Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Sassafras, VIC
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
My interest lies in supporting people who are grieving, feeling overwhelmed or lost, struggling with painful relationship dynamics, or facing any of life's many transitions. I provide a gentle, non-judgemental space for you to talk, explore your emotions and feelings, learn new coping skills, and come to some clarity on the issues you've brought to counselling.
My interest lies in supporting people who are grieving, feeling overwhelmed or lost, struggling with painful relationship dynamics, or facing any of life's many transitions. I provide a gentle, non-judgemental space for you to talk, explore your emotions and feelings, learn new coping skills, and come to some clarity on the issues you've brought to counselling.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults improve their mental health and well-being.
I provide personalised psychological treatment and assessment, using a psychodynamic approach that integrates elements of cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapy. This evidence-based, client-centred method highlights the relational and interpersonal factors that affect mental health and shape well-being.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults improve their mental health and well-being.
I provide personalised psychological treatment and assessment, using a psychodynamic approach that integrates elements of cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapy. This evidence-based, client-centred method highlights the relational and interpersonal factors that affect mental health and shape well-being.
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Do you frequently worry that your romantic partner won’t care about you as much as you care about them? Or that they won't love you for who you are or be there for you if you open up to them? If you're hoping to feel safe, loved, and accepted in your relationship or friendships, but you can never find people who make you feel this or you never give them the chance to do so, you likely have an attachment issue. I specialise in working with insecure attachment styles, working to help clients find security in a relationship for the first time and to develop a healthier, kinder view of themselves.
Do you frequently worry that your romantic partner won’t care about you as much as you care about them? Or that they won't love you for who you are or be there for you if you open up to them? If you're hoping to feel safe, loved, and accepted in your relationship or friendships, but you can never find people who make you feel this or you never give them the chance to do so, you likely have an attachment issue. I specialise in working with insecure attachment styles, working to help clients find security in a relationship for the first time and to develop a healthier, kinder view of themselves.
Many of us feel anxious about the future and regret aspects of our past. We can also spend a lot of energy trying to control things that are not actually within our control. At the same time we can feel that things that we have no power over states of mind such as panic attacks or phobias. We can feel anxious about feeling anxious! We want to live the best life we can but we're just not sure how to do that. Chronic anxiety, shame and anger are barriers to finding solutions for the best way forward, for being the best versions of ourselves. Learn more www.drdebbennett.com.au
Many of us feel anxious about the future and regret aspects of our past. We can also spend a lot of energy trying to control things that are not actually within our control. At the same time we can feel that things that we have no power over states of mind such as panic attacks or phobias. We can feel anxious about feeling anxious! We want to live the best life we can but we're just not sure how to do that. Chronic anxiety, shame and anger are barriers to finding solutions for the best way forward, for being the best versions of ourselves. Learn more www.drdebbennett.com.au
Maria provides counselling and intervention for neurodivergent and neurotypical children, young people and families (4 years+). Maria uses skills-based and cognitive-based approaches, as well as relational approaches, using Child Centre Play Therapy. Archie, a lovely Accredited Therapy dog can also be included in sessions. Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others. Maria loves to work with neurodivergent young people in neuroaffirming ways to explore their identity. Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
Maria provides counselling and intervention for neurodivergent and neurotypical children, young people and families (4 years+). Maria uses skills-based and cognitive-based approaches, as well as relational approaches, using Child Centre Play Therapy. Archie, a lovely Accredited Therapy dog can also be included in sessions. Support is provided for a wide range of common child and adolescent issues, including anxiety, depression, perfectionism, anger and others. Maria loves to work with neurodivergent young people in neuroaffirming ways to explore their identity. Maria also works with parents to help support them with parenting.
I have experience working with people across the lifespan and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and their families.
We are a psychologist and therapy dog team working to provide a welcoming, warm, safe and accepting environment to meet therapeutic goals. I am a registered psychologist with a Master's in Educational and Developmental Psychology and a Board Approved Supervisor. Luna (fondly known as Luna the Doona) & I enjoy working closely with our clients. Luna is known for her beautiful smile, hypoallergenic white fluffy coat, and high fives. We are a neuroaffirming, warm and accepting team, and have lived exierence of neurodiversity.
I have experience working with people across the lifespan and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults and their families.
We are a psychologist and therapy dog team working to provide a welcoming, warm, safe and accepting environment to meet therapeutic goals. I am a registered psychologist with a Master's in Educational and Developmental Psychology and a Board Approved Supervisor. Luna (fondly known as Luna the Doona) & I enjoy working closely with our clients. Luna is known for her beautiful smile, hypoallergenic white fluffy coat, and high fives. We are a neuroaffirming, warm and accepting team, and have lived exierence of neurodiversity.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout.
I have been a counselling psychologist for over 30 years. I conduct ADHD assessments and Reports for adults and am a qualified MAPP Practitioner trained in scientific approaches to improving well-being, and integrating positive psychology interventions (PPIs), particularly relating to reducing stress and enhancing work performance.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout.
I have been a counselling psychologist for over 30 years. I conduct ADHD assessments and Reports for adults and am a qualified MAPP Practitioner trained in scientific approaches to improving well-being, and integrating positive psychology interventions (PPIs), particularly relating to reducing stress and enhancing work performance.
Rebecca works with adolescents and adults from her consulting rooms in Frankston and also offers online sessions Australia-wide.
Building a strong, trusting relationship is an important part of her work, as it creates the foundation for therapy to be collaborative and meaningful. Rebecca draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, selecting strategies that best fit each person’s needs and goals.
Rebecca works with adolescents and adults from her consulting rooms in Frankston and also offers online sessions Australia-wide.
Building a strong, trusting relationship is an important part of her work, as it creates the foundation for therapy to be collaborative and meaningful. Rebecca draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, selecting strategies that best fit each person’s needs and goals.
Assessments Available - As a psychologist, I practice in an authentically human way, which means you will see my personality, eccentricities, my house plants and my cat during sessions. I have experience working therapeutically with people from many different backgrounds, mental health concerns and life experiences in a client-centered way.
Assessments Available - As a psychologist, I practice in an authentically human way, which means you will see my personality, eccentricities, my house plants and my cat during sessions. I have experience working therapeutically with people from many different backgrounds, mental health concerns and life experiences in a client-centered way.
I am an accredited Social Worker and Clinical Resource Therapist with more than a decade of experience across government, community and specialist clinical settings.
I have additional specialised training in EMDR, Resource Therapy, DBT and ACT. I work with individuals impacted by PTSD, Complex PTSD, single-incident trauma, attachment and relational trauma, sexual assault, family violence, and childhood abuse. In addition, I have a special interest in working with individuals with chronic and complex medical diagnosis’s such as Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTs, me/cfs.
I am an accredited Social Worker and Clinical Resource Therapist with more than a decade of experience across government, community and specialist clinical settings.
I have additional specialised training in EMDR, Resource Therapy, DBT and ACT. I work with individuals impacted by PTSD, Complex PTSD, single-incident trauma, attachment and relational trauma, sexual assault, family violence, and childhood abuse. In addition, I have a special interest in working with individuals with chronic and complex medical diagnosis’s such as Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTs, me/cfs.
Hi, I'm Mary Ellen (she/her) - ADHDer, and mother of two autistic people, with a particular interest in working with neurodivergent clients. I’m also experienced in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment to significant life transitions, illness and disability, caring for others, motherhood and personal growth and exploration.
I create a safe and non-judgemental dynamic in the therapy room, enabling me to be both supportive and challenging in my work. I support clients to grow and flourish on their own terms - I don’t set an agenda for how things should turn out or what clients should be doing.
Hi, I'm Mary Ellen (she/her) - ADHDer, and mother of two autistic people, with a particular interest in working with neurodivergent clients. I’m also experienced in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment to significant life transitions, illness and disability, caring for others, motherhood and personal growth and exploration.
I create a safe and non-judgemental dynamic in the therapy room, enabling me to be both supportive and challenging in my work. I support clients to grow and flourish on their own terms - I don’t set an agenda for how things should turn out or what clients should be doing.
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling.
Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists.
Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you.
Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
At Growth Space Co, we provide high quality- affordable counselling.
Our model is a little different. We partner with leading universities to supervise masters‑level student counsellors to become emerging and outstanding therapists.
Because of this unique partnership, we can offer affordable counselling to our community, you.
Our student counsellors bring the most current, evidence based approaches to their work, but they also bring something equally important- real life experience, professional backgrounds and a genuine commitment to supporting our community. With that level of support and heart, you're in capable hands.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by grief, burnout, or a major life transition. Maybe it's a divorce, career stress, or emotional exhaustion. I can help you take the next step toward healing. Together, we’ll work through the tough emotions, develop tools to manage anxiety, and move beyond survival mode. I blend therapeutic counselling and coaching with real-life experience and practical strategies. You’ll learn how to recover with strength, rebuild your resilience and rediscover your sense of purpose through a grounded approach that includes elements of positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy and coaching.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by grief, burnout, or a major life transition. Maybe it's a divorce, career stress, or emotional exhaustion. I can help you take the next step toward healing. Together, we’ll work through the tough emotions, develop tools to manage anxiety, and move beyond survival mode. I blend therapeutic counselling and coaching with real-life experience and practical strategies. You’ll learn how to recover with strength, rebuild your resilience and rediscover your sense of purpose through a grounded approach that includes elements of positive psychology, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy and coaching.
I provide telehealth psychology services for adults across Australia experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other mental health challenges.
As a Registered Psychologist, I provide secure telehealth therapy using evidence-informed approaches to improve wellbeing, resilience, and everyday functioning. I offer intro consultations 50 mins ($70) and 20 minutes ($35) to get to know you and ensure a good fit. This session can be booked via my website, with ongoing support tailored to your goals.
I provide telehealth psychology services for adults across Australia experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and other mental health challenges.
As a Registered Psychologist, I provide secure telehealth therapy using evidence-informed approaches to improve wellbeing, resilience, and everyday functioning. I offer intro consultations 50 mins ($70) and 20 minutes ($35) to get to know you and ensure a good fit. This session can be booked via my website, with ongoing support tailored to your goals.
I have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy.
I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD.
My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
I have 35 years experience as a clinical psychologist with older adolescents, adults & couples. I have advanced training in EMDR, hypnosis & many therapeutic frameworks including CBT, Schema Therapy, IFS & Gottman to individualise your therapy.
I work effectively with PTSD, CPTSD (eg childhood trauma), grief, perinatal & other depression, generalised anxiety, phobias, panic and perfectionism in OCD and BDD.
My approach is warm & embedded in mindfulness and attachment theory. The therapeutic relationship between you and I is the vehicle of change. I respect your vulnerability & trust. My goal is to empower you with my skills.
She offers a warm, collaborative, and client-centred approach, supporting adults across a range of presentations from complex and longstanding difficulties to more recent concerns.
Many of the people she works with present with long-standing emotional and relational difficulties, challenges with emotional regulation, and patterns that feel difficult to shift despite previous support.
She offers a warm, collaborative, and client-centred approach, supporting adults across a range of presentations from complex and longstanding difficulties to more recent concerns.
Many of the people she works with present with long-standing emotional and relational difficulties, challenges with emotional regulation, and patterns that feel difficult to shift despite previous support.
We help adults and children experiencing a range of issues.
Sellick Psychology is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering top-quality psychological care to individuals from all walks of life. Guided by our core values of compassion, courage, and connection, we strive to make a positive impact on your mental well-being.
We help adults and children experiencing a range of issues.
Sellick Psychology is a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering top-quality psychological care to individuals from all walks of life. Guided by our core values of compassion, courage, and connection, we strive to make a positive impact on your mental well-being.
One of the miraculous things about being queer or trans is that our experiences do not fit in any box. Yet at times, we find ourselves isolated and uncertain, navigating our lives without a blueprint. Whether you are courageously working to heal troubled relationships with eating and food (including intersections with gender dysphoria or neurodivergence), navigating IVF, pregnancy or miscarriage as a queer person, working out non-normative relationship structures and transitions, or seeking to connect wiith what helps you to stay alive in this world, counselling with me is a safe and trusting space to reflect, heal and grow.
One of the miraculous things about being queer or trans is that our experiences do not fit in any box. Yet at times, we find ourselves isolated and uncertain, navigating our lives without a blueprint. Whether you are courageously working to heal troubled relationships with eating and food (including intersections with gender dysphoria or neurodivergence), navigating IVF, pregnancy or miscarriage as a queer person, working out non-normative relationship structures and transitions, or seeking to connect wiith what helps you to stay alive in this world, counselling with me is a safe and trusting space to reflect, heal and grow.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Australia hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Psychologists must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist, General Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.