In Person Counselling in Toorak, VIC

I am a clinical and forensic psychologist who has experience and knowledge in a variety of areas including mood/affective disorders, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, forensic mental health, substance use, anger management, and trauma. I help clients who are struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression, and/or difficult or traumatic experiences, better understand what has been going on for them, and together, we will make a plan for how best to address these concerns.

A private psychology practice of principal psychologist and bestselling author, Milan Ljubincic. Our practice is well-suited for clients seeking deeper exploration of their mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, complex trauma, and workplace stress. Expertise includes therapy with private clients and across corporate and government sectors. We also provide employee assistance (EAP) services to businesses across Australia, and critical incident responding.

My approach is about self-discovery. With curiosity and compassion, I am to help clients explore, move through, and integrate challenging experiences, to ultimately discover what they truly value and what is vital for attaining and maintaining psychological well-being.

I help couples and individuals re-discover their relationships and build stronger connections that bring joy and fulfilment. Instead of simply talking about issues you are dealing with, we will learn practical, effective communication tools that can transform your conversations and help you break through gridlocked issues. And if you feel disconnected from your partner, we will use research-based methods of strengthening your connection so that you can feel closer again.

Poli is a multi-talented and committed Counsellor and Life Coach who is sincerely passionate about supporting her clients through their issues. Poli is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and International Coaching Federation and has assisted clients worldwide. She specialises in working with adolescents, couples, adults and families. Poli provides practical support that a client can use immediately to help them move forward in life.

Hello, I'm Natalia. I work supporting adults and seniors through various challenges, including anxiety, depression, grief, insomnia, and significant life transitions like job changes, motherhood, or retirement.

Get help by seeing Fiona, who has extensive experience with: Women’s issues Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence (DV) Family Violence Stress management Anxiety Depression Self esteem Assertiveness Identity issues Change and transition Grief and bereavement Wellbeing and balance Self-Esteem Life Coaching Spirituality Meaning and Purpose Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Issues, Counselling, Coaching and De-Briefing Workplace Issues Workplace Bullying Medicare, Private Health Insurers provider Psychologist Reports

As a Registered Psychologist, I am passionate about supporting women through the unique challenges they face in their family, relationships, pregnancy, career, and personal life. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health issues, burnout, low self-esteem or unrelenting standards I am here to help. My approach is calm and collaborative, creating a safe and supportive space where we can work together to understand your experiences and develop strategies to overcome obstacles. I believe in the value of a strong therapeutic relationship and aim to build trust and connection with each of my clients.

Hi, my name is Bridgitte and I am a Clinical Psychologist. Throughout my career, I have worked with both adolescents and adults in a range of settings, including, public mental health, private practice and in schools. When approaching therapy I have a collaborative and strengths based approach, with a strong emphasis on helping clients build confidence and develop practical strategies to manage what ever challenges they are facing. I am conversational and realistic in my approach to therapy and look forward to learning about the individual person to ensure support can be tailored to the person.

Hello and welcome to Adam’s counselling. I offer a counselling service which is based on empathy, listening and exploring every day feelings concerning your life. Your voice is important to me and I treasure your individual uniqueness. It is my objective to unpack the feelings and emotions that are important to you so that you have an outlet to work through every day issues and challenges that affect you. Creating this connection is of critical importance to me and I hope we can share this wonderful journey together. I am a Master's qualified counsellor with a track record of client continuity.

Hi, I'm Vicki. I am a qualified Art Psychotherapist in England and Australia. I am passionate about art therapy and specialise in trauma informed art psychotherapy. This involves helping and educating clients on how to regulate their nervous system with art making, in a safe therapeutic relationship. This is particularly effective for clients with ptsd and anxiety disorders (select mutism, ocd). Client's goals are often to learn new ways of regulating their emotions and reduce anxiety and build coping skills. We can do this with art therapy, so they can be empowered to live the life they desire, with freedom from the past.

I have a strong passion for psychology, mental health and well-being. With a warm, compassionate and collaborative approach, I work with clients to help them identify and address their well-being goals and to help them to build a life that feels worth living. I can help with discovering and shifting thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are creating difficulties across different areas of their lives.

I work with a diverse array of adult and adolescent clients, including high performers in the creative industries, sports and workplace leadership, as well as those experiencing challenges such as ADHD, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, panic attacks, and ASD.

I place a strong emphasis on developing a relationship that allows clients to express themselves openly and honestly. I believe that by understanding our responses to our life experiences we can learn ways to effect change in all areas of our life. I want to promote clients’ strengths and focus on providing practical coping skills to assist this. Through my work I know change is possible and achievable for clients and they can live more fulfilling lives.

Ryan Morgan is a registered psychologist with post graduate training in non-medication based approaches for addressing conditions for such as sleep disorders, ADHD, stress and burnout, depression, anxiety and peak performance for students, athletes and professionals. Including his training in psychology, Ryan has further trained in nutritional medicine for mental health (CMHIMP),brain health coaching, evidence based neurotherapies such as neurofeedback, tDCS and rTMS, as well as clinical hypnosis for the prevention and treatment of brain based dysregulation.

Get help by seeing Suzanne, who has extensive experience with: Anxiety, Panic Attacks & Anxiety Stress, Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations), Depression, Grief & Loss, Bereavement, Relationship Issues, Couples Counselling, Marriage Counselling, Premarital Counselling, Workplace Stress, Alcohol Abuse & Dependency, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) & ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), Adoption Issues, Anger Management, Bipolar Disorder (BD), Career Guidance, Chronic Pain, Codependency Disorder & Divorce Counselling

My name is Maria Machado, and I am a Principal Counsellor & Registered with ACA. I specialise in anxiety and trauma work. Over the years, I treated several clients experiencing generalized & chronic anxiety, particularly associated with panic attacks and social anxiety. Supported them to overcome their anxiety and fear that can usually paralyse you to enjoy your daily life.

Helping couples & individuals with relationship issues (improve insight, self-reflection & acceptance). Working with relationship dynamics to improve conflict, recover from affairs, & manage change & life transitions & interpersonal emotional reactions, thoughts, & feelings. Helping clients understand repetitive, unwanted patterns helps people step out of the fray & gain a meta-perspective allowing choices. I don't work with seriour interpersonal violence (physical or emotional) or prepare Court reports/reports, or act as an expert witness).

ARE YOU EXPERIENCING... Emotional pain? Relationship conflict? Lack of meaning? If you are like most people, you probably struggle at times because you have never received any formal training about how to care for your emotional wellbeing. Dr Gerschman's approach goes beyond talk therapy by providing a structured, skills-based program for treating current symptoms and promoting enduring resilience. Imagine having the knowledge and confidence to manage difficult thoughts and feelings, navigate tricky relationships, and find lasting meaning and fulfilment!