Psychologists and Therapists in Ringwood, VIC
Stephanie is a warm and compassionate Psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. Stephanie holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across private practice and school settings. Stephanie prioritises building authentic therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel supported to explore their experiences. Stephanie is particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent clients and is committed to delivering care that is neuroaffirming and strengths-based.
Stephanie is a warm and compassionate Psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. Stephanie holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across private practice and school settings. Stephanie prioritises building authentic therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel supported to explore their experiences. Stephanie is particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent clients and is committed to delivering care that is neuroaffirming and strengths-based.
Felix & Sage Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Ringwood, VIC 3134
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges.
Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs.
From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
Felix & Sage Psychology supports individuals, couples, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, and relationship challenges.
Many clients come to us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what’s changed. We focus on understanding the full picture and thoughtfully matching each person with a clinician whose style and experience aligns with their needs.
From there, we work collaboratively to build insight, develop practical strategies, and support steady, meaningful progress.
Dhanisha is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Psychologist who prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her focus on building strong therapeutic relationships and her commitment to a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach shows a deep respect for individual experiences and diversity.
Dhanisha is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Psychologist who prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her focus on building strong therapeutic relationships and her commitment to a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach shows a deep respect for individual experiences and diversity.
At Guided Growth, our aim is to help people at every stage build clarity, confidence, and the practical skills needed to make informed choices about their future and wellbeing. Whether you’re exploring career options, considering a transition, returning after time away, or feeling uncertain about your next steps, we will work with you to make sense of where you are and where you want to go. We believe that thriving is not only about external success, but also about feeling grounded, purposeful, and aligned in yourself. We create a supportive environment where you can reflect on what matters most, and the challenges you're facing.
At Guided Growth, our aim is to help people at every stage build clarity, confidence, and the practical skills needed to make informed choices about their future and wellbeing. Whether you’re exploring career options, considering a transition, returning after time away, or feeling uncertain about your next steps, we will work with you to make sense of where you are and where you want to go. We believe that thriving is not only about external success, but also about feeling grounded, purposeful, and aligned in yourself. We create a supportive environment where you can reflect on what matters most, and the challenges you're facing.
Trish is a warm, down-to-earth psychologist who works with adults, adolescents, and children to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding. She believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and genuinely helpful — a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and understood without judgement. Her approach is compassionate, practical, and tailored to each individual. Trish works alongside clients to make sense of patterns, understand the impact of past experiences, and build skills that translate into everyday life.
Trish is a warm, down-to-earth psychologist who works with adults, adolescents, and children to navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding. She believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and genuinely helpful — a space where you feel comfortable being yourself and understood without judgement. Her approach is compassionate, practical, and tailored to each individual. Trish works alongside clients to make sense of patterns, understand the impact of past experiences, and build skills that translate into everyday life.
Offering Telehealth and In person appointments in Ringwood, I bring a warm and neuro-affirming approach to our sessions. Providing EMDR, ACT, CBT for trauma, chronic health conditions, anxiety and depression . Together, we'll explore the nature of thoughts, emotions, and patterns, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and building core emotional regulation skills. When addressing trauma, I advocate for a slow, contained approach. We'll navigate this at a pace that feels manageable for you, always prioritising your comfort.
Offering Telehealth and In person appointments in Ringwood, I bring a warm and neuro-affirming approach to our sessions. Providing EMDR, ACT, CBT for trauma, chronic health conditions, anxiety and depression . Together, we'll explore the nature of thoughts, emotions, and patterns, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and building core emotional regulation skills. When addressing trauma, I advocate for a slow, contained approach. We'll navigate this at a pace that feels manageable for you, always prioritising your comfort.
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I am a strong advocate for breaking down social taboos surrounding mental health. The personal mental health journey can be isolating, and the individual can often feel alone, unaccepted and excluded. My aim is to understand their issues and legitimise their experiences, creating an environment where they feel safe, can express their needs and identify their goals. My focus is creating a strong therapeutic alliance, resulting in a tailored treatment plan.
I am a strong advocate for breaking down social taboos surrounding mental health. The personal mental health journey can be isolating, and the individual can often feel alone, unaccepted and excluded. My aim is to understand their issues and legitimise their experiences, creating an environment where they feel safe, can express their needs and identify their goals. My focus is creating a strong therapeutic alliance, resulting in a tailored treatment plan.
Rachael is a vibrant, engaging relationship counsellor who builds a safe environment with couples & individuals to explore their challenges and work towards positive outcomes.
Rachael previously worked with couples as a Relationship Educator, equipping them with tools to understand their conflict patterns and attachment styles.
“What brought you here today?” is where it begins. From here, Rachael works with couples to agree upon goals for the therapy, stabilise their behaviours and move toward lasting change using a systemic approach, incorporating appropriate modalities.
Rachael is a vibrant, engaging relationship counsellor who builds a safe environment with couples & individuals to explore their challenges and work towards positive outcomes.
Rachael previously worked with couples as a Relationship Educator, equipping them with tools to understand their conflict patterns and attachment styles.
“What brought you here today?” is where it begins. From here, Rachael works with couples to agree upon goals for the therapy, stabilise their behaviours and move toward lasting change using a systemic approach, incorporating appropriate modalities.
Finding it hard to cope with addictions, anxiety, or depression? Benefit from compassionate support and expert guidance tailored to your needs. Navigate crises from domestic violence or emotional abuse with professional counselling that makes a difference.
Finding it hard to cope with addictions, anxiety, or depression? Benefit from compassionate support and expert guidance tailored to your needs. Navigate crises from domestic violence or emotional abuse with professional counselling that makes a difference.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, burnout, life transitions, questions of identity, culture, sexuality and meaning. This includes LGBTQIA+ individuals and those with bicultural identity, especially Chinese diaspora (fluent in Mandarin&Cantonese). People typically come when staying the same feels harder than changing. Some have clear goals; others sense something needs to shift. What's common: they're seeking genuine understanding and meaningful change. My collaborative, present-focused approach suits people ready to examine patterns honestly and actively participate in the exploration.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, burnout, life transitions, questions of identity, culture, sexuality and meaning. This includes LGBTQIA+ individuals and those with bicultural identity, especially Chinese diaspora (fluent in Mandarin&Cantonese). People typically come when staying the same feels harder than changing. Some have clear goals; others sense something needs to shift. What's common: they're seeking genuine understanding and meaningful change. My collaborative, present-focused approach suits people ready to examine patterns honestly and actively participate in the exploration.
Danielle offers individual therapy and is passionate about working with young adults and adults with ASD and/or ADHD. Danielle’s approach is trauma-informed and neuroaffirming. She has a special interest in working with neurodivergent adults diagnosed later in life. Danielle lives in a neurodivergent household and understands the challenges that exist at both an individual and family level. Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers. Danielle is completing Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) training with her best pal, Shelby the Golden, joining her soon in the counselling room!
Danielle offers individual therapy and is passionate about working with young adults and adults with ASD and/or ADHD. Danielle’s approach is trauma-informed and neuroaffirming. She has a special interest in working with neurodivergent adults diagnosed later in life. Danielle lives in a neurodivergent household and understands the challenges that exist at both an individual and family level. Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers. Danielle is completing Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) training with her best pal, Shelby the Golden, joining her soon in the counselling room!
Dr Steve Dawson (Ph.D. MAPS) is a clinical psychologist of over 35 years experience who has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and learning disability in children, adolescents and adults. He also treats adults for depression, anxiety and stress using CBT, insight oriented approaches plus Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. His PhD thesis was on the neuropsychology of ADHD. He worked as a clinical neuropsychologist at Canberra Hospital and in academia at the University of Canberra along with private practice. He then worked for a number of years in Sydney before moving his private practice to Melbourne.
Dr Steve Dawson (Ph.D. MAPS) is a clinical psychologist of over 35 years experience who has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of ADHD and learning disability in children, adolescents and adults. He also treats adults for depression, anxiety and stress using CBT, insight oriented approaches plus Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. His PhD thesis was on the neuropsychology of ADHD. He worked as a clinical neuropsychologist at Canberra Hospital and in academia at the University of Canberra along with private practice. He then worked for a number of years in Sydney before moving his private practice to Melbourne.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, EMDR consultant and board approved supervisor. I gained extensive experience working across the public and private mental health sectors, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I enjoys working with late adolescents and adults who experience a range of emotional and psychological concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma and childhood/complex trauma, dissociation, grief, self-harm and personality disorders. I am passionate about helping clients understand themselves in relation to challenging/triggering circumstances and difficult past experiences.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, EMDR consultant and board approved supervisor. I gained extensive experience working across the public and private mental health sectors, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I enjoys working with late adolescents and adults who experience a range of emotional and psychological concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma and childhood/complex trauma, dissociation, grief, self-harm and personality disorders. I am passionate about helping clients understand themselves in relation to challenging/triggering circumstances and difficult past experiences.
You might be feeling stuck - in patterns that keep repeating, in conversations that go nowhere, or in a relationship that feels more distant than you’d like.
Maybe you’re trying to hold things together while quietly feeling unseen, unheard, or alone.
Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, uncertainty about your relationship’s future, or longing for deeper emotional connection, it can be hard to know where to begin.I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply.
You might be feeling stuck - in patterns that keep repeating, in conversations that go nowhere, or in a relationship that feels more distant than you’d like.
Maybe you’re trying to hold things together while quietly feeling unseen, unheard, or alone.
Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, uncertainty about your relationship’s future, or longing for deeper emotional connection, it can be hard to know where to begin.I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply.
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns.
Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding.
With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
At SAL Consulting, we support people of all ages who are facing complex challenges and mental health concerns.
Many of the individuals we work with are living with the ongoing impacts of trauma or early life experiences. Others may be navigating life with a diagnosis, intellectual disability, or neurodivergence. Our team of experienced therapists meet you where you’re at — with care, respect, and understanding.
With offices based in New South Wales, Victoria, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, we’re proud to support communities right across Australia.
Men and boys need to look after their mental health as much as women and girls, yet we are far less likely to seek help. We often push on in silence. You might feel a pit of sadness that never goes away, or you might have worries that eat away at you. Perhaps your anger gets out of control and leads to regrettable decisions, or maybe you have forced yourself to wear a mask and to look okay while there is turmoil beneath the surface.
After many years of working with males in mental health I know how to help guys move beyond that uncomfortable first step comfortably and on to the road towards improvement.
Men and boys need to look after their mental health as much as women and girls, yet we are far less likely to seek help. We often push on in silence. You might feel a pit of sadness that never goes away, or you might have worries that eat away at you. Perhaps your anger gets out of control and leads to regrettable decisions, or maybe you have forced yourself to wear a mask and to look okay while there is turmoil beneath the surface.
After many years of working with males in mental health I know how to help guys move beyond that uncomfortable first step comfortably and on to the road towards improvement.
Life will go in so many different, and at times difficult, directions with seemingly very little you can do about it. I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys through life. Your mental well-being is a delicate and dynamic balance that sometimes feels emotionally challenging. But here’s the crucial perspective shift I’d like to offer: these challenges are not signs of weakness or failure, they are a natural part of our personal evolution, much like the flow of life itself. Working as a psychologist, what I’ve learned is that individuals have incredible strengths that reside within each of us.
Life will go in so many different, and at times difficult, directions with seemingly very little you can do about it. I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their unique journeys through life. Your mental well-being is a delicate and dynamic balance that sometimes feels emotionally challenging. But here’s the crucial perspective shift I’d like to offer: these challenges are not signs of weakness or failure, they are a natural part of our personal evolution, much like the flow of life itself. Working as a psychologist, what I’ve learned is that individuals have incredible strengths that reside within each of us.
Melbourne Sandplay and Expressive Therapies provides a safe space for you to explore your inner psyche and find peace and healing through deep therapeutic engagement. Sandplay is the ideal mode to heal from trauma and find your own inner resources. Guided drawing also helps you engage your body “knowing” to guide you towards healing. I would be honoured to share your healing journey with you.
Melbourne Sandplay and Expressive Therapies provides a safe space for you to explore your inner psyche and find peace and healing through deep therapeutic engagement. Sandplay is the ideal mode to heal from trauma and find your own inner resources. Guided drawing also helps you engage your body “knowing” to guide you towards healing. I would be honoured to share your healing journey with you.
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Psychologists and Therapists in Ringwood, VIC
100+
Average cost per session
$205
Psychologists and Therapists in Ringwood, VIC who prioritize treating:
| 88% | Anxiety |
| 80% | Depression |
| 75% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Self Esteem |
| 64% | Relationship Issues |
| 46% | ADHD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 66% | Medicare Rebates |
| 61% | NDIS |
| 54% | Bupa |
How Psychologists and Therapists in Ringwood, VIC see their clients
| 92% | In Person and Online | |
| 8% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Ringwood?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.