Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Thornbury, VIC
Aaron is a Mental Health Social Worker who brings warmth, flexibility, and a commitment to equity and social justice. With over a decade of experience as a case manager and program coordinator, he has learned to be flexible, meet people where they are, and how profoundly the world around us shapes our inner lives.
Aaron provides individual therapy, supporting you to explore what is keeping you stuck and to build a life that feels aligned and purposeful. He can help you get clear on what genuinely matters to you and take meaningful steps towards a life that reflects this, seeking to understand your story and walk alongside you in it.
Aaron is a Mental Health Social Worker who brings warmth, flexibility, and a commitment to equity and social justice. With over a decade of experience as a case manager and program coordinator, he has learned to be flexible, meet people where they are, and how profoundly the world around us shapes our inner lives.
Aaron provides individual therapy, supporting you to explore what is keeping you stuck and to build a life that feels aligned and purposeful. He can help you get clear on what genuinely matters to you and take meaningful steps towards a life that reflects this, seeking to understand your story and walk alongside you in it.
Life can be so tough, at times: Perhaps you don’t feel good about 'you', you struggle with life feeling relentlessly stressful, expensive, and anxiety-provoking, your relationship is in trouble, work is overwhelming and unsatisfying, your friendships feel insecure, you grieve for the decline or death of a close other (or beloved pet), you are diagnosed with a fear-evoking illness, your mental health is out of kilter and you don't know how to get back on track, or you may be feeling a 'deep down' loss of meaning and purpose in an increasingly unstable, uncertain world. Or something else; we all have a story. Therapy can really help.
Life can be so tough, at times: Perhaps you don’t feel good about 'you', you struggle with life feeling relentlessly stressful, expensive, and anxiety-provoking, your relationship is in trouble, work is overwhelming and unsatisfying, your friendships feel insecure, you grieve for the decline or death of a close other (or beloved pet), you are diagnosed with a fear-evoking illness, your mental health is out of kilter and you don't know how to get back on track, or you may be feeling a 'deep down' loss of meaning and purpose in an increasingly unstable, uncertain world. Or something else; we all have a story. Therapy can really help.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
Working with me is a collaborative process, oriented by curiosity, acceptance and choice. Sessions provide opportunity to rekindle awareness for what you most need and want, build trust in your wisest impulses, and reconnect with ways of living that disrupt harm, promote healing and support ease of being.
Do you frequently worry that your romantic partner won’t care about you as much as you care about them? Or that they won't love you for who you are or be there for you if you open up to them? If you're hoping to feel safe, loved, and accepted in your relationship or friendships, but you can never find people who make you feel this or you never give them the chance to do so, you likely have an attachment issue. I specialise in working with insecure attachment styles, working to help clients find security in a relationship for the first time and to develop a healthier, kinder view of themselves.
Do you frequently worry that your romantic partner won’t care about you as much as you care about them? Or that they won't love you for who you are or be there for you if you open up to them? If you're hoping to feel safe, loved, and accepted in your relationship or friendships, but you can never find people who make you feel this or you never give them the chance to do so, you likely have an attachment issue. I specialise in working with insecure attachment styles, working to help clients find security in a relationship for the first time and to develop a healthier, kinder view of themselves.
You might be feeling stuck - in patterns that keep repeating, in conversations that go nowhere, or in a relationship that feels more distant than you’d like.
Maybe you’re trying to hold things together while quietly feeling unseen, unheard, or alone.
Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, uncertainty about your relationship’s future, or longing for deeper emotional connection, it can be hard to know where to begin.I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply.
You might be feeling stuck - in patterns that keep repeating, in conversations that go nowhere, or in a relationship that feels more distant than you’d like.
Maybe you’re trying to hold things together while quietly feeling unseen, unheard, or alone.
Whether you’re navigating conflict with a partner, uncertainty about your relationship’s future, or longing for deeper emotional connection, it can be hard to know where to begin.I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply.
We offer affirming, trauma-informed support for ADHD, autism, AuDHD, late-diagnosed, queer, trans and genderfluid people. We’re Indigenous, LGBTIQA+ owned and operated. Many clients come to us seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, masking fatigue, emotional regulation challenges, and identity exploration. We understand how the body communicates stress and truth, and we help you reconnect with safety, awareness, and authenticity. In-person in Melbourne or online Australia-wide.
We offer affirming, trauma-informed support for ADHD, autism, AuDHD, late-diagnosed, queer, trans and genderfluid people. We’re Indigenous, LGBTIQA+ owned and operated. Many clients come to us seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, overwhelm, masking fatigue, emotional regulation challenges, and identity exploration. We understand how the body communicates stress and truth, and we help you reconnect with safety, awareness, and authenticity. In-person in Melbourne or online Australia-wide.
Many people seek therapy to reduce distress and find relief from ‘symptoms’. Therapy can also provide opportunities to examine and understand ourselves, notice 'stuck' or unhelpful patterns, and develop new, more satisfying ways to manage emotions and navigate relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist who sees people seeking therapy for any number of reasons. I work with people experiencing difficulties in relationships, grief and loss, trauma (including complex and relational trauma), depression and mood disturbance, anxiety, chronic health issues, and stress.
Many people seek therapy to reduce distress and find relief from ‘symptoms’. Therapy can also provide opportunities to examine and understand ourselves, notice 'stuck' or unhelpful patterns, and develop new, more satisfying ways to manage emotions and navigate relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist who sees people seeking therapy for any number of reasons. I work with people experiencing difficulties in relationships, grief and loss, trauma (including complex and relational trauma), depression and mood disturbance, anxiety, chronic health issues, and stress.
I work with adults who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, adjustment difficulties, OCD, relationship and attachment concerns, anxiety, low mood, stress, and parenting challenges.
Together, we look at how past experiences, relationships, and internal beliefs may be shaping your current emotional responses, and how this shows up in your day-to-day life.
I work with adults who are experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, adjustment difficulties, OCD, relationship and attachment concerns, anxiety, low mood, stress, and parenting challenges.
Together, we look at how past experiences, relationships, and internal beliefs may be shaping your current emotional responses, and how this shows up in your day-to-day life.
One of the barriers to self-care is allowing yourself to go into the depths of your experiences. Often, we are challenged to explore and understand this profound chasm, to touch what is held there, to hear its messages, and to connect with compassion to the raw emotions that have been lying dormant for years or just surfaced. By peering into the abyss, we can gain deeper understanding of ourselves and insight into the meaning of our lives; transforming and opening up possibilities the future could hold for us.
One of the barriers to self-care is allowing yourself to go into the depths of your experiences. Often, we are challenged to explore and understand this profound chasm, to touch what is held there, to hear its messages, and to connect with compassion to the raw emotions that have been lying dormant for years or just surfaced. By peering into the abyss, we can gain deeper understanding of ourselves and insight into the meaning of our lives; transforming and opening up possibilities the future could hold for us.
Marcus is a registered psychotherapist and counsellor who has worked in various mental health settings since 2016. His clinical practice has focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioural addiction, grief and bereavement, self-esteem and identity, and challenges in relationships.
Marcus primarily uses a Gestalt therapy approach but also draws on psychodynamic theories, trauma-informed modalities — including Somatic Experiencing (training in progress) — and psychospiritual perspectives, according to the needs and interests of his clients.
Marcus is a registered psychotherapist and counsellor who has worked in various mental health settings since 2016. His clinical practice has focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioural addiction, grief and bereavement, self-esteem and identity, and challenges in relationships.
Marcus primarily uses a Gestalt therapy approach but also draws on psychodynamic theories, trauma-informed modalities — including Somatic Experiencing (training in progress) — and psychospiritual perspectives, according to the needs and interests of his clients.
I’m Ru, an Integrative Psychotherapist. Psychotherapy supports both the processing of distressing experiences and the development of self-actualisation and insight.
My approach is grounded in attachment and developmental perspectives, as well as systems and psychodynamic theories. I am guided by trauma-informed principles and use somatic practices. I work extensively with personality disorders and CPTSD.
I’m Ru, an Integrative Psychotherapist. Psychotherapy supports both the processing of distressing experiences and the development of self-actualisation and insight.
My approach is grounded in attachment and developmental perspectives, as well as systems and psychodynamic theories. I am guided by trauma-informed principles and use somatic practices. I work extensively with personality disorders and CPTSD.
I am Gillian, I am a couples and relationship counsellor. I work with relationships, supporting each person to feel understood, held, and connected. I specialise in working with people who want to cut through the noise to really connect with their partner/s. The grind of daily life or a big issue can cause ruptures in the relationship. I work with folks to have important, sometimes painful and often vulnerable, conversations to re-establish connection. When there is ambiguity, I specialise in helping people find clarity on a way to move forward, together, or apart.
I am Gillian, I am a couples and relationship counsellor. I work with relationships, supporting each person to feel understood, held, and connected. I specialise in working with people who want to cut through the noise to really connect with their partner/s. The grind of daily life or a big issue can cause ruptures in the relationship. I work with folks to have important, sometimes painful and often vulnerable, conversations to re-establish connection. When there is ambiguity, I specialise in helping people find clarity on a way to move forward, together, or apart.
I also work with adults.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works from a wholistic, trauma-informed, social justice framework. I believe that each client is unique and individual and I use a client-centred approach. It is important that you feel empowered and in control of the sessions which means that we will work together to find out what works for you and your needs. Areas I am particularly interested in are self-esteem and self-growth, trauma healing, managing anxiety and gender and sexuality exploration.
I also work with adults.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works from a wholistic, trauma-informed, social justice framework. I believe that each client is unique and individual and I use a client-centred approach. It is important that you feel empowered and in control of the sessions which means that we will work together to find out what works for you and your needs. Areas I am particularly interested in are self-esteem and self-growth, trauma healing, managing anxiety and gender and sexuality exploration.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist based in Thornbury. My practice is informed by psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a depth based therapeutic approach that focuses on self understanding and self liberation from within a holding therapeutic relationship. My aim as a therapist is to offer a space for care and self reflection that is unique to each individual. I support patients to understand the origins of their distress and explore new ways of being.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic Psychotherapist based in Thornbury. My practice is informed by psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a depth based therapeutic approach that focuses on self understanding and self liberation from within a holding therapeutic relationship. My aim as a therapist is to offer a space for care and self reflection that is unique to each individual. I support patients to understand the origins of their distress and explore new ways of being.
I work with adults experiencing trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties.
Hi, I'm Diandra! If you're anything like the clients I work with, you might be coping on the surface, but underneath you feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, struggle with the past or are caught in habits that leave you disconnected, guilty or ashamed. You might be drinking, using substances or engaging in other unhelpful behaviours to cope. Maybe you're avoiding difficult feelings or feel exhausted by the same relationship patterns that never seem to shift. If you’re looking to make changes and better understand yourself, I take a practical approach to help you move forward with a focus on what truly matters to you.
I work with adults experiencing trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties.
Hi, I'm Diandra! If you're anything like the clients I work with, you might be coping on the surface, but underneath you feel stuck, overwhelmed by emotions, struggle with the past or are caught in habits that leave you disconnected, guilty or ashamed. You might be drinking, using substances or engaging in other unhelpful behaviours to cope. Maybe you're avoiding difficult feelings or feel exhausted by the same relationship patterns that never seem to shift. If you’re looking to make changes and better understand yourself, I take a practical approach to help you move forward with a focus on what truly matters to you.
She has developed a particular interest in supporting adults with late-diagnosed ADHD and/or autism, as well as those interested in exploring their neurotype.
Emma is able to address issues relating to PTSD/trauma, anxiety disorders such as social anxiety disorder, phobias, and panic disorder. Additionally, she supports those experiencing depression, low self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and adjustment challenges.
She has developed a particular interest in supporting adults with late-diagnosed ADHD and/or autism, as well as those interested in exploring their neurotype.
Emma is able to address issues relating to PTSD/trauma, anxiety disorders such as social anxiety disorder, phobias, and panic disorder. Additionally, she supports those experiencing depression, low self-esteem, sleep difficulties, and adjustment challenges.
I work with adults who want to understand where their patterns come from and genuinely change them.
I specialise in relational therapy, focusing on understanding how our past experiences shape our present relationships - both with ourselves and others. I integrate attachment theory, Family systems, emotion-focused therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and relationship therapy, to help you explore and shift the patterns that might be holding you back.
I work with adults who want to understand where their patterns come from and genuinely change them.
I specialise in relational therapy, focusing on understanding how our past experiences shape our present relationships - both with ourselves and others. I integrate attachment theory, Family systems, emotion-focused therapy (EFT), psychodynamic and relationship therapy, to help you explore and shift the patterns that might be holding you back.
Kat Maguire is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults.
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, EFT and Depth Enquiry (EMDR), Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs. By incorporating attachment and polyvagal theories into her practice, she enriches the therapeutic process, helping clients explore the impact of relational experiences on both their emotional and physiological states.
Kat Maguire is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults.
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, EFT and Depth Enquiry (EMDR), Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs. By incorporating attachment and polyvagal theories into her practice, she enriches the therapeutic process, helping clients explore the impact of relational experiences on both their emotional and physiological states.
I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
I help clients in areas such as ADHD, trauma, anxiety, workplace issues (including critical incidents, burnout, injuries) and relationship difficulties (including intimate relationships, family relationships and friendships).
I work with couples navigating the complexities of intimate life: conflict, disconnection, communication, trust, and the quieter question of whether a relationship can become what both people need it to be.
My approach is warm, attachment-informed, and grounded in slowing down reactive patterns to understand what sits beneath them - the emotional meanings, earlier experiences, and unmet needs that often drive disconnection.
I draw on EFT, Gottman, narrative approaches, and psychodynamic principles, tailored to each couple. I work with all relationship stages and warmly welcome LGBTQI+ clients and diverse relationship structures.
I work with couples navigating the complexities of intimate life: conflict, disconnection, communication, trust, and the quieter question of whether a relationship can become what both people need it to be.
My approach is warm, attachment-informed, and grounded in slowing down reactive patterns to understand what sits beneath them - the emotional meanings, earlier experiences, and unmet needs that often drive disconnection.
I draw on EFT, Gottman, narrative approaches, and psychodynamic principles, tailored to each couple. I work with all relationship stages and warmly welcome LGBTQI+ clients and diverse relationship structures.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in Australia hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Psychologists must be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and have professional designations such as Clinical Psychologist, General Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.