Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Shepparton, VIC
I can help you with: anxiety, depression, grief, identity concerns, life transitions, relationships, and couples counselling.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others. Perhaps you're navigating grief, anxiety, identity concerns, or the pressure to keep everything together while struggling inside. You want clarity, relief, and to feel more like yourself again. You’re seeking space to talk openly, be heard without judgement, and explore what matters to you with someone who will walk alongside you, not direct you. You're not broken you just need a place to be understood.
I can help you with: anxiety, depression, grief, identity concerns, life transitions, relationships, and couples counselling.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others. Perhaps you're navigating grief, anxiety, identity concerns, or the pressure to keep everything together while struggling inside. You want clarity, relief, and to feel more like yourself again. You’re seeking space to talk openly, be heard without judgement, and explore what matters to you with someone who will walk alongside you, not direct you. You're not broken you just need a place to be understood.
If you are someone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, perhaps navigating trauma, chronic stress, or the impact of domestic violence. You may feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, be seeking emotional stability, healthier relationships, and a reconnection with your inner strength. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be truly seen and supported as you work toward healing, clarity, and lasting personal change.
If you are someone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, perhaps navigating trauma, chronic stress, or the impact of domestic violence. You may feel disconnected, unheard, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, be seeking emotional stability, healthier relationships, and a reconnection with your inner strength. You deserve a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be truly seen and supported as you work toward healing, clarity, and lasting personal change.
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues (+ others) and have been on a waitlist and it's taking forever to see someone?
Our Psychologists are down to earth and we're available every day for video and telephone counselling. There’s $0 to $25 gap fee for anyone with an Australian Medicare, and a Mental Health Care Plan referral from your GP.
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues (+ others) and have been on a waitlist and it's taking forever to see someone?
Our Psychologists are down to earth and we're available every day for video and telephone counselling. There’s $0 to $25 gap fee for anyone with an Australian Medicare, and a Mental Health Care Plan referral from your GP.
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.
Hi, I'm Jordan and I am a registered Psychologist located in Ballarat, Victoria. I work with people over the age of 16 in enhancing the quality of their life, from boosting their confidence, building healthier relationships to finding more meaning and purpose in their lives. Supporting people to achieve their mental health goals by empowering them to overcome personal challenges and build resilience is something I'm passionate about.
Hi I am a clinical psychologist and director of Collected Minds.
Collected Minds is an online psychology practice that provides high-quality psychological support to people in rural areas by Zoom or phone. Originating from rural Victoria ourselves, we really care about people being able to find the right mental health support, when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
We are a team of four psychologists, a mental health social worker and two GPs who work with children and adolescents (10+), adults and couples.
Hi I am a clinical psychologist and director of Collected Minds.
Collected Minds is an online psychology practice that provides high-quality psychological support to people in rural areas by Zoom or phone. Originating from rural Victoria ourselves, we really care about people being able to find the right mental health support, when they need it, and in a way they can access it.
We are a team of four psychologists, a mental health social worker and two GPs who work with children and adolescents (10+), adults and couples.
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.
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 work from a holistic, strengths-based approach to help empower you on your journey whilst using various evidence based techniques to support the process such as CBT, ACT and trauma informed techniques such as PE and EMDR. I am flexible in offering telehealth and face to face appointments and will be guided by your needs.
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 work from a holistic, strengths-based approach to help empower you on your journey whilst using various evidence based techniques to support the process such as CBT, ACT and trauma informed techniques such as PE and EMDR. I am flexible in offering telehealth and face to face appointments and will be guided by your needs.
I am a clinical psychologist who supports new and expectant fathers and mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety, birth trauma, perinatal loss, and the identity shifts that come with becoming a parent. I enjoy supporting parents to adjust, develop confidence in themselves, and build a stronger connection with their baby. I also have a growing practice offering psychological and educational assessments for school-aged children across Melbourne and Shepparton. These assessments help families, educators, and support services better understand how a child thinks, learns, and experiences the world.
I am a clinical psychologist who supports new and expectant fathers and mothers experiencing low mood, anxiety, birth trauma, perinatal loss, and the identity shifts that come with becoming a parent. I enjoy supporting parents to adjust, develop confidence in themselves, and build a stronger connection with their baby. I also have a growing practice offering psychological and educational assessments for school-aged children across Melbourne and Shepparton. These assessments help families, educators, and support services better understand how a child thinks, learns, and experiences the world.
My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding.
I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with a compassionate, client-centered approach. Using evidence-based techniques like ACT, DBT and mindfulness, with tools to break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, and foster self-awareness. My goal is to support lasting change, help clients create more balanced, fulfilling life.
My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding.
I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with a compassionate, client-centered approach. Using evidence-based techniques like ACT, DBT and mindfulness, with tools to break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, and foster self-awareness. My goal is to support lasting change, help clients create more balanced, fulfilling life.
Smitha Vincent, EMDR & Somatic Therapy, Shepparton
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Shepparton, VIC 3630
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
I support people across the lifespan who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying the weight of life, including anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I work with neurodivergent individuals, women navigating multiple roles and transitions, and those who have experienced developmental trauma or interpersonal violence, supporting emotional regulation, insight, and meaningful change.
A referral is not required, but I accept referrals via Mental Health Care Plans, self or plan-managed NDIS, TAC, and Victim Services (Vic and NSW).
I support people across the lifespan who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or carrying the weight of life, including anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. I work with neurodivergent individuals, women navigating multiple roles and transitions, and those who have experienced developmental trauma or interpersonal violence, supporting emotional regulation, insight, and meaningful change.
A referral is not required, but I accept referrals via Mental Health Care Plans, self or plan-managed NDIS, TAC, and Victim Services (Vic and NSW).
I am a registered holistic counsellor offering a compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed approach to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. With advanced training in Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Counselling, I help partners deepen connection, enhance communication, and navigate conflict and betrayal with empathy and skill. I also bring expertise in nervous system regulation, supporting recovery from trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.
I am a registered holistic counsellor offering a compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed approach to support individuals and couples through life’s challenges. With advanced training in Level 3 Gottman Method Couples Counselling, I help partners deepen connection, enhance communication, and navigate conflict and betrayal with empathy and skill. I also bring expertise in nervous system regulation, supporting recovery from trauma, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm.
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.
Brianna King is a compassionate and experienced therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful change in their lives, relationships, and families. She supports individuals, couples, and parents to break unhelpful patterns, develop self-awareness, and build stronger, healthier connections.
Brianna King is a compassionate and experienced therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful change in their lives, relationships, and families. She supports individuals, couples, and parents to break unhelpful patterns, develop self-awareness, and build stronger, healthier connections.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
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.
I currently offer telehealth psychology appointments, with weekday availability. Sessions can be held via video, phone, or secure messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable for you.
I work with older children, adolescents, and adults who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting to better understand themselves. This includes support for anxiety, low mood, neurodiversity (including Autism and ADHD), body image and fitness-related challenges, sexuality, relationships, and life transitions. I also have experience in assessing both Autism and ADHD using neuroaffirming approaches.
I currently offer telehealth psychology appointments, with weekday availability. Sessions can be held via video, phone, or secure messaging, depending on what feels most comfortable for you.
I work with older children, adolescents, and adults who may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting to better understand themselves. This includes support for anxiety, low mood, neurodiversity (including Autism and ADHD), body image and fitness-related challenges, sexuality, relationships, and life transitions. I also have experience in assessing both Autism and ADHD using neuroaffirming approaches.
I also enjoy working with clients experiencing OCD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, tic symptoms, and dissociative symptoms.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals.
My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
I also enjoy working with clients experiencing OCD, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, tic symptoms, and dissociative symptoms.
Hello! I'm Natalie, the principal psychologist at mint psychology. I enjoy working with clients to improve their wellbeing and help them achieve their goals.
My approach focuses on ensuring clients feel comfortable, supported, and respected, while working collaboratively to facilitate growth and change. I emphasise transparent communication and ensure all treatment plans and sessions are tailored to the individual clients' needs and preferences. My main therapy modalities include CBT and ACT, though I incorporate concepts from various other approaches such as schema or solution-focused therapy to meet the client's needs.
I have an interest and qualifications in several different fields of counselling including, but not limited to trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship counselling, grief and bereavement and Male Family Violence.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master of Social Work, Master in Counselling and Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology and have been running a successful practice since 2002. I look to ensure a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship putting people at ease and providing a safe non-judgmental environment. I work with people registered with NDIS, DVA, Work Safe, GP Referral and Self Referral. I do not charge a gap for people with social services cards. I am skilled in several psychological frameworks including CBT, DBT and EFT (tapping).
I have an interest and qualifications in several different fields of counselling including, but not limited to trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship counselling, grief and bereavement and Male Family Violence.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Master of Social Work, Master in Counselling and Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology and have been running a successful practice since 2002. I look to ensure a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship putting people at ease and providing a safe non-judgmental environment. I work with people registered with NDIS, DVA, Work Safe, GP Referral and Self Referral. I do not charge a gap for people with social services cards. I am skilled in several psychological frameworks including CBT, DBT and EFT (tapping).
He helps neurotypical and neurodiverse adolescents and adults with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, life adjustment, chronic health conditions, and issues particularly impactful for minority groups.
As an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist, Kristian is also available for neuropsychological assessments for adolescents and adults for a range of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactive Disorder diagnosis, characterisation of cognitive and/ or academic strengths and weaknesses and diagnosis of cognitive issues.
He helps neurotypical and neurodiverse adolescents and adults with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, life adjustment, chronic health conditions, and issues particularly impactful for minority groups.
As an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist, Kristian is also available for neuropsychological assessments for adolescents and adults for a range of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactive Disorder diagnosis, characterisation of cognitive and/ or academic strengths and weaknesses and diagnosis of cognitive issues.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.