The Psychology of Self-Sabotage: Why We Get in Our Own Way
April 18, 2025
Most of us have experienced moments where we’ve felt like our biggest obstacle.
At Cova Psychology, we offer high-quality, evidence-based therapy that’s reflective of your needs. We’ll help connect you with the psychologist who’s the right fit.
We support a wide range of concerns, with particular focus in:
In-person sessions are available in Melbourne CBD, with telehealth options across Australia.
Our psychologists in Melbourne work with adults, adolescents, and families, providing evidenced-based therapy for anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, ADHD, and relationship challenges. Whether you’re seeking help with specific concerns or need guidance on improving your mental well-being, our team is here to support you.
Finding a psychologist in Melbourne doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. We take the time to understand your needs and match you with the right therapist. Research shows that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to achieving meaningful, lasting change, and we prioritise creating a space where you feel heard and supported.
Meet our team of psychologists and clinical psychologists in Melbourne.
Medicare rebates available for eligible clients.
Our Melbourne clinical psychologists offer a variety of evidence-based therapy options, including:
The latest psychological research informs our work, ensuring you receive the most effective treatment possible. Your input helps shape a therapy plan that works best for you.
Our caring psychologists provide trauma-informed care, acknowledges that past experiences can influence mood and mental health. Whether you’re addressing trauma, PTSD, or other emotional challenges, our psychologists create a supportive environment to help you heal, process trauma, learn coping skills, and build resilience.
Cova Psychology is a Melbourne psychology clinic founded by clinical psychologists Sarah Valentine and Chris Coleiro. As directors, Sarah and Chris are actively involved in shaping the practice, ensuring high standards of care across all aspects of therapy.
Our psychologists in Melbourne work with a broad range of mental health concerns, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual. We regularly seek client feedback to refine our services and provide effective, compassionate support.
We offer clinical supervision for psychologists and clinical psychologists in Melbourne. Our senior clinical psychologists provide mentorship and guidance, equipping therapists with the tools they need to offer the best treatment possible.
We take the time to understand your unique mental health needs and match you with a Melbourne psychologist from our team. Together, you and your psychologist will create a personalised treatment plan to achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Most of us have experienced moments where we’ve felt like our biggest obstacle.
At Cova Psychology, many of the individuals we work with have experienced trauma in some form—sometimes in childhood, sometimes more recently, and often without initially recognising it as trauma.
One of the most common questions people ask when considering therapy is: “How long will this take?” It’s a completely understandable question.
Call us today to discuss your needs and connect with a psychologist from our Melbourne team.
Don't let your struggles hold you back. Call us.
Let’s discuss your needs and match you with the right Melbourne psychologist.
Let’s discuss your needs and match you with the right Melbourne psychologist
Acknowledgement of Country
Cova Psychology acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land where our Melbourne CBD practice is located—the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong/Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation. We pay respect to their Elders, past and present, as well as the Elders of other Aboriginal communities in Melbourne and beyond.
We Welcome all People
We Work With
We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which the practice is located. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today.
