Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Saint Kilda East, VIC

Sue Guzick
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Saint Kilda East, VIC 3183
You might be considering therapy with long experience of feeling anxious and overwhelmed.
My qualifications include the Master of Art Therapy (integrated Counselling), Dip of Mental Health, ongoing Master of Counselling, and specialised training with complex mental health and trauma. This training and practice provide us with opportunities to work with verbal counselling, expressive therapy, and new ways for you to apply evidence-based methods.
You might be considering therapy with long experience of feeling anxious and overwhelmed.
My qualifications include the Master of Art Therapy (integrated Counselling), Dip of Mental Health, ongoing Master of Counselling, and specialised training with complex mental health and trauma. This training and practice provide us with opportunities to work with verbal counselling, expressive therapy, and new ways for you to apply evidence-based methods.
0439 413 858 View 0439 413 858
Dr Christine Deftereos
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Saint Kilda East, VIC 3183
I am a Lacanian Psychoanalyst, Accredited Metal Health Social Work and Psychotherapist who hold specialized accreditations in working with Complex Trauma, Acute Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders and a range of mental health presentations. I am committed to providing best practice trauma informed care in a confidential, sensitive and validating therapeutic space, with an emphasis on ‘learning to live with our stories.’ My primary ethical commitment is to provide a safe non-judgmental space for ‘bearing witness,’ for truth telling,’ and in sharing your ‘lived experiences’ via free association. I am also an EMDR Practitioner.
I am a Lacanian Psychoanalyst, Accredited Metal Health Social Work and Psychotherapist who hold specialized accreditations in working with Complex Trauma, Acute Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorders and a range of mental health presentations. I am committed to providing best practice trauma informed care in a confidential, sensitive and validating therapeutic space, with an emphasis on ‘learning to live with our stories.’ My primary ethical commitment is to provide a safe non-judgmental space for ‘bearing witness,’ for truth telling,’ and in sharing your ‘lived experiences’ via free association. I am also an EMDR Practitioner.
(03) 7003 2924 View (03) 7003 2924
The Alchemical Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Saint Kilda East, VIC 3183
” You may be struggling with confidence, emotional struggles: anger, anxiety, stress, intimacy, or relationship breakdowns.
I offer practical, grounded counselling for men and couples, integrating cognitive behavioural and person-centred therapy with unique body-based holistic methods. This includes emotional literacy, confidence building, communication skills/repair with approaches such as EFT, meridian-based clearing, and applied kinesiology addressing stress in the body.
” You may be struggling with confidence, emotional struggles: anger, anxiety, stress, intimacy, or relationship breakdowns.
I offer practical, grounded counselling for men and couples, integrating cognitive behavioural and person-centred therapy with unique body-based holistic methods. This includes emotional literacy, confidence building, communication skills/repair with approaches such as EFT, meridian-based clearing, and applied kinesiology addressing stress in the body.
0428 547 354 View 0428 547 354
Fiona Fouvy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help adults of all ages experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-focused, and EMDR. As a leadership coach, I draw on the Leadership Circle Profile and strengths. My approach is trauma-informed and I draw from compassion-focused, positive psych, mindfulness and somatic approaches in both my therapy & coaching.
I help adults of all ages experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Solution-focused, and EMDR. As a leadership coach, I draw on the Leadership Circle Profile and strengths. My approach is trauma-informed and I draw from compassion-focused, positive psych, mindfulness and somatic approaches in both my therapy & coaching.
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Clare O'Bree
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
My therapeutic work holds at its core, a valuing of relationships, and a deep respect for individual life stories. Whatever concern brings you to therapy, my approach will be to collaborate with you sensitively and attentively so that we can move towards deeper understanding of what really matters to you. Through this intricate and attuned process, we can discover what you need in order to experience relief and a greater sense of how to move forward.
My therapeutic work holds at its core, a valuing of relationships, and a deep respect for individual life stories. Whatever concern brings you to therapy, my approach will be to collaborate with you sensitively and attentively so that we can move towards deeper understanding of what really matters to you. Through this intricate and attuned process, we can discover what you need in order to experience relief and a greater sense of how to move forward.
0413 874 330 View 0413 874 330
Jason Kozica
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
He still competes in national level athletics , and these experiences have helped him develop the tools to help elite athletes dealing with performance anxiety.
Jason loves animals and has two certified therapy dogs, who help make clients feel calm and they often join clients for a “walk and talk” session. Jason particularly likes working with neurodivergent young people and is dedicated to neuroaffirming practices. He has extensive experience working with autistic and ADHD clients and can also do neuroaffirming assessments. He also has substantial experience working with clients with OCD and schizophrenia and has completed intensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy(ERP).
He still competes in national level athletics , and these experiences have helped him develop the tools to help elite athletes dealing with performance anxiety.
Jason loves animals and has two certified therapy dogs, who help make clients feel calm and they often join clients for a “walk and talk” session. Jason particularly likes working with neurodivergent young people and is dedicated to neuroaffirming practices. He has extensive experience working with autistic and ADHD clients and can also do neuroaffirming assessments. He also has substantial experience working with clients with OCD and schizophrenia and has completed intensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention therapy(ERP).
(03) 8771 4393 View (03) 8771 4393
Threshold Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Hi, I’m Adam. I’m a psychologist with experience working in community health clinics, schools, and the private sector. My approach is based on the belief that with the right support and awareness, people can navigate challenges, improve their mental health, and build more meaningful connections. I take the time to understand each person’s concerns in the context of their relationships, culture, identity, and life experiences.
Hi, I’m Adam. I’m a psychologist with experience working in community health clinics, schools, and the private sector. My approach is based on the belief that with the right support and awareness, people can navigate challenges, improve their mental health, and build more meaningful connections. I take the time to understand each person’s concerns in the context of their relationships, culture, identity, and life experiences.
0426 237 629 View 0426 237 629
Stronger Together Psychotherapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life.
I am an accredited mental health social worker (AMHSW) and accredited EMDR practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I use a multitude of modalities and have found a combination with EMDR to have the best, and quickest outcomes.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or depression, and finding it hard to fully engage in life.
I am an accredited mental health social worker (AMHSW) and accredited EMDR practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I use a multitude of modalities and have found a combination with EMDR to have the best, and quickest outcomes.
0413 316 492 View 0413 316 492
Amy Lourie
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I have been working in mental health for the past nine years as a counsellor in primary and secondary schools, as well as in private practice. I provide practical, evidence informed support to help clients navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and improve their overall wellbeing. Together, we work to develop strategies and skills that support meaningful, lasting change.
I have been working in mental health for the past nine years as a counsellor in primary and secondary schools, as well as in private practice. I provide practical, evidence informed support to help clients navigate challenges, strengthen relationships, and improve their overall wellbeing. Together, we work to develop strategies and skills that support meaningful, lasting change.
0409 017 769 View 0409 017 769
Iris Kucuk
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
She can provide treatment for a broad range of presenting issues, and has a special interest in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain.
Iris is a client centered psychologist drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
She can provide treatment for a broad range of presenting issues, and has a special interest in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and chronic pain.
Iris is a client centered psychologist drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
(03) 7303 3825 View (03) 7303 3825
Dr Justin Olstein
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I also work with anxiety, low mood, life transitions, substance use issues, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem and trauma (including intergenerational trauma).
Hey, I'm Dr Justin, and my practice has a focus on LGBTQIA+ wellbeing. I'm very interested in relational dynamic patterns, and how these underpin common issues that we experience during our lives. I provide a compassionate, individualised space where clients can explore how past experiences shape their present-day concerns, and I pay close attention to the subtle and varied ways this can occur. I draw upon psychodynamic and schema therapy approaches to help identify and repair problematic emotional and behavioural patterns. My aim is to help you build a detailed and nuanced understanding of your relational self.
I also work with anxiety, low mood, life transitions, substance use issues, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, self-esteem and trauma (including intergenerational trauma).
Hey, I'm Dr Justin, and my practice has a focus on LGBTQIA+ wellbeing. I'm very interested in relational dynamic patterns, and how these underpin common issues that we experience during our lives. I provide a compassionate, individualised space where clients can explore how past experiences shape their present-day concerns, and I pay close attention to the subtle and varied ways this can occur. I draw upon psychodynamic and schema therapy approaches to help identify and repair problematic emotional and behavioural patterns. My aim is to help you build a detailed and nuanced understanding of your relational self.
0411 742 636 View 0411 742 636
Sharon Weingarten
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships. She is passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for her clients using a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapy approach.  Sharon brings a wealth of experience to her work with both couples and individuals, skilfully navigating a diverse array of issues that can strain relationships. This includes helping clients to improve communication, de-escalate conflict, strengthen connection, navigate life transitions, address parenting concerns, and manage discrepancies in sexual desire.
Sharon has a Masters Degree in Counselling, specialising in relationships. She is passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for her clients using a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental therapy approach.  Sharon brings a wealth of experience to her work with both couples and individuals, skilfully navigating a diverse array of issues that can strain relationships. This includes helping clients to improve communication, de-escalate conflict, strengthen connection, navigate life transitions, address parenting concerns, and manage discrepancies in sexual desire.
0459 883 205 View 0459 883 205
Jade Araujo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work primarily with adults experiencing trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties and anxiety, as well as those seeking greater understanding of ADHD or autism.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT and Schema Therapy to support recovery from trauma, strengthen emotional wellbeing and improve relationships. Alongside my clinical work, I hold a Master's degree in Behavioural Neuroscience and am currently undertaking doctoral research, bringing both clinical and scientific perspectives to my practice.
I work primarily with adults experiencing trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties and anxiety, as well as those seeking greater understanding of ADHD or autism.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR, CBT and Schema Therapy to support recovery from trauma, strengthen emotional wellbeing and improve relationships. Alongside my clinical work, I hold a Master's degree in Behavioural Neuroscience and am currently undertaking doctoral research, bringing both clinical and scientific perspectives to my practice.
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Lucy Adlard
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Her clinical interests include behaviour change and addictions, emotional regulation, anxiety (in all its forms), sleep, and mood and personality disorders.
Lucy adapts her therapeutic style to suit each individual, drawing from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Her clinical interests include behaviour change and addictions, emotional regulation, anxiety (in all its forms), sleep, and mood and personality disorders.
Lucy adapts her therapeutic style to suit each individual, drawing from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
(03) 9605 3535 View (03) 9605 3535
Jeff Roberts
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am able to support my male with interpersonal issues, work stress, anxiety and depression and sexual dysfunction.
I am also experienced in conducting adult ADHD and Adult ASD Assessments as well as providing psychological counselling.
I am able to support my male with interpersonal issues, work stress, anxiety and depression and sexual dysfunction.
I am also experienced in conducting adult ADHD and Adult ASD Assessments as well as providing psychological counselling.
(03) 7003 2535 View (03) 7003 2535
Dr Maddy Fernando
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
I offer a warm, affirming environment where we work toward the changes that matter most to you. I draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and gentle body-based approaches like vagus nerve yoga to support regulation and healing, especially after complex trauma. For children, I adapt these methods into playful, creative activities.
I help with common challenges like anxiety, low mood, stress, and adjusting to major life changes, as well as more complex concerns including trauma recovery, navigating neurodivergence (i.e ADHD, autism), borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, and obsessive or compulsive behaviours—focusing on meaningful, lasting change.
I offer a warm, affirming environment where we work toward the changes that matter most to you. I draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and gentle body-based approaches like vagus nerve yoga to support regulation and healing, especially after complex trauma. For children, I adapt these methods into playful, creative activities.
0426 415 617 View 0426 415 617
Rosa Ickowicz
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have over 30 years of experience working as a psychologist and have been working with a wide variety of clients including children, adolescents and adults. My approach is client centered and my aims are to assist clients towards positive outcomes according to theirneeds. I am also registered and experienced AHPRA supervisor and am currently supervising other psychologists.
I have over 30 years of experience working as a psychologist and have been working with a wide variety of clients including children, adolescents and adults. My approach is client centered and my aims are to assist clients towards positive outcomes according to theirneeds. I am also registered and experienced AHPRA supervisor and am currently supervising other psychologists.
(03) 7003 2527 View (03) 7003 2527
Dr Shalya Hirschson
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
Drawing on a number of theoretical frameworks & approaches, my areas of special interest include assessment, parenting support, training and professional development, learning difficulties, behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, ASD and ADHD. I also work with relationship difficulties, divorce, life adjustment and medical conditions.
I help clients develop skills to manage their discomfort, pain, uncertainty and fear, to facilitate change in their lives and improve their overall sense of well-being.
Drawing on a number of theoretical frameworks & approaches, my areas of special interest include assessment, parenting support, training and professional development, learning difficulties, behavioral challenges, trauma, depression, grief, anxiety, ASD and ADHD. I also work with relationship difficulties, divorce, life adjustment and medical conditions.
(03) 9988 1271 View (03) 9988 1271
Boost Wellness
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
They want clarity, emotional support, and practical tools to manage anxiety, build resilience, and reconnect with what matters.
I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can pause, reflect, and find your way forward. Drawing on CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support you to manage anxiety, navigate change, and reconnect with your strengths. My focus is always on practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs — so you can build resilience, gain clarity,
They want clarity, emotional support, and practical tools to manage anxiety, build resilience, and reconnect with what matters.
I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can pause, reflect, and find your way forward. Drawing on CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, I support you to manage anxiety, navigate change, and reconnect with your strengths. My focus is always on practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs — so you can build resilience, gain clarity,
(03) 9524 3120 View (03) 9524 3120
Kate Rooney
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Kate, an experienced Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about empowering children, teens and their families to navigate emotional challenges, harness their strengths and develop new skills for a brighter, more resilient future. I have extensive experience in private and public mental health settings and have been privileged to work with children and teens who are struggling with a broad range of emotional, social, behavioural, developmental and/or relational difficulties.
Hi, I'm Kate, an experienced Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about empowering children, teens and their families to navigate emotional challenges, harness their strengths and develop new skills for a brighter, more resilient future. I have extensive experience in private and public mental health settings and have been privileged to work with children and teens who are struggling with a broad range of emotional, social, behavioural, developmental and/or relational difficulties.
0425 154 318 View 0425 154 318