Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ballarat Central, VIC
Browse Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ballarat Central, Victoria, Australia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Tawney Bevilacqua (Spiral Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist
My work is grounded in the belief that emotional difficulties make sense in the context of our relationships, histories, bodies, and the wider living world. Therapy is not simply about reducing symptoms—it is about understanding the patterns that have shaped you and creating the conditions for something different.
Sessions are thoughtful, collaborative, and gently exploratory. I'll share my observations, invite your reflections, and encourage honesty about how you're experiencing both the therapy and our relationship. Alongside words, we'll also pay attention to the body—its sensations, impulses, tensions, and rhythms—as another way of understanding your experience. When it feels appropriate, we may also draw on the natural world, either through working outdoors or allowing nature to offer perspective, grounding, and a deeper sense of belonging within the wider web of life.
Spiral Psychotherapy is for people who long to understand themselves more deeply rather than simply manage symptoms. My hope is that therapy offers not only insight, but a different experience of being with yourself, others, and the living world—one that creates greater freedom, connection, and aliveness.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ballarat Central, VIC
Online in Ballarat Central, VIC
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Hawaa Dajan
Psychologist, Master of Professional Psychology, General Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia
I’m Hawaa Dajan, a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and a Master of Professional Psychology, with a particular interest in supporting women’s mental health. My experience includes working in public community mental health as well as private practice, where I have supported people experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges.
I take a trauma-informed and evidence-based approach to therapy, drawing on therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work collaboratively with clients to explore how past experiences can shape the way we think, feel, and respond in the present, while developing practical strategies that align with their individual goals and values. If requested, I can also incorporate Islamic values and perspectives into therapy, while respecting each person’s cultural background, beliefs, and individual experiences.
I recognise that opening up to someone new can take time. I aim to provide a warm, non-judgemental environment where you can feel comfortable being yourself and work at a pace that feels manageable. Therapy is tailored to your circumstances and what you would like to achieve, with a focus on helping you develop greater self-understanding, coping skills, and meaningful change. If you feel I may be able to support you on your mental health journey, please feel free to reach out. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your needs, answer any questions, and explore how we might work together. I look forward to meeting you!
3 Years Experience
Online in Ballarat Central, VIC (Online Only)
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Maryam Zafari
Counsellor/Therapist, MCoun, ACA & PACFA Registered, Certified Addiction, Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals
I am an experienced addiction counsellor specializing in evidence-based therapeutic interventions and integrative treatment approaches to support sustainable recovery and lasting behavioral change. Through my work in mental health and addiction services, I have witnessed the profound impact of trauma and the remarkable resilience that emerges when individuals receive compassionate, structured support. I work with clients navigating substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, co-occurring mental health conditions, and all stages of recovery.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ballarat Central, VIC (Online Only)
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Mindnest Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, B.Couns
Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, especially when you are overwhelmed, stuck or unsure where to begin.
I work with adults and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, ADHD, grief, workplace pressure, relationship difficulties, low self esteem, emotional overwhelm or major life changes. You do not need to arrive with a clear explanation of what is wrong. We can start with what has been feeling hardest lately.
My approach is warm, practical and straight talking. I will listen properly, ask honest questions and help you make sense of what has been happening. Together, we can look at the patterns, pressure and emotions underneath it and work out practical steps that feel realistic.
Before becoming a counsellor, I worked across law enforcement, the legal sector, crisis response, child protection and community services. These experiences shaped the way I work, with calmness, compassion and respect for what people carry.
Face to face counselling is available in Illawong, in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, with online counselling available across Australia. I also offer a free 15 minute phone consultation if you would like to ask a few questions first.
5 Years Experience
Online in Ballarat Central, VIC
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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 and career whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session.
My aim is to assist you with your life difficulties 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.
I also provide dedicated Professional Clinical Supervision services for a diverse range of counselling therapists, health and non-health related professionals seeking to enhance their career skills, navigate complex client cases, and maintain professional well-being.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ballarat Central, VIC (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ballarat Central, VIC Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ballarat Central, VIC average 13 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (88%), and Trauma and PTSD (81%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 75% |
In Person and Online |
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| 25% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 88% | Depression |
| 81% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 78% | Loss or Grief |
| 78% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Stress |
| 69% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 53% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Middle Eastern |