Trauma Focused Psychologists and Therapists in North Melbourne, VIC

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Eden Dwyer
Psychologist, PsyBA General
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
Eden is a queer- and neuro-affirming psychologist who centers curiosity and compassion in their work. They provide support for those interested in exploring their identity and those struggling with a range of concerns, including gender dysphoria, Autism and ADHD, personality vulnerabilities, trauma and dissociation, self-esteem challenges, and interpersonal difficulties.
Eden is a queer- and neuro-affirming psychologist who centers curiosity and compassion in their work. They provide support for those interested in exploring their identity and those struggling with a range of concerns, including gender dysphoria, Autism and ADHD, personality vulnerabilities, trauma and dissociation, self-esteem challenges, and interpersonal difficulties.
0447 948 094 View 0447 948 094
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Jane Elizabeth Passlow
Psychologist, PsyBA General
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
Hello, I am a psychologist and social worker with 15+ years' experience. For the majority of my career, I have worked with adults with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety post -traumatic stress and personality disorders. I offer a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I also provide assessment and treatment for clients involved in the justice system. For further information please contact me at Vida Psychology.
Hello, I am a psychologist and social worker with 15+ years' experience. For the majority of my career, I have worked with adults with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety post -traumatic stress and personality disorders. I offer a range of evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I also provide assessment and treatment for clients involved in the justice system. For further information please contact me at Vida Psychology.
(03) 9328 3636 View (03) 9328 3636
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Vida Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to move forward, whether it’s in their relationships, work, or within themselves. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or a life transition that feels especially heavy right now. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. In therapy, we’ll work together to build on your strengths and develop practical, meaningful strategies to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to move forward, whether it’s in their relationships, work, or within themselves. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or a life transition that feels especially heavy right now. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. In therapy, we’ll work together to build on your strengths and develop practical, meaningful strategies to help you feel more grounded, confident, and connected.
(03) 9328 3636 View (03) 9328 3636
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Dr Bronte McLeod
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
Our inner world holds deep wisdom, often hidden beneath the stories we tell ourselves. By tuning into our emotions and listening to our bodies, we can uncover a personal map to a more meaningful life. With support and encouragement, we can recognise what we long for, what we need, ‘what truly feels right for me'. Together, we can explore how past experiences and the world around you shape your present-moment experience. When you become aware of old patterns, you can decide which ones still serve you - and which ones don’t - allowing you to step into new ways of being that bring greater connection, fulfilment, health, and wellbeing.
Our inner world holds deep wisdom, often hidden beneath the stories we tell ourselves. By tuning into our emotions and listening to our bodies, we can uncover a personal map to a more meaningful life. With support and encouragement, we can recognise what we long for, what we need, ‘what truly feels right for me'. Together, we can explore how past experiences and the world around you shape your present-moment experience. When you become aware of old patterns, you can decide which ones still serve you - and which ones don’t - allowing you to step into new ways of being that bring greater connection, fulfilment, health, and wellbeing.
0408 711 896 View 0408 711 896
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Natalie Anderson - Open Circle Wellbeing
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I work with individuals, couples and families who may be dealing with loss, grief, trauma or difficult life transitions. Many wish to explore the impact of these experiences on their identity or sense of self, often with or without ASD, ADHD, AuDHD or other diagnoses, and reflect on how this could be impacting on their relationships. Others wish to develop the communication tools to help feel seen, heard and understood. Together we navigate a range of challenges in a strengths-based way to reframe unhelpful thoughts, process internal conflicts and tune into deeper insights. ​
Hello, I work with individuals, couples and families who may be dealing with loss, grief, trauma or difficult life transitions. Many wish to explore the impact of these experiences on their identity or sense of self, often with or without ASD, ADHD, AuDHD or other diagnoses, and reflect on how this could be impacting on their relationships. Others wish to develop the communication tools to help feel seen, heard and understood. Together we navigate a range of challenges in a strengths-based way to reframe unhelpful thoughts, process internal conflicts and tune into deeper insights. ​
(03) 5910 1103 View (03) 5910 1103
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Core Life Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with clients who might experience anxiety, depression, ocd, and relationship difficulties. People often come for a range of reasons and challenges including trauma and more complex patterns. If you want to understand your emotional world and work towards healing and well-being then I am here to help. In any session we set achievable goals to work towards and that are meaningful to you.
I work with clients who might experience anxiety, depression, ocd, and relationship difficulties. People often come for a range of reasons and challenges including trauma and more complex patterns. If you want to understand your emotional world and work towards healing and well-being then I am here to help. In any session we set achievable goals to work towards and that are meaningful to you.
0451 491 395 View 0451 491 395
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Dr Daniel Shaw
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with kind, intelligent, and reflective individuals who, despite their outward achievements, feel trapped by unhelpful patterns and past experiences. My clients often feel a sense of being lost, broken, or tainted. They may struggle with chronic self-doubt and the belief that they are not worthy of a fulfilling life. They are looking to move from a place of simply surviving to a life of meaning and purpose.
I work with kind, intelligent, and reflective individuals who, despite their outward achievements, feel trapped by unhelpful patterns and past experiences. My clients often feel a sense of being lost, broken, or tainted. They may struggle with chronic self-doubt and the belief that they are not worthy of a fulfilling life. They are looking to move from a place of simply surviving to a life of meaning and purpose.
(03) 9969 2190 View (03) 9969 2190
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Shayne Horsman
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I offer a warm, thoughtful space to slow things down and make sense of what’s been feeling difficult or stuck. My approach is collaborative and flexible, shaped around your goals, values, and what feels most important to you. I’m interested in helping you build a clearer understanding of yourself and develop ways of responding that feel more grounded and authentic. Together, we can work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
I offer a warm, thoughtful space to slow things down and make sense of what’s been feeling difficult or stuck. My approach is collaborative and flexible, shaped around your goals, values, and what feels most important to you. I’m interested in helping you build a clearer understanding of yourself and develop ways of responding that feel more grounded and authentic. Together, we can work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
(03) 7003 2059 View (03) 7003 2059
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Kate Zammit
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
There are many great therapy options available, here’s a few reasons why you might like to work with me. My approach is grounded in Gestalt psychotherapy, which differs from many conventional forms of therapy. I do not focus on analysing problems or managing symptoms, rather I work to uncover and address the deeper issues that may be contributing to your difficulties, leading to natural, meaningful and lasting change. Another important difference is accessibility. I intentionally keep my overheads low so that I can offer high-quality psychotherapy at a more affordable rate.
There are many great therapy options available, here’s a few reasons why you might like to work with me. My approach is grounded in Gestalt psychotherapy, which differs from many conventional forms of therapy. I do not focus on analysing problems or managing symptoms, rather I work to uncover and address the deeper issues that may be contributing to your difficulties, leading to natural, meaningful and lasting change. Another important difference is accessibility. I intentionally keep my overheads low so that I can offer high-quality psychotherapy at a more affordable rate.
0494 631 041 View 0494 631 041
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Chrissy Clarke
Psychotherapist, PACFA
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a warm, welcoming space for individuals and couples experiencing relationship issues to deepen self-awareness, heal and create meaningful change through a somatic, attachment-focused and trauma-informed approach to therapy. By gently guiding you to explore your thoughts, experiences, and emotions, and identifying patterns and needs, I can support you in gaining clarity and finding a positive way forward. Based on your goals or intentions for therapy, I personalise sessions, creating a sense of direction and purpose, while still remaining open to spontaneity.
I offer a warm, welcoming space for individuals and couples experiencing relationship issues to deepen self-awareness, heal and create meaningful change through a somatic, attachment-focused and trauma-informed approach to therapy. By gently guiding you to explore your thoughts, experiences, and emotions, and identifying patterns and needs, I can support you in gaining clarity and finding a positive way forward. Based on your goals or intentions for therapy, I personalise sessions, creating a sense of direction and purpose, while still remaining open to spontaneity.
(03) 9118 9058 View (03) 9118 9058
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Annabel Chan
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Online Only
You might be neurodivergent and queer (or neuroqueer), part of poly/ENM or kink communities, or a sex-worker seeking care that doesn’t judge or pathologise. Perhaps you’ve spent years masking, managing burnout, anxiety or low mood, complex family dynamics, or the push–pull of intimacy and independence. You want therapy that understands culture, eldest daughter intergenerational trauma, chronic illness and sensory needs; practical support with boundaries, communication, co-regulation and self-advocacy; and space to rethink attachment, explore identity, and rebuild after trauma.
You might be neurodivergent and queer (or neuroqueer), part of poly/ENM or kink communities, or a sex-worker seeking care that doesn’t judge or pathologise. Perhaps you’ve spent years masking, managing burnout, anxiety or low mood, complex family dynamics, or the push–pull of intimacy and independence. You want therapy that understands culture, eldest daughter intergenerational trauma, chronic illness and sensory needs; practical support with boundaries, communication, co-regulation and self-advocacy; and space to rethink attachment, explore identity, and rebuild after trauma.
0413 887 975 View 0413 887 975
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Philippa Page
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist who works with adolescents (16 and up) and adults. I pride myself on making all clients feel welcome and comfortable in the therapeutic space. I like to take the time to deeply understand each individual client in order to cater my therapeutic approach to the individual. I see the client as the expert in the room and tap into their knowledge of themselves and their presenting issues to collaboratively work through and understand the issue together. I endeavour to help clients develop long lasting strategies and insight into themselves to be able to use and apply outside of the therapeutic space.
I am a registered psychologist who works with adolescents (16 and up) and adults. I pride myself on making all clients feel welcome and comfortable in the therapeutic space. I like to take the time to deeply understand each individual client in order to cater my therapeutic approach to the individual. I see the client as the expert in the room and tap into their knowledge of themselves and their presenting issues to collaboratively work through and understand the issue together. I endeavour to help clients develop long lasting strategies and insight into themselves to be able to use and apply outside of the therapeutic space.
(03) 9068 5157 View (03) 9068 5157
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Mark Horsman
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
(03) 7003 2065 View (03) 7003 2065
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Kanak Dube
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Serves Area
You may feel overwhelmed by life’s transitions or disconnected from your sense of self and at this time many are looking for understanding, practical coping strategies, and greater clarity during times of change or overwhelm. Having lived across India, the US, and Malaysia before moving to Melbourne, I bring a deeply lived multicultural perspective to our work. I understand the complexities of identity and belonging firsthand. My approach of therapy focuses on strengthening emotional regulation, self-understanding, and resilience within a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive space.
You may feel overwhelmed by life’s transitions or disconnected from your sense of self and at this time many are looking for understanding, practical coping strategies, and greater clarity during times of change or overwhelm. Having lived across India, the US, and Malaysia before moving to Melbourne, I bring a deeply lived multicultural perspective to our work. I understand the complexities of identity and belonging firsthand. My approach of therapy focuses on strengthening emotional regulation, self-understanding, and resilience within a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive space.
(03) 9663 9168 View (03) 9663 9168
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Phoebe Beveridge
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Therapy for trauma, relationships, and eating disorders. Sometimes we find ourselves repeating the same emotional patterns — in relationships, work, or the way we treat ourselves. You might understand why you do it, yet still feel unable to change. My work focuses on helping people slow down, make sense of what’s happening underneath, and begin to respond differently. Therapy becomes a place to feel understood, to build self-compassion, and to find new ways of relating that feel steadier and more connected.
Therapy for trauma, relationships, and eating disorders. Sometimes we find ourselves repeating the same emotional patterns — in relationships, work, or the way we treat ourselves. You might understand why you do it, yet still feel unable to change. My work focuses on helping people slow down, make sense of what’s happening underneath, and begin to respond differently. Therapy becomes a place to feel understood, to build self-compassion, and to find new ways of relating that feel steadier and more connected.
(08) 6845 7168 View (08) 6845 7168
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Charles Maddison
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges. I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety. In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress. I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
It's my job to make myself redundant with clients, to help them end their work with me equipped with insights & skills to better manage emotional challenges. I use EMDR to treat trauma, mostly seeing survivors of childhood, military, family and sexual trauma. EMDR can also be helpful with workplace & social anxiety. In addition, I counsel adults with symptoms of autism such as rigid thinking, communication challenges and excess emotional distress. I offer a space where challenging thoughts can be explored safely - with courage, imagination & some humour, but no nonsense. If the client agrees with my assessment, we go from there.
(03) 7003 2045 View (03) 7003 2045
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Reset & Grow Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
(03) 9069 9783 View (03) 9069 9783
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Seamus John Mullins
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
Online Only
Confidential and affordable online therapy, from a qualified Melbourne based counsellor who specialises in individual, grief and loss, and neurodiverse counselling.
Confidential and affordable online therapy, from a qualified Melbourne based counsellor who specialises in individual, grief and loss, and neurodiverse counselling.
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Olivia Fox
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist supporting individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, burn out, disordered eating, body image struggles, self-esteem challenges, and perfectionism.
I am a Clinical Psychologist supporting individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, burn out, disordered eating, body image struggles, self-esteem challenges, and perfectionism.
0432 716 573 View 0432 716 573
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Alexa Powell Therapy
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
I approach my work with people in a trauma informed, supportive, empathic and non judgmental way. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is key to enable you to have a sanctuary for self discovery and connection as we work through life's complexities together. I work with adults of all ages and have extensive experience in grief, loss and trauma, including infertility, suicide and estrangement. My practice approach is grounded in social work theory and evidence based psychological strategies. I work collaboratively with you to build sustainable skills and approaches to support your mental health into the future.
(03) 8338 1670 View (03) 8338 1670