Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Ripponlea, VIC
I specialise in trauma-focused therapy and integrate a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including EMDR, IFS, parts-work, psychodynamic therapy, ACT and CBT.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with current availability on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing the effects of traumatic or stressful life events (current or historical) and hope to better understand their inner world, develop tools for regulating their emotions, and feel more confident in navigating life's challenges. I am committed to providing gender and neurodivergent affirming care and creating a safe space for those who wish to explore their identities, cultivate self-compassion and feel empowered to live life as their most authentic selves.
I specialise in trauma-focused therapy and integrate a range of modalities to meet my clients’ needs, including EMDR, IFS, parts-work, psychodynamic therapy, ACT and CBT.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with current availability on Tuesdays and Thursday mornings.
I am passionate about working with individuals who are experiencing the effects of traumatic or stressful life events (current or historical) and hope to better understand their inner world, develop tools for regulating their emotions, and feel more confident in navigating life's challenges. I am committed to providing gender and neurodivergent affirming care and creating a safe space for those who wish to explore their identities, cultivate self-compassion and feel empowered to live life as their most authentic selves.
I am a psychologist dedicated to supporting healing and holistic wellbeing. I help individuals and couples navigate mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, limerence, obsessive love, and parenting issues. My approach creates a safe, nurturing space to explore your concerns, address root causes, and build resilience. With a focus on the mind-body connection and evidence-based techniques, I empower you to cultivate self-awareness, overcome difficulties, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
I am a psychologist dedicated to supporting healing and holistic wellbeing. I help individuals and couples navigate mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, limerence, obsessive love, and parenting issues. My approach creates a safe, nurturing space to explore your concerns, address root causes, and build resilience. With a focus on the mind-body connection and evidence-based techniques, I empower you to cultivate self-awareness, overcome difficulties, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
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I am licensed to practice in Australia and Ontario (Canada) and hold additional certificates in ACT, Psychopharmacology (Harvard Medical School), EMDR (progress), CBT and MI.
Trauma can make us feel lost, hopeless, and disconnected from ourselves and others. You might notice that you keep falling into harmful patterns. Even though you want to form meaningful relationships, you might push people away or end up in relationships that cause pain. You want to understand your reactions and feel more in control of your life. You're ready to make better choices about treating yourself and others. You want to break free from cycles of trauma and abuse. You believe there’s something better for you—you need help to find it.
I am licensed to practice in Australia and Ontario (Canada) and hold additional certificates in ACT, Psychopharmacology (Harvard Medical School), EMDR (progress), CBT and MI.
Trauma can make us feel lost, hopeless, and disconnected from ourselves and others. You might notice that you keep falling into harmful patterns. Even though you want to form meaningful relationships, you might push people away or end up in relationships that cause pain. You want to understand your reactions and feel more in control of your life. You're ready to make better choices about treating yourself and others. You want to break free from cycles of trauma and abuse. You believe there’s something better for you—you need help to find it.
I encourage clients to slow down and notice what they are feeling, so that we can understand together what those feelings are telling us - and draw on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, etc
Hi, I'm Chris. I'm a psychologist and endorsed Clinical Psychologist. I work with people of any gender (including members of the LGBTIQA+ community) 15 years and older to help with a wide range of problems with mental health and wellbeing, such as: Anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, changing unhelpful or unhealthy patterns of behaviour, supporting you through grief and loss or significant life changes, processing trauma, navigating relationship difficulties, helping you to manage challenging emotions such as anger and shame, and working to quiet self-criticism and develop self-compassion.
I encourage clients to slow down and notice what they are feeling, so that we can understand together what those feelings are telling us - and draw on CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, etc
Hi, I'm Chris. I'm a psychologist and endorsed Clinical Psychologist. I work with people of any gender (including members of the LGBTIQA+ community) 15 years and older to help with a wide range of problems with mental health and wellbeing, such as: Anxiety (including social anxiety), depression, changing unhelpful or unhealthy patterns of behaviour, supporting you through grief and loss or significant life changes, processing trauma, navigating relationship difficulties, helping you to manage challenging emotions such as anger and shame, and working to quiet self-criticism and develop self-compassion.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, interpersonal therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I interweave my knowledge of these approaches into my practice to offer intervention and support tailored to your needs. My goal is to make high-quality psychological support affordable and accessible. I believe that having good mental health and wellbeing should be available to everyone, and that means accessing a psychologist wherever you are in the world.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, interpersonal therapy and mindfulness-based approaches.
I interweave my knowledge of these approaches into my practice to offer intervention and support tailored to your needs. My goal is to make high-quality psychological support affordable and accessible. I believe that having good mental health and wellbeing should be available to everyone, and that means accessing a psychologist wherever you are in the world.
I hold expertise in a range of psychological interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
I hold expertise in a range of psychological interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
Warm Light Counselling - Anxiety and Self Esteem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I have extensive training in Acceptance and Commitment therapy, EMDR therapy, interpersonal therapy and polyvagal, somatic approaches.
EMDR Therapy for anxiety, trauma, grief and self-esteem.
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the belief that you’re “not good enough.” Maybe you still feel responsible for things that happened in your past.
Trauma may have left you feeling powerless, unsafe, or like you're no longer in control of your own story. Grief may have changed your world in ways others can’t see, leaving you feeling isolated or like you should be “over it” by now.
Anxiety and stress might be building up as you try to hold it all together.
I have extensive training in Acceptance and Commitment therapy, EMDR therapy, interpersonal therapy and polyvagal, somatic approaches.
EMDR Therapy for anxiety, trauma, grief and self-esteem.
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the belief that you’re “not good enough.” Maybe you still feel responsible for things that happened in your past.
Trauma may have left you feeling powerless, unsafe, or like you're no longer in control of your own story. Grief may have changed your world in ways others can’t see, leaving you feeling isolated or like you should be “over it” by now.
Anxiety and stress might be building up as you try to hold it all together.
Clinically, Dee is experienced in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic frameworks however favours Acceptance Commitment Therapy (a form of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Mindfulness-based treatments.
Dee Thompson is a Clinical Psychologist with a strong interest in supporting women's health and mental health in an integrative and holistic framework. Dee is available for individual therapy for women seeking support with issues related to:
- Adjustment difficulties (e.g., change in/loss of job, new health diagnoses, stage-of-life transitions, relationship breakdown, retirement)
- Anxiety, panic or stress
- Support in adjusting to later-in-life identification of neurodivergence (Autistics, ADHDers or AuDHDers)
- Trauma
- Chronic pain management
- Recovering from domestic violence
- Insomnia
Clinically, Dee is experienced in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic frameworks however favours Acceptance Commitment Therapy (a form of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Mindfulness-based treatments.
Dee Thompson is a Clinical Psychologist with a strong interest in supporting women's health and mental health in an integrative and holistic framework. Dee is available for individual therapy for women seeking support with issues related to:
- Adjustment difficulties (e.g., change in/loss of job, new health diagnoses, stage-of-life transitions, relationship breakdown, retirement)
- Anxiety, panic or stress
- Support in adjusting to later-in-life identification of neurodivergence (Autistics, ADHDers or AuDHDers)
- Trauma
- Chronic pain management
- Recovering from domestic violence
- Insomnia
Natasha provides evidence-based interventions which draw upon principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology and Solution Focused therapy.
Natasha is a passionate and caring registered psychologist who uses a solution-focused approach to help you explore and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you may be facing. Natasha has over 15 years experience in the Workers compensation space and Natasha has extensive experiencing working with adults to help them manage with anxiety, adjustment issues, low self-esteem and postnatal depression. Natasha also has special interest in coaching, teaching assertiveness and parenting.
Natasha provides evidence-based interventions which draw upon principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Positive Psychology and Solution Focused therapy.
Natasha is a passionate and caring registered psychologist who uses a solution-focused approach to help you explore and develop strategies to better cope with the challenges you may be facing. Natasha has over 15 years experience in the Workers compensation space and Natasha has extensive experiencing working with adults to help them manage with anxiety, adjustment issues, low self-esteem and postnatal depression. Natasha also has special interest in coaching, teaching assertiveness and parenting.
I’m trained and confident providing treatment through Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TFCBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)
Hello, I'm Bianca (She/Her), a vibrant, queer, and neurodivergent therapist with extensive experience as a therapist. I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals from all walks of life. My passion lies in supporting those from the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, First Nations communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. As a queer, biracial individual, I understand the importance of creating a space where people feel truly accepted for who they are. My approach is grounded, compassionate, evidence-based, and welcoming.
I’m trained and confident providing treatment through Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TFCBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)
Hello, I'm Bianca (She/Her), a vibrant, queer, and neurodivergent therapist with extensive experience as a therapist. I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals from all walks of life. My passion lies in supporting those from the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, First Nations communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. As a queer, biracial individual, I understand the importance of creating a space where people feel truly accepted for who they are. My approach is grounded, compassionate, evidence-based, and welcoming.
Laura has additional training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Guided Self Help, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eating Disorder Specific Training through the National Eating Disorder Collaboration.
Laura work's with presentations such as PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, body image concerns, relationship issues, mild intellectual disability, ADHD, and eating disorders for individuals aged 14 and above.
Laura has additional training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Guided Self Help, Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eating Disorder Specific Training through the National Eating Disorder Collaboration.
Laura work's with presentations such as PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, body image concerns, relationship issues, mild intellectual disability, ADHD, and eating disorders for individuals aged 14 and above.
Aish (She/her) has experience working with people across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds, presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and personality disorders. She has extensive experience working with young people, particularly those with complex needs. She is particularly interested in trauma-based work. She uses CBT, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based practices. She builds honest, open and empathetic relationships with her clients. She has a commitment to collaborating with clients in a non-judgmental way to help them build a life worth living.
Aish (She/her) has experience working with people across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds, presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and personality disorders. She has extensive experience working with young people, particularly those with complex needs. She is particularly interested in trauma-based work. She uses CBT, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based practices. She builds honest, open and empathetic relationships with her clients. She has a commitment to collaborating with clients in a non-judgmental way to help them build a life worth living.
The newly developed Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) is the marriage between the GP care and psychology practice for the best interest of our client populations.
He works with issues including low or unstable moods; feelings of low self-worth, helplessness; sadness; lack of motivation; mental injury, or grief and loss. I am also experienced in managing social anxiety; generalized anxiety; health anxiety; perfectionistic thinking; chronic depression and panic attacks.
The newly developed Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (FACT) is the marriage between the GP care and psychology practice for the best interest of our client populations.
He works with issues including low or unstable moods; feelings of low self-worth, helplessness; sadness; lack of motivation; mental injury, or grief and loss. I am also experienced in managing social anxiety; generalized anxiety; health anxiety; perfectionistic thinking; chronic depression and panic attacks.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space that integrates evidence-based therapies like ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Therapy with a holistic, compassionate approach.
I’m an experienced AOD Counsellor with a Master’s in Counselling and training in ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Family Therapy. I offer holistic, compassionate support tailored to each person’s needs, helping clients navigate challenges, heal from trauma, and build lasting resilience.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space that integrates evidence-based therapies like ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Therapy with a holistic, compassionate approach.
I’m an experienced AOD Counsellor with a Master’s in Counselling and training in ACT, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Practice, and Family Therapy. I offer holistic, compassionate support tailored to each person’s needs, helping clients navigate challenges, heal from trauma, and build lasting resilience.
In session, I use an eclectic approach, derived from evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT).
I work with my clients in a person-centred way, which includes warmth, genuineness, understanding and non-judgement. In my work, I’ve found humour to be a powerful therapeutic technique, which can build a strong therapeutic alliance and help us make contact with painful thoughts and feelings.
In session, I use an eclectic approach, derived from evidence-based therapies including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT), and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT).
I work with my clients in a person-centred way, which includes warmth, genuineness, understanding and non-judgement. In my work, I’ve found humour to be a powerful therapeutic technique, which can build a strong therapeutic alliance and help us make contact with painful thoughts and feelings.
My work draws on Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and narrative coaching.
I have 20+ years of experience helping individuals to believe in themselves, develop more confidence, and improve clarity and direction in their lives. With a calm and empathetic style, I create a safe and supportive space for clients to feel heard and understood. My strengths-based approach assists individuals to improve their resilience and wellbeing.
My work draws on Emotion Focused Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and narrative coaching.
I have 20+ years of experience helping individuals to believe in themselves, develop more confidence, and improve clarity and direction in their lives. With a calm and empathetic style, I create a safe and supportive space for clients to feel heard and understood. My strengths-based approach assists individuals to improve their resilience and wellbeing.
Angela uses a range of therapeutic modalities such as schema, psychodynamic, ACT, DBT, CBT, narrative, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Angela is an Australian registered Psychologist. She has a degree in Psychological Science with honours as well as a degree in Commerce. She has also completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. Angela is a well-rounded psychologist and enjoys working with children, adolescents, individuals with disabilities and adults. She takes a holistic and evidence-based approach and can develop strong therapeutic relationships with individuals from all walks of life.
Angela uses a range of therapeutic modalities such as schema, psychodynamic, ACT, DBT, CBT, narrative, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Angela is an Australian registered Psychologist. She has a degree in Psychological Science with honours as well as a degree in Commerce. She has also completed a Master of Clinical Psychology. Angela is a well-rounded psychologist and enjoys working with children, adolescents, individuals with disabilities and adults. She takes a holistic and evidence-based approach and can develop strong therapeutic relationships with individuals from all walks of life.
I use evidence-based approaches based on my training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from Beck Institute, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, with a commitment to client-centered counseling.
I offer a safe space for expats, immigrants and the international community around Asia Pacific. As someone who moved to a new country (Japan) in the midst of the pandemic, I understand the complex feelings that come with moving homes, beginning a new journey and integrating into a new culture without losing what makes you unique. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, low mood or loss of motivation, coping with life changes, trauma, grief & loss, and navigating loneliness/ relationships & dating life in a foreign city. I also draw from my 10 years of corporate experience in my approach to work-related issues.
I use evidence-based approaches based on my training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from Beck Institute, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, with a commitment to client-centered counseling.
I offer a safe space for expats, immigrants and the international community around Asia Pacific. As someone who moved to a new country (Japan) in the midst of the pandemic, I understand the complex feelings that come with moving homes, beginning a new journey and integrating into a new culture without losing what makes you unique. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, low mood or loss of motivation, coping with life changes, trauma, grief & loss, and navigating loneliness/ relationships & dating life in a foreign city. I also draw from my 10 years of corporate experience in my approach to work-related issues.
Drawing on several evidence-based modalities such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT); Internal Family Systems; Narrative, and Creative Arts Therapy.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist, offering online counselling to clients anywhere in Australia through social enterprise, Rough Patch Affordable Counselling. I am a firm believer in the restorative power of supportive connections built on trust, and the potential for change that they create. I work with individuals who may be going through difficult life experiences, or life transitions, and are needing support in navigating: anxiety; depression; grief and loss; stress; trauma; identity issues; relationships; mental well-being, or anyone wishing to gain deeper insight into themselves.
Drawing on several evidence-based modalities such as: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT); Internal Family Systems; Narrative, and Creative Arts Therapy.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist, offering online counselling to clients anywhere in Australia through social enterprise, Rough Patch Affordable Counselling. I am a firm believer in the restorative power of supportive connections built on trust, and the potential for change that they create. I work with individuals who may be going through difficult life experiences, or life transitions, and are needing support in navigating: anxiety; depression; grief and loss; stress; trauma; identity issues; relationships; mental well-being, or anyone wishing to gain deeper insight into themselves.
Largely, I use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), along with elements of other specific Cognitive Behavioural Therapies.
You may have been struggling for some time. Something isn’t working and life could be better. You have probably tried all sorts of things on your own, but therapy can be a way for you to get a fresh perspective with the help of someone who has an expertise in mental health. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people experiencing low mood, anxiety, past trauma, chronic pain, other health conditions, OCD, relationship difficulties, and sleep problems, and those seeking therapy as a way to live a more meaningful life. Most of my clients experience improvements in symptoms after a course of therapy.
Largely, I use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), along with elements of other specific Cognitive Behavioural Therapies.
You may have been struggling for some time. Something isn’t working and life could be better. You have probably tried all sorts of things on your own, but therapy can be a way for you to get a fresh perspective with the help of someone who has an expertise in mental health. I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with people experiencing low mood, anxiety, past trauma, chronic pain, other health conditions, OCD, relationship difficulties, and sleep problems, and those seeking therapy as a way to live a more meaningful life. Most of my clients experience improvements in symptoms after a course of therapy.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.