Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Mount Martha, VIC
Do you often find yourself putting everyone else first, while struggling to know what you need? Perhaps you're stuck in cycles of anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm. You care deeply about the people around you and often find yourself anticipating their needs, managing their emotions, or working hard to keep the peace. Yet despite all that effort, you may feel unseen, unheard, or disconnected from yourself.
Do you often find yourself putting everyone else first, while struggling to know what you need? Perhaps you're stuck in cycles of anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm. You care deeply about the people around you and often find yourself anticipating their needs, managing their emotions, or working hard to keep the peace. Yet despite all that effort, you may feel unseen, unheard, or disconnected from yourself.
Life has a constant ebb and flow. There are times where everything seems to be smooth and worry free, then, for a variety of reasons we can feel knocked about with constant challenges. Like getting caught in the surf, it may feel like it is hard to catch a break and get onto steady ground. I offer trauma informed compassionate and safe support to help you to find your flow.
Specialising in supporting people through life's challenges - whether you're coping with trauma, grief and loss, illness, aging, workplace stress or shifting family dynamics. I will guide you in building emotional clarity, resilience and confidence.
Life has a constant ebb and flow. There are times where everything seems to be smooth and worry free, then, for a variety of reasons we can feel knocked about with constant challenges. Like getting caught in the surf, it may feel like it is hard to catch a break and get onto steady ground. I offer trauma informed compassionate and safe support to help you to find your flow.
Specialising in supporting people through life's challenges - whether you're coping with trauma, grief and loss, illness, aging, workplace stress or shifting family dynamics. I will guide you in building emotional clarity, resilience and confidence.
The focus is on helping men navigate stress, anger, disconnection and self doubt, by fostering honesty, vulnerability and emotional clarity. Whether related to relationships, work, fatherhood or identity, clients are given a supportive space to speak openly without judgement. Connected Man Counselling isn’t about fixing you; it’s about helping you reconnect - with yourself, your values, and those you care about, so you can move forward with clarity and purpose
The focus is on helping men navigate stress, anger, disconnection and self doubt, by fostering honesty, vulnerability and emotional clarity. Whether related to relationships, work, fatherhood or identity, clients are given a supportive space to speak openly without judgement. Connected Man Counselling isn’t about fixing you; it’s about helping you reconnect - with yourself, your values, and those you care about, so you can move forward with clarity and purpose
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable.
The expressive arts can help to tap into subconscious thoughts, reactions and feelings and is a really calming, fun and interesting way to access our selves. My clients often leave the studio feeling like they're shouldering a less-heavy burden and that they have more clarity around the issues they are facing.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable.
The expressive arts can help to tap into subconscious thoughts, reactions and feelings and is a really calming, fun and interesting way to access our selves. My clients often leave the studio feeling like they're shouldering a less-heavy burden and that they have more clarity around the issues they are facing.
Anyone who is ready to take the first step to feel better, live better, have better relationships and feel joy again, get in contact. My varied education and life experience allows me a depth of understanding of the complexities my clients face and tangible ways to move forward towards a positive life. Things can get better. Life can be joyful. No matter what you are facing or how you are feeling, we can take steps towards a much brighter future. Reconnect with yourself and learn to live your truest, most beautiful life.
Anyone who is ready to take the first step to feel better, live better, have better relationships and feel joy again, get in contact. My varied education and life experience allows me a depth of understanding of the complexities my clients face and tangible ways to move forward towards a positive life. Things can get better. Life can be joyful. No matter what you are facing or how you are feeling, we can take steps towards a much brighter future. Reconnect with yourself and learn to live your truest, most beautiful life.
A qualified, registered Clinical Counsellor, based in the Mornington Peninsula, supporting couples, and adults.
My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential therapeutic environment for my clients. With over 15yrs of experience, you can explore any issues, receive support, navigate feelings and develop a toolbox of coping strategies to help move forward.
Acknowledge the Past, Embrace Today, Look Forward to the Future.
A qualified, registered Clinical Counsellor, based in the Mornington Peninsula, supporting couples, and adults.
My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential therapeutic environment for my clients. With over 15yrs of experience, you can explore any issues, receive support, navigate feelings and develop a toolbox of coping strategies to help move forward.
Acknowledge the Past, Embrace Today, Look Forward to the Future.
Life throws curveballs—parenting, work stress, relationships—you name it. It’s easy to start wondering, am I even getting this right? You’re definitely not alone. As a dad of two, I get how messy and full-on life can feel. That’s why I offer therapy that’s real, down-to-earth, and works around your schedule with after-hours appointments available.
Please note that counselling is a self-funded service, as counsellors are not included under the Medicare Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) and do not offer Medicare rebates in Australia.
Life throws curveballs—parenting, work stress, relationships—you name it. It’s easy to start wondering, am I even getting this right? You’re definitely not alone. As a dad of two, I get how messy and full-on life can feel. That’s why I offer therapy that’s real, down-to-earth, and works around your schedule with after-hours appointments available.
Please note that counselling is a self-funded service, as counsellors are not included under the Medicare Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) and do not offer Medicare rebates in Australia.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
Supporting clients to intergrate their lived experiences and find compassion and understanding towards their own lives
Supporting clients to intergrate their lived experiences and find compassion and understanding towards their own lives
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone. I help people facing life transitions, chronic pain, low self-esteem, and emotional stress to regain balance, clarity, and confidence. Together, we’ll work to understand and manage emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can feel more connected, resilient, and in control of your life.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone. I help people facing life transitions, chronic pain, low self-esteem, and emotional stress to regain balance, clarity, and confidence. Together, we’ll work to understand and manage emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change so you can feel more connected, resilient, and in control of your life.
I am a registered clinical psychologist working with children (up to 12) and individuals aged 17 and over. While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma. I offer a warm, collaborative approach, supporting clients to build resilience, strengthen confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a registered clinical psychologist working with children (up to 12) and individuals aged 17 and over. While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma. I offer a warm, collaborative approach, supporting clients to build resilience, strengthen confidence, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I am a humanistic and relational counsellor. My focus is to meet the needs of each unique client. I form strong collaborative bonds with clients and understand the influence their past experiences and relationships have on their current lives. I'm successful in resolving issues through positive reinforcement and constructive counselling. Some of the issues I work with: relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relocation, impact of abuse and trauma, grief and bereavement.
I am a humanistic and relational counsellor. My focus is to meet the needs of each unique client. I form strong collaborative bonds with clients and understand the influence their past experiences and relationships have on their current lives. I'm successful in resolving issues through positive reinforcement and constructive counselling. Some of the issues I work with: relationship issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relocation, impact of abuse and trauma, grief and bereavement.
I support individuals experiencing a large variety of concerns through Counselling. However general and however complex, I am here working as a counsellor to be of professional service to you and your needs.
I offer therapeutic approaches such as Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural, Holistic/Integrative Therapy and my own new developing approach of Anonymous Counselling.
I support individuals experiencing a large variety of concerns through Counselling. However general and however complex, I am here working as a counsellor to be of professional service to you and your needs.
I offer therapeutic approaches such as Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural, Holistic/Integrative Therapy and my own new developing approach of Anonymous Counselling.
I support people across the lifespan who are trying to make sense of themselves, their relationships, and the impact of their past. You may be navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, family estrangement, relationship or friendship breakdowns, bullying, or major life transitions like divorce. I also work with those recovering from religious trauma or high-control environments, queer clients exploring identity and belonging, and educators under sustained stress.
I support people across the lifespan who are trying to make sense of themselves, their relationships, and the impact of their past. You may be navigating complex trauma, attachment wounds, family estrangement, relationship or friendship breakdowns, bullying, or major life transitions like divorce. I also work with those recovering from religious trauma or high-control environments, queer clients exploring identity and belonging, and educators under sustained stress.
As a dedicated therapist, I empower individuals to navigate the complexities of intimacy and self-worth. Specialising in attachment issues, I help clients unpack how anxious and avoidant attachment may be impacting their current connections and internal dialogue.
My approach blends empathy with insights to dismantle the roots of low self-esteem. By understanding your unique attachment style, we work together to transform insecurity into resilience and conflict into closeness. Whether you’re feeling "too much" in relationships or struggling to find your voice, I provide a safe space to cultivate lasting security and self-worth.
As a dedicated therapist, I empower individuals to navigate the complexities of intimacy and self-worth. Specialising in attachment issues, I help clients unpack how anxious and avoidant attachment may be impacting their current connections and internal dialogue.
My approach blends empathy with insights to dismantle the roots of low self-esteem. By understanding your unique attachment style, we work together to transform insecurity into resilience and conflict into closeness. Whether you’re feeling "too much" in relationships or struggling to find your voice, I provide a safe space to cultivate lasting security and self-worth.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
I also offer therapy to those who discovered their biological parents only in adulthood.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
I also offer therapy to those who discovered their biological parents only in adulthood.
I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.
I work with adults, adolescents, and families who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or periods of deep uncertainty.
I can help by offering a steady, compassionate space where you don’t have to hold everything together or have the right words. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed, tense, or unsure why they’re struggling, even though they’ve been coping for a long time. In our work together, we slow things down and gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface
I work with adults, adolescents, and families who are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or periods of deep uncertainty.
I can help by offering a steady, compassionate space where you don’t have to hold everything together or have the right words. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed, tense, or unsure why they’re struggling, even though they’ve been coping for a long time. In our work together, we slow things down and gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface
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.
I love helping people to find their inner peace, to understand themselves enabling them to live a happy life and have happy relationships. I especially love helping men to become emotionally intelligent, to become better communicators, fathers and partners. I am experienced in couples counselling assisting my clients to see their situation through more enlightening and empowering perspectives; training couples and singles how to express vulnerability – i.e. feelings, needs and wants – in a constructive and authentic way; offering practical and down to earth advice.
I love helping people to find their inner peace, to understand themselves enabling them to live a happy life and have happy relationships. I especially love helping men to become emotionally intelligent, to become better communicators, fathers and partners. I am experienced in couples counselling assisting my clients to see their situation through more enlightening and empowering perspectives; training couples and singles how to express vulnerability – i.e. feelings, needs and wants – in a constructive and authentic way; offering practical and down to earth advice.
Nearby Adults Therapists Searches for Mount Martha
- Balnarring
- Baxter
- Dromana
- Frankston
- Frankston South
- Hastings
- Mornington
- Mount Eliza
- Red Hill
- Rosebud
- Safety Beach
- Somerville
FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Australia hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Psychologists must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist, General Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.