Online Social Isolation therapists in Australia
Browse online Social Isolation therapists in Australia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Michael Elwan
Registered Social Worker, PhD Candidate (Mental Health), MSW, GradCertMH, DipPsych, MBA
Social isolation is rarely about not knowing how to connect; more often it builds over time through loss, trauma, burnout, or repeated disappointment in relationships. I work with people who have pulled back from social life and are unsure how to return without overwhelm. The work prioritises safety, pacing, and the kind of slow rebuilding that doesn't ask you to perform sociability before you have any energy for it.
6 Years Experience
Online in Australia
(Online Only)
Mindnest Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Couns
Feeling disconnected can be painful, especially when reaching out feels hard. I support clients to understand what has led to isolation and take gentle steps toward connection, confidence and support.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Illawong, NSW 2234
Online in Australia
Hargan Psychology
Psychologist
We know that humans are social animals; we have never been more 'connected', yet we can often feel so incredibly isolated. Social isolation does not only have a psychological impact, but has been shown to have considerable health risks. It can be a perpetuating pattern, however reaching out can be the first step to re connection!
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Online in Australia
John Zavaglia (Mind LIfe)
Counsellor/Therapist, ACA Registered, PC Grad MHN & Neuro, MBA
Feeling disconnected from others can gradually leave you feeling alone, stuck or unsure how to reconnect. You may want more connection in your life but find it difficult to know where to start. Together, we can understand what's keeping you isolated, work through the barriers holding you back and develop practical steps towards greater confidence, connection and a stronger sense of belonging.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Sydney, NSW
Online in Australia
Dr George Booty. The PsychoTRAUMA Clinic (Convergence College of Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, Dr, DPsych, MA Couns, MA Psych, PG Dip Spvn
Loneliness is quite difficult and can be mentally damaging - thinking of imprisonment in isolation and brainwashing techniques this can be tortuous for many. Support in relationship is so important for many to experience and we are there to offer that help and support. to offer relationship and a friend in need to the lost and disenfranchised. simply caring.
31 Years Experience
In-Person in Milton Keynes, England MK14 6LY
In-Person in London, England W1G 9QD
Online in Australia, Spain, United Kingdom
Brett Hall - Therapy for Deep Change
Registered Psychotherapist, Bsc - PSYCH/Neuro, Grad. Dip Gestalt Therapy
Social isolation can become its own kind of trap. The longer you're disconnected, the harder reaching out can feel, even when part of you is craving connection. If loneliness has become familiar in a way you'd like to change, let's work together to help you rebuild connection.
The first step in working through isolation is understanding that wanting connection isn't a weakness, and rebuilding it doesn't have to happen all at once. In a supportive, non-judgmental space, we'll explore what's been keeping you disconnected and take gentle, manageable steps back toward relationship and community. My approach centers self-compassion, patience, and meeting you exactly where you are.
You don't have to stay isolated. Let's take the first step toward feeling more connected again.
8 Years Experience
Online in Australia, New Zealand
(Online Only)
Parents & Beyond / Vered Shomer-Harel
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychotherapist |Counsellor| Parenting Coach M.S.P.C | M.A. Counselling | DIP. Parent Coaching
Feeling disconnected or alone, even when surrounded by people, can be deeply painful. Social isolation often comes with sadness, anxiety, numbness, or feeling “different” or misunderstood. Whether this isolation is due to life transitions, immigration, trauma, or personal circumstances, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
I offer a warm, supportive space to explore these feelings, rebuild a sense of connection, and gently strengthen your confidence, community, and emotional wellbeing.
8 Years Experience
Online in Australia, Israel, United Kingdom
(Online Only)
Hawaa Dajan
Psychologist, Master of Professional Psychology, General Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
I support clients experiencing loneliness, disconnection or difficulties with relationships. Therapy provides space to understand factors contributing to isolation while exploring ways to strengthen connection, confidence and engagement with others.
3 Years Experience
Online in Australia
(Online Only)
Maryam Zafari
Counsellor/Therapist, MCoun, ACA & PACFA Registered, Certified Addiction, Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals
Drawing on Socioemotional Selectivity Theory, I work with clients experiencing social withdrawal and loneliness, exploring barriers to connection and building skills to foster meaningful relationships and community engagement.
12 Years Experience
Online in Australia
(Online Only)
Gaye Mallinson - Somatic Psychotherapies
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Soc.Ser. (Couns) Dist, Dip. Couns, Trauma Informed Yoga Cert, Pranayama Cert, Nidra Cert
I work primarily from a Rogerian or Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session.
Social isolation can be debilitating in hampering healthy, confident interaction with others and can lead to loneliness and depression. I am able to utilise specific somatic (mind/body) therapy techniques within the therapy session to support greater healing of the underlying and often subconscious cause. These gentle but effective techniques create a new positive sense of self.
My aim is to assist you with your life difficulties from social isolation to restore balance, happiness and inner peace with various techniques of 'talk therapy' and somatic (mind/body) healing methods, along with offering practical strategies that may be useful where suitable and desired by you. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
11 Years Experience
Online in Australia, New Zealand
(Online Only)
Dr Israel Berger
Therapist, MBBS, FRANZCP, PGCert(Youth Mental Health), MPsych, PhD(Psych), CCTP
Social isolation can be demoralising and increase anxiety and depression. Whether you're looking for just someone to talk to or help with strategies to improve social isolation, I am here to listen and offer guidance as appropriate.
20 Years Experience
In-Person in Bendigo, VIC 3550
Online in Australia
Dimitri Hawa
Psychologist, Psychologist-BA, BPsycSc (Hons), GradDipProfPsych
Therapy will provide guidance and psychological support to clients grappling with the challenges of social isolation. This support takes place within a nurturing and understanding environment, enabling individuals to navigate the intricate dimensions of their isolation. By employing evidence-based approaches (schema therapy methods, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic approaches, attachment approaches), fostering a healthy safe therapeutic alliance and tailoring interventions to each client’s unique needs, clients are assisted to ‘break free’ from the cycle of isolation, by rebuilding sense of connection to self, rebuild social connections and foster meaningful relationships, ultimately paving the way for a more fulfilling and connected life.
Call for a free consultation. Medicare rebated sessions (obtained from a GP called mental health care plan) and private health insurance rebates session available.
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.
10 Years Experience
Rana Salloum - Relationships & Diversity (Sentient)
Counsellor/Therapist, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
I work with clients on a range of issues relating to isolation.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Sydney, NSW 2000
Online in Australia
Dr. Linda Troselj
Psychologist, DPsych (Clin)
As a psychologist, I can help individuals struggling with social isolation by addressing the underlying factors that are contributing to their sense of disconnection. Through therapy, we work on building social skills, improving self-esteem, and developing strategies to overcome fears or anxieties around social interactions. I also help clients explore ways to reconnect with others, cultivate meaningful relationships, and find a sense of belonging, ultimately reducing feelings of loneliness and enhancing their overall wellbeing.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Gladstone Park, VIC 3043
Online in Australia
Tony O'Loughlin
Registered Psychotherapist, GradDip Psychotherapy, BA (Social Science), Trauma Informed Somatic Facilitator, PACFA member
Specialising in social isolation, I work with you to help you reconnect with the world around you. Through personalised therapy, we explore underlying causes, build social skills, and develop strategies to foster meaningful connections. My goal is to support you in overcoming loneliness and enhancing your sense of belonging and well-being. Together, we will create a path toward a more connected and fulfilling life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand
(Online Only)
Judith Minster
Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Fellow, APS College of Clinical Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS, MASH
Social Isolation and Social Anxiety have long been part of many people's lives. This became even more prominent during the Covid lockdowns. Using a range of therapies including CBT, Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Schema and Narrative Therapies.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Online in Australia
Mairead Cleary
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
The cure for isolation is connection, but connection can be the thing we fear most when we're isolated. And the more we isolate the harder it can be to connect with people and the more self-conscious we can feel. Remaining isolated can stop us from meeting one of our most fundamental needs - the need to belong, to feel a part of life.
Anyone can become isolated. Understanding what’s behind the isolation is the first step to unravelling it. We explore both isolation and connection and the part that both play in your life.
8 Years Experience
Online in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand
(Online Only)
Mind Health
Psychologist, Psychologists & Allied Health Experts
Experiencing social isolation can lead to feelings of loneliness and impact overall well-being. At Mind Health, our compassionate therapists provide personalised support to help individuals reconnect with others and build meaningful relationships. Utilising evidence-based approaches, we focus on enhancing social skills, addressing underlying issues contributing to isolation, and fostering a sense of community. Our goal is to empower clients to overcome barriers to social engagement and improve their quality of life.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in Parramatta, NSW 2150
Online in Australia, New Zealand
Jaya Bhaskar - Ropana Allied Health
Counsellor/Therapist, Counsellor/Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Rediscover connection and belonging. Our empathetic approach offers a safe space to explore feelings of loneliness, develop coping strategies, and build meaningful connections with others. Whether you're experiencing isolation due to life transitions, geographical distance, or personal circumstances, we're here to provide you with the support and tools you need to feel seen, heard, and valued. Take the courageous step toward connection.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Leppington, NSW 2179
In-Person in Kangy Angy, NSW 2258
Online in Australia, New Zealand
Dabaco Doldissen
Counsellor/Therapist, GradDip Gestalt Therapy
If you're feeling stuck and isolated it can be really difficult asking for help. Taking that step to book in for therapy is a courageous move and step in the right direction to changing your situation. My style of therapy is client led so we move at a pace that feels honouring of where you're at. There's no rush or need to force anything. Book a free 15 minute phone consult via my website to discuss more.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Glebe, NSW 2037
Online in Australia, New Zealand