Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Counselling Services in Melbourne
Port Phillip Psychology is a warm and professional counselling practice serving Melbourne for over 15 years. Our team of psychologists, mental health social workers, and counsellors deliver expert support for children, adults, and couples across a range of mental health and life challenges. With clinics in St Kilda and Chelsea, we offer in-person and online appointments to ensure accessible care.Our practitioners combine extensive academic training with specialized skills to address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and neurodiversity. We prioritise client comfort through flexible appointment times, child-friendly facilities, and a compassionate approach to fostering personal growth and wellbeing.
Services
Anxiety Counselling
Depression Support
Couples Therapy
Child Psychology
NDIS Services
Trauma Recovery
Parenting Guidance
Online Appointments
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in mental health counselling.
- Our team includes psychologists with 6+ years of university training.
- We offer child-friendly appointments with supervised waiting areas.
- Specialised training in trauma, neurodiversity, and relationship therapy.
- Flexible 24/7 appointment options including evenings and weekends.
What people say
Compassionate team
Child-friendly environment
Flexible hours
Expert therapists
Effective treatment
Services
Child Counselling
Specialised support for children aged 4+ with behavioural issues, ASD, ADHD, and anxiety. Our therapists help young clients navigate separation, bullying, and emotional regulation challenges through play-based techniques. Sessions accommodate parental involvement when needed.
Couples Therapy
Expert guidance for couples facing infidelity, communication breakdowns, or parenting conflicts. Our practitioners use evidence-based approaches to rebuild trust and improve relationship dynamics. First sessions include comprehensive background assessments for effective treatment planning.
Anxiety Support
Tailored interventions for anxiety disorders including phobias, panic attacks, and generalised anxiety. Therapists employ CBT and mindfulness techniques to develop coping strategies. Sessions focus on identifying triggers and implementing practical stress-reduction methods.
NDIS Services
Registered NDIS providers offering psychological support for participants. Services include skill development, emotional regulation, and trauma-informed care. We work with participants to achieve NDIS plan goals through individualised therapy programs.
Online Counselling
Secure virtual appointments for clients across Australia. Available for individual and couples therapy, this service ensures continuity of care for remote clients or those preferring home-based sessions. Same-day booking options available.
People
Michelle Thomson
Director & Principal Psychologist
With 15+ years in mental health, Michelle specialises in relationship counselling and trauma recovery. She leads clinical training programs and contributes to psychology journals while maintaining active client sessions.
Chantal Ah Young
Provisional Psychologist
Recent psychology graduate with expertise in child development and neurodiversity support. Chantal focuses on creating engaging therapeutic environments for young clients through creative play techniques.
Charlotte Ko
Psychologist
Specialist in anxiety disorders and stress management with postgraduate training in cognitive behavioural therapy. Charlotte develops customised treatment plans for clients across Melbourne's bayside suburbs.
Soraya Khan
Senior Counsellor
Experienced in family therapy and parenting support, Soraya helps clients navigate separation challenges and improve household communication dynamics through practical, solution-focused approaches.
Michael Edwardson
Principal Psychologist
Over 20 years treating depression and life transitions, Michael combines clinical expertise with accessible communication styles to help clients achieve measurable mental health improvements.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide anxiety support, depression treatment, couples counselling, child psychology, and neurodiversity services across St Kilda and Chelsea clinics.
How do I book an appointment?
Call (03) 8774 2150 during business hours to discuss your needs and schedule a suitable time with our reception team.
Are rebates available?
Medicare rebates apply with a mental health plan. Private health insurance may cover registered psychologists - check with your provider.
Do you offer online sessions?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth appointments for clients across Australia with flexible scheduling options.
What ages do you treat?
We support clients from age 4 through adulthood, including family and couples therapy options.
Can I bring children to sessions?
Yes, infants can join sessions while older children receive supervised care in our waiting area with toys and books.
Reviews (2)
Nena A.
Dec 16, 2021
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Michael is kind, patient, open, supportive and extremely knowledgeable. I have left each session with a sense of relief, feeling calmer and clearer in my thoughts. Thank you Michael.
Kayleen Mahony-Murelli
Mar 24, 2015
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Finding someone who will listen and help in need is so important in times of stress. I feel a thousand times better.
