Deborah Gray is a Registered Psychologist based in Coburg, Melbourne, who specialises in community psychology. Currently pursuing her endorsement in Community Psychology, she has a strong foundation in psychology from Deakin University and community psychology from Victoria University. With a prior background as an Accountant and Business Systems Analyst, Deborah brings a unique perspective to her practice.

Deborah’s approach is rooted in community psychology values, emphasising respect for cultural and human diversity, and fostering individual, family, and community empowerment. She utilises a contextual analysis that explores the sociocultural and ecological factors contributing to psychosocial stress, distress, and trauma.

Deborah provides a range of psychological services, including:

• Trauma therapies: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and Internal Family Systems Therapy (commonly known as “Parts Therapy”)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Transdiagnostic CBT
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Schema Therapy
• Narrative Therapy
• Strengths-Based Therapy
• Solutions-Focused Therapy
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy
• Mindfulness Techniques
• Compassion-Focused Therapies
• Motivational Interviewing
• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) assessments

Deborah has extensive experience supporting clients across the lifespan, from childhood through to older adulthood. Her practice includes:

• Supporting adults facing stress, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and career development.
• Assisting adults with disabilities, including neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and intellectual disabilities, as well as psychosocial disabilities.
• Addressing mental health challenges in adults, including anxiety disorders, major depressive disorder, co-occurring anxiety and mood disorders, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex PTSD, sleep disorders, somatic and dissociative symptoms, and addictions.
• Supporting parents and caregivers of children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental conditions, mental health challenges, school attendance issues, substance misuse, and bullying, as well as career education and development.
• Supporting the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers.
• Promoting healthy aging across the lifespan, assisting individuals during transitional periods such as moving out of home, transitioning from secondary school to study or work, and navigating retirement, including support for older adults with the MyAgedCare system.
• Providing support for adults with dementia and their families.
• Assisting adults experiencing chronic pain and those affected by cancer, along with their family members.

Deborah’s holistic approach ensures that clients receive compassionate and comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs.

Deborah is committed to offering accessible mental health services in Coburg and is available for support under Medicare, Worksafe, TAC, and NDIS systems, as well as private clients.

As a member of various professional organisations, including the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS), the APS College of Community Psychologists, and the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA), Deborah adheres to the highest standards of professional practice.

In her free time, Deborah enjoys gardening, reading, music, watching films, and engaging in fiber arts and textiles. She values time spent with family and friends, contributing to her holistic approach to mental health and well-being.