Counselling in Swansea, NSW
Sandy Toes Holistic Health
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Swansea, NSW 2281
Looking after our health and wellbeing is one of the most valuable things we can do in our life. At times this can be really challenging when we are facing hard situations personally or helping others as a parent/ carer/ friend/ partner or family member. My passion for more than 25years in health is to support a healing and restorative wellness that can be a foundational strength while navigating life’s journey.
Looking after our health and wellbeing is one of the most valuable things we can do in our life. At times this can be really challenging when we are facing hard situations personally or helping others as a parent/ carer/ friend/ partner or family member. My passion for more than 25years in health is to support a healing and restorative wellness that can be a foundational strength while navigating life’s journey.
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Gerard Ogle
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Lake Macquarie, NSW 2283
Gerard engages with clients in a warm and compassionate, person-centred therapeutic manner.His approach and experience is the bedrock for creating a safe and non-judgmental therapy space for clients from age 10 years old and upwards. Often Gerard's clients present with struggles such as overwhelming levels of stress, relationship challenges, elevated anxiety, depression and self-doubt. These clients generally come to work with Gerard to develop improved coping skills with the view to forging lives that are more manageable and enjoyable, despite the inevitable challenges that life presents.
Gerard engages with clients in a warm and compassionate, person-centred therapeutic manner.His approach and experience is the bedrock for creating a safe and non-judgmental therapy space for clients from age 10 years old and upwards. Often Gerard's clients present with struggles such as overwhelming levels of stress, relationship challenges, elevated anxiety, depression and self-doubt. These clients generally come to work with Gerard to develop improved coping skills with the view to forging lives that are more manageable and enjoyable, despite the inevitable challenges that life presents.
Online Therapists
Felicity Jefferson
Psychologist, MA, MACPA
Verified Verified
Stanmore, NSW 2048
I am a compassionate and empathetic Clinical Psychologist who easily tunes in to the needs of my client and creates a strong rapport. If you are looking to heal the past and remove self-sabotaging beliefs and patterns I would be honoured to support you in this process. I am experienced in treating a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, addiction, recovery from childhood abuse and/or neglect, self-esteem issues, perfectionism and relationship difficulties. I currently have immediate availability so reach out and we can arrange a first session.
I am a compassionate and empathetic Clinical Psychologist who easily tunes in to the needs of my client and creates a strong rapport. If you are looking to heal the past and remove self-sabotaging beliefs and patterns I would be honoured to support you in this process. I am experienced in treating a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, addiction, recovery from childhood abuse and/or neglect, self-esteem issues, perfectionism and relationship difficulties. I currently have immediate availability so reach out and we can arrange a first session.
Yao Yao Chen
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camden, NSW 2570
I am passionate about my work with trauma, addiction, relationships, anger, neurodiversity, LGBTGIA+. I have been described as quirky, clinical, calm, funny, and inquisitive. I value working things through with a client that are happening within or outside of sessions.
I am passionate about my work with trauma, addiction, relationships, anger, neurodiversity, LGBTGIA+. I have been described as quirky, clinical, calm, funny, and inquisitive. I value working things through with a client that are happening within or outside of sessions.
Stickbymecounselling - Johanna
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pyrmont, NSW 2009
Johanna focuses on working with singles, couples, and families. She also works with men's sexual health difficulties, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and out-of-control sexual behaviours like porn addiction in addition to family therapy, fertility challenges, and low libido, women's sexual health issues, including preconceptions and conception, hypoactive sexual desire disorder .Johanna is sex worker friendly. Johanna is capable of working with poly/open partnerships and is LGBTQ, kink, and fetish friendly. Johanna also works with clients of the NDIS.
Johanna focuses on working with singles, couples, and families. She also works with men's sexual health difficulties, delayed ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, and out-of-control sexual behaviours like porn addiction in addition to family therapy, fertility challenges, and low libido, women's sexual health issues, including preconceptions and conception, hypoactive sexual desire disorder .Johanna is sex worker friendly. Johanna is capable of working with poly/open partnerships and is LGBTQ, kink, and fetish friendly. Johanna also works with clients of the NDIS.
Rosalynn Koh
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Rosalynn has worked extensively with children and adults. She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction. Rosalynn is also an experienced counsellor working with adults who are suffering from various psychological issues and addiction. She has also worked with many clients who faced abuse and trauma.
Rosalynn has worked extensively with children and adults. She understands the development stages of children and young adults well and has helped many to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety and addiction. Rosalynn is also an experienced counsellor working with adults who are suffering from various psychological issues and addiction. She has also worked with many clients who faced abuse and trauma.
Diversity Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Oatlands, NSW 2117 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Trevor Lee. I am a person-centered therapist that provides therapy which is catered to each client. I have experience providing therapy with a multitude of aspects including relationships, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, depression & anxiety, loneliness, work-related stress, life-transitions & life-purpose. I became a therapist after deciding that I wanted to support others through my own lived experience of mental illness for over 13 years. I come from a Chinese background have an inter-cultural understanding of supporting CALD individuals.
Hi, my name is Trevor Lee. I am a person-centered therapist that provides therapy which is catered to each client. I have experience providing therapy with a multitude of aspects including relationships, trauma, grief & loss, addiction, depression & anxiety, loneliness, work-related stress, life-transitions & life-purpose. I became a therapist after deciding that I wanted to support others through my own lived experience of mental illness for over 13 years. I come from a Chinese background have an inter-cultural understanding of supporting CALD individuals.
Family Psychology Practice
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Manly Vale, NSW 2093
Informed by attachment theory, we specialise in the area of trauma, separations, loss, anxiety, grief, child psychology, adolescent issues, perinatal depression, addiction and parenting issues.
Family Psychology Practice is a specialist therapeutic service for children, adolescents and adults. Our practice is a safe place for individuals and families to explore complex issues. Our work is always evidence based and using best practice approaches. We believe that small changes, new ideas or a change of perspective can sometimes be the difference that people need. Our Psychologists and Psychotherapists are fully registered mental health providers. Our Psychologists are Medicare providers. In consultation with a GP, treatment can be provided under Better Access to Mental Health Programme, Psychological Access Plus, Workcover.
Informed by attachment theory, we specialise in the area of trauma, separations, loss, anxiety, grief, child psychology, adolescent issues, perinatal depression, addiction and parenting issues.
Family Psychology Practice is a specialist therapeutic service for children, adolescents and adults. Our practice is a safe place for individuals and families to explore complex issues. Our work is always evidence based and using best practice approaches. We believe that small changes, new ideas or a change of perspective can sometimes be the difference that people need. Our Psychologists and Psychotherapists are fully registered mental health providers. Our Psychologists are Medicare providers. In consultation with a GP, treatment can be provided under Better Access to Mental Health Programme, Psychological Access Plus, Workcover.
Law May Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Epping, NSW 2121
Law Ortovent is an accredited counsellor (ACA level 4), psychotherapist, sexologist, and dance therapist. She has extensive clinical experience in helping people affected by complex trauma, addiction, life transitions, anxiety & depression, relationship and sex-related issues.
Law Ortovent is an accredited counsellor (ACA level 4), psychotherapist, sexologist, and dance therapist. She has extensive clinical experience in helping people affected by complex trauma, addiction, life transitions, anxiety & depression, relationship and sex-related issues.
Elizabeth Counselling Clinic Pty Ltd
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
West Ryde, NSW 2114
Elizabeth specializes in the following areas: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Addiction (Gambling, AOD), Relationship issues, Trauma, Grief and loss, Domestic family violence, Personal growth (self-esteem, positive psychology), Couple/family therapy.
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about ten years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
Elizabeth specializes in the following areas: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Addiction (Gambling, AOD), Relationship issues, Trauma, Grief and loss, Domestic family violence, Personal growth (self-esteem, positive psychology), Couple/family therapy.
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about ten years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
Circle of Life Psychology Practice
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
My clinical expertise has been developed in various clinical settings; for the last 20 years I developed evidence-based clinical skills aimed to improve measurable treatment outcomes for individuals aged 18+ experiencing substance misuse issues/and co-morbidity issues, including mood/anxiety/personality disorders, family/parenting/relationship issues.
Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
My clinical expertise has been developed in various clinical settings; for the last 20 years I developed evidence-based clinical skills aimed to improve measurable treatment outcomes for individuals aged 18+ experiencing substance misuse issues/and co-morbidity issues, including mood/anxiety/personality disorders, family/parenting/relationship issues.
Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
Sydney Strategic Therapy-Hypnotherapy/Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Not Verified Not Verified
Kareela, NSW 2232
Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/Psychotherapy can help you manage a busy life by facilitating effective strategies that support you. I treat issues with phobia's, addiction, weight loss, sleep, relationship issues, performance, grief, anxiety, stress within a warm, relaxed, non-judgemental environment I will provide guidance to assist you to: Develop new insights into the nature and origins of your current difficulties. Identify & challenge the behaviours, thoughts & beliefs that are creating distress. You will discover new ways of thinking and behaving that enhance well-being and allow you to achieve your full potential.
Clinical Hypnotherapy/Counselling/Psychotherapy can help you manage a busy life by facilitating effective strategies that support you. I treat issues with phobia's, addiction, weight loss, sleep, relationship issues, performance, grief, anxiety, stress within a warm, relaxed, non-judgemental environment I will provide guidance to assist you to: Develop new insights into the nature and origins of your current difficulties. Identify & challenge the behaviours, thoughts & beliefs that are creating distress. You will discover new ways of thinking and behaving that enhance well-being and allow you to achieve your full potential.
Carlyn Chen
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Woolloomooloo, NSW 2011
I am experienced seeing clients with issues such as attachment trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, oppression, racism, cultural issues, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, identity issues, religious trauma, grief, domestic violence, family issues and relationships.
I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.
I am experienced seeing clients with issues such as attachment trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, oppression, racism, cultural issues, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, identity issues, religious trauma, grief, domestic violence, family issues and relationships.
I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.
Fang Liu
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
Roseville, NSW 2069
Over the past few years, I have been focusing on working with young adults with neurodiversity, mandatory clients, male clients, DV victims, or clients with self-harm, depression, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse disorders.
Are you struggling a bit in this chaotic world? It is not your fault. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I primarily use attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to conduct my therapeutic work. My credentials include a Master of Counseling and Psychotherapy (WSU), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and PACFA membership.
Over the past few years, I have been focusing on working with young adults with neurodiversity, mandatory clients, male clients, DV victims, or clients with self-harm, depression, suicidal ideation, and substance abuse disorders.
Are you struggling a bit in this chaotic world? It is not your fault. As a person-centered and trauma-informed therapist, I primarily use attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to conduct my therapeutic work. My credentials include a Master of Counseling and Psychotherapy (WSU), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and PACFA membership.
Pamela McDonald
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Hamlyn Terrace, NSW 2259
Pamela has experience working with chronic mental health conditions including Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective conditions, and related vulnerabilities such as substance misuse that together result in cognitive impairment, anhedonia, amotivation, and interpersonal and occupational difficulties.
Through working with her clients, Pamela understands that for some, whilst life can be extremely painful to live, the courage within themselves gives them the hope to create opportunities for themselves to build a meaningful life. She understands that while the pain may not completely go away, that it can become tolerable and no longer prevent clients from being able to pursue their goals. She understands that all of us need a space to go to be able to work on things without being judged. She believes that her clients do know themselves better, and as such meaningful work in sessions needs to be collaborative.
Pamela has experience working with chronic mental health conditions including Schizophrenia and Schizoaffective conditions, and related vulnerabilities such as substance misuse that together result in cognitive impairment, anhedonia, amotivation, and interpersonal and occupational difficulties.
Through working with her clients, Pamela understands that for some, whilst life can be extremely painful to live, the courage within themselves gives them the hope to create opportunities for themselves to build a meaningful life. She understands that while the pain may not completely go away, that it can become tolerable and no longer prevent clients from being able to pursue their goals. She understands that all of us need a space to go to be able to work on things without being judged. She believes that her clients do know themselves better, and as such meaningful work in sessions needs to be collaborative.
Rakib Islam
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marrickville, NSW 2204
My personal journey towards finding my authentic self has been transformative, shaping the essence of what I offer as a counsellor to those seeking healing and growth. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and talking to someone in a non-judgmental space can be a great support. If you are looking for a counsellor to work together on issues such as life transitions, adjustments, grief, anxiety, stress, low mood, substance misuse, relationship issues, or low self-esteem, please feel free to reach out. I also encourage you to connect if you are seeking support for spiritual and existential concerns.
My personal journey towards finding my authentic self has been transformative, shaping the essence of what I offer as a counsellor to those seeking healing and growth. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and talking to someone in a non-judgmental space can be a great support. If you are looking for a counsellor to work together on issues such as life transitions, adjustments, grief, anxiety, stress, low mood, substance misuse, relationship issues, or low self-esteem, please feel free to reach out. I also encourage you to connect if you are seeking support for spiritual and existential concerns.
Joseph Zhang
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burwood, NSW 2134
I am interested in a range of presentations including anxiety, self-esteem, relationships/attachment, substance use/addictions, depression, trauma, and personality.
I am interested in a range of presentations including anxiety, self-esteem, relationships/attachment, substance use/addictions, depression, trauma, and personality.
Pat Wood-Collier
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Drummoyne, NSW 2047
My experience is in trauma, addiction and crisis.
I am flexible and able to work with both males and females. Age does not preclude me from seeing someone. I am accepting of anyone who is looking for someone to listen to them and will give them a voice. I worked in Samaritans and Lifeline for 20 years as a centre supervisor, trainer and shift supervisor. I have recently been working with addiction and the family of the addict and am able to hold you in a safe space as you become self aware and self accepting.
My experience is in trauma, addiction and crisis.
I am flexible and able to work with both males and females. Age does not preclude me from seeing someone. I am accepting of anyone who is looking for someone to listen to them and will give them a voice. I worked in Samaritans and Lifeline for 20 years as a centre supervisor, trainer and shift supervisor. I have recently been working with addiction and the family of the addict and am able to hold you in a safe space as you become self aware and self accepting.
Leo Martyn - Crows Nest Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Leo has been a clinical counsellor in private practice for over 12 years (ACA Level 4) and is an accredited social worker (MAASW). He is also a highly experienced meditation and mindfulness practitioner and student of spiritual and psychological paths. The practice in Crows Nest offers our clients sensitive and attuned counselling and psychotherapy services supportive of compassionate insight and empowerment for you to unpack and transform your mental health and personal life journey. Our space is friendly and safe counselling and psychotherapy space for individuals and couples to unpack and work through their concerns.
Leo has been a clinical counsellor in private practice for over 12 years (ACA Level 4) and is an accredited social worker (MAASW). He is also a highly experienced meditation and mindfulness practitioner and student of spiritual and psychological paths. The practice in Crows Nest offers our clients sensitive and attuned counselling and psychotherapy services supportive of compassionate insight and empowerment for you to unpack and transform your mental health and personal life journey. Our space is friendly and safe counselling and psychotherapy space for individuals and couples to unpack and work through their concerns.
Enisa Kurtanovich
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I am a qualified Clinical Psychotherapist and approved Victim services Counsellor with over two decades of global experience in various therapy customer focused roles. My core goal is to provide a safe space where compassion and meaning is vital to your current lived experience. My work with clients has come about from a diverse cultural backgrounds, within a client centred, integrative and solution focused approach to address communication, emotion regulation and behavioural issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, drug, and alcohol use, relationship issues as well as those living with domestic violence & cancer.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychotherapist and approved Victim services Counsellor with over two decades of global experience in various therapy customer focused roles. My core goal is to provide a safe space where compassion and meaning is vital to your current lived experience. My work with clients has come about from a diverse cultural backgrounds, within a client centred, integrative and solution focused approach to address communication, emotion regulation and behavioural issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, drug, and alcohol use, relationship issues as well as those living with domestic violence & cancer.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.