Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Richmond, VIC
I help high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally reactive regain calm, clarity, and self-trust.
Im a Richmond based psychologist and director at Life Goals psychology.
I provide:
Burnout prevention. Relationship counselling. Adolescent mental health support inc. parenting support. Life adjustments. Mood disorders. Psychological first aid training. psychological treatment for chronic pain, injury and illness. Boundaries and assertiveness training. Diagnostic reports. ADHD assessment.
I help high-functioning adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally reactive regain calm, clarity, and self-trust.
Im a Richmond based psychologist and director at Life Goals psychology.
I provide:
Burnout prevention. Relationship counselling. Adolescent mental health support inc. parenting support. Life adjustments. Mood disorders. Psychological first aid training. psychological treatment for chronic pain, injury and illness. Boundaries and assertiveness training. Diagnostic reports. ADHD assessment.
Grace’s approach weaves together EMDR, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy, creating space to explore how emotions, stress, trauma, and cultural histories are held in the body.
Grace is a counsellor and psychotherapist who supports mixed-culture adults, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community as they navigate identity, belonging, and life transitions in a cross-cultural world.
You might be carrying the weight of family expectations while longing to live in a way that feels true to you, or raising young families while managing relationships shaped by different cultural upbringings. Over time, this tension can show up as anxiety, guilt, confusion, or a sense of never being “enough”, along with feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about where you truly belong as you work to find your own path.
Grace’s approach weaves together EMDR, Narrative Therapy, ACT, and mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy, creating space to explore how emotions, stress, trauma, and cultural histories are held in the body.
Grace is a counsellor and psychotherapist who supports mixed-culture adults, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community as they navigate identity, belonging, and life transitions in a cross-cultural world.
You might be carrying the weight of family expectations while longing to live in a way that feels true to you, or raising young families while managing relationships shaped by different cultural upbringings. Over time, this tension can show up as anxiety, guilt, confusion, or a sense of never being “enough”, along with feelings of loneliness and uncertainty about where you truly belong as you work to find your own path.
Something's not right- you're drowning, lost, afraid, carrying something too heavy to hold alone. Or maybe it's a quieter disconnection - numbness, feeling like you're just going through the motions. You might not even have words for it, you just know that things can't keep going this way.
Or maybe you're reaching out for someone you love — a partner, son, daughter, friend — and you see them struggling but don't know how to help.
Whether you're trying to make sense of what's happened/happening, stuck in patterns that aren't working, searching for meaning and purpose, or simply need a space to release what's being carried, I'm here.
Something's not right- you're drowning, lost, afraid, carrying something too heavy to hold alone. Or maybe it's a quieter disconnection - numbness, feeling like you're just going through the motions. You might not even have words for it, you just know that things can't keep going this way.
Or maybe you're reaching out for someone you love — a partner, son, daughter, friend — and you see them struggling but don't know how to help.
Whether you're trying to make sense of what's happened/happening, stuck in patterns that aren't working, searching for meaning and purpose, or simply need a space to release what's being carried, I'm here.
I’m Bec, a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and the owner of REKNDL. I can support you to navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and neurodivergence, among other complex presentations. You might be neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) and feel misunderstood. You might be a couple wanting repair and to understand your patterns.
If you’re ready for dedicated therapy, then I’m ready to help you unpack the root cause of your struggles, for longlasting change.
I’m Bec, a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and the owner of REKNDL. I can support you to navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and neurodivergence, among other complex presentations. You might be neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) and feel misunderstood. You might be a couple wanting repair and to understand your patterns.
If you’re ready for dedicated therapy, then I’m ready to help you unpack the root cause of your struggles, for longlasting change.
Elizabeth is a warm and caring Clinical Psychologist who creates a collaborative therapeutic partnership with clients to ensure a safe and supportive space for all. She adopts a strengths based and trauma informed framework to address a broad range of presenting issues including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, depression, panic, grief and loss, relationship challenges, body image concerns, sleep issues, stress management, menopause, eating disorders and adjustment difficulties. Elizabeth tailors treatment to meet the needs of each individual according to their particular goals.
Elizabeth is a warm and caring Clinical Psychologist who creates a collaborative therapeutic partnership with clients to ensure a safe and supportive space for all. She adopts a strengths based and trauma informed framework to address a broad range of presenting issues including anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, depression, panic, grief and loss, relationship challenges, body image concerns, sleep issues, stress management, menopause, eating disorders and adjustment difficulties. Elizabeth tailors treatment to meet the needs of each individual according to their particular goals.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
I believe in the mind/body connection & so I also integrate somatic approaches to my therapy such as Imagery Rescripting to heal both the mind & the body.
I am able to see you face to face & via telehealth & am available Tuesdays & Fridays. So if you think I may be a good fit then please feel free to reach out.
I believe in the mind/body connection & so I also integrate somatic approaches to my therapy such as Imagery Rescripting to heal both the mind & the body.
I am able to see you face to face & via telehealth & am available Tuesdays & Fridays. So if you think I may be a good fit then please feel free to reach out.
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.
Many of my clients live with ADHD, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or unsure about their direction. They want to understand themselves better, feel more in control, and find calm within daily demands. Their goals often include improving focus, managing emotions, and creating meaningful change.
Many of my clients live with ADHD, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling overwhelmed, scattered, or unsure about their direction. They want to understand themselves better, feel more in control, and find calm within daily demands. Their goals often include improving focus, managing emotions, and creating meaningful change.
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.
At the heart of my practice is a commitment to forming a collaborative relationship where you feel seen, heard, and understood. My intention is for you to feel comfortable sharing your inner world and personal concerns. I also seek to understand you through a holistic lens, as I recognise the importance of mind, body and spirit in our overall wellbeing.
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.
At the heart of my practice is a commitment to forming a collaborative relationship where you feel seen, heard, and understood. My intention is for you to feel comfortable sharing your inner world and personal concerns. I also seek to understand you through a holistic lens, as I recognise the importance of mind, body and spirit in our overall wellbeing.
I am a Melbourne-based clinical psychologist with a curiosity for people and their patterning. I see therapy as the play and poetics between two strangers in service of healing.
I am a Melbourne-based clinical psychologist with a curiosity for people and their patterning. I see therapy as the play and poetics between two strangers in service of healing.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but at the heart of therapy is connection - and that’s what I try my best to prioritise in our sessions. I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or detached; it should feel like a conversation with someone who truly sees you. I work specifically with young adults aged 18 - 35, and I have a special interest in working with trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety disorders, young adults who are experiencing family and relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people who are experiencing identity struggles or those just feeling "stuck".
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, but at the heart of therapy is connection - and that’s what I try my best to prioritise in our sessions. I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or detached; it should feel like a conversation with someone who truly sees you. I work specifically with young adults aged 18 - 35, and I have a special interest in working with trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety disorders, young adults who are experiencing family and relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people who are experiencing identity struggles or those just feeling "stuck".
I coach self-regulation tools for you to use including Tapping/EFT, breathwork and somatic practices.
My clients often feel held back by intense physical or emotional responses that limits their enjoyment and potential in life. Many come to me because anxiety or fears—specifically dental, medical, or flight anxiety—prevent them from accessing healthcare or living fully. Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence. If you feel your "fight or flight" response is constantly overreacting, or you are tired of talking about problems without feeling a shift in your body, we may be a good fit. I help you bridge the gap between the mind and the nervous system, updating subconscious patterns of avoidance with curiosity and calm.
I coach self-regulation tools for you to use including Tapping/EFT, breathwork and somatic practices.
My clients often feel held back by intense physical or emotional responses that limits their enjoyment and potential in life. Many come to me because anxiety or fears—specifically dental, medical, or flight anxiety—prevent them from accessing healthcare or living fully. Others are exhausted by insomnia or low self-confidence. If you feel your "fight or flight" response is constantly overreacting, or you are tired of talking about problems without feeling a shift in your body, we may be a good fit. I help you bridge the gap between the mind and the nervous system, updating subconscious patterns of avoidance with curiosity and calm.
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I work to gently build regulation and capacity to attend to deeper issues.
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. Together, we work with sensitivity and compassion, bringing gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I work to gently build regulation and capacity to attend to deeper issues.
Trauma and ongoing stress can leave survival energy stuck in the nervous system. We may adapt by seeking or avoiding certain situations, or hold tension to protect ourselves from difficult feelings and sensations. While these strategies once helped us cope and survive, they can also leave us feeling trapped and disconnected. Together, we work with sensitivity and compassion, bringing gentle awareness and support to underlying patterns without pressure to force change. At your pace, we create the conditions for the nervous system to gradually settle and reorganise, allowing inner security, vitality and connection to emerge.
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from incidents they have experienced as traumatic. I have a particular interest in working with first responders and veterans, as well as those who have encountered distressing interpersonal difficulties, often within their family of origin.
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from incidents they have experienced as traumatic. I have a particular interest in working with first responders and veterans, as well as those who have encountered distressing interpersonal difficulties, often within their family of origin.
My name is Seb & I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist working somatically with clients in Bendigo & Kyneton.
For me, Psychotherapy is the science and art of creating transformative change by using the healing power of relationships that are grounded in safety and trust.
The motivation for change might be prompted by a loss, a crisis or a need to fix specific problems, yet it often ends up with stepping into a deeper, more connected sense of self, responsibility, love & freedom.
Thus, Psychotherapy is a place to accept and come to terms with how our experiences and stories have shaped us into who we are, and how we live and love.
My name is Seb & I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist working somatically with clients in Bendigo & Kyneton.
For me, Psychotherapy is the science and art of creating transformative change by using the healing power of relationships that are grounded in safety and trust.
The motivation for change might be prompted by a loss, a crisis or a need to fix specific problems, yet it often ends up with stepping into a deeper, more connected sense of self, responsibility, love & freedom.
Thus, Psychotherapy is a place to accept and come to terms with how our experiences and stories have shaped us into who we are, and how we live and love.
Some of these are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, self-compassion, mindfulness, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, somatic principles, polyvagal theory and existentialism.
Hello! My name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
Some of these are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, self-compassion, mindfulness, attachment theory, expressive arts therapy, play therapy, somatic principles, polyvagal theory and existentialism.
Hello! My name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
Louise Cooper and Talking Emotions associates are experienced in Emotion Focused Therapy as well as CBT, ACT and Mindfulness and work with a range of specialist client groups and conditions (anxiety, depression, LGBTI, Parkinson's, relationships, somatic symptoms and trauma).
Our emotions tell a story, they direct our actions. But unless we are aware of how they influence what we do, they can often get in the way. Lou invites you to listen not only to the story that comes from your head, but also to what your body has to say. Developing greater awareness of your emotional experience and the skills to manage it can be the springboard to creating healthier relationships with self and others, and lead to a more productive life.
Louise Cooper and Talking Emotions associates are experienced in Emotion Focused Therapy as well as CBT, ACT and Mindfulness and work with a range of specialist client groups and conditions (anxiety, depression, LGBTI, Parkinson's, relationships, somatic symptoms and trauma).
Our emotions tell a story, they direct our actions. But unless we are aware of how they influence what we do, they can often get in the way. Lou invites you to listen not only to the story that comes from your head, but also to what your body has to say. Developing greater awareness of your emotional experience and the skills to manage it can be the springboard to creating healthier relationships with self and others, and lead to a more productive life.
The Mind Clan Psychology is a warm, inclusive psychology practice designed specifically for young adults aged 18-35. We understand that the journey to self-healing can be complex, and we’re here to support you with authenticity, humor, and connection.
Our approach is deeply human-centered, we prioritize creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard! Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, identity and LGBTQIA+ exploration, life transitions, or family/relationship challenges, our psychologists bring a compassionate and playful energy to help you explore your experiences without judgment.
The Mind Clan Psychology is a warm, inclusive psychology practice designed specifically for young adults aged 18-35. We understand that the journey to self-healing can be complex, and we’re here to support you with authenticity, humor, and connection.
Our approach is deeply human-centered, we prioritize creating a space where you feel safe, seen, and heard! Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, identity and LGBTQIA+ exploration, life transitions, or family/relationship challenges, our psychologists bring a compassionate and playful energy to help you explore your experiences without judgment.
My approach to therapy is progressive and inclusive. I am passionate about working with clients to build a sense of curiosity, flexibility and resilience. If you are keen to build self-understanding, connection to others, or joy in the everyday, we may be a great fit. I have a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals navigating life changes, as well as adults who have experienced trauma - attachment based or following difficult life events. My approach to each client is holistic and evidence-based; I am to nurture individual strengths while also addressing areas of need.
My approach to therapy is progressive and inclusive. I am passionate about working with clients to build a sense of curiosity, flexibility and resilience. If you are keen to build self-understanding, connection to others, or joy in the everyday, we may be a great fit. I have a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals navigating life changes, as well as adults who have experienced trauma - attachment based or following difficult life events. My approach to each client is holistic and evidence-based; I am to nurture individual strengths while also addressing areas of need.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.