Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Kew East, VIC
As a clinical psychologist with 20 years’ experience, I work with adults and older adolescents (15+) to assess and treat a wide variety of mental health difficulties.
I most commonly work with people experiencing concerns with their mood or depression, anxiety, ADHD, issues with substance use, chronic pain, anger management, self-esteem, personality and coping difficulties, or work-related stress. I also offer a broad range of psychological assessments.
The benefits of psychotherapy can include improved mental health, better coping, increased self-awareness, improved relationships, and enhanced quality of life.
As a clinical psychologist with 20 years’ experience, I work with adults and older adolescents (15+) to assess and treat a wide variety of mental health difficulties.
I most commonly work with people experiencing concerns with their mood or depression, anxiety, ADHD, issues with substance use, chronic pain, anger management, self-esteem, personality and coping difficulties, or work-related stress. I also offer a broad range of psychological assessments.
The benefits of psychotherapy can include improved mental health, better coping, increased self-awareness, improved relationships, and enhanced quality of life.
We all seek solace from difficult thoughts and emotions which can overwhelm our experience from time to time. Life can be hard, and difficult experiences are not a sign of failure but a sign that support is needed. We believe everyone has the strength to live the life they value and we are here to provide some skills and support along the way.
We all seek solace from difficult thoughts and emotions which can overwhelm our experience from time to time. Life can be hard, and difficult experiences are not a sign of failure but a sign that support is needed. We believe everyone has the strength to live the life they value and we are here to provide some skills and support along the way.
At Clarity Health Care Malvern, we believe that high-quality mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues or navigating life’s challenges, our experienced team of clinical psychologists and therapists are here to help. We take the time to truly understand your story, and we work alongside you to find clarity, build resilience, and move forward with purpose.
At Clarity Health Care Malvern, we believe that high-quality mental health care should be compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues or navigating life’s challenges, our experienced team of clinical psychologists and therapists are here to help. We take the time to truly understand your story, and we work alongside you to find clarity, build resilience, and move forward with purpose.
I draw on the Gottman Method for couples, as well as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches for individuals.
Are you and your partner feeling distant, stuck in the same arguments, or more like housemates than a couple? Or are you carrying something on your own that feels too heavy to keep managing alone?
I'm Elaine, a counsellor in Mont Albert North, VIC, and I work with couples and individuals across Melbourne's East, including Box Hill, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, and Camberwell.
I work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties, communication breakdown, infidelity, the transition to parenthood, marital stress, and divorce.
I also see individuals carrying anxiety, depression, or life transitions they can't seem to shift.
I draw on the Gottman Method for couples, as well as CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches for individuals.
Are you and your partner feeling distant, stuck in the same arguments, or more like housemates than a couple? Or are you carrying something on your own that feels too heavy to keep managing alone?
I'm Elaine, a counsellor in Mont Albert North, VIC, and I work with couples and individuals across Melbourne's East, including Box Hill, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, and Camberwell.
I work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties, communication breakdown, infidelity, the transition to parenthood, marital stress, and divorce.
I also see individuals carrying anxiety, depression, or life transitions they can't seem to shift.
These techniques may include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Clinical Psychologist- Julia has over 15 years of experience in the mental health sector including community, clinical and juvenile forensic settings. Julia enjoys working with a range of psychological issues that young people and adults may be experiencing. These may include: trauma, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, self-harm, voices, psychotic illnesses, relationship difficulties, loss and grief, anxiety and depression. Julia also undertakes WPATH assessments for Gender-Diverse people seeking gender-affirming surgery. In addition, board approved Clinical Supervision. Visit us at www.ivanhoepsychologicalservices.com
These techniques may include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Clinical Psychologist- Julia has over 15 years of experience in the mental health sector including community, clinical and juvenile forensic settings. Julia enjoys working with a range of psychological issues that young people and adults may be experiencing. These may include: trauma, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, self-harm, voices, psychotic illnesses, relationship difficulties, loss and grief, anxiety and depression. Julia also undertakes WPATH assessments for Gender-Diverse people seeking gender-affirming surgery. In addition, board approved Clinical Supervision. Visit us at www.ivanhoepsychologicalservices.com
I’m an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and the founder of Mindverse Psychology with over a decade of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan.
Many of the families I work with come to therapy seeking clarity, connection, and support. You might be a parent trying to better understand your child’s behaviour, or a young person feeling overwhelmed by school, friendships, or emotions that are hard to explain. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, social challenges, or developmental concerns, it’s not always easy to know what’s going on—or how to help. You’re not alone, and reaching out is a powerful first step.
I’m an Educational and Developmental Psychologist and the founder of Mindverse Psychology with over a decade of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan.
Many of the families I work with come to therapy seeking clarity, connection, and support. You might be a parent trying to better understand your child’s behaviour, or a young person feeling overwhelmed by school, friendships, or emotions that are hard to explain. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, social challenges, or developmental concerns, it’s not always easy to know what’s going on—or how to help. You’re not alone, and reaching out is a powerful first step.
I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. My current work is targeted for older adolescents 16+ and adults. Claim your free 15-minute consultation to find out more about how we can work together to help you to achieve your goals.
I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve personal growth. My current work is targeted for older adolescents 16+ and adults. Claim your free 15-minute consultation to find out more about how we can work together to help you to achieve your goals.
Guidestar provides a safe space for confidential psychology, counselling, assessment and support services for children, adolescents and adults. We are neurodiverse affirming, Rainbow Tick accredited and a safe space for the LGBTIQA+ community. Our psychologists are registered with the AHPRA and are members of the APS or AAPi. Each psychologist has a different focus and approach; review the profiles of our psychologists on our website.
Guidestar provides a safe space for confidential psychology, counselling, assessment and support services for children, adolescents and adults. We are neurodiverse affirming, Rainbow Tick accredited and a safe space for the LGBTIQA+ community. Our psychologists are registered with the AHPRA and are members of the APS or AAPi. Each psychologist has a different focus and approach; review the profiles of our psychologists on our website.
Our clients are children, adolescents, and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, neurodivergence, and family concerns. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. We help by providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that gives people clarity, direction, and the right support for their next step.
Our clients are children, adolescents, and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, neurodivergence, and family concerns. Many come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin. We help by providing thoughtful, evidence-based care that gives people clarity, direction, and the right support for their next step.
Darren likes to employ an integrative approach to therapy, and uses a number of different psychological techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, to take into account the individual differences of each client and their preferences for therapy.
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Darren likes to employ an integrative approach to therapy, and uses a number of different psychological techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, Schema Therapy, and DBT, to take into account the individual differences of each client and their preferences for therapy.
Darren has completed a Masters of Professional Psychology, is a registered psychologist with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). If you have been struggling with your mental health, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Hi, I’m Charlotte and I’m a Clinical Psychologist. My therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and engaging. I enjoy connecting with my clients and getting to know them as individuals so that I can tailor treatment to meet their individual needs.
Hi, I’m Charlotte and I’m a Clinical Psychologist. My therapeutic style is warm, relaxed, and engaging. I enjoy connecting with my clients and getting to know them as individuals so that I can tailor treatment to meet their individual needs.
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I offer treatment and support for a range of concerns including general mental health, eating disorders, body image concerns, body dysmorphia, LGBTQIA+ mental health, neurodivergence, identity and self-exploration, and anxiety. I am also interested in interpersonal and attachment issues, assertiveness and boundary establishment, and adjustment to change.
I have extensive training and experience in the treatment of eating disorders and maintain a weight inclusive and trauma informed perspective.
I offer treatment and support for a range of concerns including general mental health, eating disorders, body image concerns, body dysmorphia, LGBTQIA+ mental health, neurodivergence, identity and self-exploration, and anxiety. I am also interested in interpersonal and attachment issues, assertiveness and boundary establishment, and adjustment to change.
I have extensive training and experience in the treatment of eating disorders and maintain a weight inclusive and trauma informed perspective.
Get help by seeing Doug, who has extensive experience with:
Anger Management
Antisocial Personality
Anxiety
Bi-polar
Borderline Personality Disorder
Depression,
Domestic Violence
Gambling
Intellectual Disability
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self-esteem
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma
PTSD
Douglas Kirk is a registered psychologist with AHPRA. With a background in the corporate sector, he has spent the past
decade working with community services and mental health providers, delivering support to the most vulnerable
members of society.
Get help by seeing Doug, who has extensive experience with:
Anger Management
Antisocial Personality
Anxiety
Bi-polar
Borderline Personality Disorder
Depression,
Domestic Violence
Gambling
Intellectual Disability
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self-esteem
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Trauma
PTSD
Douglas Kirk is a registered psychologist with AHPRA. With a background in the corporate sector, he has spent the past
decade working with community services and mental health providers, delivering support to the most vulnerable
members of society.
I draw on evidence-based frameworks such as DBT and CBT, integrating practical, skills-based tools with meaningful self-reflection and the cultivation of self-compassion.
Hi, I’m Paul (he/they), a psychologist committed to walking alongside people from marginalised communities, particularly queer and neurodivergent people, as they navigate healing, identity, and growth. Supporting oppressed people is not just my profession—it is part of my life mission and my own journey of personal liberation. My work is grounded in the belief that distress does not exist in a vacuum, and that many of the challenges people face are shaped by systemic inequity, stigma, and power imbalance rather than individual failure. I believe our collective liberation comes from communion with one another.
I draw on evidence-based frameworks such as DBT and CBT, integrating practical, skills-based tools with meaningful self-reflection and the cultivation of self-compassion.
Hi, I’m Paul (he/they), a psychologist committed to walking alongside people from marginalised communities, particularly queer and neurodivergent people, as they navigate healing, identity, and growth. Supporting oppressed people is not just my profession—it is part of my life mission and my own journey of personal liberation. My work is grounded in the belief that distress does not exist in a vacuum, and that many of the challenges people face are shaped by systemic inequity, stigma, and power imbalance rather than individual failure. I believe our collective liberation comes from communion with one another.
She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and is currently expanding her skills in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Janhavi works at Symmetry on Mondays. She has a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, stress management, trauma, and alcohol and drug use with a focus on both maintenance and relapse prevention. She is also passionate about working with migrant populations, especially women, as well as busy professionals navigating the pressures of work and life balance.
She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and is currently expanding her skills in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT).
Janhavi works at Symmetry on Mondays. She has a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, stress management, trauma, and alcohol and drug use with a focus on both maintenance and relapse prevention. She is also passionate about working with migrant populations, especially women, as well as busy professionals navigating the pressures of work and life balance.
Motherhood doesn't always feel the way you imagined it would. I support women during pregnancy, postpartum and the transition to motherhood who are navigating birth trauma, perinatal anxiety or depression, identity changes (matrescence), overwhelm, or feelings of isolation. Many of the women I work with have limited support and feel exhausted, guilty or unlike themselves. Together, we'll help you rebuild confidence, reconnect with yourself and create a life that feels more manageable.
Motherhood doesn't always feel the way you imagined it would. I support women during pregnancy, postpartum and the transition to motherhood who are navigating birth trauma, perinatal anxiety or depression, identity changes (matrescence), overwhelm, or feelings of isolation. Many of the women I work with have limited support and feel exhausted, guilty or unlike themselves. Together, we'll help you rebuild confidence, reconnect with yourself and create a life that feels more manageable.
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
I am a psychologist with experience working with adults and adolescents in clinical mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. I work with adults with depression, anxiety, personality difficulties and substance use, as well as family and relationship issues, gender and sexuality, anger, life direction, trauma, abuse, self harm and suicidal thoughts. I listen without judgment and provide psychotherapy that is tailored to each individual, the work is confidential.
Our psychologists offer evidence-based, neuroaffirming therapy tailored to each individual, including EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, IFS, and Schema Therapy.
Better Together Therapy is a warm, neuroaffirming psychology and speech pathology clinic in Essendon supporting children, adolescents, and adults across Melbourne. We work with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, disordered eating, emotional regulation challenges, and neurodivergence including autism and ADHD. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, or are navigating school, relationships, or life transitions. Our team takes a collaborative, strengths based approach, helping clients feel understood while building practical strategies to move forward in a way that feels sustainable.
Our psychologists offer evidence-based, neuroaffirming therapy tailored to each individual, including EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, IFS, and Schema Therapy.
Better Together Therapy is a warm, neuroaffirming psychology and speech pathology clinic in Essendon supporting children, adolescents, and adults across Melbourne. We work with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, burnout, disordered eating, emotional regulation challenges, and neurodivergence including autism and ADHD. Many of our clients feel overwhelmed, stuck, or misunderstood, or are navigating school, relationships, or life transitions. Our team takes a collaborative, strengths based approach, helping clients feel understood while building practical strategies to move forward in a way that feels sustainable.
My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and incorporates treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.
If requested, Islamic values and perspectives can also be incorporated into therapy. I respect each client’s culture and personal background, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together towards what matters most to them.
My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and incorporates treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT.
If requested, Islamic values and perspectives can also be incorporated into therapy. I respect each client’s culture and personal background, ensuring they feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together towards what matters most to them.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.