Positive Psychology Counselling in Darwin City, NT

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Lorna Murphy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
The interventions are influenced by positive psychology principles which focus on our strengths and values.
Lorna Murphy is a registered psychologist. She graduated from Monash University in 1997. Since then, Lorna has worked in forensic settings, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community health and Relationships Australia. She has been in private practice since 2009. Lorna will see individuals and couples who are age 16 and above. Her approach has been described as creative and empowering. She encourages us to regain our confidence and vitality. Lorna is invested in helping us navigate the suffering, trauma and grief that life brings.
The interventions are influenced by positive psychology principles which focus on our strengths and values.
Lorna Murphy is a registered psychologist. She graduated from Monash University in 1997. Since then, Lorna has worked in forensic settings, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, community health and Relationships Australia. She has been in private practice since 2009. Lorna will see individuals and couples who are age 16 and above. Her approach has been described as creative and empowering. She encourages us to regain our confidence and vitality. Lorna is invested in helping us navigate the suffering, trauma and grief that life brings.
(08) 7947 3662 View (08) 7947 3662
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Rory McRae
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
Rory utilises an eclectic approach to therapy and can provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Positive Psychology, Brief Solution Focussed Therapy, Family Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Rory is a friendly and experienced registered psychologist with qualifications in psychology, careers development, exercise science and education. Rory believes developing excellent rapport is essential in therapy to ensure his clients feel comfortable and supported. Rory works with clients of all ages across a diverse range of issues. His special interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, motivation and goal setting, trauma, bullying, low self esteem and relationship difficulties.
Rory utilises an eclectic approach to therapy and can provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Positive Psychology, Brief Solution Focussed Therapy, Family Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Rory is a friendly and experienced registered psychologist with qualifications in psychology, careers development, exercise science and education. Rory believes developing excellent rapport is essential in therapy to ensure his clients feel comfortable and supported. Rory works with clients of all ages across a diverse range of issues. His special interests include anxiety, ADHD, depression, motivation and goal setting, trauma, bullying, low self esteem and relationship difficulties.
1800 327 477 x1 View 1800 327 477 x1
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Positive Mind Works
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Rohan Watson
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800
My team and I are dedicated to helping clients improve their relationships, outlook on life and overall wellbeing and offer a setting that is accepting, caring, safe and private. My deep commitment is supporting clients in developing the confidence, resilience and insight necessary to transition through life’s challenges with genuinely positive outcomes. The experience of my own private counselling practice, delivery of mental health programs in rural and remote areas of Australia, and conducting psychotherapy services for a significant regional Employee Assistance Program enables me to reach out to people from all walks of life.
My team and I are dedicated to helping clients improve their relationships, outlook on life and overall wellbeing and offer a setting that is accepting, caring, safe and private. My deep commitment is supporting clients in developing the confidence, resilience and insight necessary to transition through life’s challenges with genuinely positive outcomes. The experience of my own private counselling practice, delivery of mental health programs in rural and remote areas of Australia, and conducting psychotherapy services for a significant regional Employee Assistance Program enables me to reach out to people from all walks of life.
(07) 4526 7507 View (07) 4526 7507
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Zipporah Oliver O.a.m.
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
I am a registered psychologist with over 28 years of experience. I am committed to applying my skills to help clients achieve the optimum outcome. I bring to my practice a dedication to integrity and a lifetime commitment to helping people cope with life challenges. In 2006 I was awarded the Order of Australia for honorary work in disability and broad-spectrum community service. I have an ongoing commitment to professional development and standard of practice. I counsel adults, couples and adolescents and offer telehealth appointments Australia wide.
I am a registered psychologist with over 28 years of experience. I am committed to applying my skills to help clients achieve the optimum outcome. I bring to my practice a dedication to integrity and a lifetime commitment to helping people cope with life challenges. In 2006 I was awarded the Order of Australia for honorary work in disability and broad-spectrum community service. I have an ongoing commitment to professional development and standard of practice. I counsel adults, couples and adolescents and offer telehealth appointments Australia wide.
(03) 9068 5216 View (03) 9068 5216
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Roziye (Rose) Forte
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
Hello and WELCOME. Let's lighten the load. Let's find find the resources and strengths within you to move forward - to design the life you really want.
Hello and WELCOME. Let's lighten the load. Let's find find the resources and strengths within you to move forward - to design the life you really want.
(08) 7943 6080 View (08) 7943 6080
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Margaret Mary Dizon
Psychologist, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800
I work with people ashamed of their feelings and need someone to talk to. They suffer from trauma, depression, and extreme grief. They have lost a part of themselves or someone they really love. They have a lot of outer success but internally, they feel very overwhelmed with life and feel they're drowning. They do not know how to cope anymore and mostly, they think ending their lives would ease or end the pain. They are ashamed of their feelings and they feel very much alone, no one understands them and they don’t have anyone to talk to. They are fed up and they cannot see, hear nor feel anything positive anymore.
I work with people ashamed of their feelings and need someone to talk to. They suffer from trauma, depression, and extreme grief. They have lost a part of themselves or someone they really love. They have a lot of outer success but internally, they feel very overwhelmed with life and feel they're drowning. They do not know how to cope anymore and mostly, they think ending their lives would ease or end the pain. They are ashamed of their feelings and they feel very much alone, no one understands them and they don’t have anyone to talk to. They are fed up and they cannot see, hear nor feel anything positive anymore.
(08) 8120 2797 View (08) 8120 2797
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Madonna Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
Sex and Porn Addiction - does your partner prioritise pixels and prostitutes over deep genuine intimacy with you? Madonna is a professional counsellor with lived experience of painful intimate deception and betrayal and can help you work through the impact with empathy and understanding. With a client-centred approach, she will bring your attention to anything you may have overlooked and support you in your relationship decisions. Perhaps you need to learn how to set boundaries, or about sex and porn addiction and betrayal trauma? Or how trauma affects your body? Or how to cope with your complex, deep anger?
Sex and Porn Addiction - does your partner prioritise pixels and prostitutes over deep genuine intimacy with you? Madonna is a professional counsellor with lived experience of painful intimate deception and betrayal and can help you work through the impact with empathy and understanding. With a client-centred approach, she will bring your attention to anything you may have overlooked and support you in your relationship decisions. Perhaps you need to learn how to set boundaries, or about sex and porn addiction and betrayal trauma? Or how trauma affects your body? Or how to cope with your complex, deep anger?
(03) 7003 2380 View (03) 7003 2380
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Helen Maree Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
Life at times throws us challenges that we can feel ill equipped to handle. It may be in the workplace or at home. Counselling provides an opportunity to talk about these issues, learn how to work with them differently, including practical coping methods and strategies. Issues may include anxiety, trauma, career challenges, divorce, domestic family violence. Relationships are particularly important in my practice, I can support couples and families through many relationships issues. I am trained to assist families understand and support their adolescent family members, as well as working with the adolescent.
Life at times throws us challenges that we can feel ill equipped to handle. It may be in the workplace or at home. Counselling provides an opportunity to talk about these issues, learn how to work with them differently, including practical coping methods and strategies. Issues may include anxiety, trauma, career challenges, divorce, domestic family violence. Relationships are particularly important in my practice, I can support couples and families through many relationships issues. I am trained to assist families understand and support their adolescent family members, as well as working with the adolescent.
(08) 7949 5373 View (08) 7949 5373
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Anne Vitharana
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
Hi, my name is Anne and I want to hear your story, heart 2 heart. If you are feeling down or struggling to keep up with life demands, challenged with relationships, feels like you are stuck at where you are in life, or if you are navigating issues involving recovery from past trauma, I am here to support you; all while providing a non-judgmental, gentle and professionally qualified therapeutic environment.
(02) 5133 6894 View (02) 5133 6894
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Danka Fiedor Psychology Emdr Emdr 2.0 And Emdr Intensive Extended Sessions
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
Danka Fiedor Psychology is offering integrated and customised to client needs therapy such as EMDR & EMDR 2.0 & EMDR Intensives for individuals and couples & Attachment Informed EMDR & "parts work" & Gottman Method Workers Compensation/CTP (SIRA) & Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
Danka Fiedor Psychology is offering integrated and customised to client needs therapy such as EMDR & EMDR 2.0 & EMDR Intensives for individuals and couples & Attachment Informed EMDR & "parts work" & Gottman Method Workers Compensation/CTP (SIRA) & Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
(02) 9100 0959 View (02) 9100 0959
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Debra (Deb) Kaita Kakiiza
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
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.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Paula Garrido
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
Welcome! Clinical Psychologist Paula Garrido is registered with the NDIS and provides evidence-based treatment via Telehealth/video call therapy to NDIS Participants. She Certified Autism, PTSD and ADHD practitioner and provides neurodiverse affirming therapy. She is a warm, gentle,understanding, non-judgmental psychologist that provides a safe therapeutic space, to assist patients rebuild their self-confidence and successfully work towards their goals. She has experience working in public hospitals, private psychology clinics with people with mild to severe mental illness, with the NDIA/NDIS including writing NDIS patient reports.
Welcome! Clinical Psychologist Paula Garrido is registered with the NDIS and provides evidence-based treatment via Telehealth/video call therapy to NDIS Participants. She Certified Autism, PTSD and ADHD practitioner and provides neurodiverse affirming therapy. She is a warm, gentle,understanding, non-judgmental psychologist that provides a safe therapeutic space, to assist patients rebuild their self-confidence and successfully work towards their goals. She has experience working in public hospitals, private psychology clinics with people with mild to severe mental illness, with the NDIA/NDIS including writing NDIS patient reports.
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Rosien Colin
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800
If you are looking to grow your confidence, build a supportive community, and learn how to set healthy boundaries, Rosien, our clinical psychologist in Brisbane, can offer you a safe, supportive space to explore these goals. By cultivating self-love and improving your self-esteem, you can form and maintain healthy, fulfilling relationships. Through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, you can break old beliefs and increase your self-esteem, paving the way for a more positive and empowered future.
If you are looking to grow your confidence, build a supportive community, and learn how to set healthy boundaries, Rosien, our clinical psychologist in Brisbane, can offer you a safe, supportive space to explore these goals. By cultivating self-love and improving your self-esteem, you can form and maintain healthy, fulfilling relationships. Through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, you can break old beliefs and increase your self-esteem, paving the way for a more positive and empowered future.
(07) 3179 6031 View (07) 3179 6031
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Adam Merrick
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
I am motivated by helping people work through their challenges to fulfil their potential and lead better lives. What that looks like is ensuring I hear your story, understand what you are going through, and provide you with the tools and skills to improve your situation. As a registered Psychologist I am committed to your personal wellbeing, improved performance and helping you succeed.
I am motivated by helping people work through their challenges to fulfil their potential and lead better lives. What that looks like is ensuring I hear your story, understand what you are going through, and provide you with the tools and skills to improve your situation. As a registered Psychologist I am committed to your personal wellbeing, improved performance and helping you succeed.
(03) 9111 5323 View (03) 9111 5323
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Julie Jensen - Changes in Between (Counselling)
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darwin City, NT 0800
Do you feel like you are lost in a wilderness of loss and grief and fed up with people telling you to get over it? Have you lost your direction and not sure where you are heading, not living your values and not going anywhere, going in circles, or going backwards? Do you feel that home or work is not how you would like it to be? Do you feel overwhelmed with commitments, a never ending to-do-list and feel in a brain fog? Through counselling, coaching and consulting I can help you to honour your loss, rebuild your life, find your place to meet, acknowledge and accept where you are and where you might want to be.
Do you feel like you are lost in a wilderness of loss and grief and fed up with people telling you to get over it? Have you lost your direction and not sure where you are heading, not living your values and not going anywhere, going in circles, or going backwards? Do you feel that home or work is not how you would like it to be? Do you feel overwhelmed with commitments, a never ending to-do-list and feel in a brain fog? Through counselling, coaching and consulting I can help you to honour your loss, rebuild your life, find your place to meet, acknowledge and accept where you are and where you might want to be.
(03) 8413 7338 View (03) 8413 7338
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Compassionate Journey (Zoe Gruneska)
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
I understand that one needs significant courage to take the first step towards therapy, and therefore I aim to provide a safe environment where you will feel comfortable to openly discuss any issues in a non-judgmental, warm, empathic, and supportive manner. We will explore your current difficulties and invite you to consider what you would like to be different. You will set the direction for our work and I will walk alongside you, as we identify and work on the strategies and actions that support you the best to build the life you want.
I understand that one needs significant courage to take the first step towards therapy, and therefore I aim to provide a safe environment where you will feel comfortable to openly discuss any issues in a non-judgmental, warm, empathic, and supportive manner. We will explore your current difficulties and invite you to consider what you would like to be different. You will set the direction for our work and I will walk alongside you, as we identify and work on the strategies and actions that support you the best to build the life you want.
(03) 7302 8856 View (03) 7302 8856
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Lye Fong (Kelly) Lee
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay
As a professionally trained and experienced counselor, I establish a positive, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship with my clients to provide a safe environment in which they can explore whatever issues they are facing and find the solutions that are most effective for them. Life is difficult, and everyone needs someone to talk to. My personal dedication focuses on genuine empathy, understanding, and guidance through the therapy process to help accomplish the client's goals and personal wellness. I speaks English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay
(03) 7302 2757 View (03) 7302 2757
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Tim Sanderson
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800  (Online Only)
Discover a new approach to ADHD diagnosis and counselling at OzPsych. Specializing in adult ADHD, I am a compassionate professional who not only understands ADHD from a clinical perspective but also from personal experience. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD. Services are available Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Website www.ozpsych.com.au. In an emergency, please contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue at 1800 512 348 or 000.
Discover a new approach to ADHD diagnosis and counselling at OzPsych. Specializing in adult ADHD, I am a compassionate professional who not only understands ADHD from a clinical perspective but also from personal experience. I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD. Services are available Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Website www.ozpsych.com.au. In an emergency, please contact Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue at 1800 512 348 or 000.
(08) 6202 9315 View (08) 6202 9315
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Denis Leo McCarthy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Darwin City, NT 0800
Senior Clinical Psychologist & Neurofeedback Certified (BCIA) in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide. Also specializing in Occupational & Sports Psych, online coaching. Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting. Therapy offers an opportunity to be more self aware, to learn new skills or tool(s), to be better problem solvers, communicators, to heal relationships & old wounds, let go of old baggage, and move on to a richer, fuller life. I assist in all these dimensions, and more.
Senior Clinical Psychologist & Neurofeedback Certified (BCIA) in Fremantle Private-Practice, servicing Perth-metro & online clients AU-worldwide. Also specializing in Occupational & Sports Psych, online coaching. Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting. Therapy offers an opportunity to be more self aware, to learn new skills or tool(s), to be better problem solvers, communicators, to heal relationships & old wounds, let go of old baggage, and move on to a richer, fuller life. I assist in all these dimensions, and more.
(08) 6219 3849 View (08) 6219 3849
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Positive Psychology Counsellors

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviours differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.