Trauma Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Kew, VIC

Transformative Therapy for Women
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Transformative Therapy is a special sanctuary for women. This is a safe, trusting, and inclusive space for you to share your concerns, challenges or complex situations in confidence. Past experiences can impact our thoughts, our actions, and all our relationships. It can feel lonely in your world as you try to navigate through the confusion & challenges. As a counselling psychotherapist, I work closely beside you as we explore what it means to be you in your experience. I assist you through deep empathy in accessing your strengths & skills to begin transforming your life into one which is meaningful and fulfilling to you.
Transformative Therapy is a special sanctuary for women. This is a safe, trusting, and inclusive space for you to share your concerns, challenges or complex situations in confidence. Past experiences can impact our thoughts, our actions, and all our relationships. It can feel lonely in your world as you try to navigate through the confusion & challenges. As a counselling psychotherapist, I work closely beside you as we explore what it means to be you in your experience. I assist you through deep empathy in accessing your strengths & skills to begin transforming your life into one which is meaningful and fulfilling to you.
(03) 8686 8319 View (03) 8686 8319
Dawn Vincent
Counsellor, AMHSW
Serves Area
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.
(03) 9068 5948 View (03) 9068 5948
Fiona Andrew
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
With a focus on healing from trauma and grief, I work with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including mood difficulties, anxiety, relationship challenges, emotion dysregulation, and difficulty navigating life transitions and challenges. I have a particular interest (from lived experience) in supporting women who have lost their mothers, whether through death or relationship rupture. I offer person‑centred, trauma‑informed care and draw on a range of evidence‑based approaches, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness‑based interventions, somatic therapies, and attachment‑focused frameworks.
With a focus on healing from trauma and grief, I work with adults experiencing a wide range of concerns, including mood difficulties, anxiety, relationship challenges, emotion dysregulation, and difficulty navigating life transitions and challenges. I have a particular interest (from lived experience) in supporting women who have lost their mothers, whether through death or relationship rupture. I offer person‑centred, trauma‑informed care and draw on a range of evidence‑based approaches, including EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness‑based interventions, somatic therapies, and attachment‑focused frameworks.
0409 173 460 View 0409 173 460
Alexandra Stone
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am clinical psychologist committed to creating a warm, respectful, and inclusive therapeutic environment. I focus my practice on fostering a non-judgmental and accepting space where clients feel free to express themselves authentically. I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques and modalities, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and therapeutic goals of each client.
I am clinical psychologist committed to creating a warm, respectful, and inclusive therapeutic environment. I focus my practice on fostering a non-judgmental and accepting space where clients feel free to express themselves authentically. I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques and modalities, tailoring each session to meet the unique needs and therapeutic goals of each client.
0450 093 588 View 0450 093 588
Christopher Grace
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Chris is a qualified and highly experienced psychologist and family therapist who offers professional and confidential counselling services. Chris primarily works with men throughout their life stages, often addressing issues related to anxiety and depression. Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
Chris is a qualified and highly experienced psychologist and family therapist who offers professional and confidential counselling services. Chris primarily works with men throughout their life stages, often addressing issues related to anxiety and depression. Chris helps clients navigate challenges such as managing emotions, making relationship changes, or coping with post-parenting separation situations
(03) 7500 5385 View (03) 7500 5385
Alannah Giavara
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m passionate about supporting teens and adults across a spectrum of identities and experiences, including neurodiverse, gender-diverse, and culturally diverse clients. I specialise in working with clients with anxiety, low mood/depression, friendship/relationship challenges, eating disorders, autism and ADHD (a full list is a little further down). I take a person-centred approach, meaning I focus on what works best for each individual, respecting their unique strengths and challenges.
I’m passionate about supporting teens and adults across a spectrum of identities and experiences, including neurodiverse, gender-diverse, and culturally diverse clients. I specialise in working with clients with anxiety, low mood/depression, friendship/relationship challenges, eating disorders, autism and ADHD (a full list is a little further down). I take a person-centred approach, meaning I focus on what works best for each individual, respecting their unique strengths and challenges.
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Tialara Harris
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a psychologist with 4 years of experience supporting individuals with sleep and mental health. My focus is on helping people overcome sleep difficulties, including trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and sleep-related anxiety. I also address how these issues connect to mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, and PTSD. Using a trauma-informed and inclusive approach, I integrate evidence-based therapies such as CBT-I, CBT, ACT, relaxation techniques, and motivational interviewing. I am passionate about providing an accepting space for all, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I am a psychologist with 4 years of experience supporting individuals with sleep and mental health. My focus is on helping people overcome sleep difficulties, including trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, and sleep-related anxiety. I also address how these issues connect to mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, stress, and PTSD. Using a trauma-informed and inclusive approach, I integrate evidence-based therapies such as CBT-I, CBT, ACT, relaxation techniques, and motivational interviewing. I am passionate about providing an accepting space for all, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals.
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Danu Sivanathan
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
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.
0490 833 820 View 0490 833 820
Syzygy Wellbeing
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, while internally feeling stuck in patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-doubt. Or maybe you've spent years looking after everyone else, but struggle to extend the same compassion to yourself. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware and high-functioning, but still find themselves caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift. Therapy can help you understand where these patterns come from—and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, while internally feeling stuck in patterns like overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or self-doubt. Or maybe you've spent years looking after everyone else, but struggle to extend the same compassion to yourself. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, self-aware and high-functioning, but still find themselves caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift. Therapy can help you understand where these patterns come from—and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
0493 775 613 View 0493 775 613
Chanelle Adam
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but at the heart of therapy is connection - and that’s what I try my best to prioritise in our sessions. I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or detached; it should feel like a conversation with someone who truly sees you. I work specifically with young adults aged 18 - 35, and I have a special interest in working with trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety disorders, young adults who are experiencing family and relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people who are experiencing identity struggles or those just feeling "stuck".
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but at the heart of therapy is connection - and that’s what I try my best to prioritise in our sessions. I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or detached; it should feel like a conversation with someone who truly sees you. I work specifically with young adults aged 18 - 35, and I have a special interest in working with trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety disorders, young adults who are experiencing family and relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people who are experiencing identity struggles or those just feeling "stuck".
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Clarity Health Care
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
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.
(03) 9448 8028 View (03) 9448 8028
Alix Quirke
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with clients in-person from Ivanhoe, Victoria and online, Australia-wide through our Better Forest clinic. I am a registered General Psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families. I have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood, anxiety, adjustment disorders and trauma (PTSD). I also work to support interpersonal difficulties and the long-term effects of personality patterns of behaviour.
I work with clients in-person from Ivanhoe, Victoria and online, Australia-wide through our Better Forest clinic. I am a registered General Psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, older adults and families. I have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood, anxiety, adjustment disorders and trauma (PTSD). I also work to support interpersonal difficulties and the long-term effects of personality patterns of behaviour.
(03) 9007 2136 View (03) 9007 2136
Sarah McMurtrie
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by past experiences, stuck in patterns they can’t shift, or unsure how to heal old emotional wounds. They are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress that affect all areas of their lives including their relationships and work. They want relief, clarity, and a sense of inner calm and confidence. They’re seeking a safe, supportive space to understand themselves, process trauma, and reconnect with what matters to them.
(03) 8771 5307 View (03) 8771 5307
Mia Lander
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
(03) 7003 2194 View (03) 7003 2194
Jessica Hack
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Jess! When seeing me, you can expect a warm, genuine clinician who makes you feel heard. Whether you are looking for support during a challenging time or wish to gain a deeper understanding of self-defeating coping strategies, I aim to provide you with a space to reflect and learn about yourself. As a therapist, I work from the belief that relationships are both the source of our deepest wounds and the space where true healing can take place. The therapeutic relationship itself can be a corrective emotional experience—one that fosters trust, empowerment, and the reweaving of secure attachment.
Hi, I'm Jess! When seeing me, you can expect a warm, genuine clinician who makes you feel heard. Whether you are looking for support during a challenging time or wish to gain a deeper understanding of self-defeating coping strategies, I aim to provide you with a space to reflect and learn about yourself. As a therapist, I work from the belief that relationships are both the source of our deepest wounds and the space where true healing can take place. The therapeutic relationship itself can be a corrective emotional experience—one that fosters trust, empowerment, and the reweaving of secure attachment.
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Dr Marie-Claire Davis
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Life can feel challenging when past experiences, daily stressors, or how your brain works differently creates barriers to fulfillment. Whether navigating trauma, exploring neurodivergent identity, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm here to support you. I believe healing happens in relationship—within a safe space where you can explore at your own pace. My approach combines evidence-based practices with deep respect for your individual needs.
Life can feel challenging when past experiences, daily stressors, or how your brain works differently creates barriers to fulfillment. Whether navigating trauma, exploring neurodivergent identity, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm here to support you. I believe healing happens in relationship—within a safe space where you can explore at your own pace. My approach combines evidence-based practices with deep respect for your individual needs.
(03) 5910 3377 View (03) 5910 3377
Sydney Ruiz
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
Hi! I'm a psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to achieve lasting change and growth. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and supportive, providing a space for you to explore and experience whatever has been unmanageable alone. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, dealing with grief or loss, wanting to make positive changes, or discover your strengths, I will work collaboratively with you. I take an integrative approach, and care about every facet of your wellbeing. Nothing is irrelevant, and nothing is too silly or strange to express.
(03) 9111 2662 View (03) 9111 2662
Darcy Richardson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Darcy (She/Her) is a Registered Psychologist and works with adults. Darcy utilises a Health at Every Size lens (HAES), Neurodivergent-affirming framework, and prioritises working with our LGBTQIA+ community (as a proud member herself). Darcy is also skilled at working with disabled communities, including Autistic folk and ADHDers in the neurodivergent community, (self-identifying, exploring or diagnosed).
Darcy (She/Her) is a Registered Psychologist and works with adults. Darcy utilises a Health at Every Size lens (HAES), Neurodivergent-affirming framework, and prioritises working with our LGBTQIA+ community (as a proud member herself). Darcy is also skilled at working with disabled communities, including Autistic folk and ADHDers in the neurodivergent community, (self-identifying, exploring or diagnosed).
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