Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Stawell, VIC
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma.
I’m passionate about helping people create positive change in their lives — finding practical solutions to challenges and watching them grow in confidence is what I value most about my work. I use a solution-focused therapeutic approach to help clients recognize and shift unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My practice draws on a range of evidence-
I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma.
I’m passionate about helping people create positive change in their lives — finding practical solutions to challenges and watching them grow in confidence is what I value most about my work. I use a solution-focused therapeutic approach to help clients recognize and shift unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My practice draws on a range of evidence-
Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviours, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness, anxiety and depression.
CBT, Mindfulness, Relationships, ACT, Solution-Focused, Person-centered, Grief & Loss, Behaviours, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression.
Using a person-centered approach, I work with client on relationships, conflict resolution, trauma, behaviours, adolescents, mental health disorders, mindfulness, anxiety and depression.
CBT, Mindfulness, Relationships, ACT, Solution-Focused, Person-centered, Grief & Loss, Behaviours, Mental Health, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression.
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I support children, adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, stress, life transitions, and other mental health challenges.
As a multilingual practitioner, I am fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, enabling me to provide therapy in the language clients feel most comfortable using and helping to reduce barriers to accessing quality mental health support.
I support children, adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, stress, life transitions, and other mental health challenges.
As a multilingual practitioner, I am fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, enabling me to provide therapy in the language clients feel most comfortable using and helping to reduce barriers to accessing quality mental health support.
I am a registered Psychologist and a Gestalt psychotherapist, specialising in a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. With over 25 years of experience in the fields of psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and supervision, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and insightful therapeutic journey for each of my clients. My commitment is to provide a compassionate and empowering environment where clients can gain clarity, develop self-awareness, and find meaningful ways to address their concerns.
I am a registered Psychologist and a Gestalt psychotherapist, specialising in a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. With over 25 years of experience in the fields of psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, and supervision, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and insightful therapeutic journey for each of my clients. My commitment is to provide a compassionate and empowering environment where clients can gain clarity, develop self-awareness, and find meaningful ways to address their concerns.
I bring lived experience of autism, ADHD, PTSD, and depression to our therapeutic relationship.
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 bring lived experience of autism, ADHD, PTSD, and depression to our therapeutic relationship.
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.
Online Therapists
I provide therapy and specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, complex trauma, and sleep disturbance.
Consultations include evidence-based counselling therapies, assessment of your mental health, treatment planning, education, and holistic health support.
I provide therapy and specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, complex trauma, and sleep disturbance.
Consultations include evidence-based counselling therapies, assessment of your mental health, treatment planning, education, and holistic health support.
I have a particular interest in the supporting individuals during periods of transition and adjustment. My background includes clinical intervention within the perinatal space, supporting families during the planning, antenatal and postnatal period. Specifically, supporting families experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and grief and loss in the perinatal space. This also expands beyond the perinatal space into parenting and adulthood.
I also have a keen interest in supporting individuals during their transition into early adulthood within a compassionate and future driven lens.
I have a particular interest in the supporting individuals during periods of transition and adjustment. My background includes clinical intervention within the perinatal space, supporting families during the planning, antenatal and postnatal period. Specifically, supporting families experiencing anxiety, depression, adjustment disorder and grief and loss in the perinatal space. This also expands beyond the perinatal space into parenting and adulthood.
I also have a keen interest in supporting individuals during their transition into early adulthood within a compassionate and future driven lens.
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I have more than 20 years experience with complex mental health issues across the age spectrum. I offer a kind, empathetic service to families and individuals using my skills as a family therapist and mental health clinician. I welcome individuals and families who represent marginalised communities, (neurodiverse, LGBTQIA, culturally diverse, and anyone who has ever been “othered”) and provide a service that is inclusive and affirming whilst utilising an anti racist and decolonized lens.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, work stress, and performance enhancement.
Hi, I'm Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick and Daylesford.
If you've been carrying trauma, anxiety, or relational pain for a long time and feel like weekly therapy isn't moving the needle fast enough, you might be ready for something different.
I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, work stress, and performance enhancement.
Hi, I'm Tamera, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Accredited EMDR therapist, and co-founder of Centre Self Collective, with locations in Brunswick and Daylesford.
If you've been carrying trauma, anxiety, or relational pain for a long time and feel like weekly therapy isn't moving the needle fast enough, you might be ready for something different.
Hi there, I’m Marie and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work with couples and individuals in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self. I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
Hi there, I’m Marie and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work with couples and individuals in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self. I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with extensive experience supporting adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, grief and significant life transitions.
Taking the first step towards support can feel difficult, especially when you have been carrying things alone. You deserve a space where you feel heard, understood and respected. I welcome you to reach out when you feel ready, and we can explore together how therapy may support you.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with extensive experience supporting adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation difficulties, grief and significant life transitions.
Taking the first step towards support can feel difficult, especially when you have been carrying things alone. You deserve a space where you feel heard, understood and respected. I welcome you to reach out when you feel ready, and we can explore together how therapy may support you.
I specialise in helping families heal and reconnect after relational trauma. My sessions are filled with warmth, humour and authenticity. You may come on your own or with your partner or family members. I take a non-judgmental and collaborative approach to create a safe therapeutic space. Over the last 15 years, I have worked in the not-for-profit sector, supporting children and their families who have experienced trauma, grief and disconnection. I have a strong interest in intergenerational trauma and supporting people to process their experiences and move on with compassion and hope for themselves and others.
I specialise in helping families heal and reconnect after relational trauma. My sessions are filled with warmth, humour and authenticity. You may come on your own or with your partner or family members. I take a non-judgmental and collaborative approach to create a safe therapeutic space. Over the last 15 years, I have worked in the not-for-profit sector, supporting children and their families who have experienced trauma, grief and disconnection. I have a strong interest in intergenerational trauma and supporting people to process their experiences and move on with compassion and hope for themselves and others.
I’m Grace, and I offer therapy for children, teens, adults, and older adults, creating a space where creativity and conversation come together to support healing and growth. With a warm and genuine presence, I create a space for you to explore at your own pace. My approach blends creative therapies—art-making, yoga, meditation, and animal-assisted therapy—with talk-based methods like attachment theory, trauma-informed care, and dyadic developmental
I’m Grace, and I offer therapy for children, teens, adults, and older adults, creating a space where creativity and conversation come together to support healing and growth. With a warm and genuine presence, I create a space for you to explore at your own pace. My approach blends creative therapies—art-making, yoga, meditation, and animal-assisted therapy—with talk-based methods like attachment theory, trauma-informed care, and dyadic developmental
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions.
Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values:
Trauma Focussed ACT;
ACT for Grief & Loss;
ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
I am an ACA Level 3 registered dedicated women’s health counsellor, trauma-informed mental health clinician, childbirth educator, and somatic psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in supporting women and gender-diverse individuals through life's tender transitions.
Evidence based person-centred counselling grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - a compassion-oriented approach supporting individuals to build psychological flexibility and live a meaningful life in alignment with their values:
Trauma Focussed ACT;
ACT for Grief & Loss;
ACT for ADHD & Neurodiversity.
I am an Individual, Couples, and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with people with Complex Mental Health Presentations, Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), NDIS, as well as Drug & Alcohol issues.
I have worked across community‑based mental health and social work services. My roles took me into high‑rise public housing, mental health crisis outreach, homelessness services, addiction recovery, hospitals, and the prison and justice system—supporting individuals and families navigating complex trauma and systemic harm.
I am an Individual, Couples, and Family Therapist with many years of experience working with people with Complex Mental Health Presentations, Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), NDIS, as well as Drug & Alcohol issues.
I have worked across community‑based mental health and social work services. My roles took me into high‑rise public housing, mental health crisis outreach, homelessness services, addiction recovery, hospitals, and the prison and justice system—supporting individuals and families navigating complex trauma and systemic harm.
I work with individual and relationship therapy for those seeking deeper self-understanding and more connected relationships. They often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction. They may be navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, identity exploration, or past experiences. Some want to improve communication and connection, while others are seeking to better understand their emotions, patterns, or inner world.
I work with individual and relationship therapy for those seeking deeper self-understanding and more connected relationships. They often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction. They may be navigating relationship challenges, life transitions, identity exploration, or past experiences. Some want to improve communication and connection, while others are seeking to better understand their emotions, patterns, or inner world.
I support children, adolescents, adults and families who are seeking a better understanding of themselves, their experiences, or their relationships. Clients may come to therapy during times of stress, change, emotional overwhelm, or when navigating challenges related to neurodivergence, mental health, or everyday life. My goal is to provide a warm, collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported to move forward at their own pace.
I support children, adolescents, adults and families who are seeking a better understanding of themselves, their experiences, or their relationships. Clients may come to therapy during times of stress, change, emotional overwhelm, or when navigating challenges related to neurodivergence, mental health, or everyday life. My goal is to provide a warm, collaborative space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported to move forward at their own pace.
I have safely guided clients to reduce their levels of stress, anxiety and depression through creative and mindful practices to create ease and growth personally, professionally and spiritually.
I offer Arts-based inquiry and counselling even if you feel you're not creative or can't do art. Using arts-based processes, we can explore ways to live well with emotional and physical pain, diagnosed illnesses or neurodivergence, to find wisdom to live with more well-being or healing. We can collaborate to find the best way forward for you, with a personalised plan to support you or a young person in your care.
I have safely guided clients to reduce their levels of stress, anxiety and depression through creative and mindful practices to create ease and growth personally, professionally and spiritually.
I offer Arts-based inquiry and counselling even if you feel you're not creative or can't do art. Using arts-based processes, we can explore ways to live well with emotional and physical pain, diagnosed illnesses or neurodivergence, to find wisdom to live with more well-being or healing. We can collaborate to find the best way forward for you, with a personalised plan to support you or a young person in your care.
Rebecca has worked as a Social Worker for over 35 years and offers individual counselling, and supervision. Rebecca works from a relationship based approach to counselling and develops warm, trusting and open therapeutic relationships driven by curiosity, self-compassion, affirmation and genuine care for clients. From her many years of experience Rebecca understands that counselling and support also involves, at times, sitting with discomfort. Her skills enable her to do this in a wide range of settings without fear or judgement.
Rebecca has worked as a Social Worker for over 35 years and offers individual counselling, and supervision. Rebecca works from a relationship based approach to counselling and develops warm, trusting and open therapeutic relationships driven by curiosity, self-compassion, affirmation and genuine care for clients. From her many years of experience Rebecca understands that counselling and support also involves, at times, sitting with discomfort. Her skills enable her to do this in a wide range of settings without fear or judgement.
Depression Therapists
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.