Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Melville, WA
I specialize in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
I specialize in Internal Family Systems ( IFS) therapy.
This is a safe, supportive space to explore life’s challenges and their emotional impact. Together, in a compassionate and gentle way, we make sense of overwhelming feelings, find steadiness, and build more choice in how you respond. We explore what’s going on beneath the surface, with the aim of you feeling clearer, more empowered, and at greater peace. Developing a relaxed, respectful connection is central to my work. I go at your pace, so you can feel at ease and supported.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and discover new possibilities.
My Somatic and Mindfulness-Based approach goes beyond talking alone, helping you develop awareness of your thoughts, emotions and body’s responses to support meaningful change.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs. Together we'll develop practical strategies to help you feel better now while exploring deeper patterns that support lasting change and a more fulfilling life.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and discover new possibilities.
My Somatic and Mindfulness-Based approach goes beyond talking alone, helping you develop awareness of your thoughts, emotions and body’s responses to support meaningful change.
My approach is collaborative and trauma-informed. Sessions are tailored to your individual needs. Together we'll develop practical strategies to help you feel better now while exploring deeper patterns that support lasting change and a more fulfilling life.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
As a dedicated psychology professional, I am committed to fostering authentic connections with clients from all backgrounds. I approach each individual with respect, compassion, and a deep understanding of the complexities of human experiences. My practice is rooted in trauma-informed and inclusive care, ensuring everyone feels heard, respected, and empowered. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients navigate their challenges with gentle confidence and resilience, guiding them toward healing and personal growth. I work with individuals, couples, and children 14 years and older.
I have an integrative approach to psychotherapy including IFS informed therapy, EMDR, ACT and poly-vagal theory as a way to understand the body's response to stress and helping us to move to a state of safety.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
I have an integrative approach to psychotherapy including IFS informed therapy, EMDR, ACT and poly-vagal theory as a way to understand the body's response to stress and helping us to move to a state of safety.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
I provide a safe, open, and mobile space for children, adolescents, and families to navigate life’s most complex challenges. My practice is deeply person-centered, focusing on the "person-in-environment"—because I believe that for change to be sustainable, it has to work in the real world, not just a clinic room.
How I Work Differently:
I Come to You: I remove the barriers to care by offering sessions in your home or school across Perth (Applecross to Mandurah). Meeting families where they are most comfortable reduces anxiety and builds trust faster.
I provide a safe, open, and mobile space for children, adolescents, and families to navigate life’s most complex challenges. My practice is deeply person-centered, focusing on the "person-in-environment"—because I believe that for change to be sustainable, it has to work in the real world, not just a clinic room.
How I Work Differently:
I Come to You: I remove the barriers to care by offering sessions in your home or school across Perth (Applecross to Mandurah). Meeting families where they are most comfortable reduces anxiety and builds trust faster.
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I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges (including problems with intimacy) childhood trauma, PTSD and CPTSD. I also offer therapy and supervision to health professionals.
I work with individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges (including problems with intimacy) childhood trauma, PTSD and CPTSD. I also offer therapy and supervision to health professionals.
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone
Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
I draw on various modalities and methods such as internal family systems, IMAGO, Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
I draw on various modalities and methods such as internal family systems, IMAGO, Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Offering 22 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
Using Internal Family Systems therapy, somatic practices, and self-compassion, I help you gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface—so you can move forward with more clarity, connection, and confidence.
I offer online Internal Family Systems Therapy as a way to learn about yourself deeply.
With a collaborative approach, we explore the motives and intentions of your inner world in order to see how these influence how your life is now. I also assist working through the shock of PTSD, using the body to release fears held in the nervous system.
Using Internal Family Systems therapy, somatic practices, and self-compassion, I help you gently explore what’s going on beneath the surface—so you can move forward with more clarity, connection, and confidence.
I offer online Internal Family Systems Therapy as a way to learn about yourself deeply.
With a collaborative approach, we explore the motives and intentions of your inner world in order to see how these influence how your life is now. I also assist working through the shock of PTSD, using the body to release fears held in the nervous system.
Teresa Stevenson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Maddington, WA 6109
Waitlist for new clients
I have 25 years of frontline experience in public mental health working as a clinician, consultant, researcher, supervisor, for clients with complex mental health presentations. As one of the authors of the NHMRC Guidelines for BPD and a Nationally approved core competency trainer, I am passionate about working with BPD and trauma clients. As an accredited EMDR and Schema therapist, working scientifically and intuitively, I draw from a range of trauma informed and evidenced based approaches tailored to the needs of each client. I echo the sentiments of Dr. Angelou "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you"
I have 25 years of frontline experience in public mental health working as a clinician, consultant, researcher, supervisor, for clients with complex mental health presentations. As one of the authors of the NHMRC Guidelines for BPD and a Nationally approved core competency trainer, I am passionate about working with BPD and trauma clients. As an accredited EMDR and Schema therapist, working scientifically and intuitively, I draw from a range of trauma informed and evidenced based approaches tailored to the needs of each client. I echo the sentiments of Dr. Angelou "There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you"
I also offer specialised couples counseling using the Gottman Method and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) Therapy.
As a registered psychologist with seven years of experience, I combine a rigorous work ethic with a relaxed, approachable demeanour. I believe therapy should be highly effective but also an engaging, collaborative process. My goal is to provide practical, evidence-based support in an environment where clients can feel genuinely comfortable doing the work.
I also offer specialised couples counseling using the Gottman Method and Internal Family Systems ( IFS) Therapy.
As a registered psychologist with seven years of experience, I combine a rigorous work ethic with a relaxed, approachable demeanour. I believe therapy should be highly effective but also an engaging, collaborative process. My goal is to provide practical, evidence-based support in an environment where clients can feel genuinely comfortable doing the work.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy ( IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system.
Hi there, I'm Jana, a registered Psychotherapist/Counsellor with a B.Couns. and M.A.C.A. level 4 certification. My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy ( IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system.
Hi there, I'm Jana, a registered Psychotherapist/Counsellor with a B.Couns. and M.A.C.A. level 4 certification. My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need support to navigate challenges, gain clarity, and find a way forward. As a psychologist with over 19 years experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counselling to help individuals manage stress, low mood, anxiety, menopause, life transitions, burnout, low self-esteem, and emotional and mental well-being.
Life can be overwhelming, and sometimes we all need support to navigate challenges, gain clarity, and find a way forward. As a psychologist with over 19 years experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counselling to help individuals manage stress, low mood, anxiety, menopause, life transitions, burnout, low self-esteem, and emotional and mental well-being.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
I believe that seeking support takes courage, and my goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, respected, and understood. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, focusing on your unique experiences, abilities, and goals. I work with young people and adults to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. I also offer clinical supervision to support other practitioners in their professional development.
In therapy, I use an integrative toolkit: EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, Schema, and Somatic work, to move past talk-therapy and towards real change.
I currently have immediate availability for both assessment and therapy. I offer neuroaffirming, trauma-informed neuropsychological, academic, autism and ADHD assessment, as well as psychological therapy, and ADHD coaching. I work with adolescents and adults, in Melbourne, VIC. My assessments take into consideration cultural differences and "masking". I am experienced in working with the NDIS and Centrelink, and am Medicare registered.
In therapy, I use an integrative toolkit: EMDR, IFS, ACT, DBT, Schema, and Somatic work, to move past talk-therapy and towards real change.
I currently have immediate availability for both assessment and therapy. I offer neuroaffirming, trauma-informed neuropsychological, academic, autism and ADHD assessment, as well as psychological therapy, and ADHD coaching. I work with adolescents and adults, in Melbourne, VIC. My assessments take into consideration cultural differences and "masking". I am experienced in working with the NDIS and Centrelink, and am Medicare registered.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Deb is a registered psychologist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and a Masters in Grief and Loss, as well as Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Bachelor of Counselling. Deb is experiences working with a wide range of people and she values Telehealth as it increases access to psychological support for everyone. Deb works with anyone aged 16 years and older experiencing life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transition, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, family violence, career and work challenges, study-related difficulties and substance use.
Deb is a registered psychologist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and a Masters in Grief and Loss, as well as Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Bachelor of Counselling. Deb is experiences working with a wide range of people and she values Telehealth as it increases access to psychological support for everyone. Deb works with anyone aged 16 years and older experiencing life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transition, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, family violence, career and work challenges, study-related difficulties and substance use.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.