Psychodynamic Psychologists and Therapists in Narre Warren North, VIC

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Dr Nicholas Lawless - DRT Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
We all want to thrive, right? If that's true, is there anything more important than your mental health and relationships? Dr Nicholas Lawless is the clinical psychologist and couple therapist at DRT Psychology. Whether you are an individual or a couple, Dr Nick will help you to discover what's behind your difficulties, and provide you with evidence-based treatment to help you recover, so that one day soon you can thrive. Please visit our website for more info and to book your first appointment.
We all want to thrive, right? If that's true, is there anything more important than your mental health and relationships? Dr Nicholas Lawless is the clinical psychologist and couple therapist at DRT Psychology. Whether you are an individual or a couple, Dr Nick will help you to discover what's behind your difficulties, and provide you with evidence-based treatment to help you recover, so that one day soon you can thrive. Please visit our website for more info and to book your first appointment.
(03) 8771 5724 View (03) 8771 5724
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Veritas Art Therapy & Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
My gift and desire to help others use creative expression is what has me leaping out of bed each day. I want to help others use creative expression to explore what's going on for them, helping them delve into their inner worlds. I grew up in an intensely creative and neurodiverse family, highly attuned to the beauty of nature, music, art and words. I've always loved the opportunities these forms of expression provide to express myself, and to feel deeply—beyond words.
(03) 5910 5006 View (03) 5910 5006
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Fresh Horizons Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Angela Oldfield and I am an accredited Mental Health social worker (AMHSW) with the Australian Association of Social Workers, Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, EMDR therapist (Eye motion Desensitization Reprocessing) registered with EMDR Association Australia (EMDRAA) and I am a Clinical Supervisor. I take a solution focused, person-centered approach to working with my clients. I treat each client as an individual and use different techniques and therapies tailored to their personal situations and needs, while working at their own pace. I am an experienced trauma therapist.
Hello, my name is Angela Oldfield and I am an accredited Mental Health social worker (AMHSW) with the Australian Association of Social Workers, Level 4 counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, EMDR therapist (Eye motion Desensitization Reprocessing) registered with EMDR Association Australia (EMDRAA) and I am a Clinical Supervisor. I take a solution focused, person-centered approach to working with my clients. I treat each client as an individual and use different techniques and therapies tailored to their personal situations and needs, while working at their own pace. I am an experienced trauma therapist.
(03) 8203 5752 View (03) 8203 5752
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Mindspace Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
At Mindspace Psychology we provide a range of therapies and assessments depending on your individual needs for children, adolescents, couples and adults. These sessions are usually 50mins in length. At your first appointment, a thorough assessment is conducted with your treating Psychologist, to allow the development of the best treatment plan. Treatment options will be discussed during the initial appointment and these will form the basis for future sessions. Our Psychologists are able to provide therapy to clients experiencing a number of difficulties using a warm and empathetic approach to help them reach their full potential.
At Mindspace Psychology we provide a range of therapies and assessments depending on your individual needs for children, adolescents, couples and adults. These sessions are usually 50mins in length. At your first appointment, a thorough assessment is conducted with your treating Psychologist, to allow the development of the best treatment plan. Treatment options will be discussed during the initial appointment and these will form the basis for future sessions. Our Psychologists are able to provide therapy to clients experiencing a number of difficulties using a warm and empathetic approach to help them reach their full potential.
(03) 9788 6802 View (03) 9788 6802

More Therapists Nearby

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Kelly Luisa Bagshaw
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Relationship Therapy, Separation Support, Anxiety, Trauma, Attachment & Nervous System counselling for individuals and couples. Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, separation or divorce, chronic stress, low self-worth or repeating the same cycles, we'll work together to understand the root cause, build emotional resilience and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Relationship Therapy, Separation Support, Anxiety, Trauma, Attachment & Nervous System counselling for individuals and couples. Combining psychotherapy with somatic, nervous system and evidence-informed holistic approaches, I help clients move beyond insight to create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, separation or divorce, chronic stress, low self-worth or repeating the same cycles, we'll work together to understand the root cause, build emotional resilience and create healthier relationships with yourself and others.
(07) 3608 1765 View (07) 3608 1765
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Riana Losung
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Toorak, VIC 3142
I am passionate about helping clients deepen their understanding of themselves and how past experiences influence how they feel and cope with challenges. I have a warm, genuine approach which allows therapy to be a space where you can feel comfortable and supported while sharing difficult issues. My goal is to help you to gain new perspectives and build skills that aim to support your wellbeing and therapy needs. I work with adults dealing with many different issues and challenges. I also work with those in the field of emergency services, medical frontline, and the Defence Force.
I am passionate about helping clients deepen their understanding of themselves and how past experiences influence how they feel and cope with challenges. I have a warm, genuine approach which allows therapy to be a space where you can feel comfortable and supported while sharing difficult issues. My goal is to help you to gain new perspectives and build skills that aim to support your wellbeing and therapy needs. I work with adults dealing with many different issues and challenges. I also work with those in the field of emergency services, medical frontline, and the Defence Force.
(03) 7003 2443 View (03) 7003 2443
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Dr Cassie Roberts - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Hello, my name is Cassie and I'm a clinical psychologist working with adolescents and adults. The main areas I work with are; Anxiety, Low Mood, Perfectionism, OCD, Low Self-Esteem and Trauma. Perhaps you are looking to better understand yourself and your relationships, to connect with your thoughts and feelings, to reduce stress and worry, improve your self-esteem, overcome trauma or work on something from the past that is holding you back? Therapy can provide an opportunity for change. I use a variety of evidence-based approaches, including: CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused, Narrative, Exposure Therapy and Trauma-informed approaches.
Hello, my name is Cassie and I'm a clinical psychologist working with adolescents and adults. The main areas I work with are; Anxiety, Low Mood, Perfectionism, OCD, Low Self-Esteem and Trauma. Perhaps you are looking to better understand yourself and your relationships, to connect with your thoughts and feelings, to reduce stress and worry, improve your self-esteem, overcome trauma or work on something from the past that is holding you back? Therapy can provide an opportunity for change. I use a variety of evidence-based approaches, including: CBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused, Narrative, Exposure Therapy and Trauma-informed approaches.
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Growth Space Co
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling. Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists. Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you. Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling. Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists. Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you. Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
0422 643 634 View 0422 643 634
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Jacynta Hodges
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Specialising in high risk adolescents and adults, I offer contemporary psychoanalysis and EMDR resulting in powerful therapeutic benefits. Integrating several types of therapy (CBT, solution focused, problem solving), psychoanalysis informs my work in terms of the way I conceptualise the client's current problems and EMDR (as needed) results in a faster way of processing trauma. Combining these two therapies provides effective in-depth therapy with relatively brief therapy. If you have been suffering with unresolved psychological trauma, I can help you to overcome the problems that are keeping you from maximising your potential.
Specialising in high risk adolescents and adults, I offer contemporary psychoanalysis and EMDR resulting in powerful therapeutic benefits. Integrating several types of therapy (CBT, solution focused, problem solving), psychoanalysis informs my work in terms of the way I conceptualise the client's current problems and EMDR (as needed) results in a faster way of processing trauma. Combining these two therapies provides effective in-depth therapy with relatively brief therapy. If you have been suffering with unresolved psychological trauma, I can help you to overcome the problems that are keeping you from maximising your potential.
(03) 8771 4020 View (03) 8771 4020
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Jackie Zombolas
Social Worker, AMHSW
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Hi, I'm Jackie, a Mental Health Social Worker and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist in Brunswick (South East).
With over 20 years’ experience, I'm known for having experience in: · anxiety, depression and related conditions · work/study stress · trauma and pain · relationship difficulties · fertility, perinatal care and parenting · sex, sexuality and identity · substance use · grief and loss · chronic and terminal illness
Hi, I'm Jackie, a Mental Health Social Worker and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist in Brunswick (South East).
With over 20 years’ experience, I'm known for having experience in: · anxiety, depression and related conditions · work/study stress · trauma and pain · relationship difficulties · fertility, perinatal care and parenting · sex, sexuality and identity · substance use · grief and loss · chronic and terminal illness
0494 166 308 View 0494 166 308
Photo of Zane DAHER, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Zane DAHER
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with appear capable and functional to others, yet may privately feel stuck, lost, or unsure of who they are becoming. You may find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships, being the rescuer, carrying the responsibility for everyone else, or feeling frustrated that your own needs remain unclear and unmet. You may struggle with ADHD symptoms, confusing feelings, self-doubt, or a quiet sense that life is not unfolding in the way you hoped. I work primarily with people feeling strain in relationships, identity conflict, cultural or faith expectations, and questions about meaning and direction.
Many of the people I work with appear capable and functional to others, yet may privately feel stuck, lost, or unsure of who they are becoming. You may find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships, being the rescuer, carrying the responsibility for everyone else, or feeling frustrated that your own needs remain unclear and unmet. You may struggle with ADHD symptoms, confusing feelings, self-doubt, or a quiet sense that life is not unfolding in the way you hoped. I work primarily with people feeling strain in relationships, identity conflict, cultural or faith expectations, and questions about meaning and direction.
(02) 8105 6744 View (02) 8105 6744
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Smirna Romero
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
My work is grounded in psychodynamic and humanistic principles, focused on self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth.
In our sessions, I integrate Focused Psychodynamic Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, and Solution-Focused approaches, tailoring each session to your unique needs. I work collaboratively, offering insight and guidance while creating a therapeutic space where reflection, curiosity, and healing can unfold naturally.
My work is grounded in psychodynamic and humanistic principles, focused on self-awareness, emotional healing, and personal growth.
In our sessions, I integrate Focused Psychodynamic Therapy, Client-Centred Therapy, and Solution-Focused approaches, tailoring each session to your unique needs. I work collaboratively, offering insight and guidance while creating a therapeutic space where reflection, curiosity, and healing can unfold naturally.
(03) 7003 2660 View (03) 7003 2660
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Katherine Sharbanee Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I offer attachment- and psychodynamic-informed counselling with an experiential focus, supporting clients to explore how early relationships and unconscious patterns shape present emotions and relationships.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
I offer attachment- and psychodynamic-informed counselling with an experiential focus, supporting clients to explore how early relationships and unconscious patterns shape present emotions and relationships.
Clients seek me out when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling, often functioning well on the outside while feeling disconnected, anxious, or uncertain inside. They may be experiencing difficulties in their relationships, navigating parenthood or the perinatal period, recovering from complex or relational trauma, or noticing repeated patterns in how they relate to others that leave them feeling hurt, unseen, or alone. I offer a space where individuals and couples can be deeply heard, and explore their inner world to make sense of their experiences and work on a pathway to the highest quality of life.
0438 306 786 View 0438 306 786
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Geetha Chetty
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
Hi, I'm Geetha! I come from a South African- Indian background and have a deep passion to serve others by empowering them to live their best lives. My expertise is working with youth, adults, and families from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. I've worked in correctional services, and various community sectors namely, disadvantaged and marginalised youth, AOD, homelessness, unemployment, sexual assault and family violence. I work with a wide range of psychological challenges including, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sleep issues, anger and addictions.
(03) 7302 2085 View (03) 7302 2085
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Kaz Mitchell
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
From time-to-time we all have issues going on in our lives that feel overwhelming, confusing and too hard to deal with on our own. At the same time, for various reasons, it often feels as if there is no one there we feel safe enough with whom we can share our burdens. Whether it's a messy divorce, the death of a loved one, a traumatic experience, an existential crisis about the meaning of life, or a difficult decision that has to be made - it can be hard to figure out what to do or who to turn to for guidance.
From time-to-time we all have issues going on in our lives that feel overwhelming, confusing and too hard to deal with on our own. At the same time, for various reasons, it often feels as if there is no one there we feel safe enough with whom we can share our burdens. Whether it's a messy divorce, the death of a loved one, a traumatic experience, an existential crisis about the meaning of life, or a difficult decision that has to be made - it can be hard to figure out what to do or who to turn to for guidance.
(03) 6146 1629 View (03) 6146 1629
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Wendy Oh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Ringwood East, VIC 3135
She blends evidence-based techniques with empathetic understanding utilising strategies such as Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Polyvagal theory.
Wendy works with clients ages 12 onwards, individuals, couples and families. With a broad knowledge of presentations, Wendy sees clients experiencing a range of mental health challenges including PTSD, Relationship breakdown, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Autism, ADHD, Domestic Violence and Parenting and more.
She blends evidence-based techniques with empathetic understanding utilising strategies such as Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-focused therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Polyvagal theory.
Wendy works with clients ages 12 onwards, individuals, couples and families. With a broad knowledge of presentations, Wendy sees clients experiencing a range of mental health challenges including PTSD, Relationship breakdown, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Autism, ADHD, Domestic Violence and Parenting and more.
(03) 8203 5522 View (03) 8203 5522
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Yukti Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe. I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe. I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
(03) 7003 2138 View (03) 7003 2138
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Potential Pathways Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Hi, I'm Katia Cannalonga - a registered Psychologist. I work closely with clients to clarify their goals and empower them with the tools and insights needed to manage symptoms, build resilience, and create lasting change in their mental health and wellbeing. This is achieved through evidence based therapies including, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioural therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing and emotion-focused therapy.
Hi, I'm Katia Cannalonga - a registered Psychologist. I work closely with clients to clarify their goals and empower them with the tools and insights needed to manage symptoms, build resilience, and create lasting change in their mental health and wellbeing. This is achieved through evidence based therapies including, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectic behavioural therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing and emotion-focused therapy.
(03) 7302 8634 View (03) 7302 8634
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Dr Joy Humphreys
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L1
Williamstown, VIC 3016
I often use systems psychodynamic thinking and Motivational Interviewing in my practice.
Located in Williamstown at the TreeHaus Clinic On Tuesday afternoons, and online across other days and times, I work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, find themselves at a cross-road, facing changes such as grief and loss, challenges at work, preparing for retirement or other transitions; together we discover ways to help each person manage life's challenges and demands. I coach senior leaders in organisations who are having difficulties at work. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, and helping them navigate the challenges of working, partnering, mothering and self discovery.
I often use systems psychodynamic thinking and Motivational Interviewing in my practice.
Located in Williamstown at the TreeHaus Clinic On Tuesday afternoons, and online across other days and times, I work with adults who are feeling overwhelmed, find themselves at a cross-road, facing changes such as grief and loss, challenges at work, preparing for retirement or other transitions; together we discover ways to help each person manage life's challenges and demands. I coach senior leaders in organisations who are having difficulties at work. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, and helping them navigate the challenges of working, partnering, mothering and self discovery.
0412 128 565 View 0412 128 565
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Adam Hunt
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Ivanhoe East, VIC 3079
I am an Emotion Focused (EFT), Psychodynamic and Existentially trained Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples.
I work with clients to create a space grounded in compassion, curiosity and steady focus. Together, we develop awareness and clarity around their current life situation, thoughts and feelings, relational patterns, and where they may feel stuck.
I am an Emotion Focused (EFT), Psychodynamic and Existentially trained Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples.
I work with clients to create a space grounded in compassion, curiosity and steady focus. Together, we develop awareness and clarity around their current life situation, thoughts and feelings, relational patterns, and where they may feel stuck.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.

How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.

Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.

What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.