Dr Celeste Merrigan is a Clinical Psychologist and Psychologist based in Kew, VIC. She works from Suite 507, 1 Princess Street, Kew VIC 3101.
Dr Merrigan provides individual therapy for adults and young people who want help sorting out what’s been going on in their head and day-to-day life. That might be stress that won’t quit, feeling stuck, low mood, anxiety, or just the feeling that life has become too much to handle on your own.
She also offers couples therapy. In many cases, couples come in because communication has become tense, conflicts keep repeating, or trust and closeness have taken a hit. Therapy can help both people slow things down, understand what’s driving the cycle, and find ways to talk that feel safer.
Family therapy is another part of her work. When the whole household is under strain, it can be hard for everyone to feel heard. Sessions focus on how family members interact, how stress moves through the home, and what changes might help people feel more supported.
Her sessions often use behavioural therapy and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT). These approaches are practical. They look at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours connect, then work on small, doable steps. At times, that means learning new ways to cope with anxiety, breaking out of unhelpful patterns, and building routines that make life feel more manageable.
Over time, Dr Merrigan’s work has helped people build better insight into their own triggers and responses. She aims to keep things clear and steady, so sessions don’t feel like a big performance or a confusing lesson. It’s more like having a safe space to untangle what’s happening, then putting a plan together that fits real life.
Dr Merrigan has psychology training and keeps her practice grounded in what works for people. She also understands that everyone’s situation is different, so sessions can be adjusted to suit what you bring in—whether that’s recent changes, long-standing patterns, or a mix of both.
If you’re not sure where to start, her focus on individual, couples, and family work means she can often help people find the right next step for their circumstances.