Dr. Matt Cottrell
Clinical Psychologist
B.A., Grad. Dip. (Psych), DPsych (Clinical), MAPS, FCCLP
Advanced Level Certified Individual Schema Therapist

Welcome to the practice of Dr Matt Cottrell, a highly experienced clinical psychologist based in Melbourne, he has been working for over 16 years with individuals with a focus on trauma-related anxiety and depression. Dr Cottrell is dedicated to helping individuals uncover their own solutions to challenges and providing the support needed to navigate through them. Through a comprehensive assessment and a collaborative therapeutic relationship, Dr Cottrell aims to establish a secure and trustworthy environment to address underlying difficulties. Specializing in schema therapy, he is committed to assisting individuals in managing both emotional and cognitive patterns that contribute to ongoing mental health issues.
With over a decade of experience at The Victoria Clinic, Dr Cottrell has managed inpatient services, facilitated outpatient groups, and supervised post-graduate students from major Melbourne universities. His practice caters to individuals dealing with a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, relationship difficulties, and work-related problems.
Dr Cottrell is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and holds a clinical endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia. As an advanced level supervisor certified individual schema therapist, he also provides clinical supervision to psychologists.