Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Vermont, VIC

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Charlotte Ford
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Prov
Serves Area
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.
I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced adversity, and I am dedicated to exploring attachment patterns and the somatic impacts of trauma on the body. I am also keen to help clients build effective communication skills, which I believe are fundamental to creating healthy relationships and promoting emotional well-being.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.
I have a particular interest in working with clients who have experienced adversity, and I am dedicated to exploring attachment patterns and the somatic impacts of trauma on the body. I am also keen to help clients build effective communication skills, which I believe are fundamental to creating healthy relationships and promoting emotional well-being.
(03) 7050 5598 View (03) 7050 5598
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Amanda Coughlan Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I support adolescents and adults with emotional regulation, anxiety, burnout, trauma-related difficulties, and neurodivergent experiences including ADHD and autism.
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13 to 65) who are seeking to better understand themselves. This may include exploring ADHD or autism, or generally wanting support to navigate daily life in a way that feels more sustainable and authentic. Many of the people I work with are looking for clarity, self-understanding, and a space where they feel genuinely heard and accepted.
I support adolescents and adults with emotional regulation, anxiety, burnout, trauma-related difficulties, and neurodivergent experiences including ADHD and autism.
I work with adolescents and adults (ages 13 to 65) who are seeking to better understand themselves. This may include exploring ADHD or autism, or generally wanting support to navigate daily life in a way that feels more sustainable and authentic. Many of the people I work with are looking for clarity, self-understanding, and a space where they feel genuinely heard and accepted.
(03) 8203 5571 View (03) 8203 5571
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BLS Counselling
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Through a gentle, conversational style, I will explore your issues with depression, anxiety or complex trauma, going only as deep as you feel comfortable and aiming to help you better understand and resolve them.
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.
Through a gentle, conversational style, I will explore your issues with depression, anxiety or complex trauma, going only as deep as you feel comfortable and aiming to help you better understand and resolve them.
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.
(02) 4810 0678 View (02) 4810 0678
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Rowena Harris Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
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). Regarding ADHD, the impacts can be huge, upsetting and challenging in both personal and work life, with planning, organising, goal setting and focussing. Thus, gaining knowledge and understanding brings about awareness of how neurodivergent brains work and the need for both emotional and practical support being very important. It is all about how to work with your ADHD diagnosis and not against it.
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). Regarding ADHD, the impacts can be huge, upsetting and challenging in both personal and work life, with planning, organising, goal setting and focussing. Thus, gaining knowledge and understanding brings about awareness of how neurodivergent brains work and the need for both emotional and practical support being very important. It is all about how to work with your ADHD diagnosis and not against it.
(03) 8203 5039 View (03) 8203 5039
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Kelsey Bennett
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm and other life transitions.
I place a strong focus on increasing self-awareness and empowering you to move through difficult life experiences. I assume that you are the expert of your own life, and will work collaboratively with you to improve understanding of yourself and develop strategies to cope with whatever life throws at you.
I am a level 3 ACA registered Counsellor and I work closely with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, traumatic stress, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm and other life transitions.
I place a strong focus on increasing self-awareness and empowering you to move through difficult life experiences. I assume that you are the expert of your own life, and will work collaboratively with you to improve understanding of yourself and develop strategies to cope with whatever life throws at you.
(03) 8203 5790 View (03) 8203 5790
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Stephanie Taylor
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
She has worked with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, grief and loss, trauma, emotion regulation challenges, interpersonal and family related challenges, and body image concerns.
Stephanie is a warm and compassionate Psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. Stephanie holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across private practice and school settings. Stephanie prioritises building authentic therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel supported to explore their experiences. Stephanie is particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent clients and is committed to delivering care that is neuroaffirming and strengths-based.
She has worked with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, grief and loss, trauma, emotion regulation challenges, interpersonal and family related challenges, and body image concerns.
Stephanie is a warm and compassionate Psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society. Stephanie holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and has experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across private practice and school settings. Stephanie prioritises building authentic therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, collaborative space where clients feel supported to explore their experiences. Stephanie is particularly passionate about working with neurodivergent clients and is committed to delivering care that is neuroaffirming and strengths-based.
(03) 8203 5356 View (03) 8203 5356
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Soph Marsland
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
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 an experienced practitioner of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She combines this with techniques from Schema Therapy and compassion-based approaches. Soph is also a senior clinical psychologist at St Vincent’s Hospital mental health and a Board approved supervisor.
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 an experienced practitioner of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She combines this with techniques from Schema Therapy and compassion-based approaches. Soph is also a senior clinical psychologist at St Vincent’s Hospital mental health and a Board approved supervisor.
(03) 8771 4282 View (03) 8771 4282
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Meyer Institute
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Vermont, VIC 3133
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.
As a registered psychologist, I have experience working with clients with a wide a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, relationships, I also bring my experience as an educator and use my training and experience in psychometric testing to identify learning disorders, intelligence testing, adaptive testing and many more.
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.
As a registered psychologist, I have experience working with clients with a wide a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, relationships, I also bring my experience as an educator and use my training and experience in psychometric testing to identify learning disorders, intelligence testing, adaptive testing and many more.
(03) 8771 5270 View (03) 8771 5270
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Fiona Cheung
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Vermont, VIC 3133
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.
My approach is client-centred and culturally sensitive. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Art and Play Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), depending on what feels most helpful.
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.
My approach is client-centred and culturally sensitive. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Art and Play Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), depending on what feels most helpful.
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Glimmers Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Vermont, VIC 3133
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. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
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. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
(03) 8203 5669 View (03) 8203 5669
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Petra van Vliet
Social Worker, AMHSW
Vermont, VIC 3133
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.
(03) 8203 5194 View (03) 8203 5194
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Nidhi Khanna
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes?
I aim to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Therapy is available both in-person in Burwood and online across Australia. I also understand Urdu, Punjabi, Marathi, and Gujarati, helping me connect more meaningfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, or major life changes?
I aim to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate space where you feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Therapy is available both in-person in Burwood and online across Australia. I also understand Urdu, Punjabi, Marathi, and Gujarati, helping me connect more meaningfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
(03) 8771 5140 View (03) 8771 5140
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Guided Growth Consulting
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Serves Area
Alongside career and life direction support, we also offer care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress and grief, understanding that these experiences often intersect with major life changes.
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.
Alongside career and life direction support, we also offer care for concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress and grief, understanding that these experiences often intersect with major life changes.
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.
(03) 8203 5182 View (03) 8203 5182
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The Australian Psychology Clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
She has a special interest in supporting individuals who need support for anxiety, mood disturbances, life transitions, family conflict/attachment and behavioural concerns.
We provide comprehensive psychology services tailored specifically for children and teenagers. From individual counselling sessions to family therapy and specialized interventions, we offer a range of services aimed at promoting emotional well-being and fostering healthy development.
She has a special interest in supporting individuals who need support for anxiety, mood disturbances, life transitions, family conflict/attachment and behavioural concerns.
We provide comprehensive psychology services tailored specifically for children and teenagers. From individual counselling sessions to family therapy and specialized interventions, we offer a range of services aimed at promoting emotional well-being and fostering healthy development.
(03) 8771 4411 View (03) 8771 4411
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Andra McClure
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Are you looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks (visual, auditory or feelings)?
I offer a safe, welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space, and use a range of evidence-based, trauma-competent therapies such as: psychoeducation, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, attachment-focussed EMDR, and the gold-standard trauma model used by US experts. And free tea/coffee, biccys!
Are you looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks (visual, auditory or feelings)?
I offer a safe, welcoming, warm, non-judgemental space, and use a range of evidence-based, trauma-competent therapies such as: psychoeducation, solution-focused brief therapy, person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, attachment-focussed EMDR, and the gold-standard trauma model used by US experts. And free tea/coffee, biccys!
(03) 7500 5700 View (03) 7500 5700
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Magdalen Ser
EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner, MSc
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
You may find yourself repeating the same emotional or relational patterns, even when you understand where they come from. Despite insight and self-awareness, many people still feel overwhelmed, disconnected or emotionally stuck. Often, these experiences are held not only in thoughts, but within the nervous system and in the ways the brain and body have adapted over time.
You may find yourself repeating the same emotional or relational patterns, even when you understand where they come from. Despite insight and self-awareness, many people still feel overwhelmed, disconnected or emotionally stuck. Often, these experiences are held not only in thoughts, but within the nervous system and in the ways the brain and body have adapted over time.
(03) 9994 1795 View (03) 9994 1795
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Dhanisha Kanagasingam
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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.
(03) 8203 5640 View (03) 8203 5640
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Dr Danielle Orton-Lachlan
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
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’s approach is trauma-informed and neuroaffirming. She has a special interest in working with neurodivergent adults diagnosed later in life. Danielle lives in a neurodivergent household and understands the challenges that exist at both an individual and family level. Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers. Danielle is completing Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) training with her best pal, Shelby the Golden, joining her soon in the counselling room!
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’s approach is trauma-informed and neuroaffirming. She has a special interest in working with neurodivergent adults diagnosed later in life. Danielle lives in a neurodivergent household and understands the challenges that exist at both an individual and family level. Consequently, she also has a passion for supporting parents and carers. Danielle is completing Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) training with her best pal, Shelby the Golden, joining her soon in the counselling room!
(03) 8203 5244 View (03) 8203 5244
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Kefu Xie
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
These include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties.
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
These include depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties.
I am keen to support individuals who are experiencing emotional distress, ongoing mood or relationship difficulties, or the lasting impacts of complex trauma. Many of the people I work with are seeking relief, clarity, or a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns. I’m passionate about working with clients from LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and multicultural communities, offering a safe and affirming space to explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change.
0493 156 299 View 0493 156 299
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Rosemary Tainsh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
  Rosemary has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting.
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 has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, parent and infant mental health, trauma, childhood anxiety, and parenting.
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.
(03) 4421 6346 View (03) 4421 6346
Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.