Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Shepparton, VIC

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Full Colour Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Shepparton, VIC 3630
Are you... questioning long-held beliefs? integrating a neurodivergence diagnosis? exploring your sexuality or gender? adjusting to chronic illness, disability or perimenopause? healing from religious trauma? exhausted from caring for others while neglecting yourself? And... feeling lost or stuck & wanting change? ready to stop forcing yourself into boxes that you don't fit in? ready to find self-acceptance amid complexity? wanting someone who won't pathologise your experiences but will validate them? wanting help with managing anxiety, building self-worth & communicating authentically? needing someone who 'gets' you?
Are you... questioning long-held beliefs? integrating a neurodivergence diagnosis? exploring your sexuality or gender? adjusting to chronic illness, disability or perimenopause? healing from religious trauma? exhausted from caring for others while neglecting yourself? And... feeling lost or stuck & wanting change? ready to stop forcing yourself into boxes that you don't fit in? ready to find self-acceptance amid complexity? wanting someone who won't pathologise your experiences but will validate them? wanting help with managing anxiety, building self-worth & communicating authentically? needing someone who 'gets' you?
(03) 4829 3849 View (03) 4829 3849
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Zhuoyue Echo Wu
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Shepparton, VIC 3630
Using evidence-based techniques like ACT, DBT and mindfulness, with tools to break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, and foster self-awareness.
Starting therapy takes courage, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate space for growth. My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding. They long to break unhelpful patterns, build confidence, and cultivate healthier relationships. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help them navigate challenges, develop coping tools, and foster self-compassion. My goal is to empower clients to move from struggle to fulfillment, embracing a more authentic and balanced life.
Using evidence-based techniques like ACT, DBT and mindfulness, with tools to break unhelpful patterns, build resilience, and foster self-awareness.
Starting therapy takes courage, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate space for growth. My ideal client feels stuck—struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions—seeking clarity, relief, and self-understanding. They long to break unhelpful patterns, build confidence, and cultivate healthier relationships. Using an integrative, client-centered approach, I help them navigate challenges, develop coping tools, and foster self-compassion. My goal is to empower clients to move from struggle to fulfillment, embracing a more authentic and balanced life.
(03) 4828 9627 View (03) 4828 9627
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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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Isabella McLeod
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(03) 8652 7222 View (03) 8652 7222
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Andrea Morrison
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
(08) 6835 6271 View (08) 6835 6271
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M Heywood-Lane
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
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 do face-to-face and Zoom supervision for those who require it as well as run a Zoom Group Supervision Meeting bi-monthly.
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 do face-to-face and Zoom supervision for those who require it as well as run a Zoom Group Supervision Meeting bi-monthly.
(03) 4328 3936 View (03) 4328 3936
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The Bendigo Rainbow Hub
Psychiatrist, FRANZCP
Serves Area
I work well with people who have experienced trauma, neurodivergence, and have a commitment to improving their mental health. I offer ADHD and autism assessments as well as general psychiatry for the neurodivergent and LGBTIQ+ communities of Central Victoria and beyond.
I work well with people who have experienced trauma, neurodivergence, and have a commitment to improving their mental health. I offer ADHD and autism assessments as well as general psychiatry for the neurodivergent and LGBTIQ+ communities of Central Victoria and beyond.
(03) 5449 7610 View (03) 5449 7610
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Hope Serenity Therapy
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
My approach is flexible, tailored to suit each client's unique journey integrating different modalities like CBT, DBT, strengths-based & mindfulness.
Hi, I am Grace Tiri, I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the challenges of living in a new culture. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, immigrants or NDIS participants seeking support with emotional regulation, identity, or daily challenges. I also support individuals experiencing workplace issues. Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, isolated, or exhausted. They want to feel understood, find balance, and reconnect with themselves. Their goals may include healing from past experiences, finding clarity and confidence in both their personal and professional life.
My approach is flexible, tailored to suit each client's unique journey integrating different modalities like CBT, DBT, strengths-based & mindfulness.
Hi, I am Grace Tiri, I work with individuals who are navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and the challenges of living in a new culture. Many of my clients are trauma survivors, immigrants or NDIS participants seeking support with emotional regulation, identity, or daily challenges. I also support individuals experiencing workplace issues. Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, isolated, or exhausted. They want to feel understood, find balance, and reconnect with themselves. Their goals may include healing from past experiences, finding clarity and confidence in both their personal and professional life.
(08) 7943 6229 View (08) 7943 6229
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Holth Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Kristian is passionate about empowering clients to navigate life’s challenges and to ultimately live a meaningful life. 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. He also has experience working with individuals with functional neurological disorders, epilepsy, acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions.
Kristian is passionate about empowering clients to navigate life’s challenges and to ultimately live a meaningful life. 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. He also has experience working with individuals with functional neurological disorders, epilepsy, acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions.
(03) 4422 4270 View (03) 4422 4270
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Greta Ludwig Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Greta is a passionate therapist who provides an authentic, honest and trusting space where life's experiences can be shared. I work from the biopsychosocial model of health, which is essentially looking at how our biology (for example, genetics, physiology, physical injury), psychological factors (for example, emotions, beliefs, temperament), social factors (for example, cultural background, social support, family dynamics) interact.
Greta is a passionate therapist who provides an authentic, honest and trusting space where life's experiences can be shared. I work from the biopsychosocial model of health, which is essentially looking at how our biology (for example, genetics, physiology, physical injury), psychological factors (for example, emotions, beliefs, temperament), social factors (for example, cultural background, social support, family dynamics) interact.
(03) 4236 3217 View (03) 4236 3217
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Connect 2 Thrive
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
With 20+ years’ experience across community organisations, schools, community health, private practice, therapeutic care, and NDIS capacity building, I incorporate EMDR, interpersonal therapy, DBT-informed strategies, relaxation techniques, & psychoeducation to support lasting change
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).
With 20+ years’ experience across community organisations, schools, community health, private practice, therapeutic care, and NDIS capacity building, I incorporate EMDR, interpersonal therapy, DBT-informed strategies, relaxation techniques, & psychoeducation to support lasting change
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).
(02) 5943 9365 View (02) 5943 9365
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Olivia Clayton - Collected Minds
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
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.
(08) 6800 6363 View (08) 6800 6363
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Chelsea Luxford
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Do you or your child struggle with "negative" thoughts and struggling to accept parts of yourself that you consider "bad"? Together, we can unpack your internal family system and work on leading a calmer, more balanced life. We will reshape your beliefs about happiness and equip you with tools to handle life's inevitable pain, helping you build resilience and self-acceptance.
Do you or your child struggle with "negative" thoughts and struggling to accept parts of yourself that you consider "bad"? Together, we can unpack your internal family system and work on leading a calmer, more balanced life. We will reshape your beliefs about happiness and equip you with tools to handle life's inevitable pain, helping you build resilience and self-acceptance.
(03) 4823 8511 View (03) 4823 8511

More Therapists Nearby

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Amelia Slater
Social Worker, AMHSW
Numurkah, VIC 3636
She utilises a range of focussed psychological strategies, such as CBT, EMDR, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Stregths, Play, Nature and Arts-based approaches.
• Mental Health Social Work • Autism & ADHD capacity building • EMDR & Trauma Therapy • Counselling • Creative Therapies • Nature Based Therapy • LGBTIQA+ Support • Assessments & Reports • Family Services • Group Therapy • Workshops • Professional Supervision • Consultation • EAP • Clinical Contracting • Professional Development • Workplace Wellbeing
She utilises a range of focussed psychological strategies, such as CBT, EMDR, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Stregths, Play, Nature and Arts-based approaches.
• Mental Health Social Work • Autism & ADHD capacity building • EMDR & Trauma Therapy • Counselling • Creative Therapies • Nature Based Therapy • LGBTIQA+ Support • Assessments & Reports • Family Services • Group Therapy • Workshops • Professional Supervision • Consultation • EAP • Clinical Contracting • Professional Development • Workplace Wellbeing
(03) 4828 3984 View (03) 4828 3984

Online Therapists

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Sarah Rodda - Daylight Psychology Studio
Psychologist, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Coburg, VIC 3058
I take a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy and trauma-informed therapies.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
I take a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy and trauma-informed therapies.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
(03) 7003 2668 View (03) 7003 2668
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CuriousNeuro Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Coburg, VIC 3058
Hi, I’m Rachel, founder of CuriousNeuro Counselling. I offer counselling and coaching for neurodivergent adults, including ADHD, Autistic and AuDHD adults, with a special interest in late identification and the perinatal period. I support clients with overwhelm, sensory overload, burnout, rejection sensitivity, anxiety, low mood, work, relationships and parenting. Together, we make sense of what’s going on and build practical, nervous-system-friendly supports for more ease, self-understanding and confidence.
Hi, I’m Rachel, founder of CuriousNeuro Counselling. I offer counselling and coaching for neurodivergent adults, including ADHD, Autistic and AuDHD adults, with a special interest in late identification and the perinatal period. I support clients with overwhelm, sensory overload, burnout, rejection sensitivity, anxiety, low mood, work, relationships and parenting. Together, we make sense of what’s going on and build practical, nervous-system-friendly supports for more ease, self-understanding and confidence.
(03) 7303 3183 View (03) 7303 3183
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Dr Katrina McKie
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA Prov
Croydon, VIC 3136
Hello! I am a registered psychologist and support children, adolescents and their families in the Outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne and the Yarra Valley. I enjoy supporting child/adolescent clients who are experiencing challenges such as emotional dysregulation, social difficulties, inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, or learning problems. Perhaps an educator or other health professional has suggested your child may be neurodivergent and you are seeking support and clarity around potential next steps? Or maybe you have concerns about how your child interacts within the world, socially or academically?
Hello! I am a registered psychologist and support children, adolescents and their families in the Outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne and the Yarra Valley. I enjoy supporting child/adolescent clients who are experiencing challenges such as emotional dysregulation, social difficulties, inattention, hyperactivity, anxiety, or learning problems. Perhaps an educator or other health professional has suggested your child may be neurodivergent and you are seeking support and clarity around potential next steps? Or maybe you have concerns about how your child interacts within the world, socially or academically?
(03) 8203 5425 View (03) 8203 5425
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Patricia Toczek
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
My approach is both eclectic and compassionate encompassing different therapeutic styles including DBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, ACT, Systemic and Interpersonal Therapies.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s transitions, manage mental health challenges, and heal from trauma. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist, with over 15 years of experience across public health and private practice, I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach that empowers you to regain control, find grounding, and create meaningful connections. I offer compassionate, holistic care tailored to your unique story and goals.
My approach is both eclectic and compassionate encompassing different therapeutic styles including DBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, ACT, Systemic and Interpersonal Therapies.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s transitions, manage mental health challenges, and heal from trauma. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist, with over 15 years of experience across public health and private practice, I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach that empowers you to regain control, find grounding, and create meaningful connections. I offer compassionate, holistic care tailored to your unique story and goals.
(03) 7003 2706 View (03) 7003 2706
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Dettie Onus Browne
Social Worker, AMHSW
Northcote, VIC 3070
I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families, supporting people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and faiths. I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame. Couples and families I work with often come for support with communication challenges, reoccurring conflict, parenting stress, navigating changes in relationship dynamics, or repairing connection after ruptures.
I offer therapy for individuals, couples, and families, supporting people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and faiths. I'm experienced working with people of all age groups, across a range of areas including but not limited to: anxiety, complex trauma, stress, burnout, grief, family conflict, identity-related challenges, depression, substance use, family violence, low-confidence and chronic shame. Couples and families I work with often come for support with communication challenges, reoccurring conflict, parenting stress, navigating changes in relationship dynamics, or repairing connection after ruptures.
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Sarah Elliott
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Doncaster East, VIC 3109
Specialising in high risk children, adolescents and young adults. Self harm, suicidality, complex trauma, relational trauma. Clinical family assessment and therapy. Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families. Covid related anxiety.
Specialising in high risk children, adolescents and young adults. Self harm, suicidality, complex trauma, relational trauma. Clinical family assessment and therapy. Anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorder, parenting challenges, online issues, separated families. Covid related anxiety.
(03) 8771 4151 View (03) 8771 4151
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.

Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.

What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.