Melbourne Behavioural Issues

Maria Clara Pizzorno

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Richmond VIC, Brunswick VIC

In Person + Online Therapy

Clara is a warm, grounded, culturally and body-aware psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in mental health. Offering support to adults and teens (15+) in English and Spanish, she draws on trauma-informed, somatic, mindfulness-based, and evidence-informed approaches to create a safe and compassionate space for change and insight.

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Karen Potter

Psychologist, Psychotherapist

Camberwell VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am a psychotherapist and Registered Psychologist with nearly 30 years of clinical experience. I work with individuals & couples on a range of mental health, life, relational and transitional issues, including trauma, perinatal (from pre-conception to early toddler years), parenting, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, ASD, end of life.

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Bronte Purcell

Psychotherapist, Somatic Psychotherapist

Byron Bay NSW, ONLINE VIC

In Person + Online Therapy

As a qualified somatic psychotherapist & counsellor, I support people experiencing anxiety, burn out, low self worth, body disconnection and relationship challenges. I help you develop a safe, loving relationship with your body & mind so that you can transform your relationship to yourself, others and embrace the wholeness of this human experience.

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Paco Romeu Soler

Social Worker AMHSW, Psychoanalyst

Fitzroy North VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am a practising psychoanalyst, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and a member of the Australian Centre for Psychoanalysis. Psychoanalysis, as I practice it, offers a space where one’s difficulties are explored through inquiry and careful listening.

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Patrick Ruggles

Psychotherapist, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist

Fitzroy North VIC, Melbourne VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am an Existential & Psychoanalytic oriented psychotherapist based in Fitzroy North, Melbourne. With a deep and enduring interest in ‘existence’, I am drawn to discourses that fundamentally concern what it is ‘to be’ and issues that lay therein

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Emma Schubert

Clinical Psychologist

Richmond VIC, Williamstown VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Clinical psychologist working with children & adults experiencing anxiety, emotional & nervous system regulation challenges, & neurodivergent presentations including ADHD and autism. Takes a neuro-affirming, collaborative approach, with a focus on understanding the underlying reasons people may appear to cope externally while struggling internally.

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Sanduni Silva

Counsellor, Psychologist

Hawthorn VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I'm a psychologist and senior counsellor and offer evidence based, trauma informed and culturally responsive therapy to individuals and couples.

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Estelle Snelling

Psychotherapist, Somatic Psychotherapist

Carlton VIC

In Person Consultations

Body-focused psychotherapy integrating Somatic Experiencing®, NATouch®, Family & Systemic Constellations. - - - - Also offers • Clinical Supervision • Case Consult and Personal sessions for Somatic Experiencing students • Sessions under National & Vic Redress schemes • Culturally safe care for Aboriginal & Torres Strait

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Ché Stevenson

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Thornbury VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Ché is a compassionate, empathic, holistic counsellor focused on providing person-centered, collaborative, strength-based approaches to psychotherapy that are culturally aware. This humanistic approach enables safer explorations of life experiences and allows more effective navigation of psychological distress in coping with life complexities.

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Debra Sumner

Counsellor

Plenty VIC, North Perth WA

Online Therapy Australia-wide

I draw on a range of modern, evidence-based therapies including Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, Person-Centred, Narrative, and CBT, tailored to each client. I support individuals managing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. Online counselling is available Australia-wide offering a safe, supportive space.

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Sophie Swart

Counsellor

Elsternwick VIC

In Person Consultations

My top priority is to establish respectful relationships with my clients. I work with adolescents and adults who are looking to resolve problem behaviours, habits, beliefs, feelings and relationships. I also provide professional support for people experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and adapting to change, trauma, and attachment issues.

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Melis Topsahin

Family Therapist, Counsellor

Newport VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am a practicing therapist and adopt ideas around individualism. Being a firm believer in incorporating both empathy and compassion across all forms of therapy, I predominantly work in the areas of anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, addiction(s) and couples counselling.

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Chris Wallace

Psychologist, Psychotherapist

Richmond VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Hi. I’m a warm and conversational psychologist who will collaborate with you to make sense of the complexity and do more of what matters.

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Josh Wasniewski

Psychotherapist, Somatic Psychotherapist

Thornbury VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, emotional reactivity, and relationship difficulties that keep repeating. We focus on how these reactions happen in real time, so they can begin to shift rather than automatically take over.

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Lisa Winther

Psychologist

Malvern VIC, Fitzroy VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Compassionate, client-centred psychologist helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life transitions, emotional challenges, chronic pain, and trauma with evidence-based, holistic care.

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Julia Agnoletto

Clinical Psychologist

Prahran VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am a clinical psychologist supporting individuals and couples in navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, ADHD, neurodivergence, burnout, and relationship challenges. With a collaborative and client-centred approach, I integrate practical strategies with deeper emotional exploration to create lasting, meaningful change.

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Anna Badcock

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Camberwell VIC

In Person + Telehealth

I am a trauma-informed, person-centred therapist committed to compassionate and ethical practice. I offer a supportive and non-judgemental space where you will feel genuinely heard, understood, and respected.

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Claire Baxter

Psychologist, Psychoanalyst

North Melbourne VIC

In Person Consultations

Claire Baxter is a General Psychologist and Psychoanalyst who works with adults, children and teenagers.

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Meg Bonnell

Clinical Psychologist

Hawthorn VIC, Prahran VIC, Armadale VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Meg is a warm and genuine clinical psychologist, valuing honesty, trust and safety in therapy. She is committed to providing high quality treatment for a range of mental health conditions, and believes the first step to long-lasting change is always a compassionate understanding of yourself.

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Josephine Borg

Psychologist

Essendon North VIC, Preston VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Experienced child, adolescent, adult Psychologist and Behaviour Support, EMDR psychologist. Positive Behaviour Support NDIS specialist. Supporting families and children with NDIS early childcare support improved mental health, social skills and neurodiversity. Accepts Victims of Crime, Work Cover, TAC, NDIS psychology and MHCP funding.

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Vanessa Bryden-Jones

Psychotherapist

Fitzroy North VIC

In Person + Telehealth

With 25+ years in social and health sectors, a Master's in Psychotherapy, credentials as a supervisor and member of PACFA, I bring this experience to my work. Prior, I supported clients experiencing domestic violence, homelessness, and addiction. I am currently also a part-time university lecturer based in Melbourne. Grounded in empathy and

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John Cameron

Psychoanalyst, Psychotherapist

Northcote VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Currently no waitlist, new availability added for 2025. Psychoanalysis creates a time and space where our most difficult thoughts and feelings can be voiced. By speaking without censorship in a safe and private environment, the unconscious causes of our deepest suffering can be acknowledged and ultimately their grip on our destiny loosened.

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John Cuturilo

Counsellor

Clayton VIC, Mornington VIC, Beaconsfield Upper VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I know you need more than someone just nodding and smiling, or lecturing you on how to grow a thicker skin when you are in pain. I create a safe place for you to be yourself without shame, learn why your mind works the way it does, and then translate that knowledge in to action that you personally choose ? with you in control.

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Nicole Day

Counsellor, Relationship Therapist

Frankston VIC, Mornington VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Nicole is Masters qualified counsellor, able to support a wide range of concerns affecting individuals, couples, & families. Support is tailored in a non-judgmental, safe space to uphold your beliefs & values to achieve your goals. She practices CBT, ACT, EBT, SFT, narrative, & IFS therapies. Her special interest is adolescents and neuro-diversity.

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Sudhir Dean

Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor

Northcote VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

My counselling sessions are a place in which to connect, feel safe, and unwrap whatever is hiding at the core of your dilemma. Counselling helps to reignite the strength, creativity and wisdom that we forget when we are overloaded with stressors. A counselling session can lead to clarity and self-acceptance in unexpected and healing ways.

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Julie Donnelly

Counsellor

Moonee Ponds VIC

In Person + Telehealth

A Holistic Counsellor who provides a supportive, safe space and assists you to move through difficult times.

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Abby Draper

Occupational Therapist

Fitzroy North VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

LGBTQIA+, ND & TGD affirming Senior Mental Health OT offering safe, inclusive, trauma-informed therapy for adults seeking recovery, resilience, and authentic living.

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Megan E Shea

Social Worker AMHSW, Holistic Counsellor

St Kilda VIC, Bundall QLD

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed? I work with adults navigating burnout, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Online therapy, coaching, and supervision—trauma-informed and grounded in real, practical change.

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Jeannene Eastaway

Counsellor, Relationship Therapist

Greensborough VIC

In Person + Online Therapy

It's a brave move to attend counselling where you may face not the counsellor so much but yourself. It requires a safe space, of acceptance and permission. Acceptance of difference and diversity is important to me, where you will be supported to work through the conflict that brings you whatever it is.

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Sally Estepho

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Melbourne VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Sally is a PACFA-registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist supporting children, adolescents, adults and families in Melbourne and online across Victoria.

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Stefanie Hagger

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Kew East VIC, Monbulk VIC

In Person + Telehealth

The way one views potential stress can have a significant effect on how we experience it, either making it easier or a lot harder to get through. With this in mind, I believe that people have an internal strength and capacity for self-awareness, choice, and potential for meaningful change.

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Dimitri Hawa

Psychologist

Spotswood VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Trauma informed psychologist in Spotswood working with PTSD, depression, anxiety or childhood complex trauma issues, facilitating the process of psychological recovery using trauma informed evidence based treatments such as schema therapy, CBT, and supportive psychological methods. I provide in-person consultations and video therapy consultations

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Harshani Algiriyage

Family Therapist, Counsellor

Maribyrnong VIC, Melbourne VIC

In Person + Telehealth

When things are not going well and our relationships are breaking, it could negatively affect our wellbeing. Dealing with fear, anxiety, helplessness, and loneliness could be challenging when we are going through a crisis. Reaching out for help is the first step of changing your life. It needs lots of courage and determination to say I'm not okay.

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Thomas Kelly

Counsellor, Psychotherapist

Richmond VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

My goal is to help you understand yourself on a deeper level so you can challenge unhelpful beliefs and move forward with greater freedom.

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Susie Kim

Psychotherapist, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

East Melbourne VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I understand that it can be a daunting experience finding a new therapist, especially if it is your first time or if you have had a negative experience before. I work at your pace and through our sessions, aim to explore and understand the deeper roots of your symptoms, leading to long-lasting change.

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Tulin Kocacik

Counsellor, Play Therapist

Point Cook Town Centre VIC

In Person Consultations

Tulin holds expertise in working therapeutically with children and families who present with complex and challenging needs, trauma, attachment and mental health concerns. As a trained and certified play therapist and counsellor with over 5 years' experience, Tulin provides Counselling and Child Centred Play Therapy.

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Sarah Lawson

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Parkdale VIC

In Person + Online Therapy

Life and relationships can be overwhelming, leaving you exhausted and alone. Childhood experiences can shape your struggles, creating cycles that repeat. But you can break free of these cycles and create a fulfilling life. IFS therapy offers a compassionate path to healing. As an IFS-Informed therapist, I’ll support you every step of the way.

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Natalie Lim

Psychologist

Camberwell VIC

In Person + Telehealth

Psychology support for adolescents, young adults, and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, people-pleasing, and relationship challenges. Face-to-face and telehealth appointments available.

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Camilla Maling

Art Therapist, Somatic Psychotherapist

Coburg VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

I offer a warm, collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to therapy - one with relationality at its heart. Through arts & body-based practices, you have various ways into the complexity of life & can freely explore, unpack & reconfigure the stuff that matters to you. Nurture self-connection, embodied awareness, identity, self-confidence & agency.

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Sarah McArthur

Counsellor

Carnegie VIC

Online Therapy Australia-wide

Adolescent Mental Health support online Counselling. Ensuring our future adults are ready to face the world.

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Christopher Mether

Psychoanalyst

Fitzroy North VIC

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

Chris provides a non-judgemental space where both conscious and unconscious thoughts can be explored. While psychoanalysis is guided by established techniques and ethical standards, it is not a formulaic process: each patient is unique, and every analysis must be reinvented in relation to the individual.

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Michelle Morris

Psychotherapist, Counsellor

Ivanhoe VIC

In Person + Online Therapy

At different times in our lives we may need support. This may be to overcome unhelpful patterns or to develop a different relationship with our inner life and resolve painful emotions. Through a collaborative approach I assist people to reconnect with their strengths and inner healing capacity, and to develop more fulfilling relationships.

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Reza Nejad

Clinical Psychologist

Adelaide SA

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

With over 25 years’ experience, we offer warm, evidence-based support for a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. We work collaboratively to help you gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with confidence.

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Liz O'Neill

Counsellor

Caulfield North VIC

Online Therapy Australia-wide

A queer, neurodivergent counsellor living with chronic illness offering a warm, non-pathologising counselling space for women, LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent adults. Working from a relational, whole-person approach to help with anxiety, grief, shame, emotional avoidance, living with chronic illness, and protective patterns that no longer serve you.

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