Psychological Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
282 Payneham Road, Payneham, SA 5070
Let's Connect (08) 7008 7715
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to supportively collaborate with you to navigate through developmental, behavioural, mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
I have worked across sectors including domestic violence, rape & sexual assault, child, adolescent & adult community mental health, youth justice, hospitals, public & private practice. During this time I trained in & practiced CBT, CPT, DBT, ACT, EFT, IPT, MI, TIC, EMDR, & Mindfulness to support you to reduce stress & increase coping, enjoyment & wellbeing.
Everyone’s psychology and path are uniquely their own. I provide compassionate, collaborative support & expert guidance for navigating life’s challenges, trauma, parenting, attachment, neurodiversity & trauma recovery. This holistic approach recognises these experiences often intertwine, creating complex tapestries of strength and resilience.
Call or Email Psychological Therapy Services now for a free 15 minute consultation - (08) 7008 7715
Let's Connect (08) 7008 7715
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Bupa
- Medicare Rebates
- NDIS
Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (08) 7008 7715
Psychological Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Melissa Stokes
- In Practice for 33 Years
- Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
- Degree/Diploma from Monash University in Psychology (BA) Bachelor of Arts (Psychology / Sociology) / 2003
- Social Work, Mental Health and Counselling, Master of Social Work (Qualifying), Graduated 2018
Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Melissa Stokes
Expertise and Interests
Top Expertise
- Trauma and PTSD
- Parenting
- Child
Practice Areas
- Adolescents 12+
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Testing and Evaluation
- Thinking Disorders
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Positive Psychology
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (08) 7008 7715
Psychological Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW