Anxiety Therapists Available in Melbourne
This page is for people in Melbourne seeking online therapy for anxiety who want to compare licensed Florida clinicians. Use it to review therapists’ specialties, approaches, and experience with anxiety, such as CBT, exposure, mindfulness, or medication coordination. Check each profile for age groups served, communication style, and session format (video, phone, or messaging). A Florida license covers the whole state, so therapists listed here are available to clients in Melbourne regardless of city boundaries. This directory does not include payment or scheduling details, so contact a therapist’s profile to learn more about their practice and whether they might be a fit for your needs.
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1. Daniele Trevathan, LMHC
Skills-based support for anxiety, trauma, and recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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2. Victoria Naginsky, LMHC, LPCC
Supportive therapy for change, healing, and resilience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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3. David Powell, LCSW
LCSW guiding clients through life challenges
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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4. Matthew Houff, LMHC
Support for young adults in life transitions
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
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5. Dr. Judith Evitt, LMHC, LPC
Doctoral-level therapist for trauma and recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Existential Therapy
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6. Nita Scott, LMFT
Relationship-focused therapy with seasoned support
Works with Family · Intimacy-related issues · Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · LGBT
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7. Tracy Mark, LMHC
Florida LMHC supporting stress and relationships
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Parenting · Self esteem · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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8. Bonnie Christensen, LMHC
Support for the dependable person who feels depleted
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Grief · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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9. Matthew Mulock, LCSW
Trauma-informed therapy with practical tools
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression
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10. Margaret Johnston, LMHC
Inclusive, trauma-supportive therapy grounded in deep listening
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy
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11. Dr. Mary Torok, LMHC
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression
Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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12. Penny Howland, LCSW
Experienced, adaptable support for life’s toughest transitions
Works with Addictions · Relationship · Grief · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Psychodynamic Therapy
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13. Thomas Dukes, LMHC
Experienced guidance for mental health and recovery
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Grief · Depression
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14. Dr. Douglas Rodriguez, LMHC
Florida LMHC with 25 years experience
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · Relationship · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Motivational Interviewing · Solution-Focused Therapy
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15. Kathleen Tilman, LCSW
Compassionate, tailored support for meaningful change
Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Self esteem · Depression · Coping with life changes
Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Internal Family Systems
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About anxiety therapy for people in Melbourne
Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Melbourne can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.
2,396 therapists match this page, all of whom name anxiety among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.
What to compare
- Credential. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
- Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
- What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
- Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
- Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.
How online sessions work
Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.
Therapy in Melbourne
Melbourne has a population of about 84,678. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.
Common questions
How do I choose between therapists who list anxiety as a specialty?
Look for descriptions of the therapist’s approaches to anxiety, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure work, or mindfulness-based techniques. Note the age groups and symptom focus they mention. Read client-facing language about how they handle panic, social anxiety, or generalized worry. If that information isn’t clear, use the therapist’s profile contact option to ask about their experience with your specific anxiety concerns before booking.
Can I see a therapist in Melbourne even if they’re licensed elsewhere in Florida?
Yes. A Florida license covers the whole state, so therapists licensed in Florida can provide online services to clients in Melbourne. You don’t need the therapist to be based in your city. Focus instead on clinical fit, therapeutic approach, and whether their expertise matches the type of anxiety you’re seeking help for.
What questions should I ask a therapist about treating panic attacks or severe anxiety?
Ask about their experience treating panic attacks, common techniques they use, and how they handle crisis situations during treatment. Inquire about session structure, homework or between-session practices, and whether they work with any medical providers. Clarify what short-term vs. longer-term care might look like for your symptoms so you can compare options across therapist profiles.
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