Perri Ashton, registered psychologist in Thornbury

About Perri

I believe therapy begins with feeling safe enough to be yourself. Creating a warm space, free of judgement, is at the heart of my practice.

It is a genuine privilege to hear people's stories and to be invited into such personal parts of their lives. I don't see my role as having all the answers. Instead, I see myself as a guide, helping you better understand yourself and discover new ways of moving forward.

I am a registered Educational and Developmental Psychologist working with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma-related concerns, life transitions, and challenges related to identity, relationships, and self-understanding. My developmental lens means I consider the experiences, relationships, and environments that have shaped who you are today, while also supporting growth and change in the present.

I frequently work with neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals from a strengths-based, affirming perspective. My approach draws on EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness-based approaches, tailoring therapy to your individual needs and goals.

Format

Wednesday sessions are currently via telehealth.
Thursday sessions are held in person at 622 High Street, Thornbury VIC.

Each session is 50 minutes in length.


  • Anxiety (generalised, social, panic, phobias)

  • Depression and mood

  • Neurodivergent adults exploring identity and strengths

  • Trauma, including complex PTSD

  • Life adjustments and transitions

  • Parenting

  • Perfectionism

  • People-pleasing tendencies

Areas of Support


  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Schema Therapy

  • Mindfulness

  • Attachment Theory

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Approaches