Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Melbourne, VIC
My approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered, somatic, and emotion-focused methods—grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
As a registered psychologist, I provide evidence-based, inclusive support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My practice is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities, non-monogamous relationships, sex work, and non-traditional lifestyles. With a trauma-informed, person-centered approach I offer a respectful and confidential space where all aspects of your experience are welcome.
My approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered, somatic, and emotion-focused methods—grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
As a registered psychologist, I provide evidence-based, inclusive support for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life challenges, transitions, and relationship difficulties. My practice is inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities, non-monogamous relationships, sex work, and non-traditional lifestyles. With a trauma-informed, person-centered approach I offer a respectful and confidential space where all aspects of your experience are welcome.
Melanie's psychology intervention is informed by evidence-based practice, integrating various modalities that encompasses acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Melanie is a registered Psychologist, who completed a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Melbourne. She has experience working with adolescents, adults, and people of diverse backgrounds at Headspace and in private practice. Having worked and lived abroad, Melanie's life experience offers clients with a flexible, versatile, and culturally sensitive therapy style. She believes clients are the experts of their own lives. Considering each individual’s unique strengths and challenges, Melanie takes a warm and tailored approach to help clients reach their goals.
Melanie's psychology intervention is informed by evidence-based practice, integrating various modalities that encompasses acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Melanie is a registered Psychologist, who completed a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Melbourne. She has experience working with adolescents, adults, and people of diverse backgrounds at Headspace and in private practice. Having worked and lived abroad, Melanie's life experience offers clients with a flexible, versatile, and culturally sensitive therapy style. She believes clients are the experts of their own lives. Considering each individual’s unique strengths and challenges, Melanie takes a warm and tailored approach to help clients reach their goals.
My approach is collaborative and person-centred, drawing on evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I’m Adrian, a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. I work with adults from all walks of life, including people from LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse backgrounds, and I aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.
I work with a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma (including PTSD and complex PTSD), OCD, phobias, interpersonal difficulties, stress and burnout, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and sexual health concerns.
My approach is collaborative and person-centred, drawing on evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I’m Adrian, a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. I work with adults from all walks of life, including people from LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse backgrounds, and I aim to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change.
I work with a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma (including PTSD and complex PTSD), OCD, phobias, interpersonal difficulties, stress and burnout, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and sexual health concerns.
Her work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Motivational Interviewing.
Georgia is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has a passion for supporting clients navigating periods of stress related to uncertainty and change, including individuals who appear highly capable externally, while managing significant internal stress.
Georgia has supported adults across community mental health services, hospitals, residential services and private practice settings, such as those seeking support for: Stress management, Adjustment to life changes, Perfectionism/burnout, Self-esteem and confidence, Anxiety, Low Mood and depression, Sleep and relaxation difficulties, and Interpersonal and relationship challenges.
Her work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Motivational Interviewing.
Georgia is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has a passion for supporting clients navigating periods of stress related to uncertainty and change, including individuals who appear highly capable externally, while managing significant internal stress.
Georgia has supported adults across community mental health services, hospitals, residential services and private practice settings, such as those seeking support for: Stress management, Adjustment to life changes, Perfectionism/burnout, Self-esteem and confidence, Anxiety, Low Mood and depression, Sleep and relaxation difficulties, and Interpersonal and relationship challenges.
Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues. She is able to equip clients to adopt an optimistic mindset to challenge their unhelpful thoughts to strengthen their confidence and promote wellbeing.
Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues. She is able to equip clients to adopt an optimistic mindset to challenge their unhelpful thoughts to strengthen their confidence and promote wellbeing.
My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and person-centred therapy to build insight, coping skills, and confidence.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, panic, OCD, relationship stress, or long-standing patterns that affect emotions, self-worth, trauma or how you relate to others. You want a calm, supportive space to make sense of what’s going on, feel understood, and build practical coping tools. Your goals are to feel more steady, improve relationships, process difficult experiences, and move toward a more meaningful, balanced life.
My approach is collaborative and tailored, drawing on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, DBT-informed strategies, mindfulness, psychodynamic, solution-focused, and person-centred therapy to build insight, coping skills, and confidence.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, panic, OCD, relationship stress, or long-standing patterns that affect emotions, self-worth, trauma or how you relate to others. You want a calm, supportive space to make sense of what’s going on, feel understood, and build practical coping tools. Your goals are to feel more steady, improve relationships, process difficult experiences, and move toward a more meaningful, balanced life.
After discovering your partner’s infidelity, you may experience nightmares, difficulty concentrating, disrupted sleep or appetite, and intense feelings of sadness, fear, or anger. You might also feel a relentless need to uncover more details of the betrayal. This is betrayal trauma - caused by secrecy, lies and manipulation from someone who was supposed to care for you. You may feel alone, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn or who to trust.
After discovering your partner’s infidelity, you may experience nightmares, difficulty concentrating, disrupted sleep or appetite, and intense feelings of sadness, fear, or anger. You might also feel a relentless need to uncover more details of the betrayal. This is betrayal trauma - caused by secrecy, lies and manipulation from someone who was supposed to care for you. You may feel alone, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn or who to trust.
I have practiced for 21-years and am trained in evidence-based mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches to psychotherapy, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I believe that everyone is an individual who brings their own experiences, beliefs, and values into the therapeutic arena. Everyone goes through difficult times in their lives, and it is in these times that meeting with a clinical psychologist can help. By engaging in meaningful and honest conversations, you may find greater peace and reduce your current pain and suffering. I bring warmth, empathy, and understanding to every session.
I have practiced for 21-years and am trained in evidence-based mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches to psychotherapy, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I believe that everyone is an individual who brings their own experiences, beliefs, and values into the therapeutic arena. Everyone goes through difficult times in their lives, and it is in these times that meeting with a clinical psychologist can help. By engaging in meaningful and honest conversations, you may find greater peace and reduce your current pain and suffering. I bring warmth, empathy, and understanding to every session.
My interest and passion for health care began in my early adolescence as a volunteer at a school for children with special needs. In the years that followed I worked with people on the spectrum with high behavioural needs and also in group homes for people with chronic and severe mental illness. I then trained as a Clinical Psychologist and continued to deepen my experience and passion in the 20+ years I have worked with NSW Health in a number of different of roles. I now work with people across a broad range of issues as listed.
My interest and passion for health care began in my early adolescence as a volunteer at a school for children with special needs. In the years that followed I worked with people on the spectrum with high behavioural needs and also in group homes for people with chronic and severe mental illness. I then trained as a Clinical Psychologist and continued to deepen my experience and passion in the 20+ years I have worked with NSW Health in a number of different of roles. I now work with people across a broad range of issues as listed.
Draga Jevtic is a highly experienced Organisational and Counselling Psychologist with over 30 years’ experience across clinical and organisational settings. She has held senior leadership roles and served on numerous boards and advisory committees. She is known for her depth of experience and thoughtful, grounded approach. Her dual expertise enables her to support professional women navigate complex personal and professional challenges including burnout, compassion fatigue, trauma, leadership demands, relationships and significant life transitions, offering both insight and functional strategies to support sustainable change.
Draga Jevtic is a highly experienced Organisational and Counselling Psychologist with over 30 years’ experience across clinical and organisational settings. She has held senior leadership roles and served on numerous boards and advisory committees. She is known for her depth of experience and thoughtful, grounded approach. Her dual expertise enables her to support professional women navigate complex personal and professional challenges including burnout, compassion fatigue, trauma, leadership demands, relationships and significant life transitions, offering both insight and functional strategies to support sustainable change.
I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions. I work primarily with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, guilt, and many other mental health issues. I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support. I also support many of my clients with conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, early life attachment wounds, and anxiety disorders.
I also commonly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with clients.
I am a registered clinical psychologist with experience working with a wide range of mental health conditions. I work primarily with concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, shame, guilt, and many other mental health issues. I have a special interest in supporting and empowering women with their mental health, in particular perinatal mental health support. I also support many of my clients with conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, early life attachment wounds, and anxiety disorders.
CBT/ACT/IFS/Schema Therapy for ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions. His approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based. His therapy is focused on helping you build skills you can use outside the therapy room, not just gain insight inside it.
Sessions are structured, thoughtful, and paced to suit you, whether you’re looking for relief from symptoms, better emotional regulation, or a clearer sense of direction.
CBT/ACT/IFS/Schema Therapy for ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions. His approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based. His therapy is focused on helping you build skills you can use outside the therapy room, not just gain insight inside it.
Sessions are structured, thoughtful, and paced to suit you, whether you’re looking for relief from symptoms, better emotional regulation, or a clearer sense of direction.
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges.
I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety.
In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress.
I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges.
I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety.
In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress.
I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
Maggie has expertise in the provision of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) as well as mindfulness based treatments.
Dr Maggie Hall is the founder of Inner South Psychology. She is an experienced clinical psychologist who uses a non-judgmental and empathetic approach to treat a wide variety of difficulties in adults of all ages. She has expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as stress, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment, life transitions, problems at work, sleep difficulties, loss, grief, addictions and managing difficult emotions.
Maggie has expertise in the provision of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT) as well as mindfulness based treatments.
Dr Maggie Hall is the founder of Inner South Psychology. She is an experienced clinical psychologist who uses a non-judgmental and empathetic approach to treat a wide variety of difficulties in adults of all ages. She has expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression as well as stress, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment, life transitions, problems at work, sleep difficulties, loss, grief, addictions and managing difficult emotions.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
Anine Cummins (they/them) - Ginger Cat Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
From there, I may use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Mindfulness (even for ADHD brains!); Bibliotherapy (as in I love books); Internal Family Systems (working with parts); Flash technique (a non-invasive trauma reduction method) and Art therapy.
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out. My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."
From there, I may use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Mindfulness (even for ADHD brains!); Bibliotherapy (as in I love books); Internal Family Systems (working with parts); Flash technique (a non-invasive trauma reduction method) and Art therapy.
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out. My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."
Largely, I use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with elements of other specific Cognitive Behavioural Therapies.
You may have been struggling for some time. Something isn’t working and life could be better. You have probably tried all sorts of things on your own, but therapy can be a way for you to get a fresh perspective with the help of someone who has an expertise in mental health. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people experiencing low mood, anxiety, past trauma, chronic pain, other health conditions, OCD, relationship difficulties, and sleep problems, and those seeking therapy as a way to live a more meaningful life.
Largely, I use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with elements of other specific Cognitive Behavioural Therapies.
You may have been struggling for some time. Something isn’t working and life could be better. You have probably tried all sorts of things on your own, but therapy can be a way for you to get a fresh perspective with the help of someone who has an expertise in mental health. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people experiencing low mood, anxiety, past trauma, chronic pain, other health conditions, OCD, relationship difficulties, and sleep problems, and those seeking therapy as a way to live a more meaningful life.
Evelyn’s primary therapeutic orientation is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with the aim to help you manage your thoughts, mood, emotions, and behaviours in order to improve your relationships, and quality of life.
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
Evelyn’s primary therapeutic orientation is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with the aim to help you manage your thoughts, mood, emotions, and behaviours in order to improve your relationships, and quality of life.
Dr Evelyn Gasparillo works with adult from 18 to 80+. You can count on her professional skills to help you with a wide range of psychological and mental health concerns such as: • Depression and other mood related issues • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Adjustment Disorder • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) • Self-esteem issues • Anger management • Grief and Loss • Sleep Problems • Work related stress • Significant life transitions and acculturation issues. • Chronic pain.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
You may be functioning on the outside — working, studying, showing up — while internally feeling anxious, disconnected, or emotionally drained. You might find yourself overthinking everything, repeating relationship patterns, or quietly questioning your self-worth. Even when nothing looks “wrong,” something doesn’t feel settled inside.
Many people come to therapy not because they are broken, but because coping alone has become exhausting.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
You may be functioning on the outside — working, studying, showing up — while internally feeling anxious, disconnected, or emotionally drained. You might find yourself overthinking everything, repeating relationship patterns, or quietly questioning your self-worth. Even when nothing looks “wrong,” something doesn’t feel settled inside.
Many people come to therapy not because they are broken, but because coping alone has become exhausting.
Senior leaders, busy professionals and creative entrepreneurs need to manage an unprecedented range of competing demands across their personal and professional lives. The pressure can be relentless, and career success can come at a high cost. Stress can have serious impacts on mental health, family relationships and physical well-being. Travel and work schedules can undermine marriages/partnerships and parenting. It makes sense to invest in your resilience, wellbeing and self care because resilient leaders achieve more.
Senior leaders, busy professionals and creative entrepreneurs need to manage an unprecedented range of competing demands across their personal and professional lives. The pressure can be relentless, and career success can come at a high cost. Stress can have serious impacts on mental health, family relationships and physical well-being. Travel and work schedules can undermine marriages/partnerships and parenting. It makes sense to invest in your resilience, wellbeing and self care because resilient leaders achieve more.
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