Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Parkville, VIC
My work focuses on building healthy coping skills, sustainable relationships, and incorporating person centered therapeutic intervention to support my clients to make positive and lasting changes in their lives that are tangible and reliable.
I work with grief, isolation, and struggling with direction in their lives.
My work focuses on building healthy coping skills, sustainable relationships, and incorporating person centered therapeutic intervention to support my clients to make positive and lasting changes in their lives that are tangible and reliable.
I work with grief, isolation, and struggling with direction in their lives.
New Clients Welcome! I believe passionately in being flexible, tailoring sessions, supporting personal development, growth, and insight with evidence based practices. My work is informed by mindfulness, attachment theory, schema therapy, family systems theory, and science. High achievers can appear to be fine on the outside but harbour problems on the inside that they know are impacting their personal lives. Therapy is a safe space to address subtle, chronic, and even complex mental health concerns. Many clients can recognise patterns in their mental health.
New Clients Welcome! I believe passionately in being flexible, tailoring sessions, supporting personal development, growth, and insight with evidence based practices. My work is informed by mindfulness, attachment theory, schema therapy, family systems theory, and science. High achievers can appear to be fine on the outside but harbour problems on the inside that they know are impacting their personal lives. Therapy is a safe space to address subtle, chronic, and even complex mental health concerns. Many clients can recognise patterns in their mental health.
I have a strong interest in supporting women and girls to foster a positive self-image through self-compassion and self-awareness. My work centres on recognising and processing trauma, as well treating depression, anxiety, body-image dissatisfaction, grief, and relationship difficulties. I also work with women through the perinatal and postnatal period. In addition to therapeutic work, I conduct clinical assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seek to facilitate empowered and affirming relationships with neurodiversity.
I have a strong interest in supporting women and girls to foster a positive self-image through self-compassion and self-awareness. My work centres on recognising and processing trauma, as well treating depression, anxiety, body-image dissatisfaction, grief, and relationship difficulties. I also work with women through the perinatal and postnatal period. In addition to therapeutic work, I conduct clinical assessments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seek to facilitate empowered and affirming relationships with neurodiversity.
With nearly 20 years of experience, she draws on evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, mindfulness and trauma-informed frameworks) to create meaningful, lasting change.
Central to Anna’s work is a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship. She believes that connection, trust, and genuine presence are key to positive change and growth.
With nearly 20 years of experience, she draws on evidence-based approaches (CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, mindfulness and trauma-informed frameworks) to create meaningful, lasting change.
Central to Anna’s work is a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship. She believes that connection, trust, and genuine presence are key to positive change and growth.
My therapeutic approach utilises Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Attachment Theory, Trauma-informed Therapy and Poly Vagal Theory.
I'm an accredited Medicare registered therapist (AMHSW) with rebates available. I work with trauma, anxiety, mental health issues, grief and loss. I am highly experienced in the area of complex trauma and have a deep understanding of the ways this impacts everyday life and connections. Around trauma, I work both somatically and with talk therapy. I offer a safe and accepting space for members of the LGBTIQ+ community, providing support and understanding around issues such as coming out, gender identity, dysphoria and exploring sexual orientation. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches to work in a person-centred holistic way.
My therapeutic approach utilises Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Attachment Theory, Trauma-informed Therapy and Poly Vagal Theory.
I'm an accredited Medicare registered therapist (AMHSW) with rebates available. I work with trauma, anxiety, mental health issues, grief and loss. I am highly experienced in the area of complex trauma and have a deep understanding of the ways this impacts everyday life and connections. Around trauma, I work both somatically and with talk therapy. I offer a safe and accepting space for members of the LGBTIQ+ community, providing support and understanding around issues such as coming out, gender identity, dysphoria and exploring sexual orientation. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches to work in a person-centred holistic way.
Melanie's psychology intervention is informed by evidence-based practice, integrating various modalities that encompasses acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Melanie is a registered Psychologist, who completed a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Melbourne. She has experience working with adolescents, adults, and people of diverse backgrounds at Headspace and in private practice. Having worked and lived abroad, Melanie's life experience offers clients with a flexible, versatile, and culturally sensitive therapy style. She believes clients are the experts of their own lives. Considering each individual’s unique strengths and challenges, Melanie takes a warm and tailored approach to help clients reach their goals.
Melanie's psychology intervention is informed by evidence-based practice, integrating various modalities that encompasses acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.
Melanie is a registered Psychologist, who completed a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Melbourne. She has experience working with adolescents, adults, and people of diverse backgrounds at Headspace and in private practice. Having worked and lived abroad, Melanie's life experience offers clients with a flexible, versatile, and culturally sensitive therapy style. She believes clients are the experts of their own lives. Considering each individual’s unique strengths and challenges, Melanie takes a warm and tailored approach to help clients reach their goals.
Carmen is a sought-after clinical psychologist renowned for her expertise. An accredited EMDR practitioner, she also offers a diverse skill set which enables her to work with most mental health issues effectively from adolescence right through to older adulthood. Carmen only offers gold-standard treatments which underscores her fidelity to evidence-based practice and her unwavering dedication to the well-being of her clients. She is also trained in ADHD/Autism Diagnostic Assessments and Treatment and other assessment work.
Carmen is a sought-after clinical psychologist renowned for her expertise. An accredited EMDR practitioner, she also offers a diverse skill set which enables her to work with most mental health issues effectively from adolescence right through to older adulthood. Carmen only offers gold-standard treatments which underscores her fidelity to evidence-based practice and her unwavering dedication to the well-being of her clients. She is also trained in ADHD/Autism Diagnostic Assessments and Treatment and other assessment work.
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
Carl is an experienced clinical psychologist also trained in the area of human bioscience. Carl uses a holistic approach to comprehensively understand and address the many factors which can undermine mental health, and has particular interest in the mind-body connection and treatment of related disorders. Carl’s experience is broad and informed by work across the lifespan, including specialized work in the area of war and refugee trauma.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
These include EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy & Play Therapy.
Dr Germaine Gergis, is a board-endorsed Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Lecturer with many years' experience in delivering high quality assessments and treatment to infants, children, adolescents and adults, and their families. Germaine has worked across private and public sectors helping those who have presented with a diverse range of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has extensive experience in working with mood & anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related disorders and personality disorders. Speciality roles include infant mental health & autism spectrum disorders, including providing second opinions.
These include EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy & Play Therapy.
Dr Germaine Gergis, is a board-endorsed Clinical Psychologist, Supervisor and Lecturer with many years' experience in delivering high quality assessments and treatment to infants, children, adolescents and adults, and their families. Germaine has worked across private and public sectors helping those who have presented with a diverse range of mental health issues and neurodevelopmental disorders. She has extensive experience in working with mood & anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma-related disorders and personality disorders. Speciality roles include infant mental health & autism spectrum disorders, including providing second opinions.
Isaac works in a person centred approach, within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy framework with elements of Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Schema Therapy.
The team at Functional Minds Psychology is led by principal psychologist, Isaac Lee. Isaac is a generally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). He has also previously been a committee member for the Melbourne branch of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Isaac’s passion for the field of psychology comes from wanting to help people, to have a positive impact on those he interacts with, and to always be learning more about people, the brain, and the world.
Isaac works in a person centred approach, within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy framework with elements of Mindfulness, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Schema Therapy.
The team at Functional Minds Psychology is led by principal psychologist, Isaac Lee. Isaac is a generally registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). He has also previously been a committee member for the Melbourne branch of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Isaac’s passion for the field of psychology comes from wanting to help people, to have a positive impact on those he interacts with, and to always be learning more about people, the brain, and the world.
I draw on EMDR, CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and somatic approaches.
I am a registered psychologist with experience in both therapeutic and corporate psychology. I provide empathetic, warm and holistic support to clients who are navigating life challenges, such as anxiety, low mood, managing chronic health conditions or pain, relationship problems, low self-esteem or self-worth, or managing transitions. Clients I work with often find themselves overwhelmed and uncertain about the next steps. I collaborate with them to re-establish a connection with themselves, identify their desires and needs, and together, we chart a course towards achieving those goals, and take it step by step.
I draw on EMDR, CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and somatic approaches.
I am a registered psychologist with experience in both therapeutic and corporate psychology. I provide empathetic, warm and holistic support to clients who are navigating life challenges, such as anxiety, low mood, managing chronic health conditions or pain, relationship problems, low self-esteem or self-worth, or managing transitions. Clients I work with often find themselves overwhelmed and uncertain about the next steps. I collaborate with them to re-establish a connection with themselves, identify their desires and needs, and together, we chart a course towards achieving those goals, and take it step by step.
My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Research has shown that the therapeutic relationship is a significant factor in the effectiveness of therapy. I focus on building a strong therapeutic alliance in order to assist clients in identifying their personal challenges as well as their strengths. I aim to provide a patient, compassionate and non-judgmental approach to therapy.
My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Research has shown that the therapeutic relationship is a significant factor in the effectiveness of therapy. I focus on building a strong therapeutic alliance in order to assist clients in identifying their personal challenges as well as their strengths. I aim to provide a patient, compassionate and non-judgmental approach to therapy.
Whether you're navigating burnout, the impact of physical health challenges, or just going through a difficult time, you don’t have to push through or struggle alone. I have experienced burnout first hand, and I understand how overwhelming it can be when it starts affecting your health and your ability to do daily tasks. This has made me passionate about sharing with people how psychology can help us to recover and heal on a mind and body level. You're not weak, crazy, or not trying hard enough... you've just not been shown any other way to do things.
Whether you're navigating burnout, the impact of physical health challenges, or just going through a difficult time, you don’t have to push through or struggle alone. I have experienced burnout first hand, and I understand how overwhelming it can be when it starts affecting your health and your ability to do daily tasks. This has made me passionate about sharing with people how psychology can help us to recover and heal on a mind and body level. You're not weak, crazy, or not trying hard enough... you've just not been shown any other way to do things.
She uses evidence-based psychological therapies including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Schema Therapy.
Ashlee offers neuroaffirming autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents and adults. She also offers individual therapy for teens and young adults aged 15 - 25 years. Ashlee is a clinical psychologist who has experience in hospital and public mental health systems, providing specialist support for young people experiencing severe and/or complex mental health concerns. She has experience cultivating good therapeutic relationships with young people and is experienced in managing a team of clinician's to provide high quality care.
She uses evidence-based psychological therapies including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Schema Therapy.
Ashlee offers neuroaffirming autism, ADHD and cognitive assessments for children, adolescents and adults. She also offers individual therapy for teens and young adults aged 15 - 25 years. Ashlee is a clinical psychologist who has experience in hospital and public mental health systems, providing specialist support for young people experiencing severe and/or complex mental health concerns. She has experience cultivating good therapeutic relationships with young people and is experienced in managing a team of clinician's to provide high quality care.
My practice draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including: Cognitive Therapy (CT), CBT, and ACT.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
My practice draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including: Cognitive Therapy (CT), CBT, and ACT.
I am driven to support people who feel stuck, uncertain or trapped in their lives, and want to make a change. I am here to help those who are also hesitant about counselling or find traditional counselling settings to be stiffling, fake, tedious or overwhelming by offering walk and talk therapy outdoors combined with an honest and friendly, down-to-earth manner. My approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in authenticity — with a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are at, and guiding them alongside at their own pace, both literally and figuratively.
I work from psychodynamic and attachment theoretical frameworks and draw on tools from Acceptance Committment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy.
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
I work from psychodynamic and attachment theoretical frameworks and draw on tools from Acceptance Committment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy.
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
Izzy Seddon
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
To help facilitate growth and transformation, I draw from powerful modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I believe when we feel genuinely heard and understood, we are able to access greater insight, healing and sustainable change. I have a special interest in supporting clients with anxiety, burnout, stress, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, neurodivergent experiences (Autism, ADHD, OCD), negative self-image and perfectionistic tendencies. I work with clients who want to better understand themselves and heal from the roots of their presenting challenges, as well as learn and adopt evidence-based strategies to help them live a more meaningful life in accordance with their goals and values.
To help facilitate growth and transformation, I draw from powerful modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye-Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I believe when we feel genuinely heard and understood, we are able to access greater insight, healing and sustainable change. I have a special interest in supporting clients with anxiety, burnout, stress, complex trauma, relationship difficulties, neurodivergent experiences (Autism, ADHD, OCD), negative self-image and perfectionistic tendencies. I work with clients who want to better understand themselves and heal from the roots of their presenting challenges, as well as learn and adopt evidence-based strategies to help them live a more meaningful life in accordance with their goals and values.
Catherine Morey-Nase
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Catherine draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion-based approaches, Mindfulness, Depth Psychology principles and Trauma informed care.
Catherine seeks to understand her client’s experiences and their reasons for seeking therapy. She works collaboratively with her clients to support them to develop a greater connection to, and compassion for, all aspects of themselves. The importance of establishing trusting, compassionate and curious relationships with her clients is the bedrock of Catherine’s practice. Rather than viewing her clients’ challenges as ‘problems to be fixed’, Catherine provides her clients a safe space within which to heal unresolved emotional wounds and discover new and exciting ways of relating and being in the world.
Catherine draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion-based approaches, Mindfulness, Depth Psychology principles and Trauma informed care.
Catherine seeks to understand her client’s experiences and their reasons for seeking therapy. She works collaboratively with her clients to support them to develop a greater connection to, and compassion for, all aspects of themselves. The importance of establishing trusting, compassionate and curious relationships with her clients is the bedrock of Catherine’s practice. Rather than viewing her clients’ challenges as ‘problems to be fixed’, Catherine provides her clients a safe space within which to heal unresolved emotional wounds and discover new and exciting ways of relating and being in the world.
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