Life can feel like a lot sometimes

We can all have moments where we feel like things are overwhelming, closing in on us or we just don’t know what to do anymore. Maybe your tried and tested strategies are no longer working, or things feel a bit out of your control? If you’re ready to reach out, we’re here to help.

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Conditions and concerns we support

We can help you with a wide range of mental health challenges — from everyday stress to more complex or chronic mental health issues. Our psychologists are clinically trained, and have experience in supporting a wide range of difficulties.

Anxiety & Panic

Generalised anxiety, panic attacks, health anxiety
Social anxiety, phobias, fear of judgement
Overthinking, restlessness, racing thoughts
Physical symptoms like tight chest, nausea, shallow breathing

Depression & Low Mood

Ongoing sadness, low energy, tearfulness
Loss of motivation or interest in things you used to enjoy
Feelings of worthlessness, shame, or guilt
Thoughts like “what’s the point?” or “I’m not good enough”

Stress & Burnout

Work stress, decision fatigue, overwhelm
Trouble switching off or feeling constantly on edge
Irritability, exhaustion, emotional shutdown
Chronic pressure to “do it all” or please everyone

Grief & Loss

Death of a loved one or pet
Relationship breakdown or separation
Miscarriage, infertility, pregnancy loss
Major life transitions and identity shifts

Relationships & Emotions

Relationship issues, communication struggles, breakups
Attachment trauma, abandonment fears, trust issues
Intense emotions, mood swings, impulsivity
Difficulty setting boundaries or managing conflict

Neurodivergence & Identity

Autism and ADHD (diagnosed or exploring)
LGBTQIA+ affirming care and gender identity support
Perfectionism, self-doubt, imposter syndrome
Cultural identity, bicultural stress, feeling ‘in-between’

Matters we don’t help with

While we aim to support a wide range of mental health concerns, there are some areas that fall outside the scope of our practice at Perennial Psychology.

We currently do not provide:

Court-ordered assessments, legal reports or clinical reports to be used in court
Crisis intervention or emergency mental health support
Psychological intervention for children under five years old
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
Play therapy or art therapy as standalone modalities
Biofeedback or neurofeedback therapy
Group therapy

If you’re unsure whether we’re the right fit, feel free to get in touch. If we can’t help you, we’re happy to point you in the right direction.

How psychology can help

Have you ever sat in a room, been truly open and vulnerable and had someone hold that space for you? Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just want some guidance, therapy offers a unique space in which we can understand and be understood.

Past experiences inform psychology in Footscray

How does my past inform my present?

As much as we might try to avoid it, our past informs our present, and our present informs our future. An understanding of where we’ve come from, our relationships with our caregivers, our early life experiences and how we’ve come to navigate life thus far is all part of our unique context as to where we are today.

Understanding ourselves informs psychology in Footscray

What’s happening now?

Ever felt a ‘big feeling’ but been unsure what it’s about, where it’s come from or what to do about the darn thing? Together, we can help you understand what’s going on inside — your thoughts, feelings, memories and triggers. Then, let’s figure out what to do about them.

Developing treatment plan for psychology in Footscray

What’s the plan?

Once we have an understanding of the past and have tuned into what’s happening in the here and now, we’ll develop a treatment plan – individualised and specific to you and your needs. This will link to your goals for therapy, whether it’s working on managing symptoms of complex trauma, substance use, or low mood.

So, now what?

Now… ‘we’ do the work. Therapy can be hard sometimes, and it takes commitment to the process and a good relationship with your psychologist. Whether it’s depression, obsessive-compulsive behaviours or relationship difficulties, we’ll work together collaboratively to address the challenges.

Psychology FAQs

Have a question? Take a look below… these are some of the common questions we get.

Absolutely. Many people we work with don’t have a diagnosis — they just know something feels off. Whether you’re dealing with uncertainty, relationship struggles, or feeling overwhelmed, therapy doesn’t depend on a diagnosis.

Most definitely. We’ve been around the traps a while, and our clinicians have experience in treating a large range of difficulties. Get in touch with us to see who might be the best fit.

Yes – in fact, that’s really common. Mental health challenges don’t always come in nice neat boxes, so we take a holistic, person-centred approach to thoroughly assess the presenting concern at the outset.

We sure can. We are passionate about working with people with complex mental health challenges who otherwise may not have access to private services. We strongly encourage contacting us first so that we can match you with the right psychologist.

Not at all. While some of the ways we think about ourselves and the world can become deeply ingrained, it’s never too late to understand yourself better and start making changes. Many clients tell us they wish they’d started sooner – and are glad they eventually did.