- Relational psychodynamic work
- Trauma-informed methods
- Mentalisation-based therapy
About Marie-Louise
Marie-Louise Carmody is a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) with nine years of experience. She works with people coping with stress, anxiety and depression and with related issues such as relationship difficulties and feeling disconnected from others.
She listens for the patterns that repeat across relationships and life choices. When people describe feeling stuck, misunderstood or emotionally drained, she helps them notice where those patterns began and how they keep showing up now. Conversations are grounded and focused on everyday life, not on clinical jargon.
Her practice draws on relational psychodynamic ideas, trauma-informed ways of working and mentalisation-based therapy alongside other evidence-based techniques. That means sessions often look at early experiences, how people make sense of others, and ways to manage strong emotions in the moment. The aim is clearer self-understanding rather than quick fixes.
She pays particular attention to complex trauma, attachment difficulties and emotional regulation. That includes work with long-standing relationship problems, feelings of emptiness, shame, dissociation and impulsivity. Where needed, practical strategies are discussed alongside exploration of relationship history.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to the person’s needs. People do not need to have answers before starting; the focus is on noticing patterns, developing clearer emotional responses and building more reliable ways of relating to others.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Relational psychodynamic work focuses on patterns in relationships and how past experiences affect present feelings. In an online context this means talking about repeated reactions and relationships, and noticing how those patterns show up in conversations during sessions.Trauma-informed methods concentrate on understanding and managing strong emotional responses and the impact of past hurt. Online sessions can be used to practise calming strategies, name sensations and slowly build comfort discussing painful memories.
Mentalisation-based therapy helps people understand their own and others' thoughts and feelings more clearly. Online conversations can include real-time reflection on misunderstandings and planning small steps to test different ways of relating.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs and collaborate with the client to find what fits best rather than imposing one method.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. It also lets people focus on the specific interpersonal issues they want to change while working with an appropriately registered therapist.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety and depression and related matters such as attachment difficulties, isolation, guilt and shame.
How would she approach my social anxiety?
She uses relational and trauma-informed approaches to explore patterns that make social situations hard, combined with strategies to manage strong emotions in the moment.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience as a Clinical Psychologist working in Australia.
What professional credentials does she hold?
She is listed with AHPRA and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Which languages and locations are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she practices in Australia; international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.
How does cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are arranged via a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.