Parenting Psychologists and Therapists in Prahran, VIC

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Amanda Sloan
Psychologist, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide psychological services for women of Melbourne who need support with anxiety, eating issues, body image difficulties, low mood, or adjustment to trauma or life transitions. I provide therapy that is based on research and use my extensive experience as a psychologist to carefully individualise a treatment plan for each client. I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve better mental health, functioning and wellbeing.
I provide psychological services for women of Melbourne who need support with anxiety, eating issues, body image difficulties, low mood, or adjustment to trauma or life transitions. I provide therapy that is based on research and use my extensive experience as a psychologist to carefully individualise a treatment plan for each client. I work collaboratively with my clients to achieve better mental health, functioning and wellbeing.
(03) 7044 6711 View (03) 7044 6711
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Attachment Matters
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You and your partner seek deeper emotional connection and understanding. You love each other but struggle with communication, leading to frequent misunderstandings and feelings of disconnection. You desire to break negative patterns and build a more secure, loving bond. You want to uncover and express your true emotions, heal past wounds, and strengthen your relationship. Your goal is to move from conflict to closeness, fostering a partnership where you both feel valued, heard, and deeply connected.
You and your partner seek deeper emotional connection and understanding. You love each other but struggle with communication, leading to frequent misunderstandings and feelings of disconnection. You desire to break negative patterns and build a more secure, loving bond. You want to uncover and express your true emotions, heal past wounds, and strengthen your relationship. Your goal is to move from conflict to closeness, fostering a partnership where you both feel valued, heard, and deeply connected.
(03) 7003 2566 View (03) 7003 2566
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Meir Kluwgant
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
The challenges associated with mental health are so real and prevalent in society. In fact more than one in five Australians will be impacted by some form of mental illness or condition in their lifetime. Grief, loss and trauma informed counselling, in addition to support for relationship conflict, and generalised anxiety and depression, form the mainstay of his practice. Meir is also a member of the ACA College of Supervisors and an accredited Counselling Supervisor providing support and supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists who work in all fields of mental health.
The challenges associated with mental health are so real and prevalent in society. In fact more than one in five Australians will be impacted by some form of mental illness or condition in their lifetime. Grief, loss and trauma informed counselling, in addition to support for relationship conflict, and generalised anxiety and depression, form the mainstay of his practice. Meir is also a member of the ACA College of Supervisors and an accredited Counselling Supervisor providing support and supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists who work in all fields of mental health.
(03) 7003 2276 View (03) 7003 2276
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Nicole Haliday
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with individuals navigating stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges and questions of identity or direction. Many are managing the pressures of work, family and competing demands, and are seeking clarity, stability and a way forward. I provide a calm, confidential and client-focused space, drawing on evidence-based approaches to support greater self-awareness, resilience and practical change. Through a collaborative and thoughtful process, I support clients to better understand their experiences and move forward with confidence and clarity.
I work with individuals navigating stress, burnout, life transitions, relationship challenges and questions of identity or direction. Many are managing the pressures of work, family and competing demands, and are seeking clarity, stability and a way forward. I provide a calm, confidential and client-focused space, drawing on evidence-based approaches to support greater self-awareness, resilience and practical change. Through a collaborative and thoughtful process, I support clients to better understand their experiences and move forward with confidence and clarity.
0492 024 754 View 0492 024 754
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Lynne Woolfson
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Effective parenting matters.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist. I have been in practice for 30 years. I love working with both children and adults. I feel humbled and privileged to be allowed into my patients world. I feel passionate about the power of therapy and the therapeutic relationship. Did I mention I love my dog Lucy and chocolates!
Effective parenting matters.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist. I have been in practice for 30 years. I love working with both children and adults. I feel humbled and privileged to be allowed into my patients world. I feel passionate about the power of therapy and the therapeutic relationship. Did I mention I love my dog Lucy and chocolates!
(03) 7003 2680 View (03) 7003 2680
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Michelle Murray Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support women and parents before, during and after pregnancy who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, flat or depressed, or unlike themselves.
I offer a calm, supportive and non judgemental space to explore challenges such as prenatal and postnatal anxiety or depression, perinatal loss, birth trauma, fertility difficulties, relationship changes, and adjustment to parenthood. I work collaboratively to help clients make sense of their experiences and develop practical, compassionate ways of coping.
I support women and parents before, during and after pregnancy who may feel overwhelmed, anxious, flat or depressed, or unlike themselves.
I offer a calm, supportive and non judgemental space to explore challenges such as prenatal and postnatal anxiety or depression, perinatal loss, birth trauma, fertility difficulties, relationship changes, and adjustment to parenthood. I work collaboratively to help clients make sense of their experiences and develop practical, compassionate ways of coping.
(03) 7003 2803 View (03) 7003 2803
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Litsa Pavlou
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Litsa provides counselling to individuals and couples. Litsa can provide support for anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and chronic illness counselling (including carer support). Litsa uses the Gottman Method in Couples Therapy. This is a structured and effective method which is easy for couples to understand and apply in their everyday lives. Litsa brings insight and maturity to her counselling practice.
Litsa provides counselling to individuals and couples. Litsa can provide support for anxiety, depression, stress, burnout and chronic illness counselling (including carer support). Litsa uses the Gottman Method in Couples Therapy. This is a structured and effective method which is easy for couples to understand and apply in their everyday lives. Litsa brings insight and maturity to her counselling practice.
0466 400 232 View 0466 400 232
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South Yarra Psychology
Psychologist, FAPS
Serves Area
South Yarra Psychology sees clients with a wide range of presenting issues. The practice has a team of highly-qualified psychologists. The practice offers a free 10-minute 'psychologist matching appointment' for new clients (via telephone); to discuss their treatment needs and recommend a psychologist who is best suited to these. Appointments (including the free psychologist matching appointment) can be booked through the practice's online booking system (accessible via www.SYP.au). The website also contains profiles on each of the psychologists, with their specific interests and treatment approaches.
South Yarra Psychology sees clients with a wide range of presenting issues. The practice has a team of highly-qualified psychologists. The practice offers a free 10-minute 'psychologist matching appointment' for new clients (via telephone); to discuss their treatment needs and recommend a psychologist who is best suited to these. Appointments (including the free psychologist matching appointment) can be booked through the practice's online booking system (accessible via www.SYP.au). The website also contains profiles on each of the psychologists, with their specific interests and treatment approaches.
(03) 9070 5676 View (03) 9070 5676
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Ilana Laps
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I am an experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and educator, with additional niche interests in non-duality and working therapeutically with dreams. I have 20 years of professional experience working with life's grief, bereavement and existential concerns, such as finding meaning after loss, being with and growing through traumatic events, and facing our own mortality.
I am an experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and educator, with additional niche interests in non-duality and working therapeutically with dreams. I have 20 years of professional experience working with life's grief, bereavement and existential concerns, such as finding meaning after loss, being with and growing through traumatic events, and facing our own mortality.
(03) 7003 2636 View (03) 7003 2636
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Ruth Eismontas
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
My training also includes Clinical Family Therapy and I can support you with the parenting of your children.
The reason I can help you is that I draw on a wealth of proven strategies and skills. I have helped couples with premarriage, high conflict, parenting, infidelity and other issues. If your partner won't come I can still help you improve your relationship. I am a trained Emotion Focussed Counsellor and can also support you if you have anxiety or depression.
My training also includes Clinical Family Therapy and I can support you with the parenting of your children.
The reason I can help you is that I draw on a wealth of proven strategies and skills. I have helped couples with premarriage, high conflict, parenting, infidelity and other issues. If your partner won't come I can still help you improve your relationship. I am a trained Emotion Focussed Counsellor and can also support you if you have anxiety or depression.
(02) 4810 0640 View (02) 4810 0640
Photo of Ciaran Barton, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Ciaran Barton
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience understanding the complexities within relationships, providing support to both individuals, couples, and families. I help clients improve communication, navigate conflict, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with anxiety, depression, and life transitions using evidence-based therapies. I have national experience conducting psychological assessments in Family Law matters, including psychological risk evaluations, ASD, ADHD, and FASD. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address the needs of my clients.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience understanding the complexities within relationships, providing support to both individuals, couples, and families. I help clients improve communication, navigate conflict, and strengthen emotional connection. I also work with anxiety, depression, and life transitions using evidence-based therapies. I have national experience conducting psychological assessments in Family Law matters, including psychological risk evaluations, ASD, ADHD, and FASD. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address the needs of my clients.
0414 289 400 View 0414 289 400
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Couples Therapy Melbourne
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Serves Area
At Couples Therapy Melbourne, we support individuals and couples facing relationship challenges, emotional disconnection, and communication breakdowns. We work with those struggling to rebuild intimacy, manage conflict, or navigate life transitions such as marriage or parenthood. Our clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past trauma, impacting their relationships. We provide a safe, compassionate space to develop effective communication skills, strengthen emotional bonds, and gain clarity on relationship dynamics. Our goal is to help clients reconnect, heal, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.
At Couples Therapy Melbourne, we support individuals and couples facing relationship challenges, emotional disconnection, and communication breakdowns. We work with those struggling to rebuild intimacy, manage conflict, or navigate life transitions such as marriage or parenthood. Our clients often feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past trauma, impacting their relationships. We provide a safe, compassionate space to develop effective communication skills, strengthen emotional bonds, and gain clarity on relationship dynamics. Our goal is to help clients reconnect, heal, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.
(03) 7003 2143 View (03) 7003 2143
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Ashley White
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
It gets full-on at times. Life feels demanding, people seem harsh or confusing, the hurt feels overwhelming, and the answers seem so far away. Other times, you’re left wondering what the point of it all is, and whether there is more to life. I want to help however I can. Helping people to understand themselves, navigate relationships, perceive the world more clearly, and discover meaning in life brings me great joy. Even better is helping people find their own innate resources to cope and to heal.
It gets full-on at times. Life feels demanding, people seem harsh or confusing, the hurt feels overwhelming, and the answers seem so far away. Other times, you’re left wondering what the point of it all is, and whether there is more to life. I want to help however I can. Helping people to understand themselves, navigate relationships, perceive the world more clearly, and discover meaning in life brings me great joy. Even better is helping people find their own innate resources to cope and to heal.
(03) 9068 5872 View (03) 9068 5872
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Max von Sabler
Psychologist, PhD, FAPS
Serves Area
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions. I also work frequently with OCD and sexual addictions/disorders. My approach is holistic and focused on identifying your needs and goals, and how we can best achieve these together. I am a clinical psychologist and focus strongly on the assessment process - I believe it's important to establish exactly what may be happening so that we are on the same page. Treatment is always tailored to the individual
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions. I also work frequently with OCD and sexual addictions/disorders. My approach is holistic and focused on identifying your needs and goals, and how we can best achieve these together. I am a clinical psychologist and focus strongly on the assessment process - I believe it's important to establish exactly what may be happening so that we are on the same page. Treatment is always tailored to the individual
(03) 8797 2095 View (03) 8797 2095
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Karen Sri Thomas
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss. Perhaps you feel pressured or stuck and unable to be your true self, impacting your relationships with your partner, colleagues, classmates, or family members. Sometimes memories of family violence or childhood abuse can further complicate your situation, making you feel isolated and disconnected from others. Perhaps you're challenged by relationship challenges. Know that you don't have to be alone with these challenges. Support for your emotional and psychological wellbeing is available. Please contact me to see how I can help.
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss. Perhaps you feel pressured or stuck and unable to be your true self, impacting your relationships with your partner, colleagues, classmates, or family members. Sometimes memories of family violence or childhood abuse can further complicate your situation, making you feel isolated and disconnected from others. Perhaps you're challenged by relationship challenges. Know that you don't have to be alone with these challenges. Support for your emotional and psychological wellbeing is available. Please contact me to see how I can help.
(03) 7500 5598 View (03) 7500 5598
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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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Melissa Jane Moss
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Finding a therapist who can deeply attune to you and creatively integrate approaches that truly align with your needs can be really hard. It often takes energy from every part of your life- especially when you’re already running on empty. I want to reassure you that I understand, both professionally and personally, just how crucial this stage is. That’s why I’ve made it a priority to ensure this part of the process feels as welcoming and informative as possible. ​
Finding a therapist who can deeply attune to you and creatively integrate approaches that truly align with your needs can be really hard. It often takes energy from every part of your life- especially when you’re already running on empty. I want to reassure you that I understand, both professionally and personally, just how crucial this stage is. That’s why I’ve made it a priority to ensure this part of the process feels as welcoming and informative as possible. ​
(03) 7003 2037 View (03) 7003 2037
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Lucianne Grixti
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with people who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, and who are seeking more than a quick fix. Often, they are thoughtful, sensitive, and curious about themselves and their relationships, with a sense that there is something deeper to be understood. They may be struggling with recurring patterns, emotional pain, or difficulties that feel hard to explain. In our work together, I offer a steady, reflective space to explore these experiences, supporting greater self-understanding and the possibility of meaningful, lasting change.
I work with people who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, and who are seeking more than a quick fix. Often, they are thoughtful, sensitive, and curious about themselves and their relationships, with a sense that there is something deeper to be understood. They may be struggling with recurring patterns, emotional pain, or difficulties that feel hard to explain. In our work together, I offer a steady, reflective space to explore these experiences, supporting greater self-understanding and the possibility of meaningful, lasting change.
0434 142 295 View 0434 142 295
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Dr Laura Knox
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
Dr. Laura Knox is a Counselling Psychologist with 10 years experience working with adults facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, negative self-talk, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship issues. Laura draws on a number of therapeutic approaches, including Interpersonal Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, ACT and CBT to help people address life stressors, improve psychological health, build stronger relationships, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Laura also works with couples to help them improve their communication, reconnect, and realign their relationship.
(03) 7003 2815 View (03) 7003 2815
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Christina Kioulafas
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like there are always challenges that stop you from a balanced life? Or maybe you are struggling with the same patterns and trauma that just won't go away? Modern life can be so complicated, there is so much happening in the world it can be hard to find our own place in it. People are struggling in this global climate. Counselling can help you to connect to yourself. So often we think about connection to others, but how can we do that when we feel a sense of unrest and disconnection to our true self?
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like there are always challenges that stop you from a balanced life? Or maybe you are struggling with the same patterns and trauma that just won't go away? Modern life can be so complicated, there is so much happening in the world it can be hard to find our own place in it. People are struggling in this global climate. Counselling can help you to connect to yourself. So often we think about connection to others, but how can we do that when we feel a sense of unrest and disconnection to our true self?
(03) 7003 2090 View (03) 7003 2090

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