Our approach to therapy sessions
In therapy sessions we work with people from all walks of life, recognizing that each of us is a unique part of something much bigger. Our identities, relationships, struggles, and opportunities are all shaped by the systems and environments we move through. Together, we explore how these layers connect and impact how we see ourselves and the world around us.
The goal is to create a choice:
Do we want to keep repeating the same patterns? Or are we ready to learn how to create new ones?
We take a trauma-informed approach, which means our first priority is building a safe, respectful space where we can work together. Here we’ll make room for your goals, your story, and the changes you want to see. Whether it’s about personal growth or improving relationships, or both, we’ll move forward in a way that feels sustainable, grounded, and true to you.
We draw on a variety of interventions tailored for individual clients including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Acceptance Committment Therapy
Mindfulness-based CBT
Schema Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Multisystemic Therapy
Somatic Therapy
Please note our principle psychologist, Madeline Black is on leave until September 2025.
Bookings ahead of time are now open.
Interested in a session?
Whether you’re booking for yourself or someone you care for, we understand therapy is personal and want to ensure you feel we’re the right fit. We offer a free 15 minute phone or video call before booking to help.
Psychologist
Madeline Black
BAPsychSC, GDipPsychSci, MProfPsych
Hi I’m Madeline, founder of Sonder Peninsula Psychology.
I take a compassionate and down-to-earth approach to therapy, grounded in evidence-based practice. My work is shaped by years of supporting people across all stages of life, cultural backgrounds, and creating an LGBTQIA+ friendly space. I value offering practical, thoughtful and collaborative care that meets people where they’re at.
My background ranges various settings including schools, aged care, in-home family therapy, neurodivergent settings and forensic mental health supporting young people involved with the justice system.
Whilst youth mental health and family functioning remain passions of mine. I am currently broadening my focus and welcoming clients across the lifespan whom may be experiencing the following:
Depression and anxiety
Stress
Adjustment and life transitions
Challenges in personal relationships
Disruptive or maladaptive behaviours at school, home or in community
Parenting difficulties
Grief and loss