Psychologists and Therapists for Adults in Vermont, VIC
The foundation of my counselling is social-justice, compassion and integrity. I am an accredited mental health social worker with over 30 years' experience in clinical mental health settings, community palliative care & aged care. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I work from a trauma-informed framework which incorporates Attachment theory, Schema Theory and IFS.
The foundation of my counselling is social-justice, compassion and integrity. I am an accredited mental health social worker with over 30 years' experience in clinical mental health settings, community palliative care & aged care. I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming), Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I work from a trauma-informed framework which incorporates Attachment theory, Schema Theory and IFS.
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life.
I appreciate that searching for a new therapist and building on that momentum of some glimmers and hope for change can feel daunting. I support and respect your courage and vulnerability for reaching out and endeavour to make the process worth it.
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life.
I appreciate that searching for a new therapist and building on that momentum of some glimmers and hope for change can feel daunting. I support and respect your courage and vulnerability for reaching out and endeavour to make the process worth it.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
We use a holistic, person-centred and evidence-based approach, combining specialised psychological interventions to support anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, stress, emotional regulation, executive functioning, social challenges and life transitions. Every person is unique, so therapy is tailored to individual needs, strengths and goals, with practical strategies integrated into daily life. Genuine care, neurodiversity-affirming practice and best-practice treatment guide our sessions. Fees are reasonable, and we aim to offer timely appointments when support is most needed.
We use a holistic, person-centred and evidence-based approach, combining specialised psychological interventions to support anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, stress, emotional regulation, executive functioning, social challenges and life transitions. Every person is unique, so therapy is tailored to individual needs, strengths and goals, with practical strategies integrated into daily life. Genuine care, neurodiversity-affirming practice and best-practice treatment guide our sessions. Fees are reasonable, and we aim to offer timely appointments when support is most needed.
Have you spent a considerable time and efforts in trying to understand your difficulties — and yet still find the emotional patterns won't shift and the same relational dynamics return? The body stays braced and old responses fire before thought can catch up?
When insight alone hasn't been enough, it's often because trauma lives less in our thinking than in the nervous system itself. This is where a different kind of work can help.
Have you spent a considerable time and efforts in trying to understand your difficulties — and yet still find the emotional patterns won't shift and the same relational dynamics return? The body stays braced and old responses fire before thought can catch up?
When insight alone hasn't been enough, it's often because trauma lives less in our thinking than in the nervous system itself. This is where a different kind of work can help.
At Guided Growth, our aim is to help people at every stage build clarity, confidence, and the practical skills needed to make informed choices about their future and wellbeing. Whether you’re exploring career options, considering a transition, returning after time away, or feeling uncertain about your next steps, we will work with you to make sense of where you are and where you want to go. We believe that thriving is not only about external success, but also about feeling grounded, purposeful, and aligned in yourself. We create a supportive environment where you can reflect on what matters most, and the challenges you're facing.
At Guided Growth, our aim is to help people at every stage build clarity, confidence, and the practical skills needed to make informed choices about their future and wellbeing. Whether you’re exploring career options, considering a transition, returning after time away, or feeling uncertain about your next steps, we will work with you to make sense of where you are and where you want to go. We believe that thriving is not only about external success, but also about feeling grounded, purposeful, and aligned in yourself. We create a supportive environment where you can reflect on what matters most, and the challenges you're facing.
This has allowed Dominic to develop his expertise in providing talk therapy to adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing emotional difficulties.
Dominic works with those experiencing emotional difficulty, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship problems, parenting issues, grief and the broader psychological challenges associated with adjusting to a change in roles and stage of life.
This has allowed Dominic to develop his expertise in providing talk therapy to adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing emotional difficulties.
Dominic works with those experiencing emotional difficulty, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship problems, parenting issues, grief and the broader psychological challenges associated with adjusting to a change in roles and stage of life.
I am a Provisional Psychologist currently completing my Master of Clinical Psychology, with experience supporting clients across the lifespan. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. I tailor evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy, to meet each person’s unique needs, drawing on my background in research on parenting, child development, and sexual health.
I am a Provisional Psychologist currently completing my Master of Clinical Psychology, with experience supporting clients across the lifespan. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. I tailor evidence-based therapies, such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy, to meet each person’s unique needs, drawing on my background in research on parenting, child development, and sexual health.
Soph is passionate about helping people build lives that are rich and meaningful to them. With warmth, care, and authenticity, Soph supports you to sort out what is under your control and act on it, and learn skills to manage what is not under your control, including the difficult thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories and other internal experiences that come with being human, so that these don't dominate your life. Soph sees people aged 18+ and has special interest in working with clients experiencing all types of anxiety, mood problems, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, perinatal mental health issues, and psychosis.
Soph is passionate about helping people build lives that are rich and meaningful to them. With warmth, care, and authenticity, Soph supports you to sort out what is under your control and act on it, and learn skills to manage what is not under your control, including the difficult thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories and other internal experiences that come with being human, so that these don't dominate your life. Soph sees people aged 18+ and has special interest in working with clients experiencing all types of anxiety, mood problems, obsessions and compulsions, trauma, perinatal mental health issues, and psychosis.
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
I work with clients who are seeking support and guidance to manage and cope with mental health challenges such as trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief and loss, life transitions, self-esteem, family issues, and relationship issues. Together, we tackle goals such as reducing symptoms of mental illness, improving their ability to function in daily life, building stronger relationships with loved ones, and developing greater self-awareness and self-esteem. My clients come to me with a desire to improve their mental health and overall well-being so that they can live a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
Rosemary is also able to provide Autism, ADHD, Cognitive and Educational Assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
Rosemary uses a number of therapeutic frameworks to inform her practice, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Rosemary is also able to provide Autism, ADHD, Cognitive and Educational Assessments for children, adolescents, and adults.
Rosemary uses a number of therapeutic frameworks to inform her practice, including but not limited to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Play Therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes? I am a certified practising Counsellor offering support in English and Hindi, with experience supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, family violence, migration-related challenges, carer burnout, and trauma. I also support immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, carers, and people seeking culturally sensitive therapy.
My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor therapy to your unique experiences, values, needs, and goals, because no two journeys are the same.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes? I am a certified practising Counsellor offering support in English and Hindi, with experience supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, family violence, migration-related challenges, carer burnout, and trauma. I also support immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, carers, and people seeking culturally sensitive therapy.
My approach is warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor therapy to your unique experiences, values, needs, and goals, because no two journeys are the same.
I have over 5 years of experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds including adults, teens and elderly, couples and families in crisis.
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
I have over 5 years of experience helping individuals from diverse backgrounds including adults, teens and elderly, couples and families in crisis.
I am a registered counsellor and psychotherapist in Australia, holding a Master's degree in Counselling, and I am honoured to be an affiliated member of the Australian Institute of Counselling (25403). My professional accreditations include the following: Registered and Certified Individual/Group Clinical Supervisor with College of Supervisor, Level 1 Certified Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist, Level 1 & 2 Certified Complex Trauma Therapist, Level 1 Solution-Focused Couple Therapist, Certified Anger Management Therapist, Certified Guilt & Shame Specialist, Certified Sex Therapist and Level 1 Gottman Couple Certification.
I work therapeutically with diverse adult populations, including female and male clients across the lifespan.
Hi, I'm Andra an experienced clinical counsellor. Are you looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks (visual, auditory or feelings)? Are you having relationship difficulties, such as problems with a partner (or ex), family member, co-worker or friend? Are you struggling with parenting/behavioural difficulties? I have a particular interest in PTSD, complex and attachment trauma whether from childhood issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents. I also have a strong focus & experience supporting neurodivergent clients.
I work therapeutically with diverse adult populations, including female and male clients across the lifespan.
Hi, I'm Andra an experienced clinical counsellor. Are you looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks (visual, auditory or feelings)? Are you having relationship difficulties, such as problems with a partner (or ex), family member, co-worker or friend? Are you struggling with parenting/behavioural difficulties? I have a particular interest in PTSD, complex and attachment trauma whether from childhood issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents. I also have a strong focus & experience supporting neurodivergent clients.
Danielle offers individual therapy and is passionate about working with young adults and adults with ASD and/or ADHD.
Danielle offers assistance with: Autistic burnout, Life adjustments (such as beginning tertiary education or entering the workforce), Trauma, Navigating Relationships, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), Anxiety (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety), Depression, Low self-esteem, Assertiveness Training, Parenting and Carer support.
Danielle offers individual therapy and is passionate about working with young adults and adults with ASD and/or ADHD.
Danielle offers assistance with: Autistic burnout, Life adjustments (such as beginning tertiary education or entering the workforce), Trauma, Navigating Relationships, Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), Anxiety (Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety), Depression, Low self-esteem, Assertiveness Training, Parenting and Carer support.
I provide counselling support and guidance for adults experiencing mental health challenges, and those who have been diagnosed and newly diagnosed, with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
I am a passionate and caring Mental Health Counsellor, with over 7 years of experience. I have a Master’s in Social Science Counselling from Swinburne University, Melbourne and a certified ADHD Practitioner, from the Neurodiversity Training Academy in the U.K., (2025)
I work from a Person-Centred approach and use a range of modalities in my therapy.
I provide counselling support and guidance for adults experiencing mental health challenges, and those who have been diagnosed and newly diagnosed, with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).
I am a passionate and caring Mental Health Counsellor, with over 7 years of experience. I have a Master’s in Social Science Counselling from Swinburne University, Melbourne and a certified ADHD Practitioner, from the Neurodiversity Training Academy in the U.K., (2025)
I work from a Person-Centred approach and use a range of modalities in my therapy.
Dhanisha is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Psychologist who prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her focus on building strong therapeutic relationships and her commitment to a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach shows a deep respect for individual experiences and diversity.
Dhanisha is a compassionate and dedicated Registered Psychologist who prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients. Her focus on building strong therapeutic relationships and her commitment to a strengths-based, culturally sensitive approach shows a deep respect for individual experiences and diversity.
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13 to 65) who are seeking to better understand themselves.
As a registered psychologist, I support clients build skills and understanding their needs, patterns, and goals. My approach is neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and evidence-based and always adapted for you. I draw on therapies such as dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing).
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13 to 65) who are seeking to better understand themselves.
As a registered psychologist, I support clients build skills and understanding their needs, patterns, and goals. My approach is neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and evidence-based and always adapted for you. I draw on therapies such as dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing).
Hi there. Are you feeling ok? Because if you are not, no matter what the problem might be, I am here to welcome you and spend time with you to listen to what you have to say. Together we can work through your current challenges and arrive at solutions that will work best for you. You deserve to live the happy and fulfilled life you desire. Give me a call for a free consultation and we can take it from there.
Hi there. Are you feeling ok? Because if you are not, no matter what the problem might be, I am here to welcome you and spend time with you to listen to what you have to say. Together we can work through your current challenges and arrive at solutions that will work best for you. You deserve to live the happy and fulfilled life you desire. Give me a call for a free consultation and we can take it from there.
I work with adolescents and adults.
I help people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves and others. Many of my clients come to therapy after years of “holding it together” for everyone else while struggling internally with anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, parenting stress, or navigating neurodivergence. My approach is compassionate, practical, and honest. I aim to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and able to make meaningful changes without judgment.
I work with adolescents and adults.
I help people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves and others. Many of my clients come to therapy after years of “holding it together” for everyone else while struggling internally with anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, parenting stress, or navigating neurodivergence. My approach is compassionate, practical, and honest. I aim to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and able to make meaningful changes without judgment.
Nearby Adults Therapists Searches for Vermont
- Blackburn
- Blackburn South
- Burwood East
- Forest Hill
- Mitcham
- Mount Waverley
- Nunawading
- Scoresby
- Vermont South
- Wantirna
- Wantirna South
- Wheelers Hill
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.