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John Ahern

Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

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Available both in-person and online
Suite 6/134-140 King Street Newtown, NSW 2042
I focus on EMDR working with nightmares and distressing memories. My strengths are working with stress, trauma and relationship issues, one simple step at a time. If you have past events or stress holding you back, please feel free to reach out for help. I offer a initial consultation call too. Let's schedule a time that works for you to chat and start from there. My therapy style is to provide a supportive, warm, non judgemental space that leads to long lasting positive change for you.
I am a Psychologist with a PhD. I love helping people overcome experiences of trauma and I am particularly skilled at using EMDR to process trauma memories. I also have over 10 years experience working with adults with a wide range of issues with anxiety, stress, depression and ADHD to name a few. I am also trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, CFT & Schema Therapy.
Compassionate care is at the heart of my practice. I am here to help you overcome what challenges have come up in life. Reach out and contact me, I offer a consult call or email contact to see if you think I am a good fit for you. The relationship is key :) Easiest way to reach me is to send a message and I aim to respond in 24 hours to you.
Call or John Ahern now for a free 15 minute consultation - 0410 009 554

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Insight Psychology

Suite 6/134-140 King Street

Newtown, NSW 2042 map

0410 009 554
My website
I work in office from Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 6pm. Super comfy and relaxing room. Telehealth also welcome.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hi. Please see video and profile to see if you would like to work with me. Happy for you to reach me via email or my website :)
John Ahern
Let's Connect 0410 009 554
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Insight Psychology

Suite 6/134-140 King Street

Newtown, NSW 2042 map

0410 009 554
My website
I work in office from Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 6pm. Super comfy and relaxing room. Telehealth also welcome.
I focus on Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Anxiety 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Hi. Please see video and profile to see if you would like to work with me. Happy for you to reach me via email or my website :)
John Ahern

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $220
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Bupa
  • Defence Health
  • Health Partners
  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
  • Police Health
  • Teachers Health
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Happy to discuss payment and options. I offer private fees and Medicare rebates to clients with a referral. Payment is handled through my practice management software so no awkwardness about having to pay after each session. Please reach out if you'd like to discuss more.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554
"
Happy to discuss payment and options. I offer private fees and Medicare rebates to clients with a referral. Payment is handled through my practice management software so no awkwardness about having to pay after each session. Please reach out if you'd like to discuss more.
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John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychology Board of Australia John Ahern
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • PhD in Clinical Psychology,, PhD, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency General Registration
  • Membership with Australian Association of Psychologists Member
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Full member and EMDR therapist with the Australian Association (EMDRAA). Over 10 years experience working with adults using a trauma informed approach. I am also trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, CFT & Schema Therapy. But I just love helping others find their vitality and passion in life.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554
"
Full member and EMDR therapist with the Australian Association (EMDRAA). Over 10 years experience working with adults using a trauma informed approach. I am also trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, CFT & Schema Therapy. But I just love helping others find their vitality and passion in life.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Cancer
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Personality Disorders
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
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The main issues I am skilled in helping with are anxiety, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I use a mix of evidence-based modalities tailored to your current situation. During initial sessions, I complete a thorough collaborative assessment before discussing a treatment plan with you with your end goals in mind.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554
"
The main issues I am skilled in helping with are anxiety, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I use a mix of evidence-based modalities tailored to your current situation. During initial sessions, I complete a thorough collaborative assessment before discussing a treatment plan with you with your end goals in mind.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Queer Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Gottman Method
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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In the first few sessions I get to know you and your story. From there, I find it is useful to map out why the issues arose and a targeted treatment plan for what you would like to improve. I always check in to see if things are working and that you feel empowered in therapy. If trauma is present, I like to first help you build safety before looking at trauma processing strategies for recovery.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554
"
In the first few sessions I get to know you and your story. From there, I find it is useful to map out why the issues arose and a targeted treatment plan for what you would like to improve. I always check in to see if things are working and that you feel empowered in therapy. If trauma is present, I like to first help you build safety before looking at trauma processing strategies for recovery.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 0410 009 554

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Insight Psychology

Suite 6/134-140 King Street

Newtown, NSW 2042

0410 009 554
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I work in office from Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 6pm. Super comfy and relaxing room. Telehealth also welcome.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - 0410 009 554
"
I work in office from Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 6pm. Super comfy and relaxing room. Telehealth also welcome.
Photo of John Ahern, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
John Ahern
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Call for a free consultation now - 0410 009 554