Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Upwey, VIC

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Heather King Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Upwey, VIC 3158
My interest lies in supporting people who are grieving, feeling overwhelmed or lost, struggling with painful relationship dynamics, or facing any of life's many transitions. I provide a gentle, non-judgemental space for you to talk, explore your emotions and feelings, learn new coping skills, and come to some clarity on the issues you've brought to counselling.
My interest lies in supporting people who are grieving, feeling overwhelmed or lost, struggling with painful relationship dynamics, or facing any of life's many transitions. I provide a gentle, non-judgemental space for you to talk, explore your emotions and feelings, learn new coping skills, and come to some clarity on the issues you've brought to counselling.
0494 659 089 View 0494 659 089
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Melanie Wray
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Upwey, VIC 3158
I am a counsellor and social worker specialising in mental health during the perinatal period for birthing and non-birthing parents as well as the ongoing parenting experience as children grow. This can be a time of great longing and joy as well as disappointment and challenge. Through the process of becoming the parent you want to be, we may explore relationships and belonging, familial patterns, intimacy, addictions, recovery from experiences of violence and abuse, grief and loss, loneliness, anger, understanding fears and supports for neurodiversity in parenting.
I am a counsellor and social worker specialising in mental health during the perinatal period for birthing and non-birthing parents as well as the ongoing parenting experience as children grow. This can be a time of great longing and joy as well as disappointment and challenge. Through the process of becoming the parent you want to be, we may explore relationships and belonging, familial patterns, intimacy, addictions, recovery from experiences of violence and abuse, grief and loss, loneliness, anger, understanding fears and supports for neurodiversity in parenting.
(03) 8203 5601 View (03) 8203 5601
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Kate Horne
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Upwey, VIC 3158
I believe each time we encounter a challenge or difficulty in life it offers us an opportunity to learn more and inhabit our selves and life more deeply. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families in exploring, accessing and tending to the internal and external resources needed to take up such opportunities and to flourish. I will wholeheartedly and collaboratively support you in finding your way through life challenges and towards your goals with warmth and compassion.
I believe each time we encounter a challenge or difficulty in life it offers us an opportunity to learn more and inhabit our selves and life more deeply. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families in exploring, accessing and tending to the internal and external resources needed to take up such opportunities and to flourish. I will wholeheartedly and collaboratively support you in finding your way through life challenges and towards your goals with warmth and compassion.
(03) 8203 5150 View (03) 8203 5150
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Byron de Ridder
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As a Clinical Psychologist, I love working with adults and teens with a variety of concerns, ranging from symptom relief to serious mental illness.
I will tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs, and provide evidence based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
As a Clinical Psychologist, I love working with adults and teens with a variety of concerns, ranging from symptom relief to serious mental illness.
I will tailor a treatment plan to your unique needs, and provide evidence based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
(03) 5907 5753 View (03) 5907 5753
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Omer Hadas
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults improve their mental health and well-being.
I provide personalised psychological treatment and assessment, using a psychodynamic approach that integrates elements of cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapy. This evidence-based, client-centred method highlights the relational and interpersonal factors that affect mental health and shape well-being.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults improve their mental health and well-being.
I provide personalised psychological treatment and assessment, using a psychodynamic approach that integrates elements of cognitive-behavioural and solution-focused therapy. This evidence-based, client-centred method highlights the relational and interpersonal factors that affect mental health and shape well-being.
(03) 5910 7525 View (03) 5910 7525
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Melanie Anderson
Counsellor, ACA-L2
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis and therapeutic recovery.
I am a specialist Counsellor with 14+ years experience supporting women in community and therapeutic settings. Women are incredible connectors that give so much of themselves to workplaces, families and community. Sometimes this can result in feeling disconnected from themselves. Women also experience relationship breakdowns, parenting challenges, loss, abuse and traumatic experiences. These can really rock the foundation of who we are. I can help you make sense of what has happened and how to move forward with who you are becoming and what you want for your life.
I have over 14 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis and therapeutic recovery.
I am a specialist Counsellor with 14+ years experience supporting women in community and therapeutic settings. Women are incredible connectors that give so much of themselves to workplaces, families and community. Sometimes this can result in feeling disconnected from themselves. Women also experience relationship breakdowns, parenting challenges, loss, abuse and traumatic experiences. These can really rock the foundation of who we are. I can help you make sense of what has happened and how to move forward with who you are becoming and what you want for your life.
(03) 5907 5884 View (03) 5907 5884
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Jeanine L Busch
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy can allow us to get to know, and live from, the self that guides all we want to be and guides our intuition; the self behind what world has led us to believe we are. By understanding all the aspects of being (mind, body, relational, transpersonal and contextual) therapy can help us learn how to negotiate life, let go of things that hinder us and live in a manner which is more conscious of all that is meaningful to us as individuals. In this way a person can live life to the full, in a manner that is true to yourself, leaves you feeling fulfilled and constantly growing.
Therapy can allow us to get to know, and live from, the self that guides all we want to be and guides our intuition; the self behind what world has led us to believe we are. By understanding all the aspects of being (mind, body, relational, transpersonal and contextual) therapy can help us learn how to negotiate life, let go of things that hinder us and live in a manner which is more conscious of all that is meaningful to us as individuals. In this way a person can live life to the full, in a manner that is true to yourself, leaves you feeling fulfilled and constantly growing.
(03) 5909 9860 View (03) 5909 9860
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Mindheart Therapy
Social Worker
Serves Area
My name is Lorraine Marsh, and if you have found your way here, then maybe you are looking for a different way to live your life. Have you lost a sense of your authentic self? What dreams have you let go of? Maybe you have never been encouraged to want something just for yourself? What are your intrinsic values? Would you like to understand thought and relationship patterns that no longer serve you? How can you rediscover what you love and to learn new skills to thrive? When was the last time you thought about what you wanted and took action to get it?
My name is Lorraine Marsh, and if you have found your way here, then maybe you are looking for a different way to live your life. Have you lost a sense of your authentic self? What dreams have you let go of? Maybe you have never been encouraged to want something just for yourself? What are your intrinsic values? Would you like to understand thought and relationship patterns that no longer serve you? How can you rediscover what you love and to learn new skills to thrive? When was the last time you thought about what you wanted and took action to get it?
(03) 5909 9829 View (03) 5909 9829
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Emilie Alciato
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
I provide counselling and art therapy to help women crossing challenging times particularly during pregnancy, the perinatal period, the early stages of motherhood. Through my gentle approach women can feel heard, process emotions, gain a sense of choice, clarity and empowerment. This is important to feel at peace and bring more joy in your day to day life.
I provide counselling and art therapy to help women crossing challenging times particularly during pregnancy, the perinatal period, the early stages of motherhood. Through my gentle approach women can feel heard, process emotions, gain a sense of choice, clarity and empowerment. This is important to feel at peace and bring more joy in your day to day life.
(03) 5905 9209 View (03) 5905 9209
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Simone Hall
Counsellor, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many children, adolescents & adults are struggling due to emotional and psychological issues associated with anxiety, depression, abuse and loss.
As a counsellor my role is to create a safe space for you to explore the issues that you are dealing with in your life, to find understanding, peace and resolution. If you are experiencing frustration, anxiety, depression or trauma from the challenges of everyday life, loss, bereavement, the end of relationships, or abuse, I am comfortable sitting with you and quietly exploring the emotions and thoughts which arise. I intentionally keep my fees affordable, so that cost isn't a barrier for people to access help.
Many children, adolescents & adults are struggling due to emotional and psychological issues associated with anxiety, depression, abuse and loss.
As a counsellor my role is to create a safe space for you to explore the issues that you are dealing with in your life, to find understanding, peace and resolution. If you are experiencing frustration, anxiety, depression or trauma from the challenges of everyday life, loss, bereavement, the end of relationships, or abuse, I am comfortable sitting with you and quietly exploring the emotions and thoughts which arise. I intentionally keep my fees affordable, so that cost isn't a barrier for people to access help.
(03) 5907 3917 View (03) 5907 3917
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Vijay Singh
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
People come to therapy for lots of different reasons - whether it's worrying about different things, having trouble sleeping, or just feeling unhappy, stressed, or stuck. I believe all of these problems can be invitations to look deeper within ourselves, to uncover what really matters to us, the values and meanings that guide our choices, and the parts of ourselves that need our care and attention. Therapy can be a space to explore these questions, to sit with uncertainty, and to begin finding ways to live more fully, even when life feels messy or overwhelming.
People come to therapy for lots of different reasons - whether it's worrying about different things, having trouble sleeping, or just feeling unhappy, stressed, or stuck. I believe all of these problems can be invitations to look deeper within ourselves, to uncover what really matters to us, the values and meanings that guide our choices, and the parts of ourselves that need our care and attention. Therapy can be a space to explore these questions, to sit with uncertainty, and to begin finding ways to live more fully, even when life feels messy or overwhelming.
(03) 5907 5637 View (03) 5907 5637
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Kristy-Lee Powell
Counsellor, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Kristy supports adults, men, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
Kristy is a clinical counsellor with training in the Gottman Method (Level 1 & 2), supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and life transitions. She offers practical, evidence-informed strategies alongside a warm, collaborative approach to help clients feel understood and supported.
Kristy supports adults, men, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
Kristy is a clinical counsellor with training in the Gottman Method (Level 1 & 2), supporting individuals and couples with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and life transitions. She offers practical, evidence-informed strategies alongside a warm, collaborative approach to help clients feel understood and supported.
(03) 5909 9802 View (03) 5909 9802

More Therapists Nearby

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Mehek Soanes
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
Every person is unique, and we each experience life’s challenges in our own way. While similar situations may touch our lives, our responses to them are deeply personal and complex. I believe that therapy should reflect this individuality—there is no one-size-fits-all solution. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are, recognizing that what works for one person may not work for another, even if they’ve faced the same circumstances. Together, we’ll explore your needs, strengths, and goals to find the path that feels right for you.
Every person is unique, and we each experience life’s challenges in our own way. While similar situations may touch our lives, our responses to them are deeply personal and complex. I believe that therapy should reflect this individuality—there is no one-size-fits-all solution. My approach is tailored to meet you where you are, recognizing that what works for one person may not work for another, even if they’ve faced the same circumstances. Together, we’ll explore your needs, strengths, and goals to find the path that feels right for you.
(07) 4517 0303 View (07) 4517 0303
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Noyonika Banik
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Docklands, VIC 3008
With a background in trauma-informed and client-centered therapy, I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families facing various life challenges.
I believe that no issue is minor. Whatever someone is going through, it’s valid and deserves support. My ideal client is anyone who needs that space to heal or grow through therapy. Whether they’re facing trauma, family conflict, identity struggles, or simply feeling lost or overwhelmed, I’m here to walk alongside them. They might not always know exactly what they need, but they’re open to exploring, feeling, and slowly rebuilding. What they want is to feel understood, to make sense of their experiences, and to move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
With a background in trauma-informed and client-centered therapy, I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families facing various life challenges.
I believe that no issue is minor. Whatever someone is going through, it’s valid and deserves support. My ideal client is anyone who needs that space to heal or grow through therapy. Whether they’re facing trauma, family conflict, identity struggles, or simply feeling lost or overwhelmed, I’m here to walk alongside them. They might not always know exactly what they need, but they’re open to exploring, feeling, and slowly rebuilding. What they want is to feel understood, to make sense of their experiences, and to move forward with more clarity and self-compassion.
0484 298 458 View 0484 298 458
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Eileen Douglas Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Frankston, VIC 3199
Eileen assists clients to reach their goals related to mental health and well being. She is experienced in a full range of mental health issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Grief, Loss and Bereavement, Stress, Life Transitions and Relationship issues.
Eileen assists clients to reach their goals related to mental health and well being. She is experienced in a full range of mental health issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, Grief, Loss and Bereavement, Stress, Life Transitions and Relationship issues.
(03) 9034 6015 View (03) 9034 6015
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Mia Gentle
Psychologist, PsychD
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VIC 3121
Mia is an experienced psychologist who works with adults of all ages across a variety of issues/difficulties.
As all people are different, Mia’s collaborative approach is tailored to the individual, informed by the client’s own unique situation, preferences and needs. She draws on a number of modalities for a client-centred experience.
Mia is an experienced psychologist who works with adults of all ages across a variety of issues/difficulties.
As all people are different, Mia’s collaborative approach is tailored to the individual, informed by the client’s own unique situation, preferences and needs. She draws on a number of modalities for a client-centred experience.
(03) 7003 2475 View (03) 7003 2475
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Embodying Hope - Tessa Gordon
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have over 10 years of experience working alongside teens, adults, & families caught by eating disorders and chronic illness.
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t. Whether this is your first time seeking help or your umpteenth time, I believe everyone can recover. Just as there are many reasons why an eating disorder manifests in your life, the way you recover will be just as unique. If there were a one-size-fits-all solution, that would perhaps be as deceptive as the problem itself. Whether it’s perfectionism, judgment, loneliness, self-improvement, health, fear, family issues…Together, we will discover what invites these problems into your life and begin to find what recovery means for you.
I have over 10 years of experience working alongside teens, adults, & families caught by eating disorders and chronic illness.
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t. Whether this is your first time seeking help or your umpteenth time, I believe everyone can recover. Just as there are many reasons why an eating disorder manifests in your life, the way you recover will be just as unique. If there were a one-size-fits-all solution, that would perhaps be as deceptive as the problem itself. Whether it’s perfectionism, judgment, loneliness, self-improvement, health, fear, family issues…Together, we will discover what invites these problems into your life and begin to find what recovery means for you.
(07) 5241 1642 View (07) 5241 1642
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Craig Hildebrand-Burke
Psychologist, MPsych, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Blackburn, VIC 3130
I am an Educational & Developmental Psychologist with extensive experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings, as well as individuals of all ages in private practice.
I am an Educational & Developmental Psychologist with extensive experience working with children and adolescents in educational settings, as well as individuals of all ages in private practice.
(03) 7500 5673 View (03) 7500 5673
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Counselling and Wellbeing
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With more than 23 years in the helping professions in the UK and Australia, in various health, education, mental health areas across the lifespan, I'm able to support people with a wide range of presenting issues to support people navigating life's challenges. It can feel like no one gets it sometimes, even those closest to you. Wanting someone to listen to you who really gets it, I truly do and I know how to support you. I provide an opportunity to explore what you're experiencing with compassion focused on guiding you towards health and wellbeing.
With more than 23 years in the helping professions in the UK and Australia, in various health, education, mental health areas across the lifespan, I'm able to support people with a wide range of presenting issues to support people navigating life's challenges. It can feel like no one gets it sometimes, even those closest to you. Wanting someone to listen to you who really gets it, I truly do and I know how to support you. I provide an opportunity to explore what you're experiencing with compassion focused on guiding you towards health and wellbeing.
(08) 6206 8179 View (08) 6206 8179
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Prime Path Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
At Prime Path Psychology, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, and couples.
At Prime Path Psychology, we work with clients who may feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally disconnected. They may be facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, eating or sleep difficulties, or grief. What they seek is clarity, support, and practical tools to help them heal and grow. Our ideal clients don’t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to explore and take steps toward meaningful change. We support them with empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
At Prime Path Psychology, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, and couples.
At Prime Path Psychology, we work with clients who may feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally disconnected. They may be facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, eating or sleep difficulties, or grief. What they seek is clarity, support, and practical tools to help them heal and grow. Our ideal clients don’t need to have all the answers, just a willingness to explore and take steps toward meaningful change. We support them with empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based care.
(08) 7008 7952 View (08) 7008 7952
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.