Divorce Psychologists and Therapists in Kooyong, VIC
People often tell me that the reason why they choose to work with me is because they can see that they can be challenged and guided to be the empowered version of themselves, while at the same time feeling safe in the knowledge they are being cared for and supported by a qualified clinical psychologist. I have been a Clinical Psychologist since 2013 and a leadership and life coach since 2009. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to change their unhelpful stories to more empowering and authentic ones.
People often tell me that the reason why they choose to work with me is because they can see that they can be challenged and guided to be the empowered version of themselves, while at the same time feeling safe in the knowledge they are being cared for and supported by a qualified clinical psychologist. I have been a Clinical Psychologist since 2013 and a leadership and life coach since 2009. I am passionate about working with people who are ready to change their unhelpful stories to more empowering and authentic ones.
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Addy Dunkley-Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Choosing a psychologist is a big decision, and I suspect you've thought about this for a while. You know that therapy is an investment in yourself, and you don't make investments without doing your research. You are looking for someone you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most difficult thoughts and feelings with. You want someone to listen carefully, to respect you and your experience and to be invested in your goals providing support that is specifically tailored to who you are (otherwise you'd just be buying a self-help book). That's what you deserve!
Choosing a psychologist is a big decision, and I suspect you've thought about this for a while. You know that therapy is an investment in yourself, and you don't make investments without doing your research. You are looking for someone you feel safe and comfortable sharing your most difficult thoughts and feelings with. You want someone to listen carefully, to respect you and your experience and to be invested in your goals providing support that is specifically tailored to who you are (otherwise you'd just be buying a self-help book). That's what you deserve!
Let’s start with this: You are not your ADHD.
You might look like you’re coping — holding down a job, keeping up appearances — but inside, it’s chaotic. The overthinking, the scattered focus, the constant sense that you're behind. Maybe it’s ADHD, anxiety, or just a brain that won’t switch off.
What you want is clarity, calm, and tools that actually help. More than that, you want to feel like yourself again.
I work with people like you to understand your mind, quiet the self-doubt, and build a life that feels manageable and meaningful.
Let’s start with this: You are not your ADHD.
You might look like you’re coping — holding down a job, keeping up appearances — but inside, it’s chaotic. The overthinking, the scattered focus, the constant sense that you're behind. Maybe it’s ADHD, anxiety, or just a brain that won’t switch off.
What you want is clarity, calm, and tools that actually help. More than that, you want to feel like yourself again.
I work with people like you to understand your mind, quiet the self-doubt, and build a life that feels manageable and meaningful.
I am passionate about helping clients deepen their understanding of themselves and how past experiences influence how they feel and cope with challenges. I have a warm, genuine approach which allows therapy to be a space where you can feel comfortable and supported while sharing difficult issues. My goal is to help you to gain new perspectives and build skills that aim to support your wellbeing and therapy needs. I work with adults dealing with many different issues and challenges. I also work with those in the field of emergency services, medical frontline, and the Defence Force.
I am passionate about helping clients deepen their understanding of themselves and how past experiences influence how they feel and cope with challenges. I have a warm, genuine approach which allows therapy to be a space where you can feel comfortable and supported while sharing difficult issues. My goal is to help you to gain new perspectives and build skills that aim to support your wellbeing and therapy needs. I work with adults dealing with many different issues and challenges. I also work with those in the field of emergency services, medical frontline, and the Defence Force.
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My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
My ideal client is someone who feels emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or disconnected from themselves or loved ones. They may struggle with anxiety, unresolved family dynamics, or challenges in their relationship. What they truly need is a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard and understood. Their goal is to heal, find clarity, and build healthier relationships — with themselves and others. They want change because they long for emotional balance, deeper connection, and a more authentic life.
From daily life stressors to severe mental breakdowns, no one is really capable of understanding more than a person who lived the experience. That’s what you will experience with effective counselling. Where you can talk to a real person who can understand what you are going through first hand. We are unique individuals and deserve to be treated as such. At effective counselling we use the approach that works for you. Everyone deserves to be happy and healthy, so, at effective counselling our goal is to achieve that.
From daily life stressors to severe mental breakdowns, no one is really capable of understanding more than a person who lived the experience. That’s what you will experience with effective counselling. Where you can talk to a real person who can understand what you are going through first hand. We are unique individuals and deserve to be treated as such. At effective counselling we use the approach that works for you. Everyone deserves to be happy and healthy, so, at effective counselling our goal is to achieve that.
Humaira Hamimi is a bilingual psychologist (Speaks Dari) who helps guide adults and adolescents in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Humaira has extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting difficulties and relationship challenges. She works with issues related to refugees and asylum seekers related to identity, life cycle and grief and loss. She specialises in working with attachment trauma, domestic violence issues and trauma that occur in intimate relationships. Humaira accepts clients on NDIS, work cover and TAC.
Humaira Hamimi is a bilingual psychologist (Speaks Dari) who helps guide adults and adolescents in resolving personal, social and psychological difficulties. Humaira has extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting difficulties and relationship challenges. She works with issues related to refugees and asylum seekers related to identity, life cycle and grief and loss. She specialises in working with attachment trauma, domestic violence issues and trauma that occur in intimate relationships. Humaira accepts clients on NDIS, work cover and TAC.
I’m not your everyday therapist. I help people break free from old patterns, reconnect with themselves, and create real change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy—I blend psychotherapy with somatic and alternative methods to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck. Whether you’re navigating a relationship breakdown, stuck in old patterns, or searching for a stronger sense of self, this work goes beyond talking—it’s about feeling, shifting, and truly changing. If you’re ready to break free from what’s been holding you back, let’s dive in.
I’m not your everyday therapist. I help people break free from old patterns, reconnect with themselves, and create real change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy—I blend psychotherapy with somatic and alternative methods to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck. Whether you’re navigating a relationship breakdown, stuck in old patterns, or searching for a stronger sense of self, this work goes beyond talking—it’s about feeling, shifting, and truly changing. If you’re ready to break free from what’s been holding you back, let’s dive in.
Looking for a new therapist can be hard, especially when you really need help. I hope to help your search. I'm a warm, caring therapist here to help heal from trauma, anxiety, attachment, relationship, self-sabotage & self-worth issues.
Clients come to me compassionate, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. I take pride in empowering my clients to create real, lasting & positive change in their lives.
Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help. I promise to make the process as welcoming and as easy as possible.
Looking for a new therapist can be hard, especially when you really need help. I hope to help your search. I'm a warm, caring therapist here to help heal from trauma, anxiety, attachment, relationship, self-sabotage & self-worth issues.
Clients come to me compassionate, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. I take pride in empowering my clients to create real, lasting & positive change in their lives.
Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help. I promise to make the process as welcoming and as easy as possible.
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of settings. I am a therapist, researcher, lecturer and sit as professional member for VCAT. I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues. I have a passion for working with couples, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.
I am a psychologist with extensive experience across a range of settings. I am a therapist, researcher, lecturer and sit as professional member for VCAT. I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore and resolve challenging personal and relationship issues. I have a passion for working with couples, people looking to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger and grief. I want to help you achieve a better understanding of why you feel the way you do, why you think in a particular way, and to challenge and shift behaviour patterns which are holding you back from experiencing a more connected, fulfilled and meaningful life.
I am passionate about helping those who struggle with mental health as well as supervising other professionals. Clients come to me with their disorders, issues, struggles and relationship problems and want to find better ways to cope and deal with their concerns. Their goals are to be happier, learn better ways to deal with their concerns and move on from their past traumas.
I am passionate about helping those who struggle with mental health as well as supervising other professionals. Clients come to me with their disorders, issues, struggles and relationship problems and want to find better ways to cope and deal with their concerns. Their goals are to be happier, learn better ways to deal with their concerns and move on from their past traumas.
I help individuals and couples recover from intimate betrayal and infidelity, with a strong focus on supporting betrayed partners and relationships impacted by problematic sexual behaviours. This includes compulsive sexual behaviour, and sex, love, and pornography addiction.
I am a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist through the Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists (APSATS), a Certified Integrated Attachment Theory practitioner, and Certified in the Gottman Method: Treating Affairs and Trauma.
I help individuals and couples recover from intimate betrayal and infidelity, with a strong focus on supporting betrayed partners and relationships impacted by problematic sexual behaviours. This includes compulsive sexual behaviour, and sex, love, and pornography addiction.
I am a Certified Clinical Partner Specialist through the Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialists (APSATS), a Certified Integrated Attachment Theory practitioner, and Certified in the Gottman Method: Treating Affairs and Trauma.
Therapy is a space for brave souls, and I'm here to welcome them. As a couples and relationship counsellor, I support partners and spouses through the complex dance of connection and intimacy.
Whether you're feeling anxious, numb, or disconnected, I work to reduce the fear of conflict and replace it with understanding and growth.
I have enjoyed a career that has now spanned close to 6 years supporting couples, first as a relationship and intimacy coach and then qualifying as a fully fledged counsellor and couples therapist.
Therapy is a space for brave souls, and I'm here to welcome them. As a couples and relationship counsellor, I support partners and spouses through the complex dance of connection and intimacy.
Whether you're feeling anxious, numb, or disconnected, I work to reduce the fear of conflict and replace it with understanding and growth.
I have enjoyed a career that has now spanned close to 6 years supporting couples, first as a relationship and intimacy coach and then qualifying as a fully fledged counsellor and couples therapist.
In addition, I also specialise in child-centred therapy for children experiencing family separation, divorce and changes in family arrangements
Play Therapy is an evidence-based approach that provides children with the opportunity to express their emotions safely through play and work towards resolving difficulties. The benefits of play therapy include enhanced emotional expression; improved behaviour; trauma healing; development of coping skills and increased self-esteem.
In addition, I also specialise in child-centred therapy for children experiencing family separation, divorce and changes in family arrangements
Play Therapy is an evidence-based approach that provides children with the opportunity to express their emotions safely through play and work towards resolving difficulties. The benefits of play therapy include enhanced emotional expression; improved behaviour; trauma healing; development of coping skills and increased self-esteem.
I provide psychological services for women of Melbourne who need support with anxiety, eating issues, body image difficulties, low mood, or adjustment to trauma or life transitions. I provide therapy that is based on research and use my extensive experience as a psychologist to carefully individualise a treatment plan for each client. I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve better mental health, functioning and wellbeing.
I provide psychological services for women of Melbourne who need support with anxiety, eating issues, body image difficulties, low mood, or adjustment to trauma or life transitions. I provide therapy that is based on research and use my extensive experience as a psychologist to carefully individualise a treatment plan for each client. I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve better mental health, functioning and wellbeing.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
At Sharp Minds Psychology, therapy is a relationship — not a checklist. We take time to understand you, your experiences, and what safety looks like for you. Our therapists offer warm, affirming, neuroaffirming care for people who may have felt misunderstood or unseen in traditional mental health spaces. We provide inclusive, culturally sensitive therapy via 100% telehealth across Australia, with flexible, confidential support that meets you where you are and grows with you over time.
We have all been in situations that we wish were different. We want someone who listens respectfully, to support and encourage us to get through this situation stronger and to be proud of who we are. It can be reassuring to work with a professional therapist to help clarify our thoughts, who will provide tools to manage concerns and assist in putting a life plan in to action.
We have all been in situations that we wish were different. We want someone who listens respectfully, to support and encourage us to get through this situation stronger and to be proud of who we are. It can be reassuring to work with a professional therapist to help clarify our thoughts, who will provide tools to manage concerns and assist in putting a life plan in to action.
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.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns. They may be healing from trauma, navigating cross-cultural relationships, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, or low self-worth. Many long for deeper connection, calm, and authenticity. They want to understand themselves, rebuild trust, and find balance in mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach that integrates emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting change.
My ideal clients are individuals and couples who feel emotionally disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns. They may be healing from trauma, navigating cross-cultural relationships, or struggling with anxiety, burnout, or low self-worth. Many long for deeper connection, calm, and authenticity. They want to understand themselves, rebuild trust, and find balance in mind, body, and spirit through a holistic approach that integrates emotional awareness, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting change.
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges and Lasting Peace.
Serving the Bendigo, Castlemaine, Macedon Ranges region and telehealth; Melissa, an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), offers compassionate support for individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. We believe in your inherent ability to heal and grow.
While Melissa's practice is focused on mental well-being,growth clarity, her background as a Registered Nurse with deep experience in family care and complex health issues (like aging and disability) provides a unique, grounded perspective for all clients.
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges and Lasting Peace.
Serving the Bendigo, Castlemaine, Macedon Ranges region and telehealth; Melissa, an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), offers compassionate support for individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. We believe in your inherent ability to heal and grow.
While Melissa's practice is focused on mental well-being,growth clarity, her background as a Registered Nurse with deep experience in family care and complex health issues (like aging and disability) provides a unique, grounded perspective for all clients.
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- Malvern
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- Saint Kilda East
- Toorak
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.