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Therapy

It's safe to slow down.

When your mind won't stop and your body's tired of holding it all together, therapy helps you reconnect and start again.

Support for anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, and trauma.

Adults

Therapy provides a reflective space to explore the personal, relational, and situational factors shaping mental health. Strategies support managing anxiety, stress, or emotional patterns.

 

Available in-person in Footscray or via telehealth Australia-wide. 

Adolescents 

Adolescence is a complex stage of development, marked by identity shifts, academic pressures, and social challenges. Therapy offers a safe, developmentally appropriate space for mood difficulties, anxiety, neurodivergence, family challenges, or identity shifts.

 

In-person sessions in Footscray. Online therapy for adolescents across Victoria.

Children (8+)

Therapy supports children navigating emotional distress, behavioural changes, school stress, or neurodevelopmental differences. Age-appropriate approaches help build regulation and resilience.

 

In-person in Footscray. Telehealth for parents or caregivers where clinically appropriate.

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Whether you're booking for yourself or your child, you can get started here.

Telehealth

Telehealth offers a flexible, private way to access psychological support from home. Available for adults across Australia, this format provides the same quality of care as in-person therapy, with the added convenience of remote access. It may be suitable for people balancing demanding schedules, living in regional areas, or preferring the familiarity of their own space.

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How Therapy Works

Therapy at Tara Psychology is compassionate, practical, and grounded in evidence. Each session is shaped around what's most useful for you, drawing from several approaches like ACT, CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, mindfulness, parts work, and psychodynamic therapy. 

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Support is: 

  • Neurodiversity Affirming

  • Trauma-Informed

  • Culturally Safe and Inclusive

Areas of Focus

Support is available for a wide range of mental health concerns. The list below highlights common areas, but it is not exhaustive. If you have concerns beyond these, please reach out to discuss your support needs.

Mood Disorders

  • Depression

  • Bipolar disorder

  • Persistent low mood

  • Social disconnection

  • Perinatal mental health

Anxiety and Related Disorders

  • Generalised anxiety

  • Social anxiety

  • Panic disorder

  • Phobias​

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Neurodivergence

  • Autism

  • ADHD

  • Sensory processing differences

  • Identity and self-understanding

  • Masking and burnout

Trauma

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

  • Complex PTSD

  • Childhood trauma

  • Relational trauma​

Grief and Loss

  • Prolonged or complicated grief

  • Loss of a pet, job, or relationship

  • Grief associated with changes in identity, health, or functioning

Personality Disorders

  • Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

  • Other personality-related difficulties

Stress and Life Changes

  • Workplace stress

  • Academic and peer challenges

  • Family, parenting, and relationship challenges

  • Navigating major life transitions

Identity and Self-Worth

  • Identity development

  • Self-esteem and confidence
  • Purpose and meaning
  • Existential concerns

About Sessions

Standard sessions are 50 minutes and offered in-person in Footscray or via telehealth. The number of sessions depends on your goals and needs. Some people attend for a short period, while others engage in longer-term work to explore deeper patterns, sustain change, or require longer-term care due to complex presentations.

 

You do not need a referral to get started. However, Medicare rebates may apply with a Mental Health Care Plan. See FAQs for more information.

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NDIS Participants

Sessions are available for both self-managed and plan-managed clients. Support can focus on building skills, increasing confidence, and developing strategies that can be used in everyday life. Sessions are tailored to individual needs and work in collaboration with any existing NDIS supports.

See Fees and Rebates for details on session costs, rebates, and our cancellation policy.

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