Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Mount Martha, VIC

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Somatic Synergy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with clients facing depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and relational challenges.
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.
I work with clients facing depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and relational challenges.
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.
(03) 6118 7115 View (03) 6118 7115
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Mind & Heart Matters Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As a registered psychologist, I support individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional difficulties, as well as those navigating life transitions and complex relationships.
My work is grounded in evidence-based psychological practice and informed by a strong understanding of how past experiences, neurodevelopment, and environmental factors shape wellbeing. I take a collaborative and individualised approach, adapting therapy to each client’s needs, strengths, and goals while maintaining a warm, clear, and structured therapeutic
As a registered psychologist, I support individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional difficulties, as well as those navigating life transitions and complex relationships.
My work is grounded in evidence-based psychological practice and informed by a strong understanding of how past experiences, neurodevelopment, and environmental factors shape wellbeing. I take a collaborative and individualised approach, adapting therapy to each client’s needs, strengths, and goals while maintaining a warm, clear, and structured therapeutic
(03) 5909 9305 View (03) 5909 9305
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Brooke Harris
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Brooke is passionate about providing assessment and therapy that is evidence based, ethical, flexible, informative and personalised to the individual’s needs. She uses a trauma informed and culturally inclusive lens drawing on her training and expertise in Psychological Assessment, Trauma Focused Cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT) ,Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Narrative Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Creative Art therapy.
Brooke is passionate about providing assessment and therapy that is evidence based, ethical, flexible, informative and personalised to the individual’s needs. She uses a trauma informed and culturally inclusive lens drawing on her training and expertise in Psychological Assessment, Trauma Focused Cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT) ,Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) , Narrative Therapy, Sensory Motor Psychotherapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Creative Art therapy.
(03) 5905 7095 View (03) 5905 7095
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Sallyanne Marlow
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support children with a range of needs, and have special interests in autism, ADHD and anxiety.
Hi I’m Sallyanne! I’m a Child and Adolescent Psychologist, running my practice on the Mornington Peninsula. I work with children and teens, as well as directly with parents, to provide support and strategies for your family.
I support children with a range of needs, and have special interests in autism, ADHD and anxiety.
Hi I’m Sallyanne! I’m a Child and Adolescent Psychologist, running my practice on the Mornington Peninsula. I work with children and teens, as well as directly with parents, to provide support and strategies for your family.
(03) 5907 3607 View (03) 5907 3607
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Brenden Wardle
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma.
My approach is warm, genuine, and person-centred. I draw on evidence-based modalities, including attachment-focused and trauma-informed therapies, to help you navigate challenges and move toward lasting change. I believe each person has the capacity to flourish, and therapy can provide the guidance and support needed to unlock that potential.
While I value supporting parents in the perinatal period, my primary focus is helping people navigate anxiety and trauma.
My approach is warm, genuine, and person-centred. I draw on evidence-based modalities, including attachment-focused and trauma-informed therapies, to help you navigate challenges and move toward lasting change. I believe each person has the capacity to flourish, and therapy can provide the guidance and support needed to unlock that potential.
(03) 5907 5991 View (03) 5907 5991
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ArchStone Creative
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety.
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.
They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety.
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.
(03) 5907 1103 View (03) 5907 1103
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Online Peninsula Counselling
Counsellor
Online Only
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.
(03) 5910 7589 View (03) 5910 7589
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Madeline Black
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I welcome clients across the lifespan - pre-teens, adolescents, adults and parents. With experience across a range of settings including schools, aged care, in-home family therapy, neurodivergent settings and forensic mental health supporting young people involved with the justice system. The clients I enjoy working with may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected and is ready to make sense of things and co-create change for themselves. They may be navigating relationship tension, family stress, teenage mental health and behavioural difficulties, identity questions, or a major life transition.
I welcome clients across the lifespan - pre-teens, adolescents, adults and parents. With experience across a range of settings including schools, aged care, in-home family therapy, neurodivergent settings and forensic mental health supporting young people involved with the justice system. The clients I enjoy working with may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected and is ready to make sense of things and co-create change for themselves. They may be navigating relationship tension, family stress, teenage mental health and behavioural difficulties, identity questions, or a major life transition.
(03) 5906 9484 View (03) 5906 9484
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Looking Forward Counselling & Hypnotherapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Supporting a wide range of concerns including: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Self-esteem, Relational dynamics, Confidence, Grief, Conflict, Anger, Eating Disorder behaviour management
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.
Supporting a wide range of concerns including: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Self-esteem, Relational dynamics, Confidence, Grief, Conflict, Anger, Eating Disorder behaviour management
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.
(03) 5910 1684 View (03) 5910 1684
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Rewire Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
For families, I work with child mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, ARFID and provide neuro-affirming care and advocacy, support children through parental separation, and school challenges.
With experience at Alfred Health, Monash Health, and community services, I work across the lifespan with children, adults and families using evidence-based therapies like family therapy, CBT and neuro-affirming care. Additionally, I offer regular supervision for provisional psychologists, early career psychologists and allied health professionals.
For families, I work with child mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, ARFID and provide neuro-affirming care and advocacy, support children through parental separation, and school challenges.
With experience at Alfred Health, Monash Health, and community services, I work across the lifespan with children, adults and families using evidence-based therapies like family therapy, CBT and neuro-affirming care. Additionally, I offer regular supervision for provisional psychologists, early career psychologists and allied health professionals.
(03) 5905 7130 View (03) 5905 7130
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Kirsty Vondeling
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Serves Area
Anxiety, children, parenting.
Kirsty is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and holds Educational and Developmental Psychology endorsement. Kirsty aims to create a fun, relaxed and engaging environment to assist in the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. Kirsty is adaptable in her approach; she strongly believes that a 'one size does not fit all' approach is critical for each child and family.
Anxiety, children, parenting.
Kirsty is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and holds Educational and Developmental Psychology endorsement. Kirsty aims to create a fun, relaxed and engaging environment to assist in the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. Kirsty is adaptable in her approach; she strongly believes that a 'one size does not fit all' approach is critical for each child and family.
(03) 8797 2195 View (03) 8797 2195
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Jacqui Snooks
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Specialising in attachment issues, I help clients unpack how anxious and avoidant attachment may be impacting their current connections and internal dialogue.
While I specialise in attachment repair work, I also use a combination of therapies to help my clients, including emotion-focused work, somatic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance commitment therapy. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach which is trauma informed to create safety.
Specialising in attachment issues, I help clients unpack how anxious and avoidant attachment may be impacting their current connections and internal dialogue.
While I specialise in attachment repair work, I also use a combination of therapies to help my clients, including emotion-focused work, somatic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and acceptance commitment therapy. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach which is trauma informed to create safety.
(08) 9126 9430 View (08) 9126 9430
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Meg James
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Perhaps you're stuck in cycles of anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. Rather than viewing your struggles as signs that something is wrong with you, we'll approach them with curiosity, compassion, and an understanding of how they may have helped you adapt and survive.
Perhaps you're stuck in cycles of anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe, understood, and accepted. Rather than viewing your struggles as signs that something is wrong with you, we'll approach them with curiosity, compassion, and an understanding of how they may have helped you adapt and survive.
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Ebb to Flow Counselling service
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Mount Martha, VIC 3934
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.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches, you'll learn to listen to your body's responses to the world and cultivate a sense of safety from within. Together we'll create space for uncomfortable thoughts and emotions while helping you stay grounded.
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.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches, you'll learn to listen to your body's responses to the world and cultivate a sense of safety from within. Together we'll create space for uncomfortable thoughts and emotions while helping you stay grounded.
(03) 5907 3930 View (03) 5907 3930
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Connected Man Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Online Only
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
(03) 5905 7997 View (03) 5905 7997
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Lauren P Roberts
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals who feel something within them is asking to be heard—often showing up as anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts, or disconnection.
I offer a person-centred, evidence-informed approach that supports anxiety, emotional overwhelm, ADHD, Autism, trauma, and identity exploration. Together, we make sense of patterns, build emotional capacity, and create grounded, sustainable change.
I work with individuals who feel something within them is asking to be heard—often showing up as anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts, or disconnection.
I offer a person-centred, evidence-informed approach that supports anxiety, emotional overwhelm, ADHD, Autism, trauma, and identity exploration. Together, we make sense of patterns, build emotional capacity, and create grounded, sustainable change.
(03) 5907 5536 View (03) 5907 5536
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Melanie Hunter
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I see women with anxiety, burnout, depression, women who are in life transitions, eating disorders, neurodivergence and high performing women some of whom want to up level and others who are tired of perfectionism.
I offer face to face or Telehealth sessions to women under a mental health care plan, privately or as a self managed or plan managed NDIS participant. My face to face clinic is boutique, warm and inviting.
I see women with anxiety, burnout, depression, women who are in life transitions, eating disorders, neurodivergence and high performing women some of whom want to up level and others who are tired of perfectionism.
I offer face to face or Telehealth sessions to women under a mental health care plan, privately or as a self managed or plan managed NDIS participant. My face to face clinic is boutique, warm and inviting.
(03) 5926 1804 View (03) 5926 1804
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Angelo Campagna
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I am a registered psychotherapist. I have a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and I am clinical member with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I use a range of integrative approaches, tailoring the therapy to best suit your individual needs.
I am a registered psychotherapist. I have a Master’s Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and I am clinical member with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I use a range of integrative approaches, tailoring the therapy to best suit your individual needs.
(03) 5909 9805 View (03) 5909 9805
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Jubilee Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Jubilee Counselling in Chelsea Heights…I support women experiencing anxiety, emotional neglect, and trauma responses to feel safe, understood, and gently reconnect with who they are.
In our sessions, you’ll be met with warmth, understanding, and no judgment. Together, we gently explore what’s underneath these responses , helping you feel more in control, more confident, and better able to navigate your emotions and relationships.You don’t have to navigate this alone—support is here when you’re ready.
At Jubilee Counselling in Chelsea Heights…I support women experiencing anxiety, emotional neglect, and trauma responses to feel safe, understood, and gently reconnect with who they are.
In our sessions, you’ll be met with warmth, understanding, and no judgment. Together, we gently explore what’s underneath these responses , helping you feel more in control, more confident, and better able to navigate your emotions and relationships.You don’t have to navigate this alone—support is here when you’re ready.
(03) 8771 5909 View (03) 8771 5909
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Stephen Pate
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I offer a person-centred approach to therapy, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My focus is on strengths-based solutions, helping clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals. I offer both in-person and online sessions to provide flexibility for your needs.
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, you don’t have to go through it alone.
I offer a person-centred approach to therapy, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My focus is on strengths-based solutions, helping clients overcome challenges and achieve their goals. I offer both in-person and online sessions to provide flexibility for your needs.
(03) 5910 7309 View (03) 5910 7309
Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

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

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

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