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Shobana Suresh
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Penrith, NSW 2750
Do you feel anxious or insecure in your relationship? Are you afraid your partner will leave you? Do you fear commitment despite wanting to be in a long-term relationship? Have you lost the spark in your marriage? Have you become so disconnected from your partner that you feel like roommates? Do you feel like you are stuck in a constant cycle of arguments with your partner or other family members? Is effective communication a struggle in your relationship? Does your relationship suffer from a lack of intimacy or infidelity? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help.
Do you feel anxious or insecure in your relationship? Are you afraid your partner will leave you? Do you fear commitment despite wanting to be in a long-term relationship? Have you lost the spark in your marriage? Have you become so disconnected from your partner that you feel like roommates? Do you feel like you are stuck in a constant cycle of arguments with your partner or other family members? Is effective communication a struggle in your relationship? Does your relationship suffer from a lack of intimacy or infidelity? If you answered yes to any of these questions, I am here to help.
(02) 8806 0486 View (02) 8806 0486
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Empowered Mind and Body
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Springwood, NSW 2777
Jess also supports parents feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities, or 'trapped', or are unsure of the best steps to take for themselves, and their family.
At Empowered Mind and Body, Jess creates a safe and supportive environment. One of care, hope, compassion, respect and empowerment. Jess works with clients who've experienced trauma or DV, a diagnosis of ASD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders or self-esteem issues. She also works with parents and families dealing with the challenges, stresses and pressures of modern living. In addition to counselling, Jess is an accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Facilitator, delivering Youth MHFA and teen MHFA to adults and teens, school teachers, first responders, all workplaces, the general community.
Jess also supports parents feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities, or 'trapped', or are unsure of the best steps to take for themselves, and their family.
At Empowered Mind and Body, Jess creates a safe and supportive environment. One of care, hope, compassion, respect and empowerment. Jess works with clients who've experienced trauma or DV, a diagnosis of ASD, depression, anxiety, mood disorders or self-esteem issues. She also works with parents and families dealing with the challenges, stresses and pressures of modern living. In addition to counselling, Jess is an accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Facilitator, delivering Youth MHFA and teen MHFA to adults and teens, school teachers, first responders, all workplaces, the general community.
(02) 4703 9837 View (02) 4703 9837
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Interwoven Sandplay Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Cranebrook, NSW 2749
I also specialise in Post-Separation Parenting counselling; I am a trained Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Child Consultant, I have extensive experience post-separation parenting matters.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can manifest as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
I also specialise in Post-Separation Parenting counselling; I am a trained Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Child Consultant, I have extensive experience post-separation parenting matters.
As a wholistic counsellor my goal is to engage you in a meaningful self-exploration process to support healing and personal growth. I specialise in a symbol-work method that's effective in reaching deeper, underlying issues. These issues can manifest as stress, relationship problems, work issues, conflict, insecurity, low self-worth, anxiety, depression, anger, sadness, frustration, confusion, hoarding, addiction. Potential outcomes are heightened self-awareness, unveiling of hidden/unconscious truths, emotional blockages released, increased self-esteem, heightened clarity, reduced confusion, improvement in general wellbeing.
(02) 4703 5045 View (02) 4703 5045
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Clear Choice Clinic Counselling & Psychological
Counsellor, MC
Verified Verified
Blacktown, NSW 2148
Marriage and Relationship issues; Anger & conflict; Alcohol & Drugs, Stress & Depression; Abuse; Anger Management, Mental Health issues; schizophrenia, BPD, ASD, ADHD, Disabilities; Intellectual Disability, Disorders of Childhood; nervous, fear, cognitive development, clinical assessment, Family development, Adolescents, Addictions, Health, diabetes ed.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
Marriage and Relationship issues; Anger & conflict; Alcohol & Drugs, Stress & Depression; Abuse; Anger Management, Mental Health issues; schizophrenia, BPD, ASD, ADHD, Disabilities; Intellectual Disability, Disorders of Childhood; nervous, fear, cognitive development, clinical assessment, Family development, Adolescents, Addictions, Health, diabetes ed.
Diversity and Cultural Competence: Highlight your experience as an NDIS-registered provider catering to clients from diverse nationalities. Educational Background: Master's degree. Specialisation in ASD; Experience in Special Education: I have a deep understanding of the challenges to support them effectively.Psychological Assessment Expertise: Marriage and Relationships:Legal Requirements and Report Writing: writing reports to meet legal requirements:Psychological Support: assist clients with a range of issues, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs), anger management, domestic issues, and disabilities. Helping clients with needs.
(02) 6189 2732 View (02) 6189 2732
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Tania Rose
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penrith, NSW 2750
Tania Rose is a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming psychotherapist providing support for adults and their loved-ones Australia-wide. Tania's 30 years of experience includes working with Autistic and ADHD adults who may self-identify or have a formal diagnosis and wish to build capacity, aid recovery, or aim for renewal. Tania Rose supports empowerment to address client issues, focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting queer, neurodivergent, differently-abled, and creative clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) and unique relationship styles welcome. Zoom sessions are available for remote support.
Tania Rose is a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming psychotherapist providing support for adults and their loved-ones Australia-wide. Tania's 30 years of experience includes working with Autistic and ADHD adults who may self-identify or have a formal diagnosis and wish to build capacity, aid recovery, or aim for renewal. Tania Rose supports empowerment to address client issues, focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting queer, neurodivergent, differently-abled, and creative clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) and unique relationship styles welcome. Zoom sessions are available for remote support.
(02) 4708 9622 View (02) 4708 9622
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Stacey Admiraal
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Penrith, NSW 2747
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...
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...
(02) 7804 4995 View (02) 7804 4995
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Shivani Mittal
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Caddens, NSW 2747
First few sessions will be based on client centred therapy, that is exploring with you the ins and outs behind seeking therapy. And, what is it you would like to gain from therapy? Followed by Integrative interventions and counselling techniques, like psycho education (providing resources), solution focused (collaborate to finding solutions), CBT (understand the reasons behind the thinking, ACT (Working on commitment and REBT (the aim of which is to resolve emotional and behavioural problems and disturbances and to help people to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.
First few sessions will be based on client centred therapy, that is exploring with you the ins and outs behind seeking therapy. And, what is it you would like to gain from therapy? Followed by Integrative interventions and counselling techniques, like psycho education (providing resources), solution focused (collaborate to finding solutions), CBT (understand the reasons behind the thinking, ACT (Working on commitment and REBT (the aim of which is to resolve emotional and behavioural problems and disturbances and to help people to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.
(02) 7804 4866 View (02) 7804 4866
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Emma Donlevy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Penrith, NSW 2747
I have over 20 year’s experience supporting people aged 3- 63 who have complex and diverse needs, in particular as a result of trauma. I offer a unique person-centred practice based on the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have worked in depth with complex mental health issues including developmental and attachment-related trauma, complex trauma, and dual diagnosis. I understand the unique trauma and mental health needs that people with disability experience, being neuroaffirming and strengths based.
I have over 20 year’s experience supporting people aged 3- 63 who have complex and diverse needs, in particular as a result of trauma. I offer a unique person-centred practice based on the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have worked in depth with complex mental health issues including developmental and attachment-related trauma, complex trauma, and dual diagnosis. I understand the unique trauma and mental health needs that people with disability experience, being neuroaffirming and strengths based.
(02) 4503 6114 View (02) 4503 6114
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Pumla Coleman
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Penrith, NSW 2750
I am an experienced mental health professional. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, trauma related disorders, health related and stress disorders, as well as phase of life and circumstantial stress. My personal strength include genuine caring, compassion and unconditional positive regard for all clients. Knowing that life can become challenging for different reasons, I have learnt to appreciate the strength and wisdom of my clients. My therapeutic approach allows for my clients to guide me through the process and explore all the necessary issues they need to overcome.
I am an experienced mental health professional. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, trauma related disorders, health related and stress disorders, as well as phase of life and circumstantial stress. My personal strength include genuine caring, compassion and unconditional positive regard for all clients. Knowing that life can become challenging for different reasons, I have learnt to appreciate the strength and wisdom of my clients. My therapeutic approach allows for my clients to guide me through the process and explore all the necessary issues they need to overcome.
(02) 9100 0529 View (02) 9100 0529

Online Therapists

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Kids & Co Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041  (Online Only)
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
Kids & Co provides psychological care for children, adolescents and their families. Kids and Co offers psychological assessment and treatments for a wide range of childhood emotional, behavioural and family problems. Kids & Co Psychologists have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health, personal, and family issues. Their experience and expertise in the field of child and family psychology is well recognised by colleagues, media agencies and the wider community.
(02) 9158 6217 View (02) 9158 6217
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Lila Juliette Pesa
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Sydney, NSW 2060
I support self-discovery and self-expression by offering a respectful, compassionate and attuned presence, therapeutic skills and experience; honoring the emergence of clients' deep inner wisdom and a self-empowered way of living. I offer support with meaning making and facilitating post-traumatic growth. My clients are those affected by childhood trauma / attachment traumas, re-living emotional pain from the past; dealing with addictive patterns, disordered eating, complex family dynamics, ancestral trauma, relationship issues - family or peers, body image and self-identity.
I support self-discovery and self-expression by offering a respectful, compassionate and attuned presence, therapeutic skills and experience; honoring the emergence of clients' deep inner wisdom and a self-empowered way of living. I offer support with meaning making and facilitating post-traumatic growth. My clients are those affected by childhood trauma / attachment traumas, re-living emotional pain from the past; dealing with addictive patterns, disordered eating, complex family dynamics, ancestral trauma, relationship issues - family or peers, body image and self-identity.
(02) 9100 0902 View (02) 9100 0902
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Annette M Coulter
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Wentworth Falls, NSW 2782
I have over 47 years clinical experience in child, adolescent, family and couple art psychotherapy. I work with trauma, mood/adjustment disorder, grief, relationship difficulties. Issues are addressed in a way that bypasses talking. The innate healing potential of your creative self is externalised as thoughts and feelings, which may otherwise remain unexpressed, arise. No previous art experience is necessary - marks and scribbles are of equal value. In this process the unconscious is honoured, so your dream life is important. Through imaginative symbolic expression, unconscious material is explored, clarified and finds meaning.
I have over 47 years clinical experience in child, adolescent, family and couple art psychotherapy. I work with trauma, mood/adjustment disorder, grief, relationship difficulties. Issues are addressed in a way that bypasses talking. The innate healing potential of your creative self is externalised as thoughts and feelings, which may otherwise remain unexpressed, arise. No previous art experience is necessary - marks and scribbles are of equal value. In this process the unconscious is honoured, so your dream life is important. Through imaginative symbolic expression, unconscious material is explored, clarified and finds meaning.
(02) 4501 7102 View (02) 4501 7102
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Anna Sheppard
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I offer down-to-earth, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety or stress. I help my clients understand and manage the fears, anxieties or negative self-beliefs that hold them back from living the life they hope for. Do you wish you were only more confident so you could do the things you really want to? You might be dreading facing school/uni/work every day. Or you might be dealing with difficult feelings around family separation or conflict, relocation, or have other deeper worries that you find difficult to talk through with your closest friends and family.
I offer down-to-earth, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety or stress. I help my clients understand and manage the fears, anxieties or negative self-beliefs that hold them back from living the life they hope for. Do you wish you were only more confident so you could do the things you really want to? You might be dreading facing school/uni/work every day. Or you might be dealing with difficult feelings around family separation or conflict, relocation, or have other deeper worries that you find difficult to talk through with your closest friends and family.
(02) 9100 0020 View (02) 9100 0020
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Inner Motus Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Padstow, NSW 2211
I’m Ruby, owner of Inner Motus Therapy (www.innermotustherapy.com). I am a Counsellor and a Breathwork practitioner. I have worked in multiple areas such as domestic and family violences spaces, with the LGBTIQA+ communities, youth and children, mental health and a range of alternative therapeutic spaces. I am deeply interested in how the body stores trauma and patterned states. I work with clients with a gentle approach to help integrate or find new ways of being that help us move towards what we want and need. I use techniques and tools such as somatic work, needs following, breathwork and talk therapy.
I’m Ruby, owner of Inner Motus Therapy (www.innermotustherapy.com). I am a Counsellor and a Breathwork practitioner. I have worked in multiple areas such as domestic and family violences spaces, with the LGBTIQA+ communities, youth and children, mental health and a range of alternative therapeutic spaces. I am deeply interested in how the body stores trauma and patterned states. I work with clients with a gentle approach to help integrate or find new ways of being that help us move towards what we want and need. I use techniques and tools such as somatic work, needs following, breathwork and talk therapy.
(02) 8105 6471 x61 View (02) 8105 6471 x61
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Paul Thompson
Counsellor, PsyBA Prov
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked mostly with people who have experienced harm from gambling, alcohol and other substances, including family members.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from feelings of low mood and energy, to feelings of restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and others. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
I have worked mostly with people who have experienced harm from gambling, alcohol and other substances, including family members.
My approach to counselling is to provide a safe and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable, respected and free to explore your reasons for getting in touch. Together, we can work towards finding the right tools to overcome many challenging experiences, ranging from feelings of low mood and energy, to feelings of restlessness and irritability, relationship difficulties and others. If you feel that I can be a support to help you move towards your goals, I would love to hear from you.
(02) 4210 5121 View (02) 4210 5121
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Lisa Haslam
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Camden, NSW 2570
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
I am a Counsellor in South Western Sydney. I have worked for many years as Child and Family Therapist. Working with individuals, couples and families with issues such as relationship breakdown, separation, parenting, divorce, grief and loss, self esteem, depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. In my practice I provide a safe and calming environment to help clients feel comfortable to work through their underlying issues that may feel overwhelming in the day to day life. With the use of techniques such as Imago Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, Art and Walk and Talk Therapy I help clients feel more empowered in their life.
(02) 4210 5086 View (02) 4210 5086
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Danielle Hayes
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Bathurst, NSW 2795  (Online Only)
I am passionate about supporting teens and parents to connect and develop the kind of relationship they would like to have; with themselves, and with their family and friends.
Navigating the complexities of adolescence can be challenging for young people, impacting their self-worth, identity formation, and relationships. I created Calm Kids to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for tweens/teens to explore their emotions, develop self-compassion, manage anxiety, and foster healthy relationships. Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, I offer guidance to parents seeking to enhance their communication skills, deepen emotional connection, and bridge the generation gap. I aim to empower parents in navigating unique challenges, fostering an emotionally rich home environment.
I am passionate about supporting teens and parents to connect and develop the kind of relationship they would like to have; with themselves, and with their family and friends.
Navigating the complexities of adolescence can be challenging for young people, impacting their self-worth, identity formation, and relationships. I created Calm Kids to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for tweens/teens to explore their emotions, develop self-compassion, manage anxiety, and foster healthy relationships. Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, I offer guidance to parents seeking to enhance their communication skills, deepen emotional connection, and bridge the generation gap. I aim to empower parents in navigating unique challenges, fostering an emotionally rich home environment.
(02) 5301 9310 View (02) 5301 9310
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Lhasso Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Wiley Park, NSW 2195
I am a qualified and experienced Nepalese Counsellor and Psychotherapist, registered with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I hold a Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy degree, and am trained to apply range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. I provide professional counselling and psychotherapy using interactive and holistic/recovery-oriented proven approaches focusing on the client’s issues (stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship), cultures, and effective outcomes. I work with individual, couple, family.
I am a qualified and experienced Nepalese Counsellor and Psychotherapist, registered with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I hold a Master of Counselling and Applied Psychotherapy degree, and am trained to apply range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. I provide professional counselling and psychotherapy using interactive and holistic/recovery-oriented proven approaches focusing on the client’s issues (stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship), cultures, and effective outcomes. I work with individual, couple, family.
(02) 8105 5791 View (02) 8105 5791
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Sanela Harbas
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Denham Court, NSW 2565  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my role as a clinicaI Counsellor and acquainted beliefs I will listen to you. I was drawn to the helping profession through each day, my ministry experiences and a deep desire to understand emotional processes and healing. A wealth of life experience provides me with an ability to understand common patterns which affect most people in their journeys. I have a passion for emotional healing that improves relationships and the overall quality of daily experiences for each individual, family, youth, children, women and elders mindfulness, specifically emphasises the value and the importance of them due to the vulnerability of life
In my role as a clinicaI Counsellor and acquainted beliefs I will listen to you. I was drawn to the helping profession through each day, my ministry experiences and a deep desire to understand emotional processes and healing. A wealth of life experience provides me with an ability to understand common patterns which affect most people in their journeys. I have a passion for emotional healing that improves relationships and the overall quality of daily experiences for each individual, family, youth, children, women and elders mindfulness, specifically emphasises the value and the importance of them due to the vulnerability of life
(02) 8105 5834 View (02) 8105 5834
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Natalie Single
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Orange, NSW 2800
CBT, CBT-Enhanced for Eating Disorders, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Ego State Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Attachment Focussed EMDR, Brainspotting and Emotion Coaching and the 123 Magic parenting programs.
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.
CBT, CBT-Enhanced for Eating Disorders, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Ego State Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Attachment Focussed EMDR, Brainspotting and Emotion Coaching and the 123 Magic parenting programs.
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.
0484 735 666 View 0484 735 666

Family Therapy Counsellors

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.