Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Hawthorn, VIC
Bita Riazati - Anxiety Depression Relationships
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or finding the same difficulties keep returning, therapy offers a place to talk things through at your own pace. I’m a Melbourne-based psychologist working with adults and young people in ongoing sessions, where we can make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward - please feel free to call or enquire via my website.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or finding the same difficulties keep returning, therapy offers a place to talk things through at your own pace. I’m a Melbourne-based psychologist working with adults and young people in ongoing sessions, where we can make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward - please feel free to call or enquire via my website.
I'm Sanduni, a psychologist and South Asian Woman of Colour with over 10 years of experience in the mental health sector. I started Insession Counselling to provide therapy to people from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities and sexual orientations. Navigating my own experiences of marginalisation and intersectionality as a queer Sri-Lankan woman has allowed me to truly understand how culture, gender and sexuality shape so much of who we are and how we experience relationships. I combine this lived experience with evidence-based psychological interventions so that the therapy you receive is tailored specifically to you.
I'm Sanduni, a psychologist and South Asian Woman of Colour with over 10 years of experience in the mental health sector. I started Insession Counselling to provide therapy to people from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities and sexual orientations. Navigating my own experiences of marginalisation and intersectionality as a queer Sri-Lankan woman has allowed me to truly understand how culture, gender and sexuality shape so much of who we are and how we experience relationships. I combine this lived experience with evidence-based psychological interventions so that the therapy you receive is tailored specifically to you.
Reaching out takes courage. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 25 years' experience. I am also an international martial arts instructor. Mental Health Social Workers are trained in many of the same evidence-based therapies as a psychologist. In addition, a social work lens helps understand you within your whole context: relationships, family, culture and circumstances. My care is neuro-affirming and trauma-informed, for individuals, couples, and families, including neurodivergence, trauma, and mood. Telehealth Australia-wide and in Hawthorn; Medicare, NDIS, and WorkSafe registered. I'd be glad to work alongside you.
Reaching out takes courage. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with 25 years' experience. I am also an international martial arts instructor. Mental Health Social Workers are trained in many of the same evidence-based therapies as a psychologist. In addition, a social work lens helps understand you within your whole context: relationships, family, culture and circumstances. My care is neuro-affirming and trauma-informed, for individuals, couples, and families, including neurodivergence, trauma, and mood. Telehealth Australia-wide and in Hawthorn; Medicare, NDIS, and WorkSafe registered. I'd be glad to work alongside you.
I also use a broad range of evidence-based and experiential modalities, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, ImagoCouples, Gottman Method, Developmental Couples Counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy,Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narcissistic Abuse Therapy.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
I also use a broad range of evidence-based and experiential modalities, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, ImagoCouples, Gottman Method, Developmental Couples Counselling, Emotionally Focused Therapy,Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narcissistic Abuse Therapy.
As a counsellor with over 25 years of experience, I have supported couples, adolescents, families and individuals through all stages of life. My work is rooted in compassion for the pain all humans carry, a curiosity towards the deeper truths beneath the survival stories we learn to tell, and a respect for each person’s inner wisdom to choose the pace of their own growth.
Helping you feel calm, clear, and in control.
Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR for professionals, individuals, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
With a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach
Licensed Psychotherapist / Clinical Hypnotherapist
Multilingual support
In-person and online sessions
Flexible hours, evening, and weekend appointments
Helping you feel calm, clear, and in control.
Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR for professionals, individuals, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
With a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach
Licensed Psychotherapist / Clinical Hypnotherapist
Multilingual support
In-person and online sessions
Flexible hours, evening, and weekend appointments
We all feel stuck sometimes, making sense of ongoing grief, loss, or life’s uncertainty. Do you want more time, freedom, to feel heard or to make sense of the 'right' next steps for you? You may want to feel you have work that is more meaningful, happier relationships, or to resolve current or past difficult experiences.
It would be a privilege to support you through the challenges and changes you are experiencing in your life, making sense of it together.
Therapy is a partnership of courage; a willingness to step into the unknown, to find a more satisfying way of living and understanding life and self.
We all feel stuck sometimes, making sense of ongoing grief, loss, or life’s uncertainty. Do you want more time, freedom, to feel heard or to make sense of the 'right' next steps for you? You may want to feel you have work that is more meaningful, happier relationships, or to resolve current or past difficult experiences.
It would be a privilege to support you through the challenges and changes you are experiencing in your life, making sense of it together.
Therapy is a partnership of courage; a willingness to step into the unknown, to find a more satisfying way of living and understanding life and self.
Jess offers individual counselling, couples counselling and supervision. She is welcoming and friendly and recognises the importance of building a therapeutic relationship to which people can bring problems and issues without judgement. Jess understands that we all experience uncomfortable and unhelpful behaviours and feelings. With support and some gently challenging, these behaviours and feelings can start to shift.
Jess offers individual counselling, couples counselling and supervision. She is welcoming and friendly and recognises the importance of building a therapeutic relationship to which people can bring problems and issues without judgement. Jess understands that we all experience uncomfortable and unhelpful behaviours and feelings. With support and some gently challenging, these behaviours and feelings can start to shift.
With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice.
Rachel understands that creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy is essential for positive outcomes. She believes in taking a holistic approach that involves collaborating closely with families and support teams, recognizing the integral role they play in therapeutic success.
With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice.
Rachel understands that creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy is essential for positive outcomes. She believes in taking a holistic approach that involves collaborating closely with families and support teams, recognizing the integral role they play in therapeutic success.
I’m Jacqui, a registered psychologist with experience in providing psychological support for a wide range of concerns. I’m passionate about helping people navigate some of life’s biggest challenges, find new perspectives, gain clarity and build a foundation for lasting mental health and wellbeing.
I support people with a variety of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, workplace and career issues and major life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with emergency services personnel, providing tailored support for workplace and critical incident stress and trauma.
I’m Jacqui, a registered psychologist with experience in providing psychological support for a wide range of concerns. I’m passionate about helping people navigate some of life’s biggest challenges, find new perspectives, gain clarity and build a foundation for lasting mental health and wellbeing.
I support people with a variety of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, workplace and career issues and major life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with emergency services personnel, providing tailored support for workplace and critical incident stress and trauma.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, even when you're trying your best to keep things together? Perhaps you feel a deep sense that something is out of balance, and you're longing for inner peace and more fulfilling relationships. I deeply understand that taking the step to seek support requires courage, and I’m here to offer a gentle, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard and valued.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or self-doubt, even when you're trying your best to keep things together? Perhaps you feel a deep sense that something is out of balance, and you're longing for inner peace and more fulfilling relationships. I deeply understand that taking the step to seek support requires courage, and I’m here to offer a gentle, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard and valued.
I understand the many problems that can arise as a result of trauma, childhood abuse, stressful life circumstances and transitions, having worked with people who have experienced childhood and adult trauma, abuse and neglect.
I work with client’s strengths to improve resilience and self-worth, achieve life goals, improve communication, heal strained relationships, manage stress, and resolve grief and loss. My therapeutic approaches are evidence based and are individually tailored to meet each client's unique needs.
I understand the many problems that can arise as a result of trauma, childhood abuse, stressful life circumstances and transitions, having worked with people who have experienced childhood and adult trauma, abuse and neglect.
I work with client’s strengths to improve resilience and self-worth, achieve life goals, improve communication, heal strained relationships, manage stress, and resolve grief and loss. My therapeutic approaches are evidence based and are individually tailored to meet each client's unique needs.
Rav’s compassionate, client-centred counselling style has been shaped by the decade of clinical and therapeutic experience she has working with individuals across the justice, family violence, and general mental health sectors.
These professional experiences have afforded Rav the privilege of supporting adults, children, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, and deepened her understanding of connection, choice and resilience. Alongside her training, this insight now guides Rav’s dedication to offering a sensitive, inclusive environment that truly values difference.
Rav’s compassionate, client-centred counselling style has been shaped by the decade of clinical and therapeutic experience she has working with individuals across the justice, family violence, and general mental health sectors.
These professional experiences have afforded Rav the privilege of supporting adults, children, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, and deepened her understanding of connection, choice and resilience. Alongside her training, this insight now guides Rav’s dedication to offering a sensitive, inclusive environment that truly values difference.
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.
I can understand that for many taking those first steps to seek professional help it can be quite daunting. I am mindful of the need therefore to set people at ease from the outset. I accommodate what differing clients are looking for from a psychologist ranging from finding solutions and learning strategies to process-oriented approaches that provide the opportunity to safely explore, understand, and heal the emotional pain that often underlies psychological stress and problematic behaviour.
I can understand that for many taking those first steps to seek professional help it can be quite daunting. I am mindful of the need therefore to set people at ease from the outset. I accommodate what differing clients are looking for from a psychologist ranging from finding solutions and learning strategies to process-oriented approaches that provide the opportunity to safely explore, understand, and heal the emotional pain that often underlies psychological stress and problematic behaviour.
If you suffer from trauma, ADHD, ASD/Autism, depression, anxiety, substance use, sleep issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, low self-esteem, or bereavement, please email me to arrange a free 10-minute consultation. I foster a non-judgmental and safe therapeutic environment where you will feel comfortable and supported discussing difficult topics. I will endeavor to assist you in accessing your own agency and internal resources, leading to greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and a sense of empowerment.
If you suffer from trauma, ADHD, ASD/Autism, depression, anxiety, substance use, sleep issues, relationship issues, eating disorders, low self-esteem, or bereavement, please email me to arrange a free 10-minute consultation. I foster a non-judgmental and safe therapeutic environment where you will feel comfortable and supported discussing difficult topics. I will endeavor to assist you in accessing your own agency and internal resources, leading to greater self-awareness, emotional regulation, and a sense of empowerment.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout. I am My approach is to: (1) Understand the client as well as the environments in which they function (2) Teach clients effective techniques and coping strategies (3) Build strong skills to create sustainable change. Many people have seen various therapists throughout their lifetimes. Often they find themselves relapsing back to the same problems. Clients who undertake counselling with me will be guided on how to change long standing patterns of negative behaviours and progress forward.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout. I am My approach is to: (1) Understand the client as well as the environments in which they function (2) Teach clients effective techniques and coping strategies (3) Build strong skills to create sustainable change. Many people have seen various therapists throughout their lifetimes. Often they find themselves relapsing back to the same problems. Clients who undertake counselling with me will be guided on how to change long standing patterns of negative behaviours and progress forward.
Danu is a Melbourne-based psychologist who believes therapy is a paradox of acceptance and challenge. It is a puzzle to be solved with patients who have some psychic or social injury and are looking for someone to help them accept both who they are, and who they can be. Danu has a PhD (Clinical Psychology) and was a lecturer and a clinician in justice and hospital settings. Danu is also expert in psychological assessments.
Danu is a Melbourne-based psychologist who believes therapy is a paradox of acceptance and challenge. It is a puzzle to be solved with patients who have some psychic or social injury and are looking for someone to help them accept both who they are, and who they can be. Danu has a PhD (Clinical Psychology) and was a lecturer and a clinician in justice and hospital settings. Danu is also expert in psychological assessments.
I work with adults and young people experiencing stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or difficulties with behaviour change and substance use. Many clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by past experiences that continue to shape their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. They want relief, clarity, and practical ways to cope, while also wanting to feel understood and respected. I support people seeking stability, insight, and sustainable change at a pace that feels safe.
I work with adults and young people experiencing stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, emotional dysregulation, trauma, or difficulties with behaviour change and substance use. Many clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by past experiences that continue to shape their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. They want relief, clarity, and practical ways to cope, while also wanting to feel understood and respected. I support people seeking stability, insight, and sustainable change at a pace that feels safe.
Experienced in supporting people navigate relationship breakdowns, identity shifts, experiences of violence and abuse, attachment-related difficulties and times of personal crisis.
Welcome. I’m a low-cost counsellor working alongside the LGBTQIA+ community, men, non-binary people and culturally or socially diverse folks. I also welcome all adults exploring identity or alternative relationships, those dealing with sex and relationship problems and anyone navigating anxiety, self-esteem, grief or isolation.
In a world that often asks us to edit ourselves to belong, my therapy space helps you to reconnect with your authentic self, build self-trust and move towards a life guided by your values and desires — one that feels lighter, more vital and fully your own.
Experienced in supporting people navigate relationship breakdowns, identity shifts, experiences of violence and abuse, attachment-related difficulties and times of personal crisis.
Welcome. I’m a low-cost counsellor working alongside the LGBTQIA+ community, men, non-binary people and culturally or socially diverse folks. I also welcome all adults exploring identity or alternative relationships, those dealing with sex and relationship problems and anyone navigating anxiety, self-esteem, grief or isolation.
In a world that often asks us to edit ourselves to belong, my therapy space helps you to reconnect with your authentic self, build self-trust and move towards a life guided by your values and desires — one that feels lighter, more vital and fully your own.
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
Many people reach a point where past experiences, trauma, or life transitions feel too heavy to manage alone. In my practice, I offer a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore emotional dysregulation, grief, and patterns shaped by difficult family dynamics. Together we work toward clarity, self-understanding, and meaningful change, helping you navigate life with balance. I bring a depth-oriented approach informed by trauma work, Jungian psychology, and decades of clinical experience. You’ll find me down to earth, easy to talk to, and committed to providing a confidential space in a realistic 90-minute timeframe.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.