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Available both in-person and online
150-158 Argyle Street Picton, NSW 2571
Feeling stuck in your relationship, struggling with anxiety, depression, or trying to make sense of life's challenges? Bryan McDade is a registered counsellor based in Picton, NSW, serving individuals and couples across Camden, Tahmoor, Bowral, Mittagong, and Bargo. With 19 years of experience, Bryan helps you understand the stories shaping your life, strengthen your relationships, and find practical strategies for lasting change. Ready to take the first step? Reach out today.
Bryan draws on the Gottman Method for couples work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to build psychological flexibility, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma and distress, and Narrative Therapy to help you reauthor your story. Sessions are evidence-based, practical, and tailored to your goals.
With a background spanning social science, psychology, and a Masters of Counselling, Bryan brings both academic grounding and real-world warmth to every session. He sees individuals and couples in person in Picton or via Zoom and phone anywhere in Australia. A free 15-minute consultation is available. You do not have to figure this out alone.
Call or Bryan McDade now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 4214 8126

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Picton Psychology

150-158 Argyle Street

Picton, NSW 2571 map

(02) 4214 8126
My website
Available in person in Picton and via Zoom or phone nationwide, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Men's Issues and Mood Disorders 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I know how hard it can be to reach out. But I'm here to help. I specialise in the Gottman Method for Couples but also work with individuals.
Bryan McDade
Let's Connect (02) 4214 8126
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Picton Psychology

150-158 Argyle Street

Picton, NSW 2571 map

(02) 4214 8126
My website
Available in person in Picton and via Zoom or phone nationwide, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Men's Issues and Mood Disorders 
$165 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
I know how hard it can be to reach out. But I'm here to help. I specialise in the Gottman Method for Couples but also work with individuals.
Bryan McDade

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $165
  • Couple Sessions $396
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • AHM Health
  • Bupa
  • Defence Health
  • Doctors Health Fund
  • GMHBA
  • GU Health
  • Medibank Private
  • Police Health
  • Teachers Health
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Individual sessions $165. Couples sessions $396. A free 15-minute phone or Zoom consultation is available. Concession rates may apply. Health fund rebates available through AHM, Bupa, Medibank, and others.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126
"
Individual sessions $165. Couples sessions $396. A free 15-minute phone or Zoom consultation is available. Concession rates may apply. Health fund rebates available through AHM, Bupa, Medibank, and others.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Counselling Association Bryan McDade
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), Bachelor, Graduated 2005
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors in Counselling (M. Couns) Masters of Counselling / 2023
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Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), Bond University, 2005. Masters of Counselling, Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors, 2023. Member, Australian Counselling Association (ACA Level 4). 19 years in practice.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126
"
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology), Bond University, 2005. Masters of Counselling, Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors, 2023. Member, Australian Counselling Association (ACA Level 4). 19 years in practice.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders

Practice Areas

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Cancer
  • Career Guidance
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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These are the main issues I can help with. For relationship difficulties and couples work, sessions include a thorough assessment using the Gottman Method to help you rebuild trust, communication, and connection. For mood disorders and men's issues, we work to identify patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and move toward a more grounded, fulfilling life.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126
"
These are the main issues I can help with. For relationship difficulties and couples work, sessions include a thorough assessment using the Gottman Method to help you rebuild trust, communication, and connection. For mood disorders and men's issues, we work to identify patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and move toward a more grounded, fulfilling life.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126

Endorsement

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PsychotherapistPACFA
Fantastic therapist with eclectic interests.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Interpersonal
  • Jungian
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
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These are the treatment types I use. The Gottman Method is a structured, research-backed approach to couples therapy. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns. ACT builds resilience by clarifying your values. Narrative Therapy explores how the stories you tell about yourself shape your experience and opens space for new ones.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126
"
These are the treatment types I use. The Gottman Method is a structured, research-backed approach to couples therapy. CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns. ACT builds resilience by clarifying your values. Narrative Therapy explores how the stories you tell about yourself shape your experience and opens space for new ones.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 4214 8126

Location

Primary Location

Picton Psychology

150-158 Argyle Street

Picton, NSW 2571

(02) 4214 8126
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Available in person in Picton and via Zoom or phone nationwide, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 4214 8126
"
Available in person in Picton and via Zoom or phone nationwide, with flexible weekday and evening appointments.
Photo of Bryan McDade, Counsellor, ACA-L4
Bryan McDade
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 4214 8126