Alcohol Use Counselling in East Melbourne, VIC

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Catherine Anne Rumball
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Catherine offers counselling for any person experiencing challenges in their life. Her goal is for you to feel understood, appreciated and respected for who you are, for what has happened and what is happening in your life. She ise dedicated to helping people to overcome and learn to live well with a wide range of mental health issues. Catherine’s diverse experience includes providing intervention for trauma, depression, anxiety and major mental health disorders as well as providing risk assessments. Catherine has also been involved in providing urgent psychological services, clinical counselling and critical incident defusing.
Catherine offers counselling for any person experiencing challenges in their life. Her goal is for you to feel understood, appreciated and respected for who you are, for what has happened and what is happening in your life. She ise dedicated to helping people to overcome and learn to live well with a wide range of mental health issues. Catherine’s diverse experience includes providing intervention for trauma, depression, anxiety and major mental health disorders as well as providing risk assessments. Catherine has also been involved in providing urgent psychological services, clinical counselling and critical incident defusing.
(03) 7003 2593 View (03) 7003 2593
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Gill Dolan - Plus 1 Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from incidents they have experienced as traumatic. I have a particular interest in working with first responders and veterans, as well as those who have encountered distressing interpersonal difficulties, often within their family of origin.
I am passionate about helping individuals heal from incidents they have experienced as traumatic. I have a particular interest in working with first responders and veterans, as well as those who have encountered distressing interpersonal difficulties, often within their family of origin.
(03) 7003 2752 View (03) 7003 2752
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Siobhan McKenna Emdr Therapist Melbourne
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I work in Melbourne and am passionate about helping adults heal from trauma. I have a special interest in working with people who have PTSD, or who are experiencing grief and loss. I specialise in EMDR and am a full member of the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
I work in Melbourne and am passionate about helping adults heal from trauma. I have a special interest in working with people who have PTSD, or who are experiencing grief and loss. I specialise in EMDR and am a full member of the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA).
(03) 7003 2761 View (03) 7003 2761
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Rachel Dao
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
My areas of focus are Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
My areas of focus are Relationship & Family Issues, Work Related Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), neurodiversity and working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I work with adults, children, and adolescents. I accept NDIS, Workcover and TAC patients. I offer couples therapy and have participated in Certification Consultation Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, using Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my therapy work.
(03) 7003 2195 View (03) 7003 2195
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Bo Nixon
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Bo takes a down to earth, non-judgmental approach with families and individuals across the lifespan in establishing collaborative therapeutic goals. Psychological interventions are guided by these goals, along with consideration of the person's developmental stage and the presenting challenges.
Bo takes a down to earth, non-judgmental approach with families and individuals across the lifespan in establishing collaborative therapeutic goals. Psychological interventions are guided by these goals, along with consideration of the person's developmental stage and the presenting challenges.
(03) 7003 2411 View (03) 7003 2411
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Judith Minster
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
(03) 9070 5310 View (03) 9070 5310
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Cristina Jimenez
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Cristina is an ACA-accredited Holistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist who brings an authentic and compassionate approach to her work. Focusing on the body and mind, she strives to create a profound sense of safety and trust in her clients. Cristina's warmth, empathy, and presence are foundational to every encounter, fostering reciprocal collaboration with her clients to facilitate positive change. Fluent in Spanish, Cristina maintains a culturally diverse practice and welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, including the LGBTIQ+ community.
Cristina is an ACA-accredited Holistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist who brings an authentic and compassionate approach to her work. Focusing on the body and mind, she strives to create a profound sense of safety and trust in her clients. Cristina's warmth, empathy, and presence are foundational to every encounter, fostering reciprocal collaboration with her clients to facilitate positive change. Fluent in Spanish, Cristina maintains a culturally diverse practice and welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, including the LGBTIQ+ community.
(03) 7003 2675 View (03) 7003 2675
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Sherridan J Green
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
Sherridan is a Gestalt therapist and EMDR therapist, her personal style as a therapist is attentive, compassionate, and supportive. You will experience being listened to and responded to with curiosity and authenticity. She provides a safe and welcoming space for you to explore your deepest concerns. Sherridan supports individuals and couples on journeys of self-discovery through understanding vital areas of their lives, including emotional development, identity, responses to the world, awareness, process of enquiry, living skills, and capacity for self-responsibility.
(03) 9118 9081 View (03) 9118 9081
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Sean Renehan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Currently open for new referrals. I work from an understanding that many of life's concerns stem from our past experiences in relationships and the structural difficulties that are present in our society. This organizes the way I understand peoples experience and distress and how I seek to understand how we are in relationship, and what fixed patterns get in the way of living a more meaningful and enriching life. I work with warmth and curiosity to help develop a deeper understanding of your area of concern and better make sense of why particular patterns might be causing distress.
Currently open for new referrals. I work from an understanding that many of life's concerns stem from our past experiences in relationships and the structural difficulties that are present in our society. This organizes the way I understand peoples experience and distress and how I seek to understand how we are in relationship, and what fixed patterns get in the way of living a more meaningful and enriching life. I work with warmth and curiosity to help develop a deeper understanding of your area of concern and better make sense of why particular patterns might be causing distress.
(03) 7003 2203 View (03) 7003 2203
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Martha Roumanis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
Thank you for taking time to read my profile. I am an AHPRA registered and endorsed clinical psychologist and I have over 17 years experience in both the public sector and private setting. I practice from a holistic, empathic and humble approach and have an understanding that each client is a unique individual and treatment is tailored to meet their needs. My person-centered approach is one that facilitates a collaborative therapeutic relationship with a client/s and will assist the person to navigate through life by facilitating hope, meaning and reward in a supportive and therapeutic setting.
(02) 4810 0663 View (02) 4810 0663
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Kayleigh Young
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002  (Online Only)
Dr Kayleigh Young is a clinical psychologist with expertise delivering a range of assessment and therapeutic services across both public and private settings. Kayleigh works with clients of all ages experiencing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, abuse, workplace issues, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, and substance use, among other mental health and wellbeing issues. Kayleigh has completed extensive clinical training and draws upon a number of empirically sound techniques and interventions to ensure sessions are tailored to the presenting issues and individual needs of each client.
Dr Kayleigh Young is a clinical psychologist with expertise delivering a range of assessment and therapeutic services across both public and private settings. Kayleigh works with clients of all ages experiencing a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, abuse, workplace issues, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, and substance use, among other mental health and wellbeing issues. Kayleigh has completed extensive clinical training and draws upon a number of empirically sound techniques and interventions to ensure sessions are tailored to the presenting issues and individual needs of each client.
(03) 9068 5543 View (03) 9068 5543
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Patricia Robertson
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a Clinical Psychologist who has worked in public and private mental health settings since 2008. I understand the many problems that can arise as a result of trauma, childhood abuse, stressful life circumstances and transitions, having worked with people who have experienced childhood and adult trauma, abuse and neglect. I have worked extensively with victims of sexual abuse and assault. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression and mood disorders, panic and anxiety, OCD, anger issues, emotion regulation difficulties, grief and loss, relationship problems, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who has worked in public and private mental health settings since 2008. I understand the many problems that can arise as a result of trauma, childhood abuse, stressful life circumstances and transitions, having worked with people who have experienced childhood and adult trauma, abuse and neglect. I have worked extensively with victims of sexual abuse and assault. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment of depression and mood disorders, panic and anxiety, OCD, anger issues, emotion regulation difficulties, grief and loss, relationship problems, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders.
(03) 7003 2957 View (03) 7003 2957
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TaylorMade Counselling
Counsellor, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
TaylorMade Counselling has been designed to work with people of all ages who are looking for a comfortable and safe environment to have life changing, meaningful and practical conversations. The TaylorMade journey began with a single goal; to be able to connect with people and to support them to reconnect with themselves. I wanted TaylorMade to be about empowering people who are experiencing challenges, to encourage them to look at their lives from different angles, to reframe their thinking, to recognise and acknowledge their strengths and triumphs, in order to facilitate them to make positive changes, so that they can lead happy and fulfilling lives.
(03) 9069 9437 View (03) 9069 9437
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Jenny Zhang
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Hi, my name is Jenny, I am a bilingual (English and 国语) counsellor specialising in Domestic Abuse and Addiction with a court-approved qualification. I have extensive experience in supporting both women and men in family violence situations, and my passion particularly lies in working with people from Asian cultural backgrounds. With my knowledge and a good understanding of Asian culture, I offer valuable service to my clients and empower both women and men in need to improve the quality of their lives and fulfil their potential.
Hi, my name is Jenny, I am a bilingual (English and 国语) counsellor specialising in Domestic Abuse and Addiction with a court-approved qualification. I have extensive experience in supporting both women and men in family violence situations, and my passion particularly lies in working with people from Asian cultural backgrounds. With my knowledge and a good understanding of Asian culture, I offer valuable service to my clients and empower both women and men in need to improve the quality of their lives and fulfil their potential.
(03) 7003 2491 View (03) 7003 2491
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Michael Diab
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
My practice has a strong focus on increasing well-being and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges drawing on strengths to create meaningful long-term change. Clients who are experiencing difficult life transitions and adjustment challenges would be supported with energetic and empathetic responding. I have experience in group therapy, Forensic Risk Assessments, Men's Behaviour Change programs, Relationship difficulties and Anger management. I look to help you become the best version of yourself.
My practice has a strong focus on increasing well-being and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges drawing on strengths to create meaningful long-term change. Clients who are experiencing difficult life transitions and adjustment challenges would be supported with energetic and empathetic responding. I have experience in group therapy, Forensic Risk Assessments, Men's Behaviour Change programs, Relationship difficulties and Anger management. I look to help you become the best version of yourself.
(03) 7020 2795 View (03) 7020 2795
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Yannik Sauerborn
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I focus on helping people with Anxiety, Relationships, and Trauma. In our sessions, my aim is to support you in understanding and addressing the issues impacting your life. Whether you’re dealing with a breakup, past traumas, unwanted physical reactions, or challenging emotions, we’ll work together to develop skills and strategies that can bring meaningful change. You’ll find a warm, open, and inclusive environment here, where you can feel comfortable and supported. Let’s connect and start this journey together.
I focus on helping people with Anxiety, Relationships, and Trauma. In our sessions, my aim is to support you in understanding and addressing the issues impacting your life. Whether you’re dealing with a breakup, past traumas, unwanted physical reactions, or challenging emotions, we’ll work together to develop skills and strategies that can bring meaningful change. You’ll find a warm, open, and inclusive environment here, where you can feel comfortable and supported. Let’s connect and start this journey together.
(03) 7003 2467 View (03) 7003 2467
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Ty Tran
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a gentle, open and empathetic registered psychologist dedicated to enhancing individuals’ quality of life. I work with adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, perfectionism, burnout, stress, and low self-esteem. I have extensive experience working with individuals with employment and work-related challenges, such as career transitions and work-life balance. I enjoy working with high performers, executives, professionals, and those in high-stress occupations. As a father of young children, I also like helping other parents better manage their work and family responsibilities.
I am a gentle, open and empathetic registered psychologist dedicated to enhancing individuals’ quality of life. I work with adults with ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, perfectionism, burnout, stress, and low self-esteem. I have extensive experience working with individuals with employment and work-related challenges, such as career transitions and work-life balance. I enjoy working with high performers, executives, professionals, and those in high-stress occupations. As a father of young children, I also like helping other parents better manage their work and family responsibilities.
(03) 7003 2749 View (03) 7003 2749
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Cheyne R Bull
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
I am a registered Psychologist who is passionate about creating safe and transformative therapeutic spaces where people will feel deeply heard and respected, and where together, we will work to facilitate healing, growth and purpose, always based on your individual needs, barriers, aspirations and experiences. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive principles, recognising that individual wellbeing is shaped by the society we live in, our own personal circumstances, and the intersecting identities with which we walk through the world.
(03) 9118 9090 View (03) 9118 9090
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Jeannette Kavanagh
Counsellor, PhD, AACBT
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but I don't assume that that will suit everyone. That's why I am happy to use other proven modalities, including hypnosis. That's particularly effective in breaking the habit we call anxiety. My work with people who have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) uses the approach of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy which is a skills based approach. My work is based on my belief that each person is a unique individual, rather than a diagnosis. DBT involves teaching each person the skills that will be most useful to them.
I use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but I don't assume that that will suit everyone. That's why I am happy to use other proven modalities, including hypnosis. That's particularly effective in breaking the habit we call anxiety. My work with people who have Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) uses the approach of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy which is a skills based approach. My work is based on my belief that each person is a unique individual, rather than a diagnosis. DBT involves teaching each person the skills that will be most useful to them.
(03) 7003 2511 View (03) 7003 2511
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Jesse Hooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I have a rich background in assisting adults from various communities and lived experiences, including those within the LGBTIQ+ spectrum, as well as individuals from CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) backgrounds and those with disabilities. I am here to support you through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and trauma. Located 5 minutes walk from Melbourne Museum and a short walk from Parliament Station.
I have a rich background in assisting adults from various communities and lived experiences, including those within the LGBTIQ+ spectrum, as well as individuals from CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) backgrounds and those with disabilities. I am here to support you through life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and trauma. Located 5 minutes walk from Melbourne Museum and a short walk from Parliament Station.
(03) 9133 2122 View (03) 9133 2122

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Alcohol Use Counsellors

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

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

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

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