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Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General

Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist

Psychologist, PsyBA General

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
156 Pacific Highway, Level 5, Suite 501, St Leonards, NSW 2065
Let's Connect (02) 9158 6576
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Sport & ADHD Psychology with practical tools for focus, growth and wellbeing. Whether you are an athlete or an ADHD brain, we help you train your mind like you train your body. We work with you to understand how your brain works, so you can manage emotions, stay focused and shop up at your best -day to day, and on and off the field.
I am a Psychologist specialised in Sport and ADHD. I offer ADHD assessments for adults, teens and children, and collaborate closely with a psychiatrist who provides priority access for my clients. I also support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, autism, intellectual disability and behavioural challenges -always through a trauma-informed lens.
With over 17 years of experience across Europe and Australia in both public education and private practice, I offer a space where you can be yourself. Al Always Flying Psychology, our values are grounded in emotional wellbeing, personal growth and helping you feel proud of who you are and what you are working towards.
Call or Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 9158 6576

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

156 Pacific Highway

Level 5, Suite 501

St Leonards, NSW 2065 map

(02) 9158 6576

15 Railway Avenue

Level 1

Wahroonga, NSW 2076 map

I focus on Autism, ADHD and Sports Performance 
I see individuals and families  
New intro to our website, check it out!
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Let's Connect (02) 9158 6576
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

156 Pacific Highway

Level 5, Suite 501

St Leonards, NSW 2065 map

(02) 9158 6576

15 Railway Avenue

Level 1

Wahroonga, NSW 2076 map

I focus on Autism, ADHD and Sports Performance 
I see individuals and families  
New intro to our website, check it out!
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist

Finances

Fees

  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa
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Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

    Psychologist: Gemma Illescas

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Gemma Illescas
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Psychology, Degree, Graduated 2006
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Australian Psychological Society Member
  • Certificate from ADD Coach Academy Life & ADHD Coach / 2023
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Master in Sport Psychology - ADHD & Live Coach
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6576
"
Master in Sport Psychology - ADHD & Live Coach
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Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6576

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Autism
  • ADHD
  • Sports Performance

Practice Areas

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Life Coaching
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 9158 6576
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Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 9158 6576

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spain
Spanish

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spain
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Person-Centred
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I help athletes understand all psychological variables that influence performance, so they can arrive at their optimal mental state to competitions. I am an ADHD psychologist-coach, an interactive approach where people discover how their ADHD brain works.
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6576
"
I help athletes understand all psychological variables that influence performance, so they can arrive at their optimal mental state to competitions. I am an ADHD psychologist-coach, an interactive approach where people discover how their ADHD brain works.
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6576

Location

Primary Location

156 Pacific Highway

Level 5, Suite 501

St Leonards, NSW 2065

(02) 9158 6576

Additional Location

15 Railway Avenue

Level 1

Wahroonga, NSW 2076

(02) 9158 6576
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6576
Photo of Gemma Illescas - Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist , Psychologist, PsyBA General
Gemma | Sport & ADHD Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6576