Depression therapists in Melbourne, Victoria VIC, Australia AU
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Depression
Will Salter - Connected Man Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, ACA member, L2 IFS trained, Diploma of Counselling
My focus is on supporting men as they work through stress, anger, disconnection, and self-doubt. By encouraging honesty, vulnerability, and emotional clarity, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the challenges that show up in relationships, work, fatherhood, or identity. Counselling here isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about guiding you back into connection: with yourself, your core values, and the people who matter most, so you can move forward with greater clarity and purpose. I see counselling as a collaborative and creative process, shaped by the needs and direction of each person I work with. My role is to offer steady support while creating room for healing, growth, and meaningful change. Ultimately, my aim is to help you deepen your relationship with yourself, others, and the world around you.
6 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
Emma Crook
Counsellor/Therapist, Diploma of Counselling
Emma supports clients experiencing depression with compassion and without judgment. She helps clients explore underlying factors, reconnect with meaning and motivation, and develop sustainable strategies to support their wellbeing over time.
2 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
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.
I can also utilise various assessments to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can provide a copy of these for your doctor to assist you further where requested.
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 and enthusiasm for life.
My aim is to assist you with your life difficulties from low mood and depression 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 Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
Mairead Cleary
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
Depression has a deceptive timelessness where it can feel like things have always been this dark and will always be this dark. But that's not true. Nothing in nature remains static. Things are always changing. One season replaces another. It's important to remember this and to know, even in the darkest moments, that something different is possible.
8 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
Anthony M Cichello
Psychologist, M.Psych(Clinical); B.Sc(Hons)
All mood disorders including unipolar and bipolar disorders
40 Years Experience
In-Person in Melbourne, VIC 3000
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria
Depression
The Inner Collective Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Master of Science, Bachelor of Arts (Psych. Hons.)
Depression can make everything feel heavy—your thoughts, your energy, your sense of self. At The Inner Collective, we provide a compassionate space to explore what’s going on beneath the surface. Our team uses evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy to help you shift unhelpful patterns, reconnect with what matters to you, and rediscover hope. You don’t have to go through this alone—support is here when you’re ready.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Melbourne, VIC 3000
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria
Depression
Ronnie Adamowicz
Therapist, M.A. Psych
I approach depression through a somatic and relational lens, understanding it not as a personal failure or something to be “fixed,” but often as a protective response of the nervous system to overwhelm, loss, or long-held emotional pain. Depression can show up as numbness, exhaustion, low motivation, disconnection, or a sense of meaninglessness — experiences that are deeply embodied, not just mental.
In somatic psychotherapy, we work gently with the body’s signals to restore movement, vitality, and emotional contact at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than pushing for positivity or insight alone, this approach supports gradual reconnection with feeling, agency, and self-compassion. Over time, clients often find increased energy, clarity, and a renewed capacity to engage with life and relationships.
This work can be especially helpful if depression feels persistent, if talk therapy hasn’t shifted things, or if you experience depression alongside anxiety or trauma.
You can learn more about my approach and read client testimonials at
https://ronnieadamowicz.com
7 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
The Becoming Practice
Counsellor/Therapist, M Couns; BSocSc (Psychology)
I support clients experiencing depression by exploring the thoughts, emotions, and life circumstances that weigh them down. Together, we work to develop coping strategies, reframe unhelpful patterns, and nurture hope, resilience, and a greater sense of meaning in life.
0 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
Parents & Beyond / Vered Shomer-Harel
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychotherapist |Counsellor| Parenting Coach M.S.P.C | M.A. Counselling | DIP. Parent Coaching
Depression can make even the smallest tasks feel heavy, isolating, or overwhelming. Whether you're experiencing low mood, exhaustion, emotional numbness, or a loss of motivation, I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore what’s underneath the sadness and begin reconnecting with yourself.
Together, we work gently with evidence-based tools and integrative approaches to rebuild hope, energy, and emotional stability at your pace, without pressure.
8 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Depression
Jessica Jepson (Secure Connections Relationship Counselling)
Counsellor/Therapist, B.A Counselling, Dip. Counselling, Dip Positive Psychology, Dip Art Therapy
Depression can make everything feel heavy and out of reach — including your relationships. Using CBT and ACT, I help you gently challenge the thoughts keeping you stuck, reconnect with what matters to you, and build momentum toward feeling like yourself again.
6 Years Experience
Online in Melbourne, VIC Victoria (Online Only)
Melbourne has a well-established therapy culture and one of Australia's highest rates of therapist availability per capita, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and schema therapy. The city's high cost of living and competitive professional environment drive demand for therapists addressing burnout, perfectionism, and relationship stress among its large young professional population. Melbourne's diverse migrant communities — including large South Asian, East Asian, and African populations — mean cultural competence and multilingual therapy are in consistent demand. The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Alfred Health provide institutional mental health resources alongside the city's extensive private and community-based therapy network.
Depression therapists in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Statistics
Depression therapists in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia average 14 years of experience and charge around $181 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (61%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (55%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (48%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$181
Accept insurance
52%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 56% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 76% |
In Person and Online |
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| 23% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 61% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 48% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 43% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Somatic Therapy |
| 36% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 70% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 59% | Men |
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Asian |