Codependency Psychologists and Therapists in Mordialloc, VIC

Paula Rogers Counselling
Counsellor, MPsych, ACA-L2
Serves Area
All people of all ages can experience difficult times in their life. These may have been caused by an event that has caused distress, issues with family, friendships, relationships, the work place, health issues and countless other situations. Sometimes events have happened long ago and continue to trouble us and impact our life, or the situation may be more recent. It can be difficult to share what is happening. Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know. Counselling provides support toward finding resolutions and living life in the best way possible.
All people of all ages can experience difficult times in their life. These may have been caused by an event that has caused distress, issues with family, friendships, relationships, the work place, health issues and countless other situations. Sometimes events have happened long ago and continue to trouble us and impact our life, or the situation may be more recent. It can be difficult to share what is happening. Often we don't want to burden or worry those who care for us; or we may feel uncomfortable talking to people we know. Counselling provides support toward finding resolutions and living life in the best way possible.
(03) 6144 6018 View (03) 6144 6018
WildFlowers Holistic Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Whole‑Person Counselling for Real, Lasting Change. WildFlowers Holistic Counselling offers support that goes beyond symptom management, focusing on the balance of mind, body and spirit. As a trauma‑informed therapist, I work with adults and young people (16+) experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties and long‑standing patterns. I also offer a structured anger management program to help clients understand their reactions and develop calmer, more confident responses. My approach is warm, person‑centred and deeply attuned, combining CBT, ACT, polyvagal‑informed, somatic practices and psychoeducation.
Whole‑Person Counselling for Real, Lasting Change. WildFlowers Holistic Counselling offers support that goes beyond symptom management, focusing on the balance of mind, body and spirit. As a trauma‑informed therapist, I work with adults and young people (16+) experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties and long‑standing patterns. I also offer a structured anger management program to help clients understand their reactions and develop calmer, more confident responses. My approach is warm, person‑centred and deeply attuned, combining CBT, ACT, polyvagal‑informed, somatic practices and psychoeducation.
(03) 5910 1683 View (03) 5910 1683
Brett Fernandez
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Warm, responsive, and individualised psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups—wherever you are on your mental health journey. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed in your relationships, or simply needing space to reflect, I offer a safe place to explore what’s shaped you and how you’d like to grow. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with your values to help you live more clearly, confidently, and easily. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about discovering what’s possible when you’re heard, understood, and supported in your challenges!
Warm, responsive, and individualised psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families, and groups—wherever you are on your mental health journey. Whether you’re feeling stuck, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed in your relationships, or simply needing space to reflect, I offer a safe place to explore what’s shaped you and how you’d like to grow. Together, we’ll build insight, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with your values to help you live more clearly, confidently, and easily. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about discovering what’s possible when you’re heard, understood, and supported in your challenges!
(03) 8771 5671 View (03) 8771 5671
Chloe Shale
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Chloe has extensive experience providing individual therapy across private practice, NDIS, and community mental health settings. Chloe supports clients navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. She also provides guidance to parents of neurodivergent children, combining therapeutic support with positive behaviour strategies.
Chloe has extensive experience providing individual therapy across private practice, NDIS, and community mental health settings. Chloe supports clients navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and addiction. She also provides guidance to parents of neurodivergent children, combining therapeutic support with positive behaviour strategies.
0422 092 191 View 0422 092 191
Hypfocus Therapies - Georgina Mitchell
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Are you ready for Positive Change? Welcome to Hypfocus Hypnotherapy, my name is Georgina Mitchell and I'm the owner of the practice! If you're ready to transform your life and overcome the challenges that are keeping you stuck and holding you back, I'm here to facilitate that change. As a highly trained Clinical Hypnotherapist, Professional Counsellor, Psychotherapist and EFT practitioner, I specialise in empowering individuals to achieve their desired goals.
Are you ready for Positive Change? Welcome to Hypfocus Hypnotherapy, my name is Georgina Mitchell and I'm the owner of the practice! If you're ready to transform your life and overcome the challenges that are keeping you stuck and holding you back, I'm here to facilitate that change. As a highly trained Clinical Hypnotherapist, Professional Counsellor, Psychotherapist and EFT practitioner, I specialise in empowering individuals to achieve their desired goals.
(03) 7500 5667 View (03) 7500 5667

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Hania Gorski
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting). I help my clients improve communication and connections with others, identify obstacles, remove them, and support relational and personal growth.
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting). I help my clients improve communication and connections with others, identify obstacles, remove them, and support relational and personal growth.
(02) 5661 8004 View (02) 5661 8004
Melissa Essence
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Through the Boundaries & Belonging program, Melissa supports women in healing Codependency and Development Trauma by uncovering the root cause and teaching embodiment practices for healing nervous system wounds, allowing you to thrive in relationships and live the life you want.
I help you to understand your core trauma; get to the root of your issues and teach practical tools to support and regulate your nervouse system. You can heal the trauma in your body so you can feel secure in yourself and have the confidence to set boundaries and have healthy relatationships.
Through the Boundaries & Belonging program, Melissa supports women in healing Codependency and Development Trauma by uncovering the root cause and teaching embodiment practices for healing nervous system wounds, allowing you to thrive in relationships and live the life you want.
I help you to understand your core trauma; get to the root of your issues and teach practical tools to support and regulate your nervouse system. You can heal the trauma in your body so you can feel secure in yourself and have the confidence to set boundaries and have healthy relatationships.
(08) 7008 7935 View (08) 7008 7935
The Alchemical Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Caulfield, VIC 3162
For men who feel stuck, disconnected, or under pressure to “hold it together.” You may be struggling with confidence, emotional struggles: anger, anxiety, stress, intimacy, or relationship breakdowns. Some are navigating separation, fatherhood, or conflicts with a partner. Others want clarity, purpose, and stronger boundaries. You want practical tools, honest conversation, and real change, not just talking, but understanding why you think and feel this way and how to move forward with strength and self-respect.
For men who feel stuck, disconnected, or under pressure to “hold it together.” You may be struggling with confidence, emotional struggles: anger, anxiety, stress, intimacy, or relationship breakdowns. Some are navigating separation, fatherhood, or conflicts with a partner. Others want clarity, purpose, and stronger boundaries. You want practical tools, honest conversation, and real change, not just talking, but understanding why you think and feel this way and how to move forward with strength and self-respect.
0428 547 354 View 0428 547 354
Richard T
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Do you feel fundamentally broken? Do you find yourself falling back into people pleasing or controlling behaviours, even though you really want to change them? Do you keep finding yourself in relationships with the same sorts of people or in the same type of dynamic? Lasting change can be possible by being gently curious about what parts are bringing us back into our old patterns, and what beliefs or emotions those parts carry. With practice and insight, you can be aware which parts are driving your actions and compassionately make new choices.
Do you feel fundamentally broken? Do you find yourself falling back into people pleasing or controlling behaviours, even though you really want to change them? Do you keep finding yourself in relationships with the same sorts of people or in the same type of dynamic? Lasting change can be possible by being gently curious about what parts are bringing us back into our old patterns, and what beliefs or emotions those parts carry. With practice and insight, you can be aware which parts are driving your actions and compassionately make new choices.
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Barbara Zoroddu
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
South Melbourne, VIC 3205
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
(03) 7003 2118 View (03) 7003 2118
Jessica Willcocks
Counsellor, PACFA
Richmond, VIC 3121
Hi! I’m Jess Willcocks and I’m here to be able to assist you to live your best life. I say that partially joking, but I am here to work with individuals who want to have a deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviours. I want to help you to enrich your life and have the life you have always wanted. Together we will foster your self-awareness, explore your goals and dreams and unlock your full potential to create lasting and meaningful change.
Hi! I’m Jess Willcocks and I’m here to be able to assist you to live your best life. I say that partially joking, but I am here to work with individuals who want to have a deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviours. I want to help you to enrich your life and have the life you have always wanted. Together we will foster your self-awareness, explore your goals and dreams and unlock your full potential to create lasting and meaningful change.
0478 407 339 View 0478 407 339
Esen Uygun
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
I am passionate about supporting and helping individuals, families who feel trapped in their trauma symptoms. I am Somatic Experiencing, Accredited EMDR and Havening Practitioner. I support people with Complex PTSD issues. There is a common belief that the trauma is the result of individual's thinking pattern, which is misleading. Any traumatic experiences registered somatically, therefore the trauma work will be somatically oriented, which aims to clear the symptoms from the whole system.
I am passionate about supporting and helping individuals, families who feel trapped in their trauma symptoms. I am Somatic Experiencing, Accredited EMDR and Havening Practitioner. I support people with Complex PTSD issues. There is a common belief that the trauma is the result of individual's thinking pattern, which is misleading. Any traumatic experiences registered somatically, therefore the trauma work will be somatically oriented, which aims to clear the symptoms from the whole system.
(03) 9071 0595 View (03) 9071 0595
Laura Prior
Social Worker, AASW
Mulgrave, VIC 3170
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed; are being held back by anxiety or depression; are concerned about their drug and/or alcohol use; or are trying to support someone with substance use issues. I understand that these issues can be complex and multifaceted. I work with people to manage their issues while learning new coping skills, building their self-esteem and capacity using their strengths in order to achieve their goals.
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed; are being held back by anxiety or depression; are concerned about their drug and/or alcohol use; or are trying to support someone with substance use issues. I understand that these issues can be complex and multifaceted. I work with people to manage their issues while learning new coping skills, building their self-esteem and capacity using their strengths in order to achieve their goals.
(03) 8613 3470 View (03) 8613 3470
Geti-Ara Syed
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Online Only
You may find yourself caught in anxiety or patterns that keep repeating, no matter how much insight you already have. Perhaps this is tangled up with cross-cultural identity, or the pressure of holding it all together while feeling disconnected from yourself. You don’t just want relief — you want to understand where these patterns come from, with compassion and curiosity instead of judgement.
You may find yourself caught in anxiety or patterns that keep repeating, no matter how much insight you already have. Perhaps this is tangled up with cross-cultural identity, or the pressure of holding it all together while feeling disconnected from yourself. You don’t just want relief — you want to understand where these patterns come from, with compassion and curiosity instead of judgement.
(08) 7008 9078 View (08) 7008 9078
Kaye Suringa
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Kaye is a sex worker allied BPD and Bipolar psychologist. Her therapy is anti-oppressive, treating symptoms that are the result of societal pressure, traditional roles and external expectations. Kaye is sex worker friendly, neuro and gender affirming, with expertise at organising the experience people of colour have, living within modern Australian culture
Kaye is a sex worker allied BPD and Bipolar psychologist. Her therapy is anti-oppressive, treating symptoms that are the result of societal pressure, traditional roles and external expectations. Kaye is sex worker friendly, neuro and gender affirming, with expertise at organising the experience people of colour have, living within modern Australian culture
(03) 7076 3400 View (03) 7076 3400
Magdalen Ser
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
Wheelers Hill, VIC 3150
Waitlist for new clients
Have you spent years trying to understand yourself, only to find the same emotional patterns and relationship difficulties resurfacing? Insight can take you far, yet sometimes something deeper remains unmoved. Often, this is because trauma is not held only in thought. It is also held in the nervous system and in the protective responses the mind and body learned long before there were words for what was happening.
Have you spent years trying to understand yourself, only to find the same emotional patterns and relationship difficulties resurfacing? Insight can take you far, yet sometimes something deeper remains unmoved. Often, this is because trauma is not held only in thought. It is also held in the nervous system and in the protective responses the mind and body learned long before there were words for what was happening.
(03) 9994 1795 View (03) 9994 1795
Angus Ferguson
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
I’m a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Fitzroy, Melbourne. My work is trauma‑informed, anti‑oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I offer a relational approach, grounded in solid psychotherapeutic training, with particular experience in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer and gender‑diverse experiences, anger, relationship concerns, and addictions- including gambling, alcohol, and other drugs.
I’m a registered gestalt psychotherapist working in private practice in Fitzroy, Melbourne. My work is trauma‑informed, anti‑oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I offer a relational approach, grounded in solid psychotherapeutic training, with particular experience in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, queer and gender‑diverse experiences, anger, relationship concerns, and addictions- including gambling, alcohol, and other drugs.
(03) 9111 5357 View (03) 9111 5357
Christine Savides
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Melbourne, VIC 3004
Feeling you need support outside of your family and friends? Not sure about changing or enhancing some aspect of your life? I work with adults, couples and older teenagers looking for solutions. Knowing WHY a pattern keeps showing up or being aware of a past trauma or event can be helpful, AND sometimes "why" just isn't enough to create the change. Combining Gestalt psychotherapy with SE (Somatic Experiencing), we can begin to shift the patterns that are stored in our bodies and our mind memory. Contact me right now and let’s get working!
Feeling you need support outside of your family and friends? Not sure about changing or enhancing some aspect of your life? I work with adults, couples and older teenagers looking for solutions. Knowing WHY a pattern keeps showing up or being aware of a past trauma or event can be helpful, AND sometimes "why" just isn't enough to create the change. Combining Gestalt psychotherapy with SE (Somatic Experiencing), we can begin to shift the patterns that are stored in our bodies and our mind memory. Contact me right now and let’s get working!
0438 446 634 View 0438 446 634
Henry Fowkes
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Carlton North, VIC 3054
I am a PACFA registered Gestalt psychotherapist passionate about change, embodiment, and relationships. My approach is grounded in Gestalt's holistic, non-pathologising philosophy — one that believes in your inherent wholeness, resilience, and interconnectedness. I aim to create a welcoming environment where you can expand your awareness and develop the inner resources needed to meet life's challenges. Drawing on my decade as an Open Floor teacher — a therapeutic movement practice — I foster deeper mind-body awareness. This embodied approach helps address root issues, supporting your healing, growth, and greater agency in life.
I am a PACFA registered Gestalt psychotherapist passionate about change, embodiment, and relationships. My approach is grounded in Gestalt's holistic, non-pathologising philosophy — one that believes in your inherent wholeness, resilience, and interconnectedness. I aim to create a welcoming environment where you can expand your awareness and develop the inner resources needed to meet life's challenges. Drawing on my decade as an Open Floor teacher — a therapeutic movement practice — I foster deeper mind-body awareness. This embodied approach helps address root issues, supporting your healing, growth, and greater agency in life.
(03) 7003 2161 View (03) 7003 2161
Phoebe Beveridge
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Carlton North, VIC 3054
I work with adults experiencing relationship anxiety, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, conflict avoidance, reassurance-seeking, jealousy or comparison, and reactions that feel disproportionate to what triggered them. These patterns tend to repeat across relationships, and often sit alongside high personal standards or a habit of putting others' needs first. These patterns may have developed as responses to childhood relationships that were inconsistent, critical, or unpredictable. We work to both understand where these patterns came from and how they show up today to work towards lasting change.
I work with adults experiencing relationship anxiety, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, conflict avoidance, reassurance-seeking, jealousy or comparison, and reactions that feel disproportionate to what triggered them. These patterns tend to repeat across relationships, and often sit alongside high personal standards or a habit of putting others' needs first. These patterns may have developed as responses to childhood relationships that were inconsistent, critical, or unpredictable. We work to both understand where these patterns came from and how they show up today to work towards lasting change.
(08) 6845 7168 View (08) 6845 7168
Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.