Stress Psychologists and Therapists in Kew, VIC

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Georgina Stratigakos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kew, VIC 3101
Capable, successful people can feel weighed down by hidden anxiety, stress, perfectionism, or ADHD.
In Person or Telehealth consultations for individuals and couples who need help to cope with infertility, explore IVF or Donor Conception treatment options, implications & decision making, deal with childlessness and manage stress, grief & loss, and learn strategies to handle pressure, expectations & reactions of family/friends. Call to book an appointment.
Capable, successful people can feel weighed down by hidden anxiety, stress, perfectionism, or ADHD.
In Person or Telehealth consultations for individuals and couples who need help to cope with infertility, explore IVF or Donor Conception treatment options, implications & decision making, deal with childlessness and manage stress, grief & loss, and learn strategies to handle pressure, expectations & reactions of family/friends. Call to book an appointment.
(03) 8771 5754 View (03) 8771 5754
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Dianne Nash
Psychologist, MAPS
Online Only
My areas of interest include: pregnancy, anxiety and OCD, PTSD, teen and families, co-regulation, parenting Support, life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, pregnancy related counselling support.
I am a Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practioner Agency (AHPRA). My therapeutic practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused and Clinical EFT. My aim in therapy is to build a respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with clients. This helps to make everyone feel safe when working on personal concerns. I work collaboratively with clients and encourage them to provide feedback about what is and isn't helpful to help tailor sessions specifically to meet their goals.
My areas of interest include: pregnancy, anxiety and OCD, PTSD, teen and families, co-regulation, parenting Support, life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, pregnancy related counselling support.
I am a Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practioner Agency (AHPRA). My therapeutic practice draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused and Clinical EFT. My aim in therapy is to build a respectful and trusting therapeutic relationship with clients. This helps to make everyone feel safe when working on personal concerns. I work collaboratively with clients and encourage them to provide feedback about what is and isn't helpful to help tailor sessions specifically to meet their goals.
(03) 4422 4138 View (03) 4422 4138
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Julia Neubauer
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
If you feel tense, numb, or constantly “on alert,” we’ll work together to restore safety in your nervous system through gentle somatic awareness, creative expression, and mindfulness-based practices. You’ll learn to listen to the wisdom of your body, release what’s been held, and rediscover a sense of inner peace and purpose.
Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
If you feel tense, numb, or constantly “on alert,” we’ll work together to restore safety in your nervous system through gentle somatic awareness, creative expression, and mindfulness-based practices. You’ll learn to listen to the wisdom of your body, release what’s been held, and rediscover a sense of inner peace and purpose.
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Taash Balakas
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Let’s be honest. Walking into therapy can feel intimidating. The old-school image of psychology is still very “serious face, intimidating suit, big words you didn’t ask for.” That’s not what happens here. I’m a psychologist who genuinely believes therapy shouldn’t feel like you’re being analysed under fluorescent lighting. It should feel collaborative, clear & human. You deserve support that makes sense in real life. No "hacks". My approach is simple. I get to know you properly. We figure out what’s getting in your way. And we build tools that actually work in your day-to-day life. No unnecessary jargon.
Let’s be honest. Walking into therapy can feel intimidating. The old-school image of psychology is still very “serious face, intimidating suit, big words you didn’t ask for.” That’s not what happens here. I’m a psychologist who genuinely believes therapy shouldn’t feel like you’re being analysed under fluorescent lighting. It should feel collaborative, clear & human. You deserve support that makes sense in real life. No "hacks". My approach is simple. I get to know you properly. We figure out what’s getting in your way. And we build tools that actually work in your day-to-day life. No unnecessary jargon.
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Dr Amber Kelly
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Dr Amber Kelly is a registered and endorsed Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She has over 16 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families across public and private sectors. Amber is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists inc. (AAPi).
Dr Amber Kelly is a registered and endorsed Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She has over 16 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families across public and private sectors. Amber is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists inc. (AAPi).
(03) 8771 5033 View (03) 8771 5033
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Chris Cunningham
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Managing stress and changing behaviour is a complex matter.
My focus is to give you the tools you need to manage your stress - while supporting you to continue to perform under pressure. Whether you're in business, the corporate context, the emergency servcies, the military, facing a major legal suit or just wanting to continue performing under pressure, I have the skills, knowledge and training to assist you.
Managing stress and changing behaviour is a complex matter.
My focus is to give you the tools you need to manage your stress - while supporting you to continue to perform under pressure. Whether you're in business, the corporate context, the emergency servcies, the military, facing a major legal suit or just wanting to continue performing under pressure, I have the skills, knowledge and training to assist you.
(03) 4014 9024 View (03) 4014 9024
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Ana-Louise Almagro
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety. I work primarily using CBT, Schema, EMDR and Gottman Method.
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety. I work primarily using CBT, Schema, EMDR and Gottman Method.
(03) 7003 2488 View (03) 7003 2488
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Jodie Arnot
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Discover the freedom of no longer being your own worst critic. • You might like support with: Self-criticism, Concerns about not being "enough", Body image, Low self-worth, Perfectionism, Problematic relationship with exercise, Comparison pressures, Burnout, Overwhelm, Perimenopause... Maybe you feel like you're constantly getting in your own way, holding yourself back, or wasting valuable moments at war with yourself? I can help.
Discover the freedom of no longer being your own worst critic. • You might like support with: Self-criticism, Concerns about not being "enough", Body image, Low self-worth, Perfectionism, Problematic relationship with exercise, Comparison pressures, Burnout, Overwhelm, Perimenopause... Maybe you feel like you're constantly getting in your own way, holding yourself back, or wasting valuable moments at war with yourself? I can help.
(03) 6144 6013 View (03) 6144 6013
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Anke Bezuidenhout
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
‘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.
‘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.
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Bruce Alexander
Verified Verified
Kew, VIC 3101
Dr Bruce Alexander has devoted his life to the improvement of physical and psychological health. With over 20 years experience, Melbourne Hypnotherapist, Bruce offers private hypnotherapy consultations at his clinic in Kew. After working for 10 years as a medical researcher, Bruce was seeking a new career where he could support people more directly to improve their own lives. He was inspired to train as a hypnotherapist based on his own successful experience using hypnotherapy to gain control over exam anxiety while he was at university.
Dr Bruce Alexander has devoted his life to the improvement of physical and psychological health. With over 20 years experience, Melbourne Hypnotherapist, Bruce offers private hypnotherapy consultations at his clinic in Kew. After working for 10 years as a medical researcher, Bruce was seeking a new career where he could support people more directly to improve their own lives. He was inspired to train as a hypnotherapist based on his own successful experience using hypnotherapy to gain control over exam anxiety while he was at university.
(03) 9034 6071 View (03) 9034 6071
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Dr Yamam Abuzinadah
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Online Only
I work with trauma, cultural stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship or identity issues.
Have you carried pain in silence because “people like us” don’t talk about mental health? I work with clients who feel torn between cultures, family expectations, and their own identity. Many navigate trauma, generational conflict, anxiety, depression, or the pressure to be the strong one. They want clarity, emotional relief, and a place where their culture, language, and story are understood. I offer a safe, culturally aware space to explore your experiences, make sense of long-standing patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
I work with trauma, cultural stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship or identity issues.
Have you carried pain in silence because “people like us” don’t talk about mental health? I work with clients who feel torn between cultures, family expectations, and their own identity. Many navigate trauma, generational conflict, anxiety, depression, or the pressure to be the strong one. They want clarity, emotional relief, and a place where their culture, language, and story are understood. I offer a safe, culturally aware space to explore your experiences, make sense of long-standing patterns, and reconnect with your authentic self.
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Martha Roumanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kew, VIC 3101
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 19 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 19 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
(02) 4810 0663 View (02) 4810 0663
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Dr Carli Growcott
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Kew, VIC 3101
Does your child or young person need help? I have more than 25 years experience in supporting families with children and young people who have emotional and behavioural issues. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist with a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Honours) and a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Child, Family and Adolescent). I’ve worked in a number of different settings including mental health services, schools and community health. I have a passion for working with primary school aged children who experience anxiety.
Does your child or young person need help? I have more than 25 years experience in supporting families with children and young people who have emotional and behavioural issues. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist with a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Honours) and a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Child, Family and Adolescent). I’ve worked in a number of different settings including mental health services, schools and community health. I have a passion for working with primary school aged children who experience anxiety.
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Angus Ferguson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Kew, VIC 3101
I am a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Kew, Melbourne. My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and LGBTIQ+ friendly. My approach is relational and is firmly based in psychotherapeutic theory. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer, gender diverse, transgender related issues, anger concerns, relationship concerns, addictions (including gambling, alcohol, other drugs).
I am a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Kew, Melbourne. My practice is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and LGBTIQ+ friendly. My approach is relational and is firmly based in psychotherapeutic theory. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer, gender diverse, transgender related issues, anger concerns, relationship concerns, addictions (including gambling, alcohol, other drugs).
(03) 9111 5357 View (03) 9111 5357
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Marisa Parsons Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Kew, VIC 3101
Marisa is highly experienced in working with clients to address personal or work related issues, such as depression, anxiety, accumulative stress, conflict, neurodiversity, ADHD coaching, LGBTIQA counselling, self esteem, trauma, grief and loss.
Marisa Parsons is a Registered Psychologist and has been delivering psychological services across diverse settings since 2005, including Her multifaceted career includes the provision of counselling, leadership and corporate wellbeing services.
Marisa is highly experienced in working with clients to address personal or work related issues, such as depression, anxiety, accumulative stress, conflict, neurodiversity, ADHD coaching, LGBTIQA counselling, self esteem, trauma, grief and loss.
Marisa Parsons is a Registered Psychologist and has been delivering psychological services across diverse settings since 2005, including Her multifaceted career includes the provision of counselling, leadership and corporate wellbeing services.
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Nanaki K Bhatti
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Online Only
You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times.
My approach is warm, practical and client-centred. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to listen and help you find a way forward that works for you and your lifestyle.
You can connect from the comfort of your home, without the stress of travel or long wait times.
My approach is warm, practical and client-centred. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or simply need someone to talk to, I’m here to listen and help you find a way forward that works for you and your lifestyle.
(03) 8203 5794 View (03) 8203 5794
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Ben Torrens-Witherow
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Ben is a Clinical Psychologist who helps adults to manage challenges, work with (and not against) their brain, and build a meaningful life. Ben has a special interest in working in the ADHD and LGBTIAQ+ space. If you're after a collaborative space that is warm, safe, and judgement-free; Ben can empower you to identify your strengths, develop strategies and tools for positive change, boost wellbeing and resilience, and build understanding and acceptance of yourself. Rather than just managing your symptoms, Ben can help you make sense of persistent patterns in emotions, relationships, work, or self-esteem that feel hard to shift.
Ben is a Clinical Psychologist who helps adults to manage challenges, work with (and not against) their brain, and build a meaningful life. Ben has a special interest in working in the ADHD and LGBTIAQ+ space. If you're after a collaborative space that is warm, safe, and judgement-free; Ben can empower you to identify your strengths, develop strategies and tools for positive change, boost wellbeing and resilience, and build understanding and acceptance of yourself. Rather than just managing your symptoms, Ben can help you make sense of persistent patterns in emotions, relationships, work, or self-esteem that feel hard to shift.
(03) 9111 2664 View (03) 9111 2664
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Natalia Cajide
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kew, VIC 3101
Many of my clients live with ADHD, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or unsure about their direction.
Therapy with me offers a calm, supportive space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Together we use neuroscience, mindfulness, and breathwork to understand patterns, regulate emotions, and create meaningful change. My focus is on helping you feel grounded, clear, and more connected to yourself and what matters most.
Many of my clients live with ADHD, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or unsure about their direction.
Therapy with me offers a calm, supportive space to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. Together we use neuroscience, mindfulness, and breathwork to understand patterns, regulate emotions, and create meaningful change. My focus is on helping you feel grounded, clear, and more connected to yourself and what matters most.
(03) 7003 2508 View (03) 7003 2508
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Nikaela Pennisi
Psychotherapist, MA, ANZAP
Kew, VIC 3101
They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected, and sometimes find it hard to put their feelings into words.
I provide creative, trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Using art, play, drama, stories, and movement, I support emotional regulation, confidence, social connection, and identity. I have particular expertise supporting neurodiverse clients and work with plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants.
They may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected, and sometimes find it hard to put their feelings into words.
I provide creative, trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Using art, play, drama, stories, and movement, I support emotional regulation, confidence, social connection, and identity. I have particular expertise supporting neurodiverse clients and work with plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants.
(03) 9853 9022 View (03) 9853 9022
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Back On Track Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Kew, VIC 3101
At Back On Track Psychology, our team brings together a diverse range of expertise to provide compassionate, evidence-based, and neuroaffirming support for children, young people, and adults. We share a commitment to creating safe, collaborative spaces where clients feel understood, valued, and empowered to thrive. Our occupational therapist, Kaitlyn has a strong passion for supporting children with developmental delays and sensory processing challenges. She uses a wide range of assessment tools (FCA, Beery, WHODAS) and evidence-based interventions to help children build motor skills, sensory integration, and emotional regulation.
At Back On Track Psychology, our team brings together a diverse range of expertise to provide compassionate, evidence-based, and neuroaffirming support for children, young people, and adults. We share a commitment to creating safe, collaborative spaces where clients feel understood, valued, and empowered to thrive. Our occupational therapist, Kaitlyn has a strong passion for supporting children with developmental delays and sensory processing challenges. She uses a wide range of assessment tools (FCA, Beery, WHODAS) and evidence-based interventions to help children build motor skills, sensory integration, and emotional regulation.
(03) 9111 5374 View (03) 9111 5374

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