Psychologists and Therapists for Elderly in Ocean Grove, VIC

Harpreet Deol
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Harpreet is an Australian registered psychologist. She has a strong interest in working on complex trauma. Her strength lies in engaging clients with diligence and patience. Harpreet believes in working under an integrative evidence-based model using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is multilingual and can additionally support clients who speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Harpreet is an Australian registered psychologist. She has a strong interest in working on complex trauma. Her strength lies in engaging clients with diligence and patience. Harpreet believes in working under an integrative evidence-based model using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is multilingual and can additionally support clients who speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Positive Mind Works
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Online Only
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Frances McAloon
Social Worker, AMHSW
Ocean Grove, VIC 3226
Life is made up of transition times, periods of change, disruption, crisis and growth. Exploring individual or family issues that are getting in the way of a healthy life is a way of regaining some sense of the path ahead and implementing real changes that stick.
Life is made up of transition times, periods of change, disruption, crisis and growth. Exploring individual or family issues that are getting in the way of a healthy life is a way of regaining some sense of the path ahead and implementing real changes that stick.
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Hayden Bell
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Ocean Grove, VIC 3226
Psychologist available online now across Australia! I am a General Psychologist passionate about supporting clients with a variety of mental health concerns across the lifespan. I'm experienced in assisting clients with stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, work issues, relationships, navigating life's changes, goal setting and achievement, vocational counselling, and action coaching. I focus on helping people to build strategies not only to survive, but also to thrive in life. I came to Psychology with years of life experience and I take care to create a safe environment for my diverse clients, ensuring inclusion for all.
Psychologist available online now across Australia! I am a General Psychologist passionate about supporting clients with a variety of mental health concerns across the lifespan. I'm experienced in assisting clients with stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, work issues, relationships, navigating life's changes, goal setting and achievement, vocational counselling, and action coaching. I focus on helping people to build strategies not only to survive, but also to thrive in life. I came to Psychology with years of life experience and I take care to create a safe environment for my diverse clients, ensuring inclusion for all.
(03) 8771 4336 View (03) 8771 4336
Happell Tune Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Ocean Grove, VIC 3226
I work with couples who feel stuck in painful cycles of conflict, distance or disconnection. Often, communication has broken down, trust feels fragile, or one of both partners feel unheard, misunderstood or alone. Many couples come to therapy during periods of transition; parenthood, blended families, infidelity, illness or questioning whether the relationship can survive. They want to understand what's gone wrong, feel emotional safe again, and rebuild connection, intimacy and clarity about a way forward. I also work with individuals ( with a MHCP) experiencing relationship difficulties, burnout, stress, anxiety and depression.
I work with couples who feel stuck in painful cycles of conflict, distance or disconnection. Often, communication has broken down, trust feels fragile, or one of both partners feel unheard, misunderstood or alone. Many couples come to therapy during periods of transition; parenthood, blended families, infidelity, illness or questioning whether the relationship can survive. They want to understand what's gone wrong, feel emotional safe again, and rebuild connection, intimacy and clarity about a way forward. I also work with individuals ( with a MHCP) experiencing relationship difficulties, burnout, stress, anxiety and depression.
(03) 4237 7603 View (03) 4237 7603
Harry Monaghan (IFS Therapy)
Psychotherapist, MPsych
Online Only
I am an experienced psychotherapist, having worked for more than 10 years as a clinician in the community mental health field supporting young people, adolescents, adults and families facing significant complex trauma. I am someone who values authenticity, humor and real connections. I try to keep therapy as human as possible, no unnecessary jargon, just genuine conversations that meet you where you are. If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, addiction, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website) I also offer parenting support.
I am an experienced psychotherapist, having worked for more than 10 years as a clinician in the community mental health field supporting young people, adolescents, adults and families facing significant complex trauma. I am someone who values authenticity, humor and real connections. I try to keep therapy as human as possible, no unnecessary jargon, just genuine conversations that meet you where you are. If you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, anger, overwhelm, addiction, dissociation or patterns you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in then I am able to help (See my website) I also offer parenting support.
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Ana Ramirez
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a registered psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults presenting with complex mental health needs, trauma and neurodevelopmental conditions. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, and culturally sensitive approach. Over the years, I have worked across a variety of settings including child protection, family violence services and private practice. This has provided me with a strong understanding of systemic and developmental challenges, particularly for individuals navigating adversity and intergenerational trauma.
I am a registered psychologist with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults presenting with complex mental health needs, trauma and neurodevelopmental conditions. My practice is grounded in trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, and culturally sensitive approach. Over the years, I have worked across a variety of settings including child protection, family violence services and private practice. This has provided me with a strong understanding of systemic and developmental challenges, particularly for individuals navigating adversity and intergenerational trauma.
(03) 4236 3720 View (03) 4236 3720
Samuel Pyers
Social Worker, MA, AASW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with people who feel stuck, even after trying therapy before. You might understand your patterns, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unable to shift them. I specialise in trauma therapy for PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I often support people who haven’t found traditional talk therapy helpful and are looking for a deeper approach. I integrate EMDR, parts work (IFS), and nervous system-based therapy to support meaningful, lasting change.
I work with people who feel stuck, even after trying therapy before. You might understand your patterns, but still feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unable to shift them. I specialise in trauma therapy for PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I often support people who haven’t found traditional talk therapy helpful and are looking for a deeper approach. I integrate EMDR, parts work (IFS), and nervous system-based therapy to support meaningful, lasting change.
(03) 4233 0216 View (03) 4233 0216
Taylor Richards
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Online Only
Taylor offers a warm and empathetic approach to therapy and provide evidence-based assessments and interventions to clients from all walks of life. Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues. Taylor appreciates that her clients are experts of their own lives, so her goal is to work collaboratively with you to help refine and develop strategies to improve your life outcomes and help you to reach your goals.
Taylor offers a warm and empathetic approach to therapy and provide evidence-based assessments and interventions to clients from all walks of life. Taylor mainly works with adolescents and adults across a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, pre/post pregnancy, life transitions and adjustment difficulties, relationships and workplace issues. Taylor appreciates that her clients are experts of their own lives, so her goal is to work collaboratively with you to help refine and develop strategies to improve your life outcomes and help you to reach your goals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Happy Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Happy Minds Psychology Geelong helps you and your family to flourish by creating meaningful and sustainable positive change. The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma. The team at Happy Minds know that families come in all different shapes and sizes and are comitted to inclusivity in their practice.
Happy Minds Psychology Geelong helps you and your family to flourish by creating meaningful and sustainable positive change. The team at Happy Minds Psychology work with individuals, couples and families during the most vulnerable times in their lives, where they might be battling infertility, perinatal depression or anxiety, parenting issues, eating disorders or experiencing trauma. The team at Happy Minds know that families come in all different shapes and sizes and are comitted to inclusivity in their practice.
(08) 9126 9440 View (08) 9126 9440
Endeavour Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
www.endeavourpsychology.com.au - Endeavour Psychology provides psychological assessment and intervention services supporting clients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, body image and weight concerns, adjustment, bereavement, grief, stress, self-esteem, personality, social skills, neurodiversity including ADHD and ASD, sexuality, gender, relationships, communication, and interpersonal concerns.
www.endeavourpsychology.com.au - Endeavour Psychology provides psychological assessment and intervention services supporting clients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, body image and weight concerns, adjustment, bereavement, grief, stress, self-esteem, personality, social skills, neurodiversity including ADHD and ASD, sexuality, gender, relationships, communication, and interpersonal concerns.
(03) 4238 0634 View (03) 4238 0634
Jacqui Readett
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
What does your perfect day look like? Waking from a good sleep, with energy and with less worry? Enjoying being with friends? I offer over 20 years clinical experience delivering a range of therapeutic, evidence-based interventions helping people to achieve their goals. I use a holistic approach to resolve complex, severe, and persistent mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, and grief and loss. Family therapy: I help individuals, couples, and families navigate complex relationship dynamics. I am AASW qualified and experienced in providing clinical supervision.
What does your perfect day look like? Waking from a good sleep, with energy and with less worry? Enjoying being with friends? I offer over 20 years clinical experience delivering a range of therapeutic, evidence-based interventions helping people to achieve their goals. I use a holistic approach to resolve complex, severe, and persistent mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, neurodivergence, chronic pain, and grief and loss. Family therapy: I help individuals, couples, and families navigate complex relationship dynamics. I am AASW qualified and experienced in providing clinical supervision.
(07) 2100 4658 View (07) 2100 4658
Nicole K Dickmann
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or weighed down by a version of themselves they’ve outgrown. My approach is warm, grounded, deeply respectful of each person’s lived experience. I believe therapy is not about fixing what is “wrong” with you but understanding what your system has been trying to cope with, protect, or communicate. I bring both professional training and lived empathy to the work. My background includes Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, Process Oriented Psychology and soul based inner work. Together we slow things down & listen to what is happening beneath the surface
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or weighed down by a version of themselves they’ve outgrown. My approach is warm, grounded, deeply respectful of each person’s lived experience. I believe therapy is not about fixing what is “wrong” with you but understanding what your system has been trying to cope with, protect, or communicate. I bring both professional training and lived empathy to the work. My background includes Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, Process Oriented Psychology and soul based inner work. Together we slow things down & listen to what is happening beneath the surface
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Listen and Care Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Hi I am Chris, a registered counsellor and EMDR therapist. I help clients with past or recent trauma; family and relationship problems, men's issues, personal issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss (including animal companions), self esteem and body image; work related issues including bullying and burnout. I work with individual adults and provide a supportive environment to enable you to discuss your problems openly and without judgement. I help my clients to develop practical strategies to help manage, or resolve their issues and make positive changes in their life. I work with a range of evidence-based therapies.
Hi I am Chris, a registered counsellor and EMDR therapist. I help clients with past or recent trauma; family and relationship problems, men's issues, personal issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss (including animal companions), self esteem and body image; work related issues including bullying and burnout. I work with individual adults and provide a supportive environment to enable you to discuss your problems openly and without judgement. I help my clients to develop practical strategies to help manage, or resolve their issues and make positive changes in their life. I work with a range of evidence-based therapies.
(03) 4238 0403 View (03) 4238 0403
Comfort Couch Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Cassandra Revell, also known by many as Sandy. At Comfort Couch my aim is to create an inviting space where you feel at ease to work on the issues that are important to you. I hope to help you heal from the wounds of your past through holistic approaches addressing your mind, body and soul. By addressing these issues, you will be free to live the life that you were intended. At Comfort Couch, I focus on the Whole Person.
Hi, I'm Cassandra Revell, also known by many as Sandy. At Comfort Couch my aim is to create an inviting space where you feel at ease to work on the issues that are important to you. I hope to help you heal from the wounds of your past through holistic approaches addressing your mind, body and soul. By addressing these issues, you will be free to live the life that you were intended. At Comfort Couch, I focus on the Whole Person.
(07) 4428 2882 View (07) 4428 2882
Marta Arce Casas
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My ideal client is someone navigating the complex terrain of neurodiversity or mental health challenges. They may be an adolescent or adult grappling with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, identity issues, stress management, parenting support, or life transitions. Their goal is to live more authentically, to understand and embrace their unique differences, and to advocate for themselves in a world that often demands conformity. They seek not just to cope, but to thrive, using their strengths to create a life that is fulfilling and aligned with their values.
My ideal client is someone navigating the complex terrain of neurodiversity or mental health challenges. They may be an adolescent or adult grappling with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, identity issues, stress management, parenting support, or life transitions. Their goal is to live more authentically, to understand and embrace their unique differences, and to advocate for themselves in a world that often demands conformity. They seek not just to cope, but to thrive, using their strengths to create a life that is fulfilling and aligned with their values.
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Kim Young
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer professional counselling for individuals and couples in Geelong, with in-person sessions and secure online counselling available Australia wide. I provide a calm, supportive and confidential space where you can feel at ease to explore what's bringing you to counselling. I work with clients experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, life transitions, grief and loss and communication difficulties.
I offer professional counselling for individuals and couples in Geelong, with in-person sessions and secure online counselling available Australia wide. I provide a calm, supportive and confidential space where you can feel at ease to explore what's bringing you to counselling. I work with clients experiencing relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, life transitions, grief and loss and communication difficulties.
(03) 4240 3759 View (03) 4240 3759
Beth McConnell
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I’m a Certified Practising Counsellor specialising in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My work is informed by both clinical training and lived experience of obsessive–compulsive conditions. I understand how consuming and overwhelming OCD can be, and I aim to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and supported.
I’m a Certified Practising Counsellor specialising in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). My work is informed by both clinical training and lived experience of obsessive–compulsive conditions. I understand how consuming and overwhelming OCD can be, and I aim to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and supported.
(03) 4240 3270 View (03) 4240 3270
Anna Maxwell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Anna is a registered psychologist and is passionate about helping adults and older adolescents to improve their happiness and wellbeing. Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind. Anna is committed to building strong, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with her clients. She believes in taking a gentle, person-centred approach so that each client feels heard and understood. Anna supports clients in developing their own insight, self-understanding, and self-compassion.
Anna is a registered psychologist and is passionate about helping adults and older adolescents to improve their happiness and wellbeing. Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind. Anna is committed to building strong, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with her clients. She believes in taking a gentle, person-centred approach so that each client feels heard and understood. Anna supports clients in developing their own insight, self-understanding, and self-compassion.
(03) 9000 0866 View (03) 9000 0866
Kiia Karki
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Kiia is a Registered Clinical Psychologist after completing her Master's Degree in Finland and worked there as a psychologist for a couple of years before coming to Australia. Kiia has experience working as a psychologist in many different settings with people from all walks of life.
Kiia is a Registered Clinical Psychologist after completing her Master's Degree in Finland and worked there as a psychologist for a couple of years before coming to Australia. Kiia has experience working as a psychologist in many different settings with people from all walks of life.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.

How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.