background of working in both community settings and private practice with clients from diverse backgrounds. Deb uses a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Parts work and self-compassion based therapy.
Deb is an experienced psychologist who focuses on building authentic relationships with her clients. She offers evidence-based assessment and support for a wide range of mental health concerns, Deb has a particular interest in women’s and LGBTQI+ mental health issues. She has a background of working in both community settings and private practice with clients from diverse backgrounds. Deb uses a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Parts work and self-compassion based therapy.
Martina has experience working in a number of settings, including private practice, community, forensic, and education sectors. She has worked primarily with adults with varied presentations, including mood and anxiety issues, relationship concerns, trauma issues, stress and burnout, personality difficulties, alcohol and other drug use, and adjustment issues
Martina has experience working in a number of settings, including private practice, community, forensic, and education sectors. She has worked primarily with adults with varied presentations, including mood and anxiety issues, relationship concerns, trauma issues, stress and burnout, personality difficulties, alcohol and other drug use, and adjustment issues
One of the miraculous things about being queer or trans is that our experiences do not fit in any box. Yet at times, we find ourselves isolated and uncertain, navigating our lives without a blueprint. Whether you are courageously working to heal troubled relationships with eating and food (including intersections with gender dysphoria or neurodivergence), navigating IVF, pregnancy or miscarriage as a queer person, working out non-normative relationship structures and transitions, or seeking to connect wiith what helps you to stay alive in this world, counselling with me is a safe and trusting space to reflect, heal and grow.
One of the miraculous things about being queer or trans is that our experiences do not fit in any box. Yet at times, we find ourselves isolated and uncertain, navigating our lives without a blueprint. Whether you are courageously working to heal troubled relationships with eating and food (including intersections with gender dysphoria or neurodivergence), navigating IVF, pregnancy or miscarriage as a queer person, working out non-normative relationship structures and transitions, or seeking to connect wiith what helps you to stay alive in this world, counselling with me is a safe and trusting space to reflect, heal and grow.
Kids At Max provides counselling and psychological assessments for children and adolescents. We support a wide range of emotional, behavioural and developmental needs through personalised, family-centred care.
Appointments are available in clinic, at home, at school and via telehealth, with funding options including NDIS, Medicare, Private Health Insurance and TAC. After an initial assessment, we work with families to create a tailored therapy plan with practical strategies and engaging sessions that support each child’s goals.
Kids At Max provides counselling and psychological assessments for children and adolescents. We support a wide range of emotional, behavioural and developmental needs through personalised, family-centred care.
Appointments are available in clinic, at home, at school and via telehealth, with funding options including NDIS, Medicare, Private Health Insurance and TAC. After an initial assessment, we work with families to create a tailored therapy plan with practical strategies and engaging sessions that support each child’s goals.
Her work integrates parts-based therapy (Internal Family Systems and Resource Therapy), Somatic Psychology, RI-EMDR and EMDR as core modalities, alongside Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Giorgia Deslandes is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (Registered Clinical) and the EMDR Association of Australia. Giorgia offers both counselling and psychotherapy from the northern suburbs of Melbourne.
Giorgia is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and works from an integrative, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach. Drawing on her background in community health and Masters in Counselling Psychology, she supports clients to heal from trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Her work integrates parts-based therapy (Internal Family Systems and Resource Therapy), Somatic Psychology, RI-EMDR and EMDR as core modalities, alongside Attachment-based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Informed CBT, Schema Therapy, and Existential Therapy.
Giorgia Deslandes is a Melbourne-based holistic counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (Registered Clinical) and the EMDR Association of Australia. Giorgia offers both counselling and psychotherapy from the northern suburbs of Melbourne.
Giorgia is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and works from an integrative, person-centred, and trauma-informed approach. Drawing on her background in community health and Masters in Counselling Psychology, she supports clients to heal from trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
