Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Newport, VIC
I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based techniques like iRest Yoga Nidra.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems ( IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based techniques like iRest Yoga Nidra.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
I am an EMDRAA accredited EMDR therapist and use this empirically validated (WHO, APA and Medicare) approach along with Coherence Therapy, IFS informed EMDR, DBT and Ego State therapies to help deeply shift current problematic patterns.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
I am an EMDRAA accredited EMDR therapist and use this empirically validated (WHO, APA and Medicare) approach along with Coherence Therapy, IFS informed EMDR, DBT and Ego State therapies to help deeply shift current problematic patterns.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
I’m a Couples and Family Therapist and Mental Health Social Worker based in Melbourne’s Inner West, offering therapy for individuals, couples, and families who are ready to untangle the tricky parts of being human together. I'm all about helping people feel more connected- whether that's partners trying to find that spark again, parents navigating the beautiful chaos of raising little humans, or families figuring how to get through a dinner together without conflict erupting.
I’m a Couples and Family Therapist and Mental Health Social Worker based in Melbourne’s Inner West, offering therapy for individuals, couples, and families who are ready to untangle the tricky parts of being human together. I'm all about helping people feel more connected- whether that's partners trying to find that spark again, parents navigating the beautiful chaos of raising little humans, or families figuring how to get through a dinner together without conflict erupting.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
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I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic, systemic and IFS approaches to help you feel heard, explore patterns shaped by past experiences and understand relationships with compassion.
I’m a Clinical Family Therapist and Humanistic Counsellor specialising in family violence and working in the sector for more than a decade. I work with individuals, couples and families who have experienced trauma, abuse, discrimination or ongoing stress and are ready to slow down, heal and recover in a safe, supportive space.
My clients include survivors of family or sexual violence, families repairing trust after rupture and people navigating the impacts of intergenerational trauma, migration, racism or marginalisation related to sexual, gender or cultural identity.
I draw on person-centred, psychodynamic, systemic and IFS approaches to help you feel heard, explore patterns shaped by past experiences and understand relationships with compassion.
I’m a Clinical Family Therapist and Humanistic Counsellor specialising in family violence and working in the sector for more than a decade. I work with individuals, couples and families who have experienced trauma, abuse, discrimination or ongoing stress and are ready to slow down, heal and recover in a safe, supportive space.
My clients include survivors of family or sexual violence, families repairing trust after rupture and people navigating the impacts of intergenerational trauma, migration, racism or marginalisation related to sexual, gender or cultural identity.
Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS, I tailor support to what actually works for you.
My ideal client isn't perfect-they've been through things, lost confidence, or carry pain they rarely speak aloud. They're often high-functioning but exhausted, craving a circuit-breaker. They want more than just symptom relief-they want clarity, connection, and a life that actually feels like theirs. They come with questions like "Is this all there is?" or "Why can't I just move on?" —and they're ready, even if nervously, to do the real work of healing with someone who gets it.
Using evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and IFS, I tailor support to what actually works for you.
My ideal client isn't perfect-they've been through things, lost confidence, or carry pain they rarely speak aloud. They're often high-functioning but exhausted, craving a circuit-breaker. They want more than just symptom relief-they want clarity, connection, and a life that actually feels like theirs. They come with questions like "Is this all there is?" or "Why can't I just move on?" —and they're ready, even if nervously, to do the real work of healing with someone who gets it.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
With 10+ years of experience, I offer a flexible, integrative approach using CBT, EMDR, IFS, and attachment-based methods.
I work with those seeking deeper self-understanding, healing from past experiences, and meaningful personal growth. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges and want to break free from unhelpful patterns. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, build self-awareness, and develop strategies for lasting well-being. Whether they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, they want guidance that’s flexible, holistic, and tailored to their needs—helping them move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
With 10+ years of experience, I offer a flexible, integrative approach using CBT, EMDR, IFS, and attachment-based methods.
I work with those seeking deeper self-understanding, healing from past experiences, and meaningful personal growth. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or relationship challenges and want to break free from unhelpful patterns. They seek a safe, supportive space to explore their emotions, build self-awareness, and develop strategies for lasting well-being. Whether they’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, they want guidance that’s flexible, holistic, and tailored to their needs—helping them move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
This is Zain, BNurs , BParamedicS, MCouns&Psy. I’m a registered counsellor with PACFA, who works with both adults and adolescents. I employ a person-cantered approach to therapy whilst also implementing other therapeutic intervention techniques. During therapy I aim to understand each individual and the personal circumstances that surround their life. My main focus is to provide a safe space that allows clients to feel comfortable when expressing themselves, ultimately allowing me to understand their perspective and encouraging positive change in their life. Common therapy techniques I use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
This is Zain, BNurs , BParamedicS, MCouns&Psy. I’m a registered counsellor with PACFA, who works with both adults and adolescents. I employ a person-cantered approach to therapy whilst also implementing other therapeutic intervention techniques. During therapy I aim to understand each individual and the personal circumstances that surround their life. My main focus is to provide a safe space that allows clients to feel comfortable when expressing themselves, ultimately allowing me to understand their perspective and encouraging positive change in their life. Common therapy techniques I use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy.
Hana also supports people to navigate life transitions such as pre/post-natal challenges, and work and study changes. She has undertaken research on altered states and psychedelics and can support people with integration or challenges following such experiences.
Level 2 trained in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy.
Hana also supports people to navigate life transitions such as pre/post-natal challenges, and work and study changes. She has undertaken research on altered states and psychedelics and can support people with integration or challenges following such experiences.
As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I’m here to support you with the issues you’re currently facing. Whether it’s something you’ve struggled with for a while or life has suddenly taken a challenging turn, I can provide a safe space where you'll be treated with warmth and compassion. My aim is for you to feel really seen, heard and understood.
My approach is collaborative and integrative so I can respond flexibly to your unique needs. My work is trauma-informed and draws on the latest evidence-based research. I use modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy and Focusing Oriented Therapy.
As a registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I’m here to support you with the issues you’re currently facing. Whether it’s something you’ve struggled with for a while or life has suddenly taken a challenging turn, I can provide a safe space where you'll be treated with warmth and compassion. My aim is for you to feel really seen, heard and understood.
My approach is collaborative and integrative so I can respond flexibly to your unique needs. My work is trauma-informed and draws on the latest evidence-based research. I use modalities such as Emotion Focused Therapy and Focusing Oriented Therapy.
I offer online and in-person counselling services to individuals, couples and families. I see counselling as deeply collaborative work, where I seek to understand the unique aspects of each person’s lived experience, tailoring my approach specifically to their needs. I value the co-creation of a warm and respectful therapeutic relationship, centring safety and empowerment. I acknowledge that we all resist the impacts of oppressive systems in unique and creative ways. I work with people towards uncovering the many skills, values, commitments and abilities that might allow for change and healing.
I offer online and in-person counselling services to individuals, couples and families. I see counselling as deeply collaborative work, where I seek to understand the unique aspects of each person’s lived experience, tailoring my approach specifically to their needs. I value the co-creation of a warm and respectful therapeutic relationship, centring safety and empowerment. I acknowledge that we all resist the impacts of oppressive systems in unique and creative ways. I work with people towards uncovering the many skills, values, commitments and abilities that might allow for change and healing.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems ( IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society.
As an experienced clinician, I bring authenticity, clear communication, & believe in each person’s innate wisdom. I value playfulness, deep listening & a relational approach rooted in curiosity, supporting not just individual growth, but also moving through internal and structural barriers, so you can step into your true place in the world—in your own way.
I specialise in providing trauma focussed therapy (EMDR & Internal Family Systems ( IFS) for adults, children and young people and am passionate about working with people who are neurodiverse & those coming to terms with childhood trauma or the trauma of being neurodiverse in today’s society.
As an experienced clinician, I bring authenticity, clear communication, & believe in each person’s innate wisdom. I value playfulness, deep listening & a relational approach rooted in curiosity, supporting not just individual growth, but also moving through internal and structural barriers, so you can step into your true place in the world—in your own way.
The therapy is multi-faceted, trauma-informed practice, with a deep understanding of Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused therapy, somatic, attachment and relational systems work.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
The therapy is multi-faceted, trauma-informed practice, with a deep understanding of Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused therapy, somatic, attachment and relational systems work.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
Amy Redman Psychology - EMDR/ Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Glen Huntly, VIC 3163
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
Hi I'm Amy, I am a Counselling Psychologist. I create a friendly, supportive and non judgemental environment and enjoy working with adolescents, young adults and adults. My therapeutic approach is client centred, where client's goals, interest and preferences guide treatment. I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being and experience of life’s many challenges.
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
I am a Psychologist who cares about your mental health. I provide warm and compassionate support to individuals and have a special interest in working with women. I aim to provide you with a safe and calming space to help reduce your distress, build your resilience and improve your connection to others and life.
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
Being human can be hard. You may feel alone in your struggles. It's important to have a place where you can let your guard down, acknowledge what you're facing, and begin healing. I love providing clients with this type of support. I help clients get to know themselves more deeply. I enjoy working with clients to identify and overcome barriers, prepare and cope with life transitions, heal from trauma, tend and befriend feelings, cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion, build healthy relationships, and foster meaning and purpose in their life.
Being human can be hard. You may feel alone in your struggles. It's important to have a place where you can let your guard down, acknowledge what you're facing, and begin healing. I love providing clients with this type of support. I help clients get to know themselves more deeply. I enjoy working with clients to identify and overcome barriers, prepare and cope with life transitions, heal from trauma, tend and befriend feelings, cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion, build healthy relationships, and foster meaning and purpose in their life.
Hi I'm Sian (pronounced 'see-arn') and I'm currently offering counselling to individuals, online and in-person. My person-centred approach provides you with a warm, safe space to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours. With a trauma-informed and strength-based approach I use validation, gentle challenging questions and psycho-education to support you and any life changes you may want to implement.
Hi I'm Sian (pronounced 'see-arn') and I'm currently offering counselling to individuals, online and in-person. My person-centred approach provides you with a warm, safe space to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours. With a trauma-informed and strength-based approach I use validation, gentle challenging questions and psycho-education to support you and any life changes you may want to implement.
Megan Shea (AMHSW) · No waitlist · Medicare available · Accepting new clients
I’m really glad you’re here. If you’ve been holding things together on the surface but something underneath isn’t working — in your relationships, your direction, or how you’re actually feeling — this is a place to actually work through it.
If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it didn’t go anywhere, you’re not alone. A lot of people come to me after feeling stuck in conversations that didn’t lead to change.
My approach is active, practical, and focused on helping you understand what’s happening — and what to do next.
Megan Shea (AMHSW) · No waitlist · Medicare available · Accepting new clients
I’m really glad you’re here. If you’ve been holding things together on the surface but something underneath isn’t working — in your relationships, your direction, or how you’re actually feeling — this is a place to actually work through it.
If you’ve tried therapy before and felt like it didn’t go anywhere, you’re not alone. A lot of people come to me after feeling stuck in conversations that didn’t lead to change.
My approach is active, practical, and focused on helping you understand what’s happening — and what to do next.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.