Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Lower Plenty, VIC

Living and Learning Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have particular interests in helping clients navigate difficulties with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, transitions, and individual learning needs.
My goal is to help clients lead a values-centred life. I uses evidence-based therapeutic strategies such to help clients identify their values and find ways to live congruently and meaningfully. I also provide cognitive and educational assessments to diagnose and support individual learning needs.
I have particular interests in helping clients navigate difficulties with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, depression, transitions, and individual learning needs.
My goal is to help clients lead a values-centred life. I uses evidence-based therapeutic strategies such to help clients identify their values and find ways to live congruently and meaningfully. I also provide cognitive and educational assessments to diagnose and support individual learning needs.
(03) 8400 0198 View (03) 8400 0198
Danielle Cerra
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I work primarily with adult women navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you. Some people come to counselling looking for practical strategies and guidance, while others simply need a space to finally exhale, feel heard, and not have to hold everything together for a while.
I work primarily with adult women navigating stress, anxiety, burnout, self-esteem challenges, relationship difficulties, grief, and life transitions.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s been weighing on you. Some people come to counselling looking for practical strategies and guidance, while others simply need a space to finally exhale, feel heard, and not have to hold everything together for a while.
(03) 9111 2623 View (03) 9111 2623
Cassandra Scicluna
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
(03) 8771 4615 View (03) 8771 4615
Sara Cahill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Sara works with clients from the age of 15 years onwards and has extensive experience in the areas of eating disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma presentations, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and grief and loss.
Sara is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years experience working in both the private and public sector. Sara is fully registered with AHRPA, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and a Board-Approved Supervisor. Sara is also a credentialed Eating Disorder clinician.
Sara works with clients from the age of 15 years onwards and has extensive experience in the areas of eating disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma presentations, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and grief and loss.
Sara is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years experience working in both the private and public sector. Sara is fully registered with AHRPA, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and a Board-Approved Supervisor. Sara is also a credentialed Eating Disorder clinician.
(03) 8400 0771 View (03) 8400 0771
Kat Cunningham
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I frequently work with people experiencing anxiety and self-doubt, whether this be in their work, relationships, parenting or just in trying to find meaning and direction.
As at July 2026 I have availability to take on new clients. Providing a straightforward, warm and engaging style of therapy, I support women to increase self-acceptance and find calm and connection in the overwhelm and pressures of daily life. I enjoy working with adults exploring their neurodivergence, as well as those navigating periods of adjustment and transition — including becoming a new parent (or parenting a teenager), perimenopause, separation, or grief.
I frequently work with people experiencing anxiety and self-doubt, whether this be in their work, relationships, parenting or just in trying to find meaning and direction.
As at July 2026 I have availability to take on new clients. Providing a straightforward, warm and engaging style of therapy, I support women to increase self-acceptance and find calm and connection in the overwhelm and pressures of daily life. I enjoy working with adults exploring their neurodivergence, as well as those navigating periods of adjustment and transition — including becoming a new parent (or parenting a teenager), perimenopause, separation, or grief.
(03) 8400 0709 View (03) 8400 0709
Rebecca Zeeman
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
I currently have availability for adults seeking EMDR therapy. EMDR is the primary focus of my practice, and I work with people who are looking for a structured, evidence-based approach to processing trauma, distressing life experiences, and longstanding patterns that may be keeping them stuck. As an Accredited EMDR Practitioner, I work with adults experiencing the impacts of trauma. This may include trauma related to recent events, early life experiences, sexual assault, family violence, grief and loss, birth trauma, perinatal mental health difficulties, and OCD-related presentations.
I currently have availability for adults seeking EMDR therapy. EMDR is the primary focus of my practice, and I work with people who are looking for a structured, evidence-based approach to processing trauma, distressing life experiences, and longstanding patterns that may be keeping them stuck. As an Accredited EMDR Practitioner, I work with adults experiencing the impacts of trauma. This may include trauma related to recent events, early life experiences, sexual assault, family violence, grief and loss, birth trauma, perinatal mental health difficulties, and OCD-related presentations.
(03) 8400 0257 View (03) 8400 0257
Kim Thomas
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Individually tailored sessions to help each person improve their mental health. Flexible, supportive help to grow and change for the better. Kim has worked within the NDIS framework with complex clients and utilises a variety of techniques to give you strategies and insight towards improved mental health. With an interest in trauma, Kim utilises EMDR as well as a variety of frameworks.. As well as rooms and online options, Kim will walk and talk and in some circumstances, travel to clients.
Individually tailored sessions to help each person improve their mental health. Flexible, supportive help to grow and change for the better. Kim has worked within the NDIS framework with complex clients and utilises a variety of techniques to give you strategies and insight towards improved mental health. With an interest in trauma, Kim utilises EMDR as well as a variety of frameworks.. As well as rooms and online options, Kim will walk and talk and in some circumstances, travel to clients.
(03) 8797 2164 View (03) 8797 2164
Lauren Damos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Lauren has experience working with a variety of presentations such as depression, anxiety, stress management, perfectionism, ADHD, difficulties with motivation, sleep concerns, performance psychology, relationship issues and life transitions.
Lauren works collaboratively with adults and young adults to address challenges, achieve goals and improve overall quality of life. Lauren prioritises the needs of each client, tailoring treatment to their unique requirements.
Lauren has experience working with a variety of presentations such as depression, anxiety, stress management, perfectionism, ADHD, difficulties with motivation, sleep concerns, performance psychology, relationship issues and life transitions.
Lauren works collaboratively with adults and young adults to address challenges, achieve goals and improve overall quality of life. Lauren prioritises the needs of each client, tailoring treatment to their unique requirements.
(03) 8400 0514 View (03) 8400 0514
Matthew Strebinos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I take an active, collaborative approach, using evidence-based strategies and practical tools you can apply in your daily life. Each session is tailored to your unique goals, helping you gain clarity, manage difficult emotions, develop effective coping skills, and feel more in control of your mindset and future.
I work with clients experiencing mood or behaviour difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges.
I take an active, collaborative approach, using evidence-based strategies and practical tools you can apply in your daily life. Each session is tailored to your unique goals, helping you gain clarity, manage difficult emotions, develop effective coping skills, and feel more in control of your mindset and future.
(03) 8400 0880 View (03) 8400 0880
Arman Ouveysi
Verified Verified
Serves Area
As a specialist in mental health, he provides expert care for ADHD, Autism, OCD, anxiety, depression, as well as trauma and stress management.
Dr. Arman Ouveysi is a dedicated GP with years of experience in managing both mental and physical health. His holistic approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
As a specialist in mental health, he provides expert care for ADHD, Autism, OCD, anxiety, depression, as well as trauma and stress management.
Dr. Arman Ouveysi is a dedicated GP with years of experience in managing both mental and physical health. His holistic approach ensures that each patient receives comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
(03) 8400 0363 View (03) 8400 0363
Relationships in Conflict - and how to Reconnect
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many people come to my relationship counselling practice in Eltham because they feel stuck. You may be having the same arguments over and over, feeling unheard, walking on eggshells, or wondering if you've grown apart. I help couples and families across Eltham and Melbourne's north-east reconnect through honest conversations that create lasting change. Conflict isn't the problem—it's how we handle it. When we learn to listen deeply and speak with kindness, difficult conversations can become opportunities for greater trust, intimacy and connection
Many people come to my relationship counselling practice in Eltham because they feel stuck. You may be having the same arguments over and over, feeling unheard, walking on eggshells, or wondering if you've grown apart. I help couples and families across Eltham and Melbourne's north-east reconnect through honest conversations that create lasting change. Conflict isn't the problem—it's how we handle it. When we learn to listen deeply and speak with kindness, difficult conversations can become opportunities for greater trust, intimacy and connection
(03) 8400 0343 View (03) 8400 0343
Raphael Elisha
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I can help individuals with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem caused by unhealthy relationships, as well as issues that may be impacting relationships, including personality and anger management issues.
I can help you to reconnect with your partner, build trust that may have been broken and increase intimacy and affection where encounters may be few and far between. If you're constantly arguing and point-scoring, trapped in a familiar argument loop, then I can give you the skills and the space to work as a team and work it all out.
I can help individuals with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem caused by unhealthy relationships, as well as issues that may be impacting relationships, including personality and anger management issues.
I can help you to reconnect with your partner, build trust that may have been broken and increase intimacy and affection where encounters may be few and far between. If you're constantly arguing and point-scoring, trapped in a familiar argument loop, then I can give you the skills and the space to work as a team and work it all out.
(03) 8338 4411 View (03) 8338 4411
Holly Monaghan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
My treatment approach is grounded in neuro-affirming and trauma-informed care and I use therapy modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and ACT. I believe treatment should be collaborative and tailored to each person depending on their needs and preferences.
I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
My treatment approach is grounded in neuro-affirming and trauma-informed care and I use therapy modalities such as EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and ACT. I believe treatment should be collaborative and tailored to each person depending on their needs and preferences.
(03) 8771 5233 View (03) 8771 5233

More Therapists Nearby

Kerryn Knight
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Frankston, VIC 3199
My approach is particularly effective if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, and transitions in life, helping you find clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.
As a lecturer and supervisor, I'm passionate about ongoing professional development within the art therapy community and to pay forward my expertise with those I work with. My clientele is diverse and I value the transformative power of creative experiential processes in therapy and strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for you to thrive.
My approach is particularly effective if you are dealing with anxiety, depression, and transitions in life, helping you find clarity and a renewed sense of purpose.
As a lecturer and supervisor, I'm passionate about ongoing professional development within the art therapy community and to pay forward my expertise with those I work with. My clientele is diverse and I value the transformative power of creative experiential processes in therapy and strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for you to thrive.
(03) 9068 5278 View (03) 9068 5278
Jake Dixon
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Moonee Ponds, VIC 3039
Jake works with people from all walks of life and across most mental health problems. He specialises and works particularly well with young male clients aged 16-25 who are struggling with their mental health, finding it difficult to establish their identity and purpose as they move in being an adult. He uses a range of therapeutic techniques that are tailored to a client's specific needs and goals to help them start living the life that they want.
Jake works with people from all walks of life and across most mental health problems. He specialises and works particularly well with young male clients aged 16-25 who are struggling with their mental health, finding it difficult to establish their identity and purpose as they move in being an adult. He uses a range of therapeutic techniques that are tailored to a client's specific needs and goals to help them start living the life that they want.
1300 830 687 View 1300 830 687
Jacqui Snooks
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Attachment repair effectively treats anxious, avoidant and disorganised attachment in adults, helping clients to achieve inner security, relationship satisfaction, and emotional well-being
I work collaboratively with my clients, am trauma-informed, and approach my work with a combination of warmth, mindful compassion and a non judgemental stance to create a feeling of emotional safety.
Attachment repair effectively treats anxious, avoidant and disorganised attachment in adults, helping clients to achieve inner security, relationship satisfaction, and emotional well-being
I work collaboratively with my clients, am trauma-informed, and approach my work with a combination of warmth, mindful compassion and a non judgemental stance to create a feeling of emotional safety.
(08) 9126 9430 View (08) 9126 9430
Simone Hall
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Kallista, VIC 3791
If you are experiencing frustration, anxiety, depression or trauma from the challenges of everyday life, loss, bereavement, the end of relationships, or abuse, I am comfortable sitting with you and quietly exploring the emotions and thoughts which arise.
My love of counselling developed from working many years in educational settings. Many children, adolescents & adults are struggling due to emotional and psychological issues associated with anxiety, depression, abuse and loss. I bring to my counselling sessions not only extensive academic qualifications, but also a lived experience of grief and abuse.
If you are experiencing frustration, anxiety, depression or trauma from the challenges of everyday life, loss, bereavement, the end of relationships, or abuse, I am comfortable sitting with you and quietly exploring the emotions and thoughts which arise.
My love of counselling developed from working many years in educational settings. Many children, adolescents & adults are struggling due to emotional and psychological issues associated with anxiety, depression, abuse and loss. I bring to my counselling sessions not only extensive academic qualifications, but also a lived experience of grief and abuse.
(03) 5907 3917 View (03) 5907 3917
Insight Psychology Bayside
Psychologist, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Highett, VIC 3190
She has worked effectively with clients to overcome Generalised Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Trauma, Social Anxiety & Phobias; Depression; Relationship issues; Grief; Life & Workplace Stress & Adjustment issues, Coaching & Leadership development.
Mary has a wide range of experience - initially a science & maths teacher, then she became a psychologist in the corporate arena working in management consulting, organisational development, culture change, leadership & team development & executive coaching, & lead teams in human resources - always focused on helping people optimise their potential.
She has worked effectively with clients to overcome Generalised Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Trauma, Social Anxiety & Phobias; Depression; Relationship issues; Grief; Life & Workplace Stress & Adjustment issues, Coaching & Leadership development.
Mary has a wide range of experience - initially a science & maths teacher, then she became a psychologist in the corporate arena working in management consulting, organisational development, culture change, leadership & team development & executive coaching, & lead teams in human resources - always focused on helping people optimise their potential.
(03) 7500 5877 View (03) 7500 5877
Heal Thy Mind Therapy Services
Counsellor, PACFA
Werribee, VIC 3030
Thus, parents often seek support for anxiety, ADHD, autism, behavioural difficulties, or developing social skills for their child.
I provide neurodiversity-affirming counselling for children, adolescents, and families. Supporting challenges with anxiety, ADHD, autism, behaviour, and emotional regulation through trauma-informed, person-centred, and creative therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual.
Thus, parents often seek support for anxiety, ADHD, autism, behavioural difficulties, or developing social skills for their child.
I provide neurodiversity-affirming counselling for children, adolescents, and families. Supporting challenges with anxiety, ADHD, autism, behaviour, and emotional regulation through trauma-informed, person-centred, and creative therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual.
(03) 7302 8449 View (03) 7302 8449
Ruth Katerelos
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Preston, VIC 3072
I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem.
I offer an empathic and client centred approach, working with clients to determine what is currently going on for them, and what they are seeking to change. With some attention to the past, I tend to focus on the present as a launching place to change current patterns of thought/reactions/situations/relationships which may be causing distress.
I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, substance issues, food disorders, grief, child-hood trauma, uncertainty around sexuality and gender, around identity and self confidence/esteem.
I offer an empathic and client centred approach, working with clients to determine what is currently going on for them, and what they are seeking to change. With some attention to the past, I tend to focus on the present as a launching place to change current patterns of thought/reactions/situations/relationships which may be causing distress.
(02) 4504 0223 View (02) 4504 0223
Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.