Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Melton, VIC

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Hilina Hagos
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! My name is Hilina and I’m a licensed psychotherapist and counsellor dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space you can explore your thoughts, emotions and life experiences. I work with individuals who are seeking clarity, healing and growth. Whether you're navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, identity challenges, or relationship issues, my approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and tailored to your unique needs. I deeply believe that everyone has the capacity for transformation and resilience- and therapy can be the space where that begins. Responses to inquiries within 2 business days:)
Hello! My name is Hilina and I’m a licensed psychotherapist and counsellor dedicated to creating a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space you can explore your thoughts, emotions and life experiences. I work with individuals who are seeking clarity, healing and growth. Whether you're navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, identity challenges, or relationship issues, my approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and tailored to your unique needs. I deeply believe that everyone has the capacity for transformation and resilience- and therapy can be the space where that begins. Responses to inquiries within 2 business days:)
(03) 7302 8049 View (03) 7302 8049
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Counsellor, Sexologist and Clinical Supervisor
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
Hi, my name is Traci from Healing Mindz. I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. I provide the space for you to focus on your 'stuckness' and to safely sit in the 'uncomfortableness'. Does trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger hold you back from living? Maybe your relationship needs a jump start and intimacy no longer exists. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward.
Hi, my name is Traci from Healing Mindz. I am a counsellor, sexologist and clinical supervisor with experience working with clients who have been in the same place you are. I provide the space for you to focus on your 'stuckness' and to safely sit in the 'uncomfortableness'. Does trauma, guilt, anxiety and anger hold you back from living? Maybe your relationship needs a jump start and intimacy no longer exists. Life can be hard sometimes but you don't have to do it on your own. I am here to walk with you along your journey. There is a way forward.
(03) 4328 3009 View (03) 4328 3009
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Mind Mosaics Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Mind Mosaics works with varied client presentations from general anxiety, depression to complex trauma providing them a safe and a non-judgmental space. Harpreet at Mind Mosaics offers counselling services to various age groups from teenage to elders and holds a research background in lifespan wellbeing. She practices a client centred Feedback Informed Treatment. Often clients respond well to treatment if they are psycho- educated, have goals clarity and holds a shared responsibility in the treatment.
Mind Mosaics works with varied client presentations from general anxiety, depression to complex trauma providing them a safe and a non-judgmental space. Harpreet at Mind Mosaics offers counselling services to various age groups from teenage to elders and holds a research background in lifespan wellbeing. She practices a client centred Feedback Informed Treatment. Often clients respond well to treatment if they are psycho- educated, have goals clarity and holds a shared responsibility in the treatment.
(03) 4416 2328 View (03) 4416 2328
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Emily Varga - Sunbury Child and Family Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Emily is the principal psychologist at Sunbury Child and Family Psychology working along side young people and their family’s. Emily values the strengths in each person she meets. She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
Emily is the principal psychologist at Sunbury Child and Family Psychology working along side young people and their family’s. Emily values the strengths in each person she meets. She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
(03) 8007 3355 View (03) 8007 3355
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Geetha Chetty
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
(03) 7302 2085 View (03) 7302 2085

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Jane Hutchinson
Social Worker, AMHSW
Melbourne, VIC 3004
With over 20 years’ experience, I provide thoughtful, structured therapy that draws on neuroscience and evidence-based approaches to understand why patterns develop and how to change them. I work with indivduals and families who appear to be coping on the outside, but feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, disconnection, or recurring difficulties beneath the surface. Many difficulties are not random, they reflect patterns that have developed over time.
With over 20 years’ experience, I provide thoughtful, structured therapy that draws on neuroscience and evidence-based approaches to understand why patterns develop and how to change them. I work with indivduals and families who appear to be coping on the outside, but feel stuck in cycles of overwhelm, disconnection, or recurring difficulties beneath the surface. Many difficulties are not random, they reflect patterns that have developed over time.
(08) 6171 2601 View (08) 6171 2601
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Isabella Amato - Aspire Wellness Group
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Essendon North, VIC 3041
Isabella is a registered Psychologist who brings a welcoming and empathetic approach to her practice. She is passionate about supporting children who are experiencing behavioural and social-emotional difficulties, anxiety and adjustment related difficulties, in addition to collaborating with their families. Isabella has experience working with neurodivergent children, inclusive of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism via a neuroaffirming, strength-based approach. Isabella has worked with children across different developmental stages in primary schools, private, community & hospital settings.
Isabella is a registered Psychologist who brings a welcoming and empathetic approach to her practice. She is passionate about supporting children who are experiencing behavioural and social-emotional difficulties, anxiety and adjustment related difficulties, in addition to collaborating with their families. Isabella has experience working with neurodivergent children, inclusive of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism via a neuroaffirming, strength-based approach. Isabella has worked with children across different developmental stages in primary schools, private, community & hospital settings.
0402 994 477 View 0402 994 477
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Kawa - Kaveh Bevrani
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
Carlton, VIC 3053
Kawa / Kaveh is a compassionate clinician with over seven years’ experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life challenges. He offers a calm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel understood, supported, and safe to explore what is holding them back. He works with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including relationship struggles, low self-esteem, the effects of past trauma, and ongoing stress. He has particular expertise in working with complex and developmental trauma, including experiences of childhood abuse or neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence.
Kawa / Kaveh is a compassionate clinician with over seven years’ experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, and life challenges. He offers a calm, respectful, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel understood, supported, and safe to explore what is holding them back. He works with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including relationship struggles, low self-esteem, the effects of past trauma, and ongoing stress. He has particular expertise in working with complex and developmental trauma, including experiences of childhood abuse or neglect, sexual assault and domestic violence.
(03) 8771 5191 View (03) 8771 5191
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Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control. At Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, we understand how difficult life can be when you're struggling with mental health concerns. Our team of psychotherapists will assist you to feel back in control of your life. We will help you get to the root cause of your problems so that you can make lasting positive changes. What would your life feel like if you weren't always anxious, depressed or having flashbacks and nightmares? Psychotherapy is the first step to living that life. Medicare rebates are available.
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control. At Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, we understand how difficult life can be when you're struggling with mental health concerns. Our team of psychotherapists will assist you to feel back in control of your life. We will help you get to the root cause of your problems so that you can make lasting positive changes. What would your life feel like if you weren't always anxious, depressed or having flashbacks and nightmares? Psychotherapy is the first step to living that life. Medicare rebates are available.
(03) 9068 5775 View (03) 9068 5775
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Fangjie Yan
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Malvern, VIC 3144
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
Life can sometimes feel like a storm, where past wounds—whether from family struggles, trauma, or the weight of unspoken pain—cast shadows over our days. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt this. My name is Fangjie, and my journey as a healer began with a deep belief: every story deserves to be heard, and every heart can find its way to peace. I am based in Melbourne Victoria and offer telehealth sessions Australian wide.
0491 749 457 View 0491 749 457
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Clara Pizzorno
Psychotherapist, PACFA
5 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I have been working in the mental health field since 2013, supporting adults and youth going through a variety of emotional and relational challenges. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish and work with issues including, but not limited to: low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, somatic disturbances, trauma and PTSD, migration and reacculturation challenges, exit counselling (post-cult recovery), parenting struggles, addictions, suicidal ideation and self-harm, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Ikon Institute, Melbourne, and a Bachelor’s degree in
I have been working in the mental health field since 2013, supporting adults and youth going through a variety of emotional and relational challenges. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish and work with issues including, but not limited to: low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, somatic disturbances, trauma and PTSD, migration and reacculturation challenges, exit counselling (post-cult recovery), parenting struggles, addictions, suicidal ideation and self-harm, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Ikon Institute, Melbourne, and a Bachelor’s degree in
0414 264 630 View 0414 264 630
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Lindy Spanger
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Caulfield South, VIC 3162
I am a Soul Centred Psychotherapist and Supervisor with over 20 years experience. You may be experiencing big life transitions, relationship issues or old negative patterns and beliefs that are getting in the way leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Deciding to come to therapy can feel like such a relief getting To share your story and be heard without judgment in a supportive environment. Therapy can really help to bring about change and healing allowing you to make sense of those old negative patterns making it possible to respond to yourself and to life in a way the works better for the whole of who you are now.
I am a Soul Centred Psychotherapist and Supervisor with over 20 years experience. You may be experiencing big life transitions, relationship issues or old negative patterns and beliefs that are getting in the way leaving you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Deciding to come to therapy can feel like such a relief getting To share your story and be heard without judgment in a supportive environment. Therapy can really help to bring about change and healing allowing you to make sense of those old negative patterns making it possible to respond to yourself and to life in a way the works better for the whole of who you are now.
(03) 7003 2360 View (03) 7003 2360
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Reach Clinical Psychology - Genevieve Cushan-Kain
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
When things feel heavy, confusing, and harder to manage you might notice anxiety, low mood, or patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. I work with adults and older adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating and body image concerns, OCD, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and grief. Some people feel caught in unhelpful ways of coping, while others are managing the impact of significant life transitions. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, and make sense of your experiences, so we can work together to understand what’s happening and move forward to wellness.
When things feel heavy, confusing, and harder to manage you might notice anxiety, low mood, or patterns that keep repeating despite your best efforts. I work with adults and older adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, eating and body image concerns, OCD, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and grief. Some people feel caught in unhelpful ways of coping, while others are managing the impact of significant life transitions. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, and make sense of your experiences, so we can work together to understand what’s happening and move forward to wellness.
(03) 7500 5406 View (03) 7500 5406
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Therapy Atelier
Psychotherapist, MA
Serves Area
Couples often come to me when they feel stuck in painful cycles of conflict, emotional disconnection, betrayal, or uncertainty about the future of their relationship. Some are considering separation, while others deeply wish to repair and strengthen their bond but no longer know how to reach one another. I work with couples from diverse cultural backgrounds who are seeking greater understanding, trust, intimacy, and emotional security. Together, we create a space where difficult conversations can occur safely and productively, allowing meaningful change to become possible.
Couples often come to me when they feel stuck in painful cycles of conflict, emotional disconnection, betrayal, or uncertainty about the future of their relationship. Some are considering separation, while others deeply wish to repair and strengthen their bond but no longer know how to reach one another. I work with couples from diverse cultural backgrounds who are seeking greater understanding, trust, intimacy, and emotional security. Together, we create a space where difficult conversations can occur safely and productively, allowing meaningful change to become possible.
(03) 5907 5605 View (03) 5907 5605
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Emma Rice
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
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Annette Lowe
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Middle Park, VIC 3206
We all want to deal with the difficulties that limit our lives, to find strength and peace, and to create a meaningful life. We may have a specific problem, or simply a desire to work on ourselves. The deeper roots of long-standing problems lie in the unconscious, in unconscious patterns of behaviour. Therapy can pull up these deep roots into awareness, so that they can be understood, re-evaluated, and dissolved. New energy and liberating fresh perspectives replace old patterns in relationships, career, family and inner life.
We all want to deal with the difficulties that limit our lives, to find strength and peace, and to create a meaningful life. We may have a specific problem, or simply a desire to work on ourselves. The deeper roots of long-standing problems lie in the unconscious, in unconscious patterns of behaviour. Therapy can pull up these deep roots into awareness, so that they can be understood, re-evaluated, and dissolved. New energy and liberating fresh perspectives replace old patterns in relationships, career, family and inner life.
(03) 7003 2691 View (03) 7003 2691
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Tam Korodi
Counsellor, MSc
Online Only
I specialise in addictions, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, and couples therapy, working with high-functioning professionals managing demanding lives while struggling privately. In couples counselling, I focus on communication difficulties and high conflict. Having lived and worked in the UK, Hong Kong, and Switzerland, I bring an international perspective to my work. Alongside my private practice, I work at an inpatient rehabilitation clinic in Switzerland, supporting clients with complex addiction and mental health conditions.
I specialise in addictions, anxiety, OCD, insomnia, and couples therapy, working with high-functioning professionals managing demanding lives while struggling privately. In couples counselling, I focus on communication difficulties and high conflict. Having lived and worked in the UK, Hong Kong, and Switzerland, I bring an international perspective to my work. Alongside my private practice, I work at an inpatient rehabilitation clinic in Switzerland, supporting clients with complex addiction and mental health conditions.
(02) 9100 0706 View (02) 9100 0706
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Ally Moloney
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Ally is a warm, attuned clinical psychologist and board-approved supervisor with over a decade of experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, or early emotional wounds that continue to shape how they see themselves and connect with others. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and are seeking to better understand their emotions, heal from the past, and build stronger connections with themselves and those around them.
Ally is a warm, attuned clinical psychologist and board-approved supervisor with over a decade of experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, or early emotional wounds that continue to shape how they see themselves and connect with others. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, and are seeking to better understand their emotions, heal from the past, and build stronger connections with themselves and those around them.
(03) 9827 2673 View (03) 9827 2673
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Adam Hunt
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Ivanhoe East, VIC 3079
I am an Emotion Focused (EFT), Psychodynamic and Existentially trained Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples. These approaches recognise that we are shaped through our relationships, and that meaningful change often occurs within them. This includes how we relate to those close to us, as well as to culture, our past, and our inner experience.
I am an Emotion Focused (EFT), Psychodynamic and Existentially trained Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples. These approaches recognise that we are shaped through our relationships, and that meaningful change often occurs within them. This includes how we relate to those close to us, as well as to culture, our past, and our inner experience.
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Crawf Weir Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—but inside, it feels different. Part of you pushes to stay in control, fix things, and keep it all together… while another part feels overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted. You may notice the same patterns repeating—overthinking, emotional reactions, or relationship tension—and no matter how hard you try, they don’t shift. There may also be older experiences or unresolved pain shaping how you feel and respond. What you’re looking for is a sense of calm, clarity, and understanding—along with support to make sense of what’s happening inside and feel more grounded and at ease.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—but inside, it feels different. Part of you pushes to stay in control, fix things, and keep it all together… while another part feels overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted. You may notice the same patterns repeating—overthinking, emotional reactions, or relationship tension—and no matter how hard you try, they don’t shift. There may also be older experiences or unresolved pain shaping how you feel and respond. What you’re looking for is a sense of calm, clarity, and understanding—along with support to make sense of what’s happening inside and feel more grounded and at ease.
(02) 9100 0451 View (02) 9100 0451
Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.