Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Perth, WA
The decision to start therapy can be a little overwhelming. I respect your decision to come to therapy and will work with you to make the process as easy and as smooth as possible. I am passionate about providing therapy that is person-centered, compassionate, empathetic, and holistic. I tailor my interventions to each individual’s needs and draw from a range of modalities. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space that allows room for the exploration of difficult thoughts, feelings, and events. I pride myself on being an empathetic listener and have been known to sprinkle some humour into sessions where appropriate.
The decision to start therapy can be a little overwhelming. I respect your decision to come to therapy and will work with you to make the process as easy and as smooth as possible. I am passionate about providing therapy that is person-centered, compassionate, empathetic, and holistic. I tailor my interventions to each individual’s needs and draw from a range of modalities. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space that allows room for the exploration of difficult thoughts, feelings, and events. I pride myself on being an empathetic listener and have been known to sprinkle some humour into sessions where appropriate.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist treating a range of presentations including trauma, anxiety and depression. Each patient is individual and our work together is unique to the patient and aimed at providing best outcomes for their current life stage. I draw on my 20 years + experience in various clinical, hospital and organisational settings, as well as training in a number of evidence based therapeutic approaches to help the patient achieve their mental health goals.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist treating a range of presentations including trauma, anxiety and depression. Each patient is individual and our work together is unique to the patient and aimed at providing best outcomes for their current life stage. I draw on my 20 years + experience in various clinical, hospital and organisational settings, as well as training in a number of evidence based therapeutic approaches to help the patient achieve their mental health goals.
I have over 20 years of experience in couples therapy, marriage counselling, sex therapy and individual therapy. I specialise in working with couples and individuals who are struggling with issues in their relationship and/or sex life. I also work with people who are wanting to explore issues around relationships (e.g. questioning your current relationship, partner choice, difficulties with intimacy/commitment, dating). My practice is inclusive for people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and backgrounds. I am experienced in working with clients who practice consensual non-monogamy.
I have over 20 years of experience in couples therapy, marriage counselling, sex therapy and individual therapy. I specialise in working with couples and individuals who are struggling with issues in their relationship and/or sex life. I also work with people who are wanting to explore issues around relationships (e.g. questioning your current relationship, partner choice, difficulties with intimacy/commitment, dating). My practice is inclusive for people of all genders, sexualities, cultures and backgrounds. I am experienced in working with clients who practice consensual non-monogamy.
I deeply nurture and empower high-achieving women to align with their most authentic selves. Through expert guidance, you’ll strengthen your confidence, clarify your identity, and move forward with purpose and courage.
For women who want more — more meaning, more impact, more alignment — you’re in the right place.
I deeply nurture and empower high-achieving women to align with their most authentic selves. Through expert guidance, you’ll strengthen your confidence, clarify your identity, and move forward with purpose and courage.
For women who want more — more meaning, more impact, more alignment — you’re in the right place.
As a dedicated psychologist with a diverse background supporting adults, adolescents, veterans, injured workers, and individuals living with acquired brain injuries, I bring a warm, grounded, and approachable style to therapy.
I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, neurodivergence, attachment difficulties, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming, drawing from EMDR, somatic and nervous system-informed approaches, and a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual.
As a dedicated psychologist with a diverse background supporting adults, adolescents, veterans, injured workers, and individuals living with acquired brain injuries, I bring a warm, grounded, and approachable style to therapy.
I work with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, neurodivergence, attachment difficulties, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is person-centred, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming, drawing from EMDR, somatic and nervous system-informed approaches, and a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual.
Kris has many years of experience working in the field of clinical and mental health. Her interests relate to understanding and helping people who have experienced trauma, self-esteem issues, grief and loss. Specifically, she has been involved in the treatment of children and adults who have been subject to various types of traumatic acute and chronic abuse. Abuse may lead to anxiety, depression, relationship and self-worth issues, for example. Traumatic events have been shown to have life-long consequences. These events often lead to poor quality of life and health-related conditions.
Kris has many years of experience working in the field of clinical and mental health. Her interests relate to understanding and helping people who have experienced trauma, self-esteem issues, grief and loss. Specifically, she has been involved in the treatment of children and adults who have been subject to various types of traumatic acute and chronic abuse. Abuse may lead to anxiety, depression, relationship and self-worth issues, for example. Traumatic events have been shown to have life-long consequences. These events often lead to poor quality of life and health-related conditions.
I help clients explore their problems and feelings about themselves and others in their lives. I specialise in working with issues such as communication problems, betrayal, anxiety, depression and stress, separation and parenting. Helping clients to empower themselves and find solutions to improve their relationships and their mental health is important as this has a positive knock-on effect in family systems.
I help clients explore their problems and feelings about themselves and others in their lives. I specialise in working with issues such as communication problems, betrayal, anxiety, depression and stress, separation and parenting. Helping clients to empower themselves and find solutions to improve their relationships and their mental health is important as this has a positive knock-on effect in family systems.
At South Beach Psychology, we know life gets busy—and getting support shouldn’t be hard. That’s why we offer flexible telehealth services (therapy, assessments, and capacity building) you can access from home, with hours from 7am–9pm during the week as well as Saturday mornings. Prefer in-person? We also offer limited face-to-face sessions from our Subiaco offices. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal goals, we're here to help. Get in touch to see how we can support you.
At South Beach Psychology, we know life gets busy—and getting support shouldn’t be hard. That’s why we offer flexible telehealth services (therapy, assessments, and capacity building) you can access from home, with hours from 7am–9pm during the week as well as Saturday mornings. Prefer in-person? We also offer limited face-to-face sessions from our Subiaco offices. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal goals, we're here to help. Get in touch to see how we can support you.
Hi there, I am the Director & Founder of Orion Psychology.
Orion was built from a clear intention: to create a practice where ethics and authenticity are the cornerstones of culture, where people thrive with care and connection. At Orion, people are met with real understanding and welcomed with respect.
That intention starts with me.
Hi there, I am the Director & Founder of Orion Psychology.
Orion was built from a clear intention: to create a practice where ethics and authenticity are the cornerstones of culture, where people thrive with care and connection. At Orion, people are met with real understanding and welcomed with respect.
That intention starts with me.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck in your thoughts, or carrying the impact of past experiences while still trying to function in your daily life. Many of the people I support are navigating anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship stress, life transitions, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from themselves. You might be the person who is strong for everyone else but struggling on the inside and wanting a space where you can finally focus on you.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally drained, stuck in your thoughts, or carrying the impact of past experiences while still trying to function in your daily life. Many of the people I support are navigating anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship stress, life transitions, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from themselves. You might be the person who is strong for everyone else but struggling on the inside and wanting a space where you can finally focus on you.
You've probably spent a long time being told you're too much, too sensitive, too intense, or not trying hard enough. You may have only recently discovered that you're neurodivergent, and that discovery might have answered some things while making others feel more complicated.
I work with neurodivergent women navigating the aftermath of that, the identity questions, the exhaustion that rest doesn't fix, the relationships that feel harder than they should, and the weight of parenting while you're still figuring out who you are.
You've probably spent a long time being told you're too much, too sensitive, too intense, or not trying hard enough. You may have only recently discovered that you're neurodivergent, and that discovery might have answered some things while making others feel more complicated.
I work with neurodivergent women navigating the aftermath of that, the identity questions, the exhaustion that rest doesn't fix, the relationships that feel harder than they should, and the weight of parenting while you're still figuring out who you are.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Clinical/Counselling Psychologist. The internal world is a complex place, and the challenges each of us face reflect that complexity. Psychotherapy can help people to understand themselves deeply – their feelings, dreams, needs, and struggles. My experience is that the more we understand ourselves, the better we become at making authentic and creative decisions in life and in relationships. Many of my patients have faced early life adversities and now work hard to generate self esteem or to navigate issues relating to identity, daily living, and intimate relationships.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Clinical/Counselling Psychologist. The internal world is a complex place, and the challenges each of us face reflect that complexity. Psychotherapy can help people to understand themselves deeply – their feelings, dreams, needs, and struggles. My experience is that the more we understand ourselves, the better we become at making authentic and creative decisions in life and in relationships. Many of my patients have faced early life adversities and now work hard to generate self esteem or to navigate issues relating to identity, daily living, and intimate relationships.
I take an integrated, person-centred, and flexible approach to therapy; understanding and appreciating the varied and individual circumstances that may bring someone to therapy. I encourage curiosity and authenticity in my practice, inviting clients to explore their concerns and difficulties together, recognise their innate strengths and capabilities, and investigate how we may feel and respond to the things that challenge us. I believe we all have the power to heal our wounds.
I take an integrated, person-centred, and flexible approach to therapy; understanding and appreciating the varied and individual circumstances that may bring someone to therapy. I encourage curiosity and authenticity in my practice, inviting clients to explore their concerns and difficulties together, recognise their innate strengths and capabilities, and investigate how we may feel and respond to the things that challenge us. I believe we all have the power to heal our wounds.
As a bilingual registered counselor in English/Mandarin with over 10 years of psychotherapy experience and more than 1,000 case hours, I am passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of the community. I provide therapeutic support to individuals across different age groups and backgrounds who are experiencing emotional issues or mental health disorders, including depression, postnatal depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and OCD. I also work with couples facing relationship challenges in their daily lives. My focus is particularly on women’s mental health, family relationships, and children’s development.
As a bilingual registered counselor in English/Mandarin with over 10 years of psychotherapy experience and more than 1,000 case hours, I am passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of the community. I provide therapeutic support to individuals across different age groups and backgrounds who are experiencing emotional issues or mental health disorders, including depression, postnatal depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, and OCD. I also work with couples facing relationship challenges in their daily lives. My focus is particularly on women’s mental health, family relationships, and children’s development.
COPE Centre is a multi-disciplinary practice that offers the highest level of psychological and mental health care, extending beyond the alleviation of symptoms. Our mission is to reduce emotional suffering and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and society. We achieve this through the utilisation of psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a clinical approach that is both widely applicable and continuously evolving, providing a profound understanding of the human experience and fostering lasting change. While different from more directive forms of therapy, this approach supports enduring transformation and personal growth.
COPE Centre is a multi-disciplinary practice that offers the highest level of psychological and mental health care, extending beyond the alleviation of symptoms. Our mission is to reduce emotional suffering and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and society. We achieve this through the utilisation of psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a clinical approach that is both widely applicable and continuously evolving, providing a profound understanding of the human experience and fostering lasting change. While different from more directive forms of therapy, this approach supports enduring transformation and personal growth.
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. Her expertise includes trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and Educational Assessments.
EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara also offers ADHD and educational assessments for learning difficulties or giftedness.
Are you feeling stuck in the shadows of past trauma, overwhelmed by anxiety, or facing emotional struggles that hold you back? Keara is a compassionate psychologist with seven years of experience helping teens and adults overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and improve relationships. Her expertise includes trauma, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and Educational Assessments.
EMDR is one of Keara’s favorite techniques for helping clients process trauma and emotional wounds, enabling them to reclaim control and peace in their lives. Keara also offers ADHD and educational assessments for learning difficulties or giftedness.
I support adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or life transitions. For adults, I provide tailored guidance for personal growth and empowerment. Adolescents find a safe space to manage emotions, anxiety, grief, and develop resilience. I also support and understand neurodivergent clients, offering affirming support for ADHD and Autism, fostering self-awareness, and advocacy skills. As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I offer inclusive care, including pre- and post-surgical support. My compassionate, individualized approach helps clients embrace authenticity and thrive.
I support adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, or life transitions. For adults, I provide tailored guidance for personal growth and empowerment. Adolescents find a safe space to manage emotions, anxiety, grief, and develop resilience. I also support and understand neurodivergent clients, offering affirming support for ADHD and Autism, fostering self-awareness, and advocacy skills. As an LGBTQIA+ ally, I offer inclusive care, including pre- and post-surgical support. My compassionate, individualized approach helps clients embrace authenticity and thrive.
A clinical psychologist, I specialise in providing comprehensive support with a focus on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for all presentations of psychological distress. I also support individuals in high-performance contexts, including athletes and the ADF, applying psychological principles to enhance performance, resilience, and wellbeing in demanding environments.
In addition, I offer EMDR to clients dealing with trauma and distressing memories.
The therapeutic space I create is one of empathy, understanding, and collaboration, where you feel heard and valued.
A clinical psychologist, I specialise in providing comprehensive support with a focus on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for all presentations of psychological distress. I also support individuals in high-performance contexts, including athletes and the ADF, applying psychological principles to enhance performance, resilience, and wellbeing in demanding environments.
In addition, I offer EMDR to clients dealing with trauma and distressing memories.
The therapeutic space I create is one of empathy, understanding, and collaboration, where you feel heard and valued.
Vic is a clinical social worker who is extremely passionate about and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to share their personal experiences to access healing, well-being, and quality of life from past, present or futures traumas. As a social worker and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist Vic uses a range of modalities to inform her practice and personalises her approach to meet individual needs as she works with individuals, families, and communities, across different ages and stages of life within a broad variety of settings.
Vic is a clinical social worker who is extremely passionate about and committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to share their personal experiences to access healing, well-being, and quality of life from past, present or futures traumas. As a social worker and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist Vic uses a range of modalities to inform her practice and personalises her approach to meet individual needs as she works with individuals, families, and communities, across different ages and stages of life within a broad variety of settings.
As a Psychologist and APS Perth Committee member, I believe we each hold the capacity to heal, grow, and live more authentically.
My approach is warm and grounded in evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT, Gottman Method, ACT, DBT & EFT.
I work with a range of issues: trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, anger issues, interpersonal difficulties, relationship strain, attachment difficulties, parenting issues, burnout, stress, personality vulnerabilities, autism, ADHD, OCD, grief & loss, pain, workplace issues, anxiety & depression. I see individuals and couples and am a neuroaffirming, trauma-informed & queer-friendly.
As a Psychologist and APS Perth Committee member, I believe we each hold the capacity to heal, grow, and live more authentically.
My approach is warm and grounded in evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT, Gottman Method, ACT, DBT & EFT.
I work with a range of issues: trauma, PTSD, adjustment issues, anger issues, interpersonal difficulties, relationship strain, attachment difficulties, parenting issues, burnout, stress, personality vulnerabilities, autism, ADHD, OCD, grief & loss, pain, workplace issues, anxiety & depression. I see individuals and couples and am a neuroaffirming, trauma-informed & queer-friendly.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.