Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Psychologists and Therapists in Sunbury, VIC
Emily Varga - Sunbury Child and Family Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Sunbury, VIC 3429
Emily is the principal psychologist at Sunbury Child and Family Psychology working along side young people and their family’s. Emily values the strengths in each person she meets. She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
Emily is the principal psychologist at Sunbury Child and Family Psychology working along side young people and their family’s. Emily values the strengths in each person she meets. She works to help each person feel empowered to be themselves, build better friendships, relationships with parents and community, to manage their mental health and to enjoy valued activities including education.
My approach incorporates empathy, professionalism and mindfulness.
Over the years I have worked with a wide range of people of all ages and from all walks of life. As a therapist, I work with various counselling approaches such as: Humanistic Approach, CBT, ACT and additionally EFT – Tapping, Hypnosis and Art Therapy. I offer my clients a wide range of approaches with a more rapid and lasting outcome.
My approach incorporates empathy, professionalism and mindfulness.
Over the years I have worked with a wide range of people of all ages and from all walks of life. As a therapist, I work with various counselling approaches such as: Humanistic Approach, CBT, ACT and additionally EFT – Tapping, Hypnosis and Art Therapy. I offer my clients a wide range of approaches with a more rapid and lasting outcome.
Work towards achieving your goals with the help of our experienced and compassionate therapists. You can book an appointment online or face-to-face at one of our 7 clinics. Our therapists work with a range of issues, including: depression; anxiety; stress; grief; personality disorders; bi-polar disorder; grief and loss; and dealing with life transitions. Access to evidence based, effective therapy to anyone living within Australia who has access to the internet via our Telehealth services. Group Therapy available in some clinics.
Work towards achieving your goals with the help of our experienced and compassionate therapists. You can book an appointment online or face-to-face at one of our 7 clinics. Our therapists work with a range of issues, including: depression; anxiety; stress; grief; personality disorders; bi-polar disorder; grief and loss; and dealing with life transitions. Access to evidence based, effective therapy to anyone living within Australia who has access to the internet via our Telehealth services. Group Therapy available in some clinics.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by trauma memories, attention and planning struggles, or the weight of perfectionism. They want calmer nights, steadier emotions, and practical tools that actually fit real life. Some prefer therapy in Cantonese or Mandarin. They’re not looking for quick fixes—they want a pace that feels safe, clear steps, and a therapist who explains the why behind each step.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed by trauma memories, attention and planning struggles, or the weight of perfectionism. They want calmer nights, steadier emotions, and practical tools that actually fit real life. Some prefer therapy in Cantonese or Mandarin. They’re not looking for quick fixes—they want a pace that feels safe, clear steps, and a therapist who explains the why behind each step.
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges and Lasting Peace.
Serving the Bendigo, Castlemaine, Macedon Ranges region and telehealth; Melissa, an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), offers compassionate support for individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. We believe in your inherent ability to heal and grow.
While Melissa's practice is focused on mental well-being,growth clarity, her background as a Registered Nurse with deep experience in family care and complex health issues (like aging and disability) provides a unique, grounded perspective for all clients.
Melissa Halliwell: Counselling for Life’s Challenges and Lasting Peace.
Serving the Bendigo, Castlemaine, Macedon Ranges region and telehealth; Melissa, an Accredited Member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), offers compassionate support for individuals and families facing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. We believe in your inherent ability to heal and grow.
While Melissa's practice is focused on mental well-being,growth clarity, her background as a Registered Nurse with deep experience in family care and complex health issues (like aging and disability) provides a unique, grounded perspective for all clients.
My work focuses on building healthy coping skills, sustainable relationships, and incorporating person centered therapeutic intervention to support my clients to make positive and lasting changes in their lives that are tangible and reliable.
I work with grief, isolation, and struggling with direction in their lives.
My work focuses on building healthy coping skills, sustainable relationships, and incorporating person centered therapeutic intervention to support my clients to make positive and lasting changes in their lives that are tangible and reliable.
I work with grief, isolation, and struggling with direction in their lives.
I'm Lindsay, a qualified and AHPRA endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents with their mental health. I provide therapy and specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, complex trauma, and sleep disturbance.
I hold a Master of Mental Health Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) and am currently completing a Master of Autism & Neurodivergent Studies in order to build on my capacity to support neurodivergent individuals and families.
I'm Lindsay, a qualified and AHPRA endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience supporting adults and adolescents with their mental health. I provide therapy and specialise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, chronic stress, complex trauma, and sleep disturbance.
I hold a Master of Mental Health Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) and am currently completing a Master of Autism & Neurodivergent Studies in order to build on my capacity to support neurodivergent individuals and families.
Therapy options include; CBT, DBT, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), and mindfulness-based approaches.
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. I work with people to help them understand the 'bigger picture', including what might be underlying and maintaining their difficulties. I also take a skills-based to psychotherapy, with the aim of supporting people to learn practical skills which they can implement long-term. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
Therapy options include; CBT, DBT, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), and mindfulness-based approaches.
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. I work with people to help them understand the 'bigger picture', including what might be underlying and maintaining their difficulties. I also take a skills-based to psychotherapy, with the aim of supporting people to learn practical skills which they can implement long-term. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children.
Ashtyn utilises AASW approved focused psychological strategies including Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness & progressive muscle relaxation (PMR).
Ashtyn holds a specific focus in working with individuals who have or are experiencing family violence, anxiety, depression and trauma. Ashtyn holds a strong understanding for the complexities that come with such experiences and the importance of holding space for individuals during session allowing clients to take counselling at their own pace. Professionally, Ashtyn has held employment within the community health sector holding roles such as Counselling Team Leader and Family Violence Lead, Integrated Family Servies Program, Melbourne Magistrates Court, Centre for Sexual Assault (CASA House) and private practice.
Ashtyn utilises AASW approved focused psychological strategies including Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness & progressive muscle relaxation (PMR).
Ashtyn holds a specific focus in working with individuals who have or are experiencing family violence, anxiety, depression and trauma. Ashtyn holds a strong understanding for the complexities that come with such experiences and the importance of holding space for individuals during session allowing clients to take counselling at their own pace. Professionally, Ashtyn has held employment within the community health sector holding roles such as Counselling Team Leader and Family Violence Lead, Integrated Family Servies Program, Melbourne Magistrates Court, Centre for Sexual Assault (CASA House) and private practice.
We have expanded our services with clinicians with immediate availability in Broadmeadows- contact us now for therapy and assessment with no waitlist.
We work with children, young people, adults and seniors, and their families to overcome numerous challenges presented during various life stages and assist them in developing the resiliency required to manage adversities in a warm and nurturing environment. When working with children, young people, adults, and their families, we strive for a collaborative approach to overcome difficulties whilst complementing current strengths.
We have expanded our services with clinicians with immediate availability in Broadmeadows- contact us now for therapy and assessment with no waitlist.
We work with children, young people, adults and seniors, and their families to overcome numerous challenges presented during various life stages and assist them in developing the resiliency required to manage adversities in a warm and nurturing environment. When working with children, young people, adults, and their families, we strive for a collaborative approach to overcome difficulties whilst complementing current strengths.
I’m a warm, experienced therapist with over 20 years of practice grounded in trauma-informed, neuroscience-based care. I work gently and deeply, supporting clients to feel safer in their bodies, more regulated in their nervous systems, and more connected to who they truly are. I specialise in complex trauma and attachment repair, offering a calm, attuned presence that helps shift long-held patterns and reclaim inner clarity, confidence, and ease.
I’m a warm, experienced therapist with over 20 years of practice grounded in trauma-informed, neuroscience-based care. I work gently and deeply, supporting clients to feel safer in their bodies, more regulated in their nervous systems, and more connected to who they truly are. I specialise in complex trauma and attachment repair, offering a calm, attuned presence that helps shift long-held patterns and reclaim inner clarity, confidence, and ease.
We help all people and have worked across youth, to older people. We have experience in working with neurodiverse people and neurotypical people. We specialize in working with youth, Autistic people and ADHD people. We also specialize is working with individuals whom have anxiety, depression, dissociative disorder, panic attack, self harm and suicide ideation.
We help all people and have worked across youth, to older people. We have experience in working with neurodiverse people and neurotypical people. We specialize in working with youth, Autistic people and ADHD people. We also specialize is working with individuals whom have anxiety, depression, dissociative disorder, panic attack, self harm and suicide ideation.
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Yuli is a Clinical Psychologist providing psychological services for children, teenagers, young adults and Parents. Through her caring and compassionate approach, Yuli strives to create a safe and connected space for young people to explore their vulnerability and daily internal and external experiences, without judgement. She adopts a collaborative and holistic approach in working with families and tailors her treatments to meet the individual needs of the child, adolescent and their family.
Yuli is a Clinical Psychologist providing psychological services for children, teenagers, young adults and Parents. Through her caring and compassionate approach, Yuli strives to create a safe and connected space for young people to explore their vulnerability and daily internal and external experiences, without judgement. She adopts a collaborative and holistic approach in working with families and tailors her treatments to meet the individual needs of the child, adolescent and their family.
These include CBT to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, EMDR to process trauma, DBT skills to support emotional regulation and relationships, mindfulness to build calm awareness, and ACT to help clients live in line with their values while responding to distress with flexibility and compassion.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 15 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
These include CBT to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, EMDR to process trauma, DBT skills to support emotional regulation and relationships, mindfulness to build calm awareness, and ACT to help clients live in line with their values while responding to distress with flexibility and compassion.
Phuong Tran is a compassionate and experienced clinical psychotherapist and counsellor with over 15 years of expertise. She specialises in helping individuals navigate emotional, mental, and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions, etc. Phuong provides a safe, supportive space for healing and growth. Clients come to her feeling overwhelmed, seeking not only relief but also personal growth, clarity, and purpose. Phuong’s holistic, culturally sensitive approach empowers them to regain control, build emotional resilience, and achieve lasting well-being.
We are now open Monday to Saturday by appointment only! At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritise establishing trust and a collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are anxiety, changes in family dynamics, coping strategies, depression, emotional regulation, loss/grief, and stress.
We are now open Monday to Saturday by appointment only! At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritise establishing trust and a collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are anxiety, changes in family dynamics, coping strategies, depression, emotional regulation, loss/grief, and stress.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
Relationship challenges? Loss of desire? Struggling with arguments that go in circles?
My passion is supporting individuals and couples to happier relationships and more enjoyable intimacy.
I lead a caring, non-judgemental, experienced team of therapists who can also help with:
- Arguments in a relationship
- Sexual challenges - like desire and low libido
- Recovery from affairs and betrayal
- Disconnection and growing apart
and more.
We help couples connect emotionally, communicate more effectively and bring back their spark. We want you to feel closer, argue less and laugh more - so you can enjoy your life together.
Relationship challenges? Loss of desire? Struggling with arguments that go in circles?
My passion is supporting individuals and couples to happier relationships and more enjoyable intimacy.
I lead a caring, non-judgemental, experienced team of therapists who can also help with:
- Arguments in a relationship
- Sexual challenges - like desire and low libido
- Recovery from affairs and betrayal
- Disconnection and growing apart
and more.
We help couples connect emotionally, communicate more effectively and bring back their spark. We want you to feel closer, argue less and laugh more - so you can enjoy your life together.
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
I am a trauma informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma, complex PTSD, grief, suicide bereavement, relationships, anxiety, depression, self-worth, stress management and purposeful living. My intention is to support you to navigate life’s past and present challenges while deepening your capacity to achieve an enduring sense of peace, safety, agency and wellbeing. I offer clinical sessions at Leura Wellness, nature based sessions in the Blue Mountains area and online to anywhere.
With over 20 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I have developed a warm, practical and supportive therapeutic style, grounded in evidence-based practice. I create a calm, compassionate and safe therapeutic environment for clients to explore themselves and to identify effective ways to improve their wellbeing.
With over 20 years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I have developed a warm, practical and supportive therapeutic style, grounded in evidence-based practice. I create a calm, compassionate and safe therapeutic environment for clients to explore themselves and to identify effective ways to improve their wellbeing.
I currently have availability to take on some new clients. I support individuals with a broad range of clinical needs in a non-judgmental, neuro-affirming and holistic way, utilising evidence based treatments. I provide a nurturing and safe space, and use a strength based, supportive and collaborative approach. My goal is to assist individuals in gaining greater insight and self-awareness, to enhance their emotional well-being, with the aim of supporting individuals to reach their full potential and thrive.
I currently have availability to take on some new clients. I support individuals with a broad range of clinical needs in a non-judgmental, neuro-affirming and holistic way, utilising evidence based treatments. I provide a nurturing and safe space, and use a strength based, supportive and collaborative approach. My goal is to assist individuals in gaining greater insight and self-awareness, to enhance their emotional well-being, with the aim of supporting individuals to reach their full potential and thrive.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.