Counselling in South Penrith, NSW

As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...

Clients can present to therapy for a variety of reasons. On the other hand, clients can feel overwhelmed or unsure about where to begin with therapy. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space that meets where the client is at, and gently explores what's happening in their life. Where together we can work towards goals that are alligned with their hopes, aspirations, desires or needs; to improve connection with the self, interpersonal relationships and the interplay with their surrounding social world.

As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, teens, and children. Learn about yourself, take back control and open to new possibilities. Realise your potential. Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as mens stuff, trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...

It can be daunting trying to find the right support when a decision has been made that you or a family member would like to see a counsellor or therapist.​ People have many reasons for making the decision, but finding someone you feel comfortable with and trust will help you find your way can be hard. In opening The Counselling & Therapy Place, Katrina, wanted to provide a place where people of all ages can find somebody who will help them hold the hope at times when it might not feel like there is any, or where they can come before things get too hard.

As an experiential and creative psychotherapist, I am passionate about working with those who have experienced trauma and relational struggles. Sometimes what we have experienced can be difficult to put into words, utilising the body, movement, music and play can support self expression, building of a coherent narrative and integration of experience. Use of experiential mediums in therapy is known to support healing from trauma experiences as well as support accessing therapy through offering more than words to explore experience. I also provide supervision to mental health professionals working with families.

Natalie is a Registered Psychologist / Clinical Psychology Registrar. I am a warm, down to earth psychologist who believes in care, listening, humour, and in being an authentic 'real' person. I enjoy working with adults and older teens who have difficulties in their life due to Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, Childhood Trauma, PTSD, ADHD, Mood Disorders and Perinatal and Postnatal Depression and Anxiety. I also enjoy working with first responders and veterans and their families as well as with parents of children with social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.

I provide in person-online or phone counselling for adults and teenagers who have experienced trauma, who experience parenting challenges (shared parenting and post separation abuse) and specialize in navigating complex legal systems such as police processes, criminal court and Family Court. As an approved Workers Compensation/CTP provide, I provide support to people dealing with workplace conflict and burnout.

As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a B Social Work, a Master in Counselling SW from the UNSW and over 20 years of experience in various sectors including mental health, addiction, child protection, domestic violence, and family work, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to my work. My practice is particularly geared towards addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and problematic substance use. I employ a range of therapeutic techniques, such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Couple and Family Systems Therapy.

I pride myself in my dedication to the field of Metal Health and healing.As a relationship expert working with couples, families and individuals I am dedicated to helping people heal from their story and allow change in a confidential safe space. Using my wealth of experience both in life and through committed training I also I bring compassion, warmth and a sense of humour to our sessions to help you envision and create your best self.

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.

Dr Elisha Wealands is a registered psychologist who provides effective personalised, trauma informed treatment for all mental health conditions. She has been practicing for the past 20 years within a number of settings including mental health, family therapy, sexual assault, domestic violence, trauma and wellness. Dr Wealands is a registered provider for Victims Services and National Mental Health Care Plans and works with clients from both metropolitan and regional areas across Australia.

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.

Are you suffering a mental health condition and need support? Are you experiencing interpersonal conflict at work ? Perhaps you are going through a relationship break up or divorce or struggling with family dynamics. Are you struggling in dealing with your child's emotional outburst or challenging behaviours or simply need a child assessment to identify learning difficulties/ADHD/ASD symptoms? You may simply be feeling a little lost with little direction and clarity. If this is you, then make a change today and reach out and speak to one of our clinicians ( Psychologists, Behaviour Therapists, Speech Pathologist, Learning Support)

Cherie brings a mix of warmth and expert training to help couples and families navigate difficult patches in their relationships. She specialises in communication problems, escalating conflict, low intimacy, affairs, parenting struggles, ADHD, teen mental health, family blending, step-parenting, and complex childhood trauma. She has a particular interest in working with adult families around grief & loss, disagreements and cut-offs, money issues and narcissistic dynamics. She also has extensive experience in post-separation counselling, Family Court matters and shared parenting arrangements.

I have always had a particular love for supporting the people around me, especially the people closest to me. Utilising therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more, to provide a positive experience of support, guidance and compassion for others to achieve a more fulfilling and peaceful life, is the ultimate objective of my services and Ropana Therapy.

As a clincial psychotherapist and registered psychosexual therapist, I specialise in helping individuals with trauma and PTSD, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, and sexual difficulties, including intimacy and trust. I am also passionate about providing support for navigating gendered, sexual, racial, and neuro diversity, and cultural identities, who may experience discrimination or internalised stigma. Centering unconditional positive regard, I work closely with the client to deeply explore how their past experiences, current situations, family background, and social elements of their lives have impacted their wellbeing.

As a Psychologist and Somatic Psychotherapist with specialized training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and Jungian Sandplay, my focus is on working with clients who are active participants in their healing. By integrating various therapeutic modalities, I aim to partner people in navigating and healing from a wide range of issues including trauma. My approach is holistic and emphasises the interconnectedness of mind and body in the journey toward self-discovery and authenticity.

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.

Julie is a practising clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist, having been practising for over 11 years. She has a depth of practical experience in working with clients in both short and long-terms contexts. She works from a person centred and client focused framework. Julie subscribes to the client as the expert in their own life. Her professional approach is one of empowering the individual to achieve greater independence, improved mental health and positive well-being. Her areas of focus have been centred on how historic traumatic events impact people in their present-day relationships and sense of self-worth.