Counselling in Greater Melbourne (Metropolitan), VIC

With years of experience in private practice, corrections, and community settings, I am a skilled Forensic Counsellor, Assessor, and Psychotherapist who has worked extensively with adolescents, adults, and families. As a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), my focus is on helping people who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed, struggling with anxiety or depression, dealing with drug and alcohol use, or trying to support someone with substance use issues. I recognize that these challenges can be complex and multifaceted, and I customize therapy to meet your unique needs, drawing on a range of approaches.

I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed; are being held back by anxiety or depression; are concerned about their drug and/or alcohol use; or are trying to support someone with substance use issues. I understand that these issues can be complex and multifaceted. I work with people to manage their issues while learning new coping skills, building their self-esteem and capacity using their strengths in order to achieve their goals.

I am a psychologist and supervisor with a warm, collaborative approach and experience working with a range of concerns. I have special interests in working with anxiety & depression, eating disorders & body-image, trauma and family issues, self-esteem, burn-out, LGBTQIA+ clients, as well as working with women on alcohol use. I work with each person individually to identify meaningful and relevant goals and have a holistic and trauma-informed approach. With children & adolescents I work from a developmental framework incorporating play and collaboration with work with parents. I also provide supervision for other therapists.

I am a clinical and forensic psychologist who has experience and knowledge in a variety of areas including mood/affective disorders, anxiety disorders, forensic mental health, substance use, anger management, and trauma. I help clients who are struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression, and/or difficult or traumatic experiences, better understand what has been going on for them, and together, we will make a plan for how best to address these concerns.

Catherine Dwyer is a Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience. She is a respected Senior Psychologist within the public mental health system. Catherine has worked as a private practitioner for the last 19 years. Catherine is skilled in treating mood disorders, trauma, grief and anger, and issues related to life adjustment, stress and relationship difficulties. Catherine is committed to providing evidence-based treatment to the people that she sees. Catherine is particularly interested in the application of the principles of neuroscience and neuroplasticity to therapeutic work.

Catherine enjoys establishing long term therapeutic relationships. Catherine likes to help clients explore their pasts and understand how one’s story affects their current situation. Catherine enjoys helping her clients to establish a deeper level of connection to self.

Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.

Western Psychology offers psychological therapy to young people and adults experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and substance use. We believe in positive therapeutic relationships and collaboration with clients to achieve therapeutic goals.

Hi, my name is Jenny, I am a bilingual (English and 国语) counsellor specialising in Domestic Abuse and Addiction with a court-approved qualification. I have extensive experience in supporting both women with experiences of family violence and men who use family violence. My passion particularly lies in working with people from Asian cultural backgrounds, with my knowledge and good understanding of Asian culture, I offer valuable service to my clients, and empower both women and men in need to improve the quality of their lives and fulfil their potential.

I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, backgrounds and cultures. I am passionate about supporting and empowering clients during challenging and difficult times in their lives. My aim is to help them reach their full potential with guidance and problem solving skills tailored to suit each individual. I take an integrative approach to treatment and aim to foster a genuine therapeutic relationship where we can work collaboratively together. There is no issue that is too small and every client's concern is given unconditional positive regard and respect.

As a Clinical Psychologist with additional specialist training in Family Therapy Maree has undergone extensive training to help her understand, prevent and relieve distress. She has over 15yrs experience in the private & public mental health care industry where she has provided individual, couple and family therapy to clients aged 6–80yrs. Her approach respects that the needs of each client will be unique and can't be simplified by a generic diagnosis or treated in a generic way. Therefore, every client will be afforded the opportunity to be listened to deeply at their own pace and following an assessment offered tailored treatment.

Clinical Psychologist Kelly Bramstedt brings over a decade of experience in mental health, transitioning from a background as a Psychiatric Nurse to private practice. Working with adults and adolescents, Kelly employs an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Tailoring her methods to each client's unique needs and preferences, Kelly fosters a warm and supportive environment to explore and address concerns, aiding clients in reaching their goals.

I am a Regenerative Therapist specialised in Trauma, Loss and Bereavement. My practice is informed by Person-Centred and Psychodynamic approaches and cultivated by a culmination of my own personal and professional voyage. The therapeutic process is a challenging but rewarding journey back to oneself, I am honoured to accompany my clients in Melbourne and internationally through life's transitions.

Liz has a broad range of clinical interests including working with clients who experience mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, trauma related emotional difficulties, self-esteem issues, loss and grief and anger issues.

Ash is an accredited social worker and therapist, working with adults from diverse backgrounds and identities, practicing on unceded Wurundjeri country. She specialises in supporting people impacted by life challenges, including those experiencing anxiety and depression. Ash offers individual therapy, utilising evidence-based modalities such as Schema Therapy. With a background in individual and group counselling, working with victim/survivors and perpetrators of family violence, suicide crisis support, and disability work, Ash is passionate about empowering individuals to work towards their goals and embrace their authentic selves.

Ryan is a registered psychologist with a gentle, empathetic person-centred style working with clients. Ryan has a calm, reflective personality and a focus on promoting client self-efficacy. Ryan is passionate about promoting resilience and wellbeing in-line with individual client goals and values. Ryan engages several therapeutic perspectives as needed during sessions, with strong focus on laying collaborative foundational understanding of the matters discussed in session. Ryan aims to work together with his clients to understand complex concerns at their most fundamental levels.

I am Anthony Grace, the principal therapist at Mindful Health Counselling. Mens Health is my speciality. I had many years of experience in the corporate sector prior to creating and running my own business for 10 years, where I successfully developed life skills programs for children and conducted courses about parenting, effective communication, and general life improvement strategies to individuals, parents and groups. I became a counsellor as I am passionate about helping people address and overcome the barriers that are preventing them from living the life they desire and deserve.

Esther is a well respected counsellor and is currently supporting clients in different stages of their lives. Esther is well-known in providing counselling in areas such as Mental health issues, Relationship (Couple, individual or family), Pregnancy, Grief and loss, Substance abuse and addiction counselling. She is passionate about people creating a healthy relationship, people’s well-being & supporting them to feel empowered within themselves. Esther has over 15 years of experience in Schools, Government, and Community settings including private practice. Esther has strong interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills

Hi, my name is Renata. I am a registered psychologist with over 10 years experience working in both the private and public sector, including correctional settings and alcohol and drug services. I have experience working with adults with different presentation and from different walks of life. I have worked with people who have experienced significant trauma and emotional distress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation and life transitions. I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental environment for clients to feel empowered to address their underlying concerns.