Alcohol Use Psychologists and Therapists in Shepparton, VIC

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Clair Sara Martin
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
(02) 5944 5487 View (02) 5944 5487
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KerryAnn Henry -Individual & Couples Therapy
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
Trauma is healed using safe somatic trauma therapies. Never too late to recover. Highly skilled effective trauma therapy is essential. You'll feel safe & valued finding no blaming or shaming. Your issues & relationship problems are normal impacts of trauma & solvable. I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief. Positive change occurs from the first session. There is nothing wrong with you -you just have trauma impacts- not your fault & fixable. You'll find me compassionate, curious & calm.
(02) 5503 9341 View (02) 5503 9341
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Jamie Camamile
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
With over 10 years experience I work with a range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, grief and loss, interpersonal issues, sleep assistance and work place injuries. I also have a strong interest and experience working with trauma, including veterans and both survivors and perpetrators of family violence. I am a strong believer in positive psychology and the concept of accessing psychological support to accomplish self-growth.
With over 10 years experience I work with a range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, grief and loss, interpersonal issues, sleep assistance and work place injuries. I also have a strong interest and experience working with trauma, including veterans and both survivors and perpetrators of family violence. I am a strong believer in positive psychology and the concept of accessing psychological support to accomplish self-growth.
(03) 4713 9244 View (03) 4713 9244
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Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I support people who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck. As a registered counsellor in Echuca and psychosocial recovery coach, I offer trauma‑informed counselling that feels safe, warm, and grounded. At Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support, I help clients understand their patterns, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild self‑trust. Together we create practical, sustainable change so you can feel more like yourself again.
I support people who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck. As a registered counsellor in Echuca and psychosocial recovery coach, I offer trauma‑informed counselling that feels safe, warm, and grounded. At Flourish Counselling & Psychosocial Support, I help clients understand their patterns, regulate their nervous system, and rebuild self‑trust. Together we create practical, sustainable change so you can feel more like yourself again.
(03) 4421 6530 View (03) 4421 6530
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Ease of Mind Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I have over 15 years experience working with adults experiencing drug and alcohol use, anger and behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, mental illness, family breakdowns and trauma.
I get that talking or opening up is daunting for many people! For over 15 years I’ve supported people wanting to enhance the way they deal with life's challenges or make changes to themself no longer serving them well. My approach is to provide practical support to get you feeling some ease and relief, both efficiently and affordably. This includes resources to use outside of the sessions in your everyday life. I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
I have over 15 years experience working with adults experiencing drug and alcohol use, anger and behavioural issues, anxiety, depression, mental illness, family breakdowns and trauma.
I get that talking or opening up is daunting for many people! For over 15 years I’ve supported people wanting to enhance the way they deal with life's challenges or make changes to themself no longer serving them well. My approach is to provide practical support to get you feeling some ease and relief, both efficiently and affordably. This includes resources to use outside of the sessions in your everyday life. I have extensive experience working with substance use, anger, anxiety, low mood, stress and more with both men and women.
(03) 4327 9683 View (03) 4327 9683
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Prodigal Family Services
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, Counsellor, Christian Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over twelve years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and ten years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
Hi, my name is Murray. I'm an Addiction Specialist, Counsellor, Christian Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. With an extensive background in addictions, my knowledge of the topic reaches beyond the norm having lived my own personal experience seeking help and residential rehabilitation for a drug and alcohol addiction and deteriorating mental health as a young adult. I have over twelve years’ professional experience in the Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) sector, and ten years professional experience as a counsellor, including six years living and working in a residential drug & alcohol rehabilitation centre.
(03) 8658 8900 View (03) 8658 8900
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Jack O'Sullivan
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Life can be overwhelming - stress, relationships, work pressures, and old struggles that keep resurfacing. I offer a grounded, plain-spoken talk things through, so men can get clear on what matters. The counselling I provide is high-quality and caters to regional rural men across Victoria, including Shepparton, Seymour, and Benalla. You are not expected to have the answers, just open to try getting things back on track
Life can be overwhelming - stress, relationships, work pressures, and old struggles that keep resurfacing. I offer a grounded, plain-spoken talk things through, so men can get clear on what matters. The counselling I provide is high-quality and caters to regional rural men across Victoria, including Shepparton, Seymour, and Benalla. You are not expected to have the answers, just open to try getting things back on track
(03) 4713 5401 View (03) 4713 5401

Online Therapists

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Q Soma Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Brunswick East, VIC 3057
Waitlist for new clients
The people I support often identify as LGBTIAQ+ and are also neurodivergent and/or have experienced various forms of trauma and family violence. I am also fiercely sex and sex-worker positive! My name is Jodie (they/she), I'm an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) and Family Violence Counsellor, based in Melbourne and Ballarat on unceded Wurundjeri and Wadawurrung lands.
The people I support often identify as LGBTIAQ+ and are also neurodivergent and/or have experienced various forms of trauma and family violence. I am also fiercely sex and sex-worker positive! My name is Jodie (they/she), I'm an experienced Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) and Family Violence Counsellor, based in Melbourne and Ballarat on unceded Wurundjeri and Wadawurrung lands.
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Laura Kemppainen
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Northcote, VIC 3070
I have 10 years of experience and specialise in support around depression, anxiety, eating and body-image related issues, women's health and LGBTQIA+ clients (including young people exploring gender identity), and also work with many adults, adolescents and some children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. attachment, trauma, OCD, stress, alcohol use).
I primarily work with Psychodynamic talking therapy, Emotion-focused Therapy and Schema Therapy, incorporating here and now strategies and work on mindful presence and compassion. With children I incorporate play, drawing and work with systems around a child (family/school).
I have 10 years of experience and specialise in support around depression, anxiety, eating and body-image related issues, women's health and LGBTQIA+ clients (including young people exploring gender identity), and also work with many adults, adolescents and some children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. attachment, trauma, OCD, stress, alcohol use).
I primarily work with Psychodynamic talking therapy, Emotion-focused Therapy and Schema Therapy, incorporating here and now strategies and work on mindful presence and compassion. With children I incorporate play, drawing and work with systems around a child (family/school).
(03) 9020 4507 View (03) 9020 4507
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Melbournemindbodypsychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Coburg, VIC 3058
I enjoy helping people from all walks of life with various presentations including anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, anger, and PTSD. I utilise a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, whilst incorporating aspects of humanistic and psychodynamic psychotherapy, which I tailor to the individual needs of his clients. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges by developing an understanding of the connection between their experiences and their learned beliefs and behaviours. Fluent Italian speaker
I enjoy helping people from all walks of life with various presentations including anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, anger, and PTSD. I utilise a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, whilst incorporating aspects of humanistic and psychodynamic psychotherapy, which I tailor to the individual needs of his clients. I am passionate about helping people navigate life’s challenges by developing an understanding of the connection between their experiences and their learned beliefs and behaviours. Fluent Italian speaker
(03) 7003 2818 View (03) 7003 2818
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Abbie Grace Couchman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I take a relaxed and collaborative approach to therapy and aim to create a space that feels warm, supportive, and genuine. Some people come to therapy with a specific issue they want help with; others are looking to understand longer-standing patterns in themselves or their relationships. I work both short-term and longer-term, and tailor therapy to what feels most helpful. My focus is on creating a safe and honest space where change can unfold at a pace that feels right.
I take a relaxed and collaborative approach to therapy and aim to create a space that feels warm, supportive, and genuine. Some people come to therapy with a specific issue they want help with; others are looking to understand longer-standing patterns in themselves or their relationships. I work both short-term and longer-term, and tailor therapy to what feels most helpful. My focus is on creating a safe and honest space where change can unfold at a pace that feels right.
0480 032 931 View 0480 032 931
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Shagufta Chaudhary
Counsellor, MC, AAFT
Bulleen, VIC 3105
Client group come to see me with various issues, the major issues being the relationship complexities and communications. I provide the clarity and solutions jointly with them. I am passionate in providing support with relationship counselling either with the own self, between couples, between family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, listening power with empathy and love find resolution of the situation which is conveyed utilising various psychological theories and practices.
Client group come to see me with various issues, the major issues being the relationship complexities and communications. I provide the clarity and solutions jointly with them. I am passionate in providing support with relationship counselling either with the own self, between couples, between family members. I believe it’s often the open communication, listening power with empathy and love find resolution of the situation which is conveyed utilising various psychological theories and practices.
(03) 8771 4686 View (03) 8771 4686
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Sue Drummond
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Kyneton, VIC 3444
I have worked as an educator , counsellor and community development worker for 35 years .I have qualifications in Social work, Gestalt therapy , Internal Family Systems therapy and am an EMDR therapist . I have extensive experience supporting clients with depression and anxiety, grief and trauma. I support adolescents and adults . I believe that creating safety and trust between the client and myself is the most important aspect of therapy. I bring warmth and humour to my work with clients and have a gentle and empathic approach. Call me for a free 15 minute chat so you can check if I am a good fit for you .
I have worked as an educator , counsellor and community development worker for 35 years .I have qualifications in Social work, Gestalt therapy , Internal Family Systems therapy and am an EMDR therapist . I have extensive experience supporting clients with depression and anxiety, grief and trauma. I support adolescents and adults . I believe that creating safety and trust between the client and myself is the most important aspect of therapy. I bring warmth and humour to my work with clients and have a gentle and empathic approach. Call me for a free 15 minute chat so you can check if I am a good fit for you .
(03) 4422 4713 View (03) 4422 4713
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Fatma Mansoury
Social Worker
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi! I’m Fatma (she/her), I am a passionate and driven clinician eager to bring my skills in mental health and the community to support your needs. I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families. I am a committed individual who believes in providing compassionate and effective mental health support tailored to your specific needs. I aim to use my skills to contribute to positive outcomes suited to your goals and desires. My approach combines empathy, dedication, and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those I work with.
Hi! I’m Fatma (she/her), I am a passionate and driven clinician eager to bring my skills in mental health and the community to support your needs. I have hands-on experience working within a crisis mental health setting with adults as well as with youth, children, and families. I am a committed individual who believes in providing compassionate and effective mental health support tailored to your specific needs. I aim to use my skills to contribute to positive outcomes suited to your goals and desires. My approach combines empathy, dedication, and a deep commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of those I work with.
(03) 7302 8230 View (03) 7302 8230
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Hamid Babaei
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
1 Endorsed
MacLeod, VIC 3085
As a registered clinical psychotherapist with PACFA, and a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, I work with adults, children, and couples. I am also an NDIS registered behaviour support practitioner, and a WorkCover approved provider.
As a registered clinical psychotherapist with PACFA, and a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association, I work with adults, children, and couples. I am also an NDIS registered behaviour support practitioner, and a WorkCover approved provider.
(03) 8771 4210 View (03) 8771 4210
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Karen Fisher
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Croydon South, VIC 3136
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
My name is Karen, I decided to pursue a career in psychology due to a strong interest in human behaviour and helping individuals improve their mental health and wellbeing. I have always been fascinated with the connection between mind and body, and how our emotional state effects our physical wellbeing.
(03) 9068 6210 View (03) 9068 6210
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Belinda Ann Seymour-Wright
Psychologist, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and allow you to move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples and provide Board Approved supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful humans in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges (Training includes EMDR, IFS, ACT, IPT, CBT, DBT, Non-directive preganancy counselling for Medicare).
Hi I'm Belinda. I would love to get to know you and see how we can work together to make things better and allow you to move towards the life you want. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples and provide Board Approved supervision to colleagues. Over more than 25 years I have had the privilege of working with a wide range of wonderful humans in South Africa, New Zealand and now Melbourne. I look forward to getting to know you and working together, bringing what I have learnt to your unique circumstances and challenges (Training includes EMDR, IFS, ACT, IPT, CBT, DBT, Non-directive preganancy counselling for Medicare).
(03) 8400 0336 View (03) 8400 0336
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My Community Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Greensborough, VIC 3088
Janice recognises the profound suffering experienced during times of grief, loss, despair and uncertainty. Understanding that the human experience is different for all individuals allows me to tailor my support specifically for you.
Janice recognises the profound suffering experienced during times of grief, loss, despair and uncertainty. Understanding that the human experience is different for all individuals allows me to tailor my support specifically for you.
(03) 8771 4161 View (03) 8771 4161
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Marcellina Moussa
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Essendon North, VIC 3041
I’m a registered psychologist who aims to create a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself, so my focus is on building a trusting relationship where you can explore what’s going on for you openly and without judgement.
I’m a registered psychologist who aims to create a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable being yourself, so my focus is on building a trusting relationship where you can explore what’s going on for you openly and without judgement.
(03) 9007 2563 View (03) 9007 2563
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I support couples who feel disconnected and individuals who feel overwhelmed by stress, perfectionism, or emotional load. My approach is warm, grounded, and emotionally safe — a place where you can slow down, breathe, and feel understood.
I support couples who feel disconnected and individuals who feel overwhelmed by stress, perfectionism, or emotional load. My approach is warm, grounded, and emotionally safe — a place where you can slow down, breathe, and feel understood.
(03) 7302 2830 View (03) 7302 2830
Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.