Mr Brydan Xavier (He/Him)

Registered Psychologist

“Male psychologist with experience in community, forensic, and private practice settings. I work with adults from all backgrounds and presentations, and have a particular interest working with expats and LGBTIQA+ community, those impacted by trauma, and gender and sexuality issues.”

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About Me

I am a Registered Psychologist in Prahran, Victoria, Australia, working with individuals. I help people address abuse, addiction, life transitions and mood disorders. I offer LGBTQI+ support and use ACT, CBT and EMDR in sessions.

Approach

As a member of the LGBT community, Brydan is particularly focused on supporting LGBT individuals. In Australia, he works with adults, those in rural and regional areas, and the LGBT community. His practice is based in Australia, but he travels regularly to Vietnam and other Asian countries to provide in-person support, complemented by online therapy and consultations.

Brydan believes in the power of empathy, respect, and collaboration in the therapeutic process. He works closely with his clients to build resilience, promote self-awareness, and develop the skills necessary for managing mental health effectively.

Brydan's approach is client-centered, ensuring that each individual's unique needs and experiences are at the forefront of their treatment. He is:

person-centred
inclusive
gender-affirming
HIV / STI friendly
trauma-informed
neurodiversity affirming

He has an eclectic therapeutic style using a variety of evidence-based treatments including:

Cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT)
Eye-Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) (1.0 + 2.0)
Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Psychoanalytic and psychodynamic
Mindfulness

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Basic Information

Melbourne, Australia

In-person & Online

Services

Psychological counselling, assessment, and reports. EMDR trauma treatment.

To schedule a free 15 minute online introductory call - https://www.globalmindspsychology.com/new-client-request-form

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
Learn more about ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
Learn more about Mindfulness
CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a therapy that uses guided eye movements to help the brain process and integrate traumatic memories.
Learn more about EMDR

Works With:

Adults
Communities
Groups
Individuals
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
Learn more about Life Transitions
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
Learn more about Mood Disorder
LGBTQI+ Support
The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.
Sexual Issues
Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
Learn more about Trauma