Substance Use Psychologists and Therapists in Mount Martha, VIC
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.
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.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
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 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.
The essence of my therapy is in building solid, safe relationships collaboratively with my clients, catering to the unique needs of each person in a non-judgmental way. Rather than tell someone what they need, I prefer a merging of minds to make meaningful and sustainable differences. Together we explore resources to overcome adversity and suffering whilst learning to accept and adapt to the complicated facets of life where required. My therapeutic approach is also rooted in a deep exploration of early life experiences, with a focus on understanding and facilitating the healing of trauma or patterned behaviour.
The essence of my therapy is in building solid, safe relationships collaboratively with my clients, catering to the unique needs of each person in a non-judgmental way. Rather than tell someone what they need, I prefer a merging of minds to make meaningful and sustainable differences. Together we explore resources to overcome adversity and suffering whilst learning to accept and adapt to the complicated facets of life where required. My therapeutic approach is also rooted in a deep exploration of early life experiences, with a focus on understanding and facilitating the healing of trauma or patterned behaviour.
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I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health care plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values.
Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health care plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
If you're looking for an emotionally safe and judgement-free space to work through your struggles, whether that be anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, stress, or substance use, then let's work together to achieve your goals.
I'd be honoured to hear your story and to collaborate with you as you embark on your therapy journey. I'll support you every step of the way as you work towards developing self-awareness and achieving your short/long-term goals. I have experience working in a private practice, school, and forensic setting, with a wide range of ages.
Specialising in couples counselling, substance use, grief, and trauma I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you’ve found yourself here, chances are something important isn’t feeling right—maybe in your relationship, your sense of self, or both. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for decades, it’s common to feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. And it’s not always easy to open up to friends, family, or even your partner. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together to create meaningful, lasting change—emotionally, mentally, and in the way you connect with others. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about supporting you.
Specialising in couples counselling, substance use, grief, and trauma I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you’ve found yourself here, chances are something important isn’t feeling right—maybe in your relationship, your sense of self, or both. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for decades, it’s common to feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. And it’s not always easy to open up to friends, family, or even your partner. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together to create meaningful, lasting change—emotionally, mentally, and in the way you connect with others. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about supporting you.
I provide EMDR, Gestalt, and CBT therapy for people with a wide range of issues from PTSD, Anxiety, Substance Use, Dissociation, and more
The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
I provide EMDR, Gestalt, and CBT therapy for people with a wide range of issues from PTSD, Anxiety, Substance Use, Dissociation, and more
The ideal person coming into see me are committing to change for themselves. I see their ideal goals are finding peace with their trauma, anxiety, depression, and etc. I see that they are looking for a calm place even if they have not experienced this in their life before.
I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
I provide counselling support for most concerns, from needing a mindset refresh to major distress. However, have a special interest in substance use, behaviour change, anxiety and stress, improving mood and emotion management. I encourage those who may find it hard to talk - telehealth can sometimes work well if you're unsure about counselling.
I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
I provide counselling support for most concerns, from needing a mindset refresh to major distress. However, have a special interest in substance use, behaviour change, anxiety and stress, improving mood and emotion management. I encourage those who may find it hard to talk - telehealth can sometimes work well if you're unsure about counselling.
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 am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with people with complex issues including mental health, substance abuse and trauma to name a few. I have a gentle, compassionate non-judgmental approach. I have a passion for helping people feel valued, and loved and to live the life they were created to live.
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 am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with people with complex issues including mental health, substance abuse and trauma to name a few. I have a gentle, compassionate non-judgmental approach. I have a passion for helping people feel valued, and loved and to live the life they were created to live.
She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues.
Angela is an experienced psychologist who offers a unique perspective coming from a health psychology background. Angela's expertise is particularly notable in her work with clients living with complex medical conditions and chronic pain, providing transformative care for those dealing with complex emotional and psychological challenges.
She supports clients who experience a range of issues including depression, anxiety, chronic pain, chronic health conditions such as fibromyalgia, and substance use issues.
Angela is an experienced psychologist who offers a unique perspective coming from a health psychology background. Angela's expertise is particularly notable in her work with clients living with complex medical conditions and chronic pain, providing transformative care for those dealing with complex emotional and psychological challenges.
Hello and welcome! I’m Clare, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Therapist offering telehealth therapy to adults and young adults across Australia.
My practice focuses on three key areas: addiction and trauma, neurodiversity, and parenting. I work with people navigating the complex intersections of these experiences whether you’re managing a dual diagnosis, supporting a neurodivergent child, or healing from past trauma while trying to stay present in your daily life.
While these are my areas of specialty, I also support people with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief and life transitions.
Hello and welcome! I’m Clare, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Therapist offering telehealth therapy to adults and young adults across Australia.
My practice focuses on three key areas: addiction and trauma, neurodiversity, and parenting. I work with people navigating the complex intersections of these experiences whether you’re managing a dual diagnosis, supporting a neurodivergent child, or healing from past trauma while trying to stay present in your daily life.
While these are my areas of specialty, I also support people with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, grief and life transitions.
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, Counsellor, Christian Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over twelve years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and ten years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, Counsellor, Christian Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over twelve years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and ten years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
I am a warm and non-judgmental therapist, who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of evidence-based techniques to facilitate goal achievements. I work reflectively and obtain feedback from my clients to ensure treatment plans make genuine sense through their time in therapy. I provide a welcoming space for my younger clients where they feel free to express their emotions and thoughts in a safe and fun manner (play therapy, artistic activities or verbal communication). Having lived in several countries, I have a broad understanding of cultural differences and human diversity.
I am a warm and non-judgmental therapist, who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients. I use a humanistic approach and a variety of evidence-based techniques to facilitate goal achievements. I work reflectively and obtain feedback from my clients to ensure treatment plans make genuine sense through their time in therapy. I provide a welcoming space for my younger clients where they feel free to express their emotions and thoughts in a safe and fun manner (play therapy, artistic activities or verbal communication). Having lived in several countries, I have a broad understanding of cultural differences and human diversity.
Whether it's the weight of anxiety, OCD, the challenges of ADHD and being neurodivergent in a world that doesn't always understand you, or your relationship with substances - life can feel overwhelming. You may be constantly battling self-doubt, struggling to focus, or turning to unhelpful coping strategies just to get by.
Therapy is a space where you don’t need to have it all figured out. I work with many clients who want to change but feel stuck. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, unpack the causes, and build practical tools to help you navigate life with greater clarity and self-compassion.
Whether it's the weight of anxiety, OCD, the challenges of ADHD and being neurodivergent in a world that doesn't always understand you, or your relationship with substances - life can feel overwhelming. You may be constantly battling self-doubt, struggling to focus, or turning to unhelpful coping strategies just to get by.
Therapy is a space where you don’t need to have it all figured out. I work with many clients who want to change but feel stuck. Together, we’ll explore your challenges, unpack the causes, and build practical tools to help you navigate life with greater clarity and self-compassion.
I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame.
I’m a white, neurodivergent, non-binary queer and trans mental health social worker and clinical family therapist with over a decade of experience in community organisations. I am an integrative therapist who takes a collaborative and transparent approach, drawing on systemic theory, attachment theory, IFS, interpersonal therapy and others (see below).
I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame.
I’m a white, neurodivergent, non-binary queer and trans mental health social worker and clinical family therapist with over a decade of experience in community organisations. I am an integrative therapist who takes a collaborative and transparent approach, drawing on systemic theory, attachment theory, IFS, interpersonal therapy and others (see below).
Previously the Head of Clinical Practice at The Cairnmillar Institute, I am a clinical psychologist working with adults, adolescents and couples, with expertise in depression & anxiety, trauma & abuse, substance use, relationships, complex presentations, gender & sexuality issues, and ADHD and ASD assessments with people aged 13 and older.
My therapeutic approach is to understand you and what has led you to come and talk with me, and to develop a therapeutic relationship together with your therapy unfolding over time. I provide a confidential and non-judgmental space in which to discuss your concerns and how to best work together, and work with people over short and longer timeframes.
Previously the Head of Clinical Practice at The Cairnmillar Institute, I am a clinical psychologist working with adults, adolescents and couples, with expertise in depression & anxiety, trauma & abuse, substance use, relationships, complex presentations, gender & sexuality issues, and ADHD and ASD assessments with people aged 13 and older.
My therapeutic approach is to understand you and what has led you to come and talk with me, and to develop a therapeutic relationship together with your therapy unfolding over time. I provide a confidential and non-judgmental space in which to discuss your concerns and how to best work together, and work with people over short and longer timeframes.
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.