Counselling in 2021

Photo of Amelia Walker - Amelia Walker Counselling, Counsellor, PACFA
Amelia Walker Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Understanding how you experience the world is central to my work as a therapist. I am interested how feelings and thoughts can manifest in our bodies. Gentle exploration of these somatic responses can assist in deeper understanding of our emotional world. Working together, I would support you toward your self-acceptance of challenging thoughts and feelings. Alongside my private practice, I work with a national not-for-profit supporting parents experiencing antenatal and postnatal anxiety, depression and adjustment to parenthood - as a spokesperson, managing clinical intake and clinical writing.
Understanding how you experience the world is central to my work as a therapist. I am interested how feelings and thoughts can manifest in our bodies. Gentle exploration of these somatic responses can assist in deeper understanding of our emotional world. Working together, I would support you toward your self-acceptance of challenging thoughts and feelings. Alongside my private practice, I work with a national not-for-profit supporting parents experiencing antenatal and postnatal anxiety, depression and adjustment to parenthood - as a spokesperson, managing clinical intake and clinical writing.
(02) 8074 1904 View (02) 8074 1904
Photo of Liela Vergara, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Liela Vergara
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
0427 498 242 View 0427 498 242
Photo of Chloe Smith, Psychologist, PsyBA General
Chloe Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I use a warm and empathic approach to establish strong rapport with my clients while providing a non-judgemental and secure space. I work with: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional regulation, Suicide intervention and prevention, Self-harm, Child behavioural difficulties, Grief and loss, Self-esteem, Stress management, School issues and Interpersonal difficulties.
I work with children, adolescents and adults. I use a warm and empathic approach to establish strong rapport with my clients while providing a non-judgemental and secure space. I work with: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional regulation, Suicide intervention and prevention, Self-harm, Child behavioural difficulties, Grief and loss, Self-esteem, Stress management, School issues and Interpersonal difficulties.
(02) 9158 6376 View (02) 9158 6376
Photo of Dr Amelia Sarah Haines, MBBS
Dr Amelia Sarah Haines
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am a medical practitioner interested in caring for the body, mind and the connection between them. I have worked in sexual health, mental health and relationship therapy for over 20 years. Trained in focused psychological strategies, I am also a qualified mediator.
I am a medical practitioner interested in caring for the body, mind and the connection between them. I have worked in sexual health, mental health and relationship therapy for over 20 years. Trained in focused psychological strategies, I am also a qualified mediator.
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Photo of Martina Palombi, Social Worker, AMHSW
Martina Palombi
Social Worker, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with couples, families, adults, parents and adolescents in a calm space outside of everyday pressures. People often come to me because their relationships are triggering emotional pain and they feel lost. Therapy is about finding new ways to think and relate to your problems and act accordingly. Change can come about when you become less reactive and get more thoughtful. With the assistance of a neutral person (therapist) you can grow yourself and find ways to manage what previously felt impossible to tolerate in both yourself and your relationships.
I work with couples, families, adults, parents and adolescents in a calm space outside of everyday pressures. People often come to me because their relationships are triggering emotional pain and they feel lost. Therapy is about finding new ways to think and relate to your problems and act accordingly. Change can come about when you become less reactive and get more thoughtful. With the assistance of a neutral person (therapist) you can grow yourself and find ways to manage what previously felt impossible to tolerate in both yourself and your relationships.
(02) 9541 8402 View (02) 9541 8402
Photo of Linda Bartolone, Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Linda Bartolone
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sydney CBD Counsellor supporting high-achieving women experiencing anxiety, burnout and chronic overthinking. You might look capable and composed on the outside, but internally feel wired, exhausted or stuck in overdrive. Many of the women I work with are used to holding everything together, at work, in relationships and for their families, while quietly carrying overwhelm, self-pressure and emotional fatigue. Therapy offers a space to slow down, untangle patterns of overthinking and people-pleasing, calm your nervous system and build a steadier, more sustainable way of functioning.
Sydney CBD Counsellor supporting high-achieving women experiencing anxiety, burnout and chronic overthinking. You might look capable and composed on the outside, but internally feel wired, exhausted or stuck in overdrive. Many of the women I work with are used to holding everything together, at work, in relationships and for their families, while quietly carrying overwhelm, self-pressure and emotional fatigue. Therapy offers a space to slow down, untangle patterns of overthinking and people-pleasing, calm your nervous system and build a steadier, more sustainable way of functioning.
0468 008 048 View 0468 008 048
Photo of Martine Barclay, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Martine Barclay
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
If you are feeling overwhelmed by juggling all the demands of your busy life and you're constantly checking if you're enough to meet your own high standards or the expectations of others, then you're in the right place. No doubt you're starting to feel exhausted by the stress and anxiety that is building up inside you and you may have even adopted some unhelpful habits to help you cope.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by juggling all the demands of your busy life and you're constantly checking if you're enough to meet your own high standards or the expectations of others, then you're in the right place. No doubt you're starting to feel exhausted by the stress and anxiety that is building up inside you and you may have even adopted some unhelpful habits to help you cope.
0427 357 607 View 0427 357 607
Photo of Jordan Wainer, Psychologist, MAPS
Jordan Wainer
Psychologist, MAPS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
In my work I have found that people are often exploring how to heal, how to hold overwhelming experience, how to find some relief and understanding in the midst of psychological distress, how to manage complexity in relationships. Each person has their own reasons for seeking therapy and their own sense of what they would like the process to provide. My commitment is to offer a confidential space where I listen to you with care and respect and where we work together to understand what you are experiencing.
In my work I have found that people are often exploring how to heal, how to hold overwhelming experience, how to find some relief and understanding in the midst of psychological distress, how to manage complexity in relationships. Each person has their own reasons for seeking therapy and their own sense of what they would like the process to provide. My commitment is to offer a confidential space where I listen to you with care and respect and where we work together to understand what you are experiencing.
(02) 9100 0296 View (02) 9100 0296
Photo of Jodie Lowinger - The Anxiety Clinic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
The Anxiety Clinic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
The Anxiety Clinic Team are a group of dedicated Clinical and Registered Psychologists who are available in-person or online to assist you with anxiety, burnout, depression, low mood and all areas of mental health. We use the evidence-based therapy methods to help you reach your goals. We treat adults, kids and teens.
The Anxiety Clinic Team are a group of dedicated Clinical and Registered Psychologists who are available in-person or online to assist you with anxiety, burnout, depression, low mood and all areas of mental health. We use the evidence-based therapy methods to help you reach your goals. We treat adults, kids and teens.
(02) 9100 0386 View (02) 9100 0386
Photo of Xanthe Katsouras, Psychotherapist, PsychD, PACFA
Xanthe Katsouras
Psychotherapist, PsychD, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling to find a balance in your life? do you feel out of control, even though you keep trying to take charge? Are you successful, yet find you're not happy, feel flat, though it all looks good on paper. You have tried different things or tried nothing, afraid to go there. This is usually an invitation towards change. It is not always convenient or comfortable, yet it is unavoidable, as often we have been feeling like this for some time. Asking for help is an act of courage, a willingness to go where you have not before.
Are you struggling to find a balance in your life? do you feel out of control, even though you keep trying to take charge? Are you successful, yet find you're not happy, feel flat, though it all looks good on paper. You have tried different things or tried nothing, afraid to go there. This is usually an invitation towards change. It is not always convenient or comfortable, yet it is unavoidable, as often we have been feeling like this for some time. Asking for help is an act of courage, a willingness to go where you have not before.
(02) 9100 0085 View (02) 9100 0085
Photo of Eleanor Clifford, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Eleanor Clifford
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
A special interest of mine is in social issues, women's issues, LGBTQIA+, gender and sexuality. I work with a wide range of clients, for all sorts of presentations including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and emotion regulation difficulties.
A special interest of mine is in social issues, women's issues, LGBTQIA+, gender and sexuality. I work with a wide range of clients, for all sorts of presentations including anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, and emotion regulation difficulties.
(02) 8320 0566 View (02) 8320 0566
Photo of Carla Ross, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Carla Ross
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I have seen the great value of therapy and how it can help in creating deep and meaningful change in people's lives. My therapy approach is guided by schema therapy, ACT, and CBT and my priority is in creating a sense of safety and connection within my clients.
As an experienced clinical psychologist, I have seen the great value of therapy and how it can help in creating deep and meaningful change in people's lives. My therapy approach is guided by schema therapy, ACT, and CBT and my priority is in creating a sense of safety and connection within my clients.
(02) 9158 6123 View (02) 9158 6123
Photo of Andrea Szasz - Brave Therapy TM, Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Brave Therapy TM
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? You could be feeling depressed, maybe you suffer from anxiety. You might feel overwhelmed by your emotions at times. Sadness. Anger. Confusion. Sometimes they all mix together into one big negative feeling that threatens to overtake you. Or, maybe you just feel numb–you go about your life… like you are living in a daze not knowing what you feel or what you want. Maybe you feel simply just not good enough.
(02) 9100 0322 View (02) 9100 0322
Photo of Lesley Bainbridge, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Lesley Bainbridge
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Paddington, NSW 2021
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a Psychologist for 24 years . I see clients struggling with Depression; Anxiety ; Stress related issues; Emotional eating & eating disorders; , ADHD ; Crisis and Trauma .
I have been a Psychologist for 24 years . I see clients struggling with Depression; Anxiety ; Stress related issues; Emotional eating & eating disorders; , ADHD ; Crisis and Trauma .
(02) 9100 0741 View (02) 9100 0741
Photo of Daniel Cohn, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Daniel Cohn
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist who brings a warm and compassionate approach to my work with the aim of creating a therapeutic space in which each person feels respected and understood. Together we can examine how your problems have come about, help you understand your internal world more deeply, and provide you with the opportunity to take action to make meaningful changes. Many people benefit from therapy by learning to recognise and handle painful feelings, building their capacity to cope with stress, and cultivating new ways to thrive in their relationships, work, and lives.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who brings a warm and compassionate approach to my work with the aim of creating a therapeutic space in which each person feels respected and understood. Together we can examine how your problems have come about, help you understand your internal world more deeply, and provide you with the opportunity to take action to make meaningful changes. Many people benefit from therapy by learning to recognise and handle painful feelings, building their capacity to cope with stress, and cultivating new ways to thrive in their relationships, work, and lives.
0412 555 439 View 0412 555 439
Photo of Dominique Smajstr, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Dominique Smajstr
Psychotherapist, PACFA
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults seeking to understand emotional conflicts, relationship struggles, and deeper psychological concerns. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, you’ll have time to slow down, reflect, and feel. I welcome all parts of you to be seen and heard. Together, we can explore how past relationships and emotional wounds may be shaping your present, as well as dive into life’s deeper questions and existential concerns—creating a space to think deeply about what truly matters to you and to move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I offer individual psychotherapy for adults seeking to understand emotional conflicts, relationship struggles, and deeper psychological concerns. In a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space, you’ll have time to slow down, reflect, and feel. I welcome all parts of you to be seen and heard. Together, we can explore how past relationships and emotional wounds may be shaping your present, as well as dive into life’s deeper questions and existential concerns—creating a space to think deeply about what truly matters to you and to move toward a more authentic, fulfilling life.
(02) 9100 0659 View (02) 9100 0659
Photo of Jo-Anne Baker, Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Jo-Anne Baker
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Online Only
I support clients in area's of mental health, sexual, relationship, couples issues, grief and loss, workers comp, career transition, to building resilience, changing habits and heal. I draw on a holistic approach integrating Physical Wellness (diet, nutrition and exercise), Mental Wellness (lowering anxiety & depression) and Neuroplaticity techniques also when appropriate using CBT, mindfulness techniques of meditation, relaxation and self-hypnosis. I have worked both in the corporate and private sectors.
I support clients in area's of mental health, sexual, relationship, couples issues, grief and loss, workers comp, career transition, to building resilience, changing habits and heal. I draw on a holistic approach integrating Physical Wellness (diet, nutrition and exercise), Mental Wellness (lowering anxiety & depression) and Neuroplaticity techniques also when appropriate using CBT, mindfulness techniques of meditation, relaxation and self-hypnosis. I have worked both in the corporate and private sectors.
0402 033 726 View 0402 033 726
Photo of Fiona Ziebell, Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Fiona Ziebell
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
When was the last time you invested in your most valuable asset – YOU? Offering you a safe & supportive space to explore your current experience of life, our session together will enhance your personal awareness, help clarify your values and assist you in aligning your reality with your preferred way of being for a more satisfying and meaningful existence.
When was the last time you invested in your most valuable asset – YOU? Offering you a safe & supportive space to explore your current experience of life, our session together will enhance your personal awareness, help clarify your values and assist you in aligning your reality with your preferred way of being for a more satisfying and meaningful existence.
(02) 9100 0838 View (02) 9100 0838
Photo of Kate Evans, Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Kate Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I am mindful of creating a safe, non-judgemental environment as a clinical psychologist who draws upon evidence based therapies to empower my clients to build self-awareness and improve their quality of life. I support clients in processing their emotions, developing a better understanding of who they are and how best to break free from negative life patterns that have exacerbated their psychological challenges. I also have extensive experience in parenting and child behaviour concerns. I work collaboratively with parents to identify and address child behaviour and emotional needs to help your child and manage your own wellbeing.
I am mindful of creating a safe, non-judgemental environment as a clinical psychologist who draws upon evidence based therapies to empower my clients to build self-awareness and improve their quality of life. I support clients in processing their emotions, developing a better understanding of who they are and how best to break free from negative life patterns that have exacerbated their psychological challenges. I also have extensive experience in parenting and child behaviour concerns. I work collaboratively with parents to identify and address child behaviour and emotional needs to help your child and manage your own wellbeing.
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Photo of Christie Wilson, Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Christie Wilson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
The climate and ecological crisis can cause a range of mental health issues including, grief, anxiety, trauma, and feelings of anger and despair. However, it can also prompt people to re-evaluate their lives, vision meaningful change, and turn sadness into positive life-affirming action. I acknowledge the legitimacy and complicated nature of the human response to the climate crisis; I don't presume the presence or absence of climate-related distress in my client but understand how relationships to nature, living systems, scientific evidence, and media coverage of climate change can help integrate and resolve psychological stressors.
The climate and ecological crisis can cause a range of mental health issues including, grief, anxiety, trauma, and feelings of anger and despair. However, it can also prompt people to re-evaluate their lives, vision meaningful change, and turn sadness into positive life-affirming action. I acknowledge the legitimacy and complicated nature of the human response to the climate crisis; I don't presume the presence or absence of climate-related distress in my client but understand how relationships to nature, living systems, scientific evidence, and media coverage of climate change can help integrate and resolve psychological stressors.
(02) 8188 4583 View (02) 8188 4583

How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in 2021

100+

Average cost per session

$220

Therapists in 2021 who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
83% Depression
83% Self Esteem
81% Stress
77% Relationship Issues
61% Trauma and PTSD
47% Grief

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

73% Medicare Rebates
57% Bupa
53% Medibank Private

How Therapists in 2021 see their clients

89% In Person and Online
11% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
22% Male