Your Positive Path · Melbourne Psychologists

Therapy & Emotional Support

Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship challenges, or simply finding it difficult to cope with everyday pressures, our psychologists provide a safe and supportive space to help you move forward.

At Your Positive Path, we offer professional therapy and emotional support services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We support clients through NDIS, Medicare, WorkCover, TAC, private funding, and telehealth services across Melbourne and Australia.

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Who we support

We work with people at every stage of life

Our psychologists support children, teenagers, adults, couples, families, and older adults. You do not need to be in crisis to seek support. Many people come to therapy because they want to better understand themselves, improve their wellbeing, or develop practical strategies to navigate life’s challenges.

We provide flexible support through telehealth appointments and community-based services across Melbourne’s western suburbs.

Children (5+)

Teenagers

Adults

Couples

Families

Older adults

Anxiety & Stress Support

You Don't Have to Live With Constant Worry

Anxiety can affect your thoughts, emotions, relationships, work, education, and overall wellbeing. It may present as racing thoughts, excessive worry, panic attacks, avoidance behaviours, social anxiety, or ongoing feelings of tension and overwhelm.
As experienced psychologists providing anxiety therapy in Melbourne, we help individuals understand the factors contributing to anxiety while developing practical strategies to improve confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
Areas we commonly support include:
  • Generalised anxiety and excessive worry
  • Social anxiety
  • Panic attacks and phobias
  • Work-related stress and burnout
  • Health anxiety
  • Performance anxiety
  • School-related anxiety

1 in 4

Australians experience anxiety at some point in their lifetime

CBT

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy — one of the most well-researched approaches for anxiety

ACT

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy helps you stop fighting your thoughts and start living more fully
Depression Support

Support for Low Mood, Motivation and Wellbeing

Depression affects everyone differently. Some people experience persistent sadness, while others struggle with low motivation, fatigue, irritability, or feeling disconnected from the things they once enjoyed.
Our psychologists provide evidence-based depression support tailored to your individual experiences and goals. We work collaboratively with you to develop practical coping strategies and improve emotional wellbeing.
Areas we commonly support include:
  • Persistent low mood
  • Loss of motivation or interest
  • Sleep difficulties and fatigue
  • Low self-esteem
  • Grief and loss
  • Postnatal depression
  • Stress-related emotional difficulties
How we approach depression support

1

Understand your story

We start by listening — no worksheets, no checklists. Just a real conversation about what’s been going on for you.

2

Identify the patterns

Together we look at the thoughts, behaviours, and situations that are contributing to how you feel.

3

Build a path forward

We develop practical strategies you can use in everyday life — tailored to you, not a textbook.
Emotional Regulation Support

Building Confidence in Managing Emotions

Emotional regulation is the ability to understand, manage, and respond to emotions in a healthy way. Many children, adolescents, and adults experience difficulties managing intense emotions, particularly during periods of stress or major life changes.

Our psychologists use evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based strategies to help individuals develop emotional awareness and resilience.

Support may include:
  • Emotional sensitivity
  • Anger management
  • Emotional outbursts
  • Mood fluctuations
  • Impulsive reactions
  • Difficulty coping with stress
  • Building healthy coping skills
What emotional regulation looks like in practice
Notice the feeling → Understand what triggered it → Choose how to respond
Skills we teach include distress tolerance, mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and self-compassion practices that actually work in real life — not just in the therapy room.
Relationship Challenges

Strengthening Relationships and Communication

Healthy relationships are important for emotional wellbeing, yet challenges can arise at any stage of life. Whether you’re experiencing conflict with a partner, difficulties within family relationships, or challenges connecting with others, professional support can help.
Our relationship psychologists support individuals, couples, and families to improve communication, strengthen relationships, and navigate difficult life transitions.

Couples therapy

Work through conflict, communication breakdowns, trust issues, or major life transitions as a couple — in a safe, neutral space.

Family dynamics

Address patterns across generations, improve communication between family members, and work through major changes like separation or blending families.

Social anxiety & loneliness

If connecting with people feels hard or exhausting, we can help you understand why — and build confidence in your relationships.

Individual therapy for relationship patterns

Explore your own attachment style, communication habits, and relationship history to break cycles that keep holding you back.

How Therapy Can Help

What to Expect

Emotional regulation is the ability to understand, manage, and respond to emotions in a healthy way. Many children, adolescents, and adults experience difficulties managing intense emotions, particularly during periods of stress or major life changes.

Many clients report:
  • Greater understanding of their thoughts and emotions
  • Improved coping skills
  • Better communication and relationships
  • Increased confidence and resilience
  • Improved emotional wellbeing
  • Greater clarity around personal goals
Our approach is person-centred, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs.
Common questions about therapy at Your Positive Path

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?

No. You can contact us directly to book an appointment. Some funding options, including Medicare Mental Health Care Plans, may require a referral from your GP.

Can I access therapy through NDIS or Medicare?

Yes. Depending on your circumstances, therapy services may be available through NDIS funding, a Mental Health Care Plan under Medicare, WorkCover, TAC, or private appointments.

Do you provide support for children?

Yes. We support children aged 5 years and above, as well as adolescents and adults.

Do you offer telehealth appointments?

Yes. Telehealth appointments are available Australia-wide, providing flexible access to psychology support from your home.

Do you support clients in Truganina, Tarneit, and surrounding suburbs?

Yes. We support individuals and families across Truganina, Tarneit, Melton, Werribee, Hoppers Crossing, Fraser Rise, Aintree, and surrounding areas, with telehealth services available Australia-wide.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Seeking support is often the hardest part. Whether you’re looking for help with anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, or general mental wellbeing, we’re here to help.

Book a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and learn how we can support you.

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If you’re a support worker, clinician, case manager or family member, you can easily submit a referral online.

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