Psychologist in East Melbourne
Individual therapy for adults experiencing relationship difficulties, struggles with self-esteem and sense of self, and grief and loss.
Individual therapy for adults
In person in East Melbourne
Telehealth across Australia
Relationship Difficulties
Relationship anxiety, difficulty communicating needs, feeling disconnected, or caught in the same difficulties with people you care about.
Self-Esteem & Sense of Self
Self-criticism, feelings of inadequacy, difficulty trusting your own judgement, and uncertainty about who you are or what you want.
Grief & Loss
Bereavement, navigating life after a death, and the feelings, memories and changes that can accompany grief.
Understanding what shapes you, making room for what could be.
About & Approach
I offer therapy that is relational, reflective, and collaborative. Together, we build an understanding of what is difficult, the meaning it may hold, the patterns that may be contributing to it, the context in which it has developed, and how it shows up in your life and relationships.
My approach is relational psychodynamic and attachment-informed, with attention to both what brings you to therapy now and the experiences and relationships that have shaped how you understand yourself, others, and the world around you.
Beginning Therapy
What to expect
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Contact me via the enquiry form or email to arrange a free initial 15-minute phone call. This offers an opportunity to discuss what you are seeking support for, ask questions, and discuss whether the practice may be a good fit for your needs before arranging an initial appointment time.
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Prior to your first session, you will be sent consent and intake forms to read and complete.
If you would like to access Medicare rebates and do not already have a referral, you will also need to see your GP to arrange a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral before your appointment.
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The first few sessions are focused on developing a shared understanding of your experiences, current difficulties, history, relationships, and what may be contributing to your difficulties.
This process also provides space for us to consider whether the therapeutic approach and relationship feel like a good fit for you.
The first few sessions are as much about getting a sense of me and how I work as anything else.
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Together, we'll think about whether this feels like the right fit and what ongoing therapy might look like, including the frequency of sessions and how we might work together.
Therapy is collaborative and responsive to your individual needs. We can discuss what you hope to understand or change, while allowing the focus of the work to develop as we come to understand more over time.
Beginning therapy can feel uncertain or unfamiliar. Finding the right fit with your therapist is important for good treatment.
If you are considering therapy, you are welcome to get in touch to discuss whether I may be a good fit for your needs.