CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES
Please note that Dr Guha’s therapy books are currently closed, will re-open in January 2027.
Dr Ahona Guha is a clinical and forensic psychologist who provides therapy to adults in Brunswick, Melbourne, and via telehealth across Victoria & Australia. She has specific expertise in the treatment of trauma and abuse, vicarious and occupational trauma, and the mental health of psychologists, doctors, nurses, other health professionals and first responders.
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What is clinical psychology?
A clinical psychologist is trained to assess, diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including complex and longstanding difficulties. Mental illness often involves distressing changes in how a person thinks, feels, behaves or relates to others. Good mental health is more than the absence of illness. It also means psychological wellbeing.
Dr Guha works with every client on both aims: reducing the symptoms that brought you to therapy, and building a meaningful life.
Areas of focus
Trauma and abuse. Therapy for adults who have experienced childhood abuse, family or domestic violence, sexual violence, bullying, or other traumatic events, including complex and relational trauma. Dr Guha is also the author of Reclaim, a guide to understanding complex trauma, abuse and those who harm others (please note this book is not a replacement for professional therapy).
Vicarious and occupational trauma. Support for health professionals, emergency responders and others in helping roles who are affected by exposure to others’ distress, repeated critical incidents or workplace stress.
Religious abuse and cult recovery. A safe and informed space for people leaving or recovering from high-control religious groups and cults.
Stalking and relationship harm. Support for people who have been stalked, harassed or harmed by someone close to them.
Anxiety, burnout, perfectionism and depression. Evidence-based treatment for generalised and social anxiety, stress and burnout, perfectionism, and depressive disorders.
Also works with: bipolar and other mood disorders, OCD, disordered eating and body image concerns, grief and loss, substance use, boundary difficulties, workplace difficulties, caring-role stress, and neurodivergent adults.
Dr Guha does not work with
Dr Guha does not provide forensic intervention, which includes offence-specific treatment, court-ordered or mandated programs, and risk-management programs for people who have engaged in harmful behaviour toward others. She is also unable to work with acute risk presentations.
How Dr Guha works
Dr Guha’s practice is built on warmth, respect, collaboration and evidence-based care. She matches the therapy to the difficulty, rather than applying one approach to everyone. She is trained in:
Schema therapy, for deep-rooted patterns that began early in life and keep repeating in relationships
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) and EMDR, structured treatments for PTSD and trauma. Dr Guha is trained in the standard EMDR protocol and EMDR 2.0 (Dutch protocol).
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), for building a life around your values while making room for difficult feelings
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), for emotion regulation and distress tolerance
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), for anxiety, depression and unhelpful thinking patterns
She often blends elements of these. Dr Guha sees therapy as a relationship built over time, though she can also provide shorter-term work. She is committed to keeping her practice safe and accessible for people with marginalised identities.
Who therapy works best for
Dr Guha works well with adults (aged 25+) who have some understanding of what they want from therapy, are willing to tolerate some discomfort in pursuit of a meaningful life, can commit to regular sessions, hold personal accountability for change, and are open to doing some work between sessions.
What to expect
Enquire. Send a message through the enquiry form. Dr Guha will usually respond within 48 hours. Her therapy books are currently closed.
First 2 sessions. We’ll talk through what’s brought you in, your history and goals, and agree on a plan together.
Ongoing therapy. Regular sessions, with a plan reviewed together over time.
Location, days and fees
Where: Brunswick, Melbourne (address provided on booking), or telehealth
When: Tuesdays and Fridays in person or via telehealth, and Mondays via telehealth
Business hours session: $260
After-hours session: $280
Medicare: Rebates are available under the Better Access scheme for clients in Australia with a GP or psychiatrist referral (such as a Mental Health Treatment Plan). The current rebate is $149.05.
Letters and reports requested outside of sessions incur an additional fee.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. Sessions are available by telehealth on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays to clients located in Australia.
Do I need a referral?
You don’t need one to book, but you need a GP or psychiatrist referral (such as a Mental Health Treatment Plan or Eating Disorder Plan) to claim the Medicare rebate.
Do you work with first responders and health professionals?
Yes. This is one of Dr Guha’s areas of focus, including vicarious and occupational trauma.
Do you accept WorkCover referrals?
Only in specific circumstances and by prior arrangement. Please email Dr Guha if you are seeking this.
Do you offer after-hours appointments?
After hours appointments are limited and are currently booked out.
Do you provide ADHD or autism assessments?
No. Dr Guha provides therapy for neurodivergent adults but does not provide ADHD or autism assessments.
Do you provide treatment for people who have engaged in harmful behaviour?
In private practice, Dr Guha provides forensic assessment but not forensic treatment or intervention. See the section above and her forensic psychology page.
What if I’m in crisis?
Dr Guha does not provide support for acute suicidal risk, or crisis support between sessions. Nor does she offer between sessions contact. If you need urgent support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14, Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467, or 000 in an emergency.
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