Dimitri has a wealth of experience as a psychologist, offering assessment, support, counselling, and psychotherapy services to a diverse clientele that spans children, adolescents, and adults. His expertise encompasses a wide range of psychological counseling domains, including relationship counseling, grief, stress management, work-related issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, and personal development. Dimitri also is neurodiverse sensitive and affirming (ADHD/ASD), and excels in facilitating the psychological recovery from trauma, including complex trauma presentations related to issues such as childhood and adult abuse, domestic violence, family dysfunction, childhood neglect, abandonment/mistrust wounds and attachment difficulties.
His professional journey has taken him through various roles, including private practice clinician over several years, school psychologist, and providing telephone counseling for high-risk and vulnerable individuals. Dimitri's experience extends to conducting psychological assessments and offering counselling support to Victims of Crime through (VOCAT), clients associated with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Workcover clients, and those covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and has previously provided psychological support within prison settings.
Dimitri is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), holding Registration number PSY0001684002. He is also a registered Medicare Service Provider and is qualified to assist clients covered by Worksafe, DVA, NDIS, and TAC.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Behavioral Therapy Uses learning techniques like reinforcement and practice to change unwanted behaviors. It is often applied to phobias, anxiety, and habits.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) Builds skills in self-kindness and compassion toward others. It is especially helpful for people who struggle with shame or self-criticism.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoanalytic Therapy Based on Freud’s theories, it explores unconscious conflicts and past experiences. It seeks to bring hidden issues into awareness.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Schema Therapy Identifies deep-rooted negative patterns formed in childhood. It combines CBT, attachment theory, and experiential methods for change.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: A collaborative and conversational approach is employed, characterised by a friendly, empathetic but also direct demeanor/conversations. Sensitively challenging the client is an integral part of this method, all with the overarching aim of providing unwavering support for the client's psychological recovery.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $186.00
- Accepts Insurance
- Mostly all types are accepted, also provided is Medicare rebated sessions via a GP
Education & Credentials
Dimitri Hawa Psychologist-BA, BPsycSc (Hons), GradDipProfPsych
- Male
- License # PSY0001684002
- Licensed in Victoria
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: registered Psychologist
Dimitri Hawa Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Spotswood, VIC 3015 and Spotswood, VIC 3015
- Available Online for residents of Australia
- Online Therapy Details: offer face to face sessions at the Melbourne Road Health Group, as well as secure Video Telehealth sessions and phone counselling sessions
Dimitri has a wealth of experience as a psychologist, offering assessment, support, counselling, and psychotherapy services to a diverse clientele that spans children, adolescents, and adults. His expertise encompasses a wide range of psychological counseling domains, including relationship counseling, grief, stress management, work-related issues, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, and personal development. Dimitri also specialises in addressing neurodiverse challenges, and excels in facilitating the psychological recovery from trauma, including complex trauma presentations related to issues such as childhood and adult abuse, domestic violence, family dysfunction, childhood neglect, abandonment/mistrust wounds and attachment difficulties.
In therapy, Dimitri offers counselling support through a comprehensive and dynamic approach. He skillfully integrates various theoretical perspectives and deploys a wide range of psychological techniques, assessments, and evidence-based treatments to best serve his clients. His toolkit includes approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, Attachment Work, Mindfulness-Integrated Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Approaches, Client-Centered Framework, Exposure-Response Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based Approaches, Social Skills Training, and Trauma-Focussed Support. This diverse array of methods allows him to tailor his approach to each client's unique needs and circumstances.
His professional journey has taken him through various roles, including private practice clinician over several years, school psychologist, and providing telephone counseling for high-risk and vulnerable individuals. Dimitri's experience extends to conducting psychological assessments and offering counselling support to Victims of Crime through (VOCAT), clients associated with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Workcover clients, and those covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and has previously provided psychological support within prison settings.
Dimitri is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), holding Registration number PSY0001684002. He is also a registered Medicare Service Provider and is qualified to assist clients covered by Worksafe, DVA, NDIS, and TAC.