Substance Use Psychologists and Therapists in Bassendean, WA

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Gannon Jones
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Gannon is a Registered Psychologist who provides a safe, open, and supportive space for personal growth and meaningful change. Gannon works with adolescents (12+), adults, and couples, offering assessment, diagnosis, intervention and evidence‑based treatment for concerns including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief / loss, addictions, interpersonal issues and work‑related stress.
Gannon is a Registered Psychologist who provides a safe, open, and supportive space for personal growth and meaningful change. Gannon works with adolescents (12+), adults, and couples, offering assessment, diagnosis, intervention and evidence‑based treatment for concerns including mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief / loss, addictions, interpersonal issues and work‑related stress.
(08) 6171 3668 View (08) 6171 3668
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Andrew Meyer
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist with 17 years of experience, including the past 10 years in private practice. He supports adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. Andrew believes meaningful therapy begins with a genuine, trusting relationship. He encourages clients to approach their therapeutic journey with curiosity and compassion, helping them better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist with 17 years of experience, including the past 10 years in private practice. He supports adolescents (16+) and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. Andrew believes meaningful therapy begins with a genuine, trusting relationship. He encourages clients to approach their therapeutic journey with curiosity and compassion, helping them better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
(08) 6002 2760 View (08) 6002 2760
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Jason Brooks
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Based in Mundaring within the Perth Eastern Hills, Cor Counselling provides a calm and confidential space to slow down and make sense of what is happening in your life. It is not about quick fixes, but about understanding your story and the experiences, relationships, and patterns shaping it. Some people come to work through stress, anxiety, or conflict. Others seek clarity during transition or a deeper connection with what matters most. Together, we explore emotions, recurring patterns, and practical next steps in a way that is thoughtful, grounded, and constructive. The focus is clarity, balance, and sustainable growth.
Based in Mundaring within the Perth Eastern Hills, Cor Counselling provides a calm and confidential space to slow down and make sense of what is happening in your life. It is not about quick fixes, but about understanding your story and the experiences, relationships, and patterns shaping it. Some people come to work through stress, anxiety, or conflict. Others seek clarity during transition or a deeper connection with what matters most. Together, we explore emotions, recurring patterns, and practical next steps in a way that is thoughtful, grounded, and constructive. The focus is clarity, balance, and sustainable growth.
(08) 6493 7221 View (08) 6493 7221
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Lara Steel
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Telehealth Available Australia Wide. In Person Available in Perth Metro WA. There is no such thing as a human that doesn't need support sometimes. If it all feels too much and you're confused or overwhelmed by your emotions, or perhaps you've gone numb long ago, it's ok to be where you're at. The question really is, where do you want to be in the future? What do you want your life to look like, and how can you get there? I am all about helping people build up their own toolkit of coping strategies so that you feel you have options to weather the storms and are in control of your own thoughts and feelings and not at their mercy.
Telehealth Available Australia Wide. In Person Available in Perth Metro WA. There is no such thing as a human that doesn't need support sometimes. If it all feels too much and you're confused or overwhelmed by your emotions, or perhaps you've gone numb long ago, it's ok to be where you're at. The question really is, where do you want to be in the future? What do you want your life to look like, and how can you get there? I am all about helping people build up their own toolkit of coping strategies so that you feel you have options to weather the storms and are in control of your own thoughts and feelings and not at their mercy.
0421 419 521 View 0421 419 521
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Jade Rivera
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of the people I see are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, ADHD, relationship struggles, substance use, life transitions, existential questions, and the deep loneliness that can come with these experiences.
In our work together, we might gently uncover your needs, move through fears and concerns, and explore different parts of yourself. My hope is that this process helps you come back to your centre, so you can live with more ease, joy, and fulfilment. At the heart of my practice is offering a warm, empathic, and understanding space.
Many of the people I see are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, ADHD, relationship struggles, substance use, life transitions, existential questions, and the deep loneliness that can come with these experiences.
In our work together, we might gently uncover your needs, move through fears and concerns, and explore different parts of yourself. My hope is that this process helps you come back to your centre, so you can live with more ease, joy, and fulfilment. At the heart of my practice is offering a warm, empathic, and understanding space.
(08) 6490 9810 View (08) 6490 9810

More Therapists Nearby

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Michelle Allinson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Fremantle, WA 6160
My focus is client centred, and over the years I have learned a great deal about human behaviour with particular regards to depression and trauma. I focus heavily on self compassion and the defences that can stop us from moving forward. Expect a down to earth, empathic and humanistic approach when you work with me.
My focus is client centred, and over the years I have learned a great deal about human behaviour with particular regards to depression and trauma. I focus heavily on self compassion and the defences that can stop us from moving forward. Expect a down to earth, empathic and humanistic approach when you work with me.
(08) 9468 6011 View (08) 9468 6011
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Cheralee King
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Attadale, WA 6156
For 6 years I worked in the area of Drug and alcohol support, counselling clients struggling with substance use and those impacted by another’s substance use issues.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
For 6 years I worked in the area of Drug and alcohol support, counselling clients struggling with substance use and those impacted by another’s substance use issues.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
(08) 6219 3902 View (08) 6219 3902
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Caitlin Amanda Gaffney
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED. My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values. Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with specialised experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, recovery and trauma. I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED. My approach is grounded in empathy, empowerment and collaboration, focused on building the insight, self-compassion, and practical skills needed to achieve your goals and live in alignment with your values. Clients who are referred by a GP with a mental health treatment plan are eligible for Medicare rebates of $87.25 per session.
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Dave Segal
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
Specialising in couples counselling, substance use, grief, and trauma I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you’ve found yourself here, chances are something important isn’t feeling right—maybe in your relationship, your sense of self, or both. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for decades, it’s common to feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. And it’s not always easy to open up to friends, family, or even your partner. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together to create meaningful, lasting change—emotionally, mentally, and in the way you connect with others. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about supporting you.
Specialising in couples counselling, substance use, grief, and trauma I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
If you’ve found yourself here, chances are something important isn’t feeling right—maybe in your relationship, your sense of self, or both. Whether you’re in a new relationship or have been together for decades, it’s common to feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. And it’s not always easy to open up to friends, family, or even your partner. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together to create meaningful, lasting change—emotionally, mentally, and in the way you connect with others. Therapy isn’t about fixing you—it’s about supporting you.
(07) 4085 9014 View (07) 4085 9014
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Kym Murray
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Leeming, WA 6149
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
Are you struggling right now? Do you feel overwhelmed or alone? Is it challenging to get through the day, interact with others, manage circumstances, or heal from past trauma? Whether your concerns are significant life events, relationship conflicts, troubles with coping, poor mental health or barriers to self-development, I may be able to help. Engaging in counselling/psychotherapy means having support while working towards insight and healing, enhancing relationships, or developing healthier coping strategies and ways of thinking that can lead to improved wellbeing and quality of life.
(08) 6171 2922 View (08) 6171 2922
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Gizella Dudas
Counsellor, ACA-L4
8 Endorsed
South Lake, WA 6164
I’m a passionate Systemic Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples and families. The integrative, person centred & strength-based approach I use in therapy will ensure the best outcome in managing difficult relationships, separation or divorce, self harm and/or school avoidance in adolescence, prescription medication or illicit substance misuse, alcohol abuse, grief and loss of a loved one, and many other life developmental stage complexities. My trauma-informed approach provides safety, emotional growth, and strength building for all clients in need of support. I'm available for face to face and online or phone sessions
I’m a passionate Systemic Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples and families. The integrative, person centred & strength-based approach I use in therapy will ensure the best outcome in managing difficult relationships, separation or divorce, self harm and/or school avoidance in adolescence, prescription medication or illicit substance misuse, alcohol abuse, grief and loss of a loved one, and many other life developmental stage complexities. My trauma-informed approach provides safety, emotional growth, and strength building for all clients in need of support. I'm available for face to face and online or phone sessions
(08) 9473 6348 View (08) 9473 6348
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Sarah Dakhili
Counsellor, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
(07) 3130 0085 View (07) 3130 0085
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Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
(07) 4243 4810 View (07) 4243 4810
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Thrive within Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Online Only
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, or difficulties with identity and relationships.
I often work with people who feel stuck in cycles they’re struggling to break — whether that’s challenges with alcohol and other drugs (AOD), ongoing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or the experience of navigating identity, belonging, and relationships within the LGBTIQ+ community.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, or difficulties with identity and relationships.
I often work with people who feel stuck in cycles they’re struggling to break — whether that’s challenges with alcohol and other drugs (AOD), ongoing mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, or the experience of navigating identity, belonging, and relationships within the LGBTIQ+ community.
(08) 7110 0028 View (08) 7110 0028
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Melanie Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Rockingham, WA 6168
Being female can be tough. Periods, pregnancy, perimenopause & menopause, painful sex, hormone issues, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, gender roles, the mental load; it's wild. I've worked with women for many years & am now focused on guiding women through the rollercoaster of perimenopause and menopause - a new stage of hormonal chaos (a second puberty, anyone?). I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, postnatal issues, parenting difficulties, & relationship issues. I also see people with sex and intimacy struggles and gender dysphoria, & am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and kink-aware therapist.
Being female can be tough. Periods, pregnancy, perimenopause & menopause, painful sex, hormone issues, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, gender roles, the mental load; it's wild. I've worked with women for many years & am now focused on guiding women through the rollercoaster of perimenopause and menopause - a new stage of hormonal chaos (a second puberty, anyone?). I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, grief & loss, postnatal issues, parenting difficulties, & relationship issues. I also see people with sex and intimacy struggles and gender dysphoria, & am a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and kink-aware therapist.
(08) 6490 9668 View (08) 6490 9668
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Cygnet Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Fremantle, WA 6160
Cygnet Clinic a multidisciplinary team consisting of private practicing Clinical Psychologists and Consultant Psychiatrists with a focus on evidenced based and collaborative care models of practice. We are one of the few practices with Psychiatrists, and Pain Specialists working collaboratively with other medical specialist soon to join our team. You can book an appointment with another clinician directly online rather than calling the clinic at our website.
Cygnet Clinic a multidisciplinary team consisting of private practicing Clinical Psychologists and Consultant Psychiatrists with a focus on evidenced based and collaborative care models of practice. We are one of the few practices with Psychiatrists, and Pain Specialists working collaboratively with other medical specialist soon to join our team. You can book an appointment with another clinician directly online rather than calling the clinic at our website.
(08) 6171 3741 View (08) 6171 3741
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Will Hoffmann
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Cannington, WA 6107
Will is a Registered Psychologist who takes a person-centred and collaborative approach to creating a supportive space for meaningful change. Will works with adolescent and adult clients to develop insight, address core issues, and build skills. Using a warm, structured, and evidence-based approach, Will supports clients experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction, to move toward their goals. Will values authenticity and curiosity in therapy, and is committed to tailoring therapy to each person’s strengths, values, and lived experience to promote long-term wellbeing.
Will is a Registered Psychologist who takes a person-centred and collaborative approach to creating a supportive space for meaningful change. Will works with adolescent and adult clients to develop insight, address core issues, and build skills. Using a warm, structured, and evidence-based approach, Will supports clients experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and addiction, to move toward their goals. Will values authenticity and curiosity in therapy, and is committed to tailoring therapy to each person’s strengths, values, and lived experience to promote long-term wellbeing.
(08) 6206 8553 View (08) 6206 8553
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Jayde Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
I am a genuine, warm, and collaborative clinician, experienced working with clients of all ages. I appreciate and acknowledge the courage it takes for an individual to seek assistance, so I endeavour to support and empower clients to navigate and grow through their adversity and change. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am a genuine, warm, and collaborative clinician, experienced working with clients of all ages. I appreciate and acknowledge the courage it takes for an individual to seek assistance, so I endeavour to support and empower clients to navigate and grow through their adversity and change. I look forward to hearing from you.
(08) 6117 8458 View (08) 6117 8458
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Charlotte Parr
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
Charlotte is a down-to-earth, Wollongong & Sydney-based psychologist. She empowers people to take responsibility for their mental health, find their wisdom & guide them towards the life they want to lead. Charlotte’s approach is holistic, she bridges Western science with Eastern healing techniques. Known for her bold approach, she is able to see the best in people. Charlotte targets the emotional, cognitive, physical, behavioural, relational & spiritual levels of healing. Her approach is not a band-aid fix. She gets the full picture of your health and delves beneath the surface to support you to make lifelong sustainable changes.
(02) 4214 8187 View (02) 4214 8187
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Kathy Bekavac
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! As an endorsed clinical psych and ed/dev psych, I enjoy working with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. I believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults to work through life’s challenges using evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR). 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
Hello, I'm Dr Kathy! As an endorsed clinical psych and ed/dev psych, I enjoy working with clients to create a therapeutic space that feels safe and empowering. I believe that every journey towards mental health and wellbeing is unique and deserves a personalised approach. We offer: 1 - Therapy for adults to work through life’s challenges using evidence-based strategies (CBT, ACT, DBT & EMDR). 2 - Assessments for children, adolescents and adults that are comprehensive and include a range of neurodevelopmental conditions (specific learning disorders, autism, ADHD etc.) 3 - Supervision for psychologists that is PsyBA approved.
(07) 2100 4267 View (07) 2100 4267
Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.

Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.