Compassionate care from psychologists in Footscray
We’re a team of dedicated psychologists helping you work through anxiety, stress, trauma, grief and more — either in person at our clinic in Footscray or online.
Mental health conditions we treat
From difficulty managing emotions, burnout and relationship challenges – we’re here to support you with the challenges you are currently facing. Whether you’ve got a diagnosis or you’re just feeling stuck, you don’t have to manage it alone.
Anxiety & Panic
Helping you manage constant worry, panic attacks, and overwhelming fears.
Depression & Low Mood
Support for when you’re feeling stuck, flat, or like you’ve lost your spark.
Stress & Burnout
Tools to cope with life’s pressures at work or home, or when you feel like you’re burning the candle at both ends.
Grief & Loss
Empathic support through the pain of loss or change… and life after.
Relationship & Family Issues
Helping you improve communication, connection and psychological safety in your relationships.
Trauma & PTSD
Evidence-based therapy to treat flashbacks, nightmares and panic after experiencing distressing or traumatic events.
Self-Esteem & Identity
Build confidence, clarify your values, and reconnect with who you are.
Want to learn more about how psychology can help?
How we can support you and your mental health
We offer person-centred, evidence-based therapy that is compassionate and collaborative. Deciding to begin therapy for the first time can be a daunting experience… and returning to therapy again can be an equally daunting experience. We understand that, and we’re here to meet you wherever you’re at.
Individual Therapy
Talk therapy that is evidence-based and individualised for you and your difficulties. We can help you manage anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, coping skills, and more.
Couples & Relationship Therapy
Support for when you need to rebuild a connection, improve communication or learn to navigate challenges better with your partner. Learn about your attachment patterns and dynamics.
Child Therapy
Support for little ones who may struggle with meltdowns, school refusal or challenging behaviours. And support for their parents too.
Adolescent Therapy
Adolescence can be a really tricky time, and we’re here to help teens navigate the maze of emotional, behavioural, or social difficulties.
Online Therapy (Telehealth)
Research shows that online therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy, and we can offer telehealth sessions wherever you are in Australia. Grab a cuppa and we’ll see you on the screen.
Assessments & Reports
Do you need a report for a funding body or your treating team? We can help you with psychological assessments and written reports to support your therapy, access NDIS funding, or support your workplace wellbeing.
Your welcoming local psychologists
At Perennial Psychology, we’re here to help people feel seen, heard, and supported — no matter what they’re facing.
We’re a warm, professional team of registered psychologists offering evidence-based therapy in the heart of Footscray. From anxiety, OCD, bipolar, and challenges with managing distress — we take a humanistic approach to therapy and your mental health.
Our clinic is a safe, inclusive space for individuals, couples, and families. We’re committed to delivering thoughtful, down-to-earth care that is in line with the current best practice.
Perennial Psychology’s values
We are a clinician-owned and run practice, which keeps us closer to the heart of the work we do. We are a values-led organisation, meaning we are founded on and practice our core values everyday – for ourselves, in our work with clients, and in our relationships with our team.
Inclusivity
Everyone is welcome at our clinic, and we believe firmly in meeting the diverse needs of our vibrant, local community.
Integrity
We practice honestly and ethically. Life isn’t about being perfect – it’s about being honest, consistent, and owning your actions. A little bit like therapy.
Authenticity
We, like you, are card-holding members of the human race. Our humanity is integral to our practice, and we are genuine and real.
Growth
We believe that growth and change is universal, therefore we are committed to our own personal and professional growth.
A note from Caty
Welcome to our clinic, which sits on land traditionally owned by the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the Kulin Nation.
I created Perennial Psychology so we could provide excellent psychology services to Melbourne’s Inner West – a place I have lived and worked in my entire career, and a place I deeply cherish. I wanted to walk alongside excellent psychologists who would embody this vision, and so I’ve curated a team who are true to our values and goals – matters close to my heart, given my background in the public and social sectors.
It has always been the deepest pleasure to support people on a part of their mental health journey, and I am continually inspired by the strength, power and capacity for healing that my clients allow me to bear witness to.
It’s nice you’re here, and I’m glad you found us. Please feel free to reach out – I’m always happy to chat… so much so that I found a way to talk for a living.
With kindness,
Caty Gierer (she/her)
Director, Senior Clinical Psychologist & Board-Approved Supervisor
Meet our clinical team
Considerable research suggests that the therapeutic relationship developed between a psychologist and a client is integral to the success of therapy. In other words, someone you feel you “click with.” Get to know us so we can find someone for you who is the right fit.
Psychology FAQs
Have a question? Take a look below… these are some of the common questions we get.
Ready to talk?
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself? You don’t have to figure it out alone. The first step can be tricky, but the team at Perennial Psychology is here for you when you’re ready. We’re happy to have a psychologist arrange a time to call you back to chat about any concerns or answer any questions prior to booking a session.