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Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA

Maria Simonetta

Psychotherapist, PACFA

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Summer Hill, NSW 2130
Let's Connect (02) 8073 9397
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When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
I offer a safe space where we work collaboratively in exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours relating to the issues to understand your full experience. With my expertise and guidance you will gain a deeper understanding and knowledge of yourself and your situation to make informed choices based in the present and not past conditioning.
It's often daunting and anxiety provoking seeking help yet, the alternative will keep you stuck in your old patterns and structures that stop you from living life fully. Please visit my website for more about me and if you feel I can help you to achieve your goals please make an appointment. Alternatively, you can contact me via phone call.
Call or Maria Simonetta now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 8073 9397

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Summer Hill, NSW 2130

(02) 8073 9397

Leichhardt, NSW 2040

I provide online therapy via Zoom and in person in Leichhardt. I am available most weekdays and evenings.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (02) 8073 9397
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Summer Hill, NSW 2130

(02) 8073 9397

Leichhardt, NSW 2040

I provide online therapy via Zoom and in person in Leichhardt. I am available most weekdays and evenings.
I focus on Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$200 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $210
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash

Insurance

  • AHM Health
  • Bupa
  • Medibank Private
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I am happy to discuss payment options and work with you to keep therapy affordable. I can provide receipts for clients who wish to claim rebates from private health insurers, and concession rates are available for those who qualify.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397
"
I am happy to discuss payment options and work with you to keep therapy affordable. I can provide receipts for clients who wish to claim rebates from private health insurers, and concession rates are available for those who qualify.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia Maria Simonetta
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 21 years
  • Post Graduate Counselling and Post Grad Psychotherapy, Graduated 2003
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level 1
  • Certificate from Internal Family Systems Australia Internal Family Systems Level 1 Certificate / 2019
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Maria has over 21 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, having completed postgraduate degrees in the field in 2003. She is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems (Level 1, 2019), and is a Clinical Member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397
"
Maria has over 21 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, having completed postgraduate degrees in the field in 2003. She is certified in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems (Level 1, 2019), and is a Clinical Member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Practice Areas

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • couples
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Life transitions and adjustments
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Medical Detox
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Weight Loss
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Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 8073 9397
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 8073 9397

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Italian

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Ethnicity

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Italian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Qualified Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Person-Centred
  • Sensorimotor Psychotherapy SP
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice in conjunction with Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Applying the various lens to access the effect your pain and suffering has had on your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of your being that keep you from being your True Self.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397
"
I often use Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice in conjunction with Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (SP) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Applying the various lens to access the effect your pain and suffering has had on your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of your being that keep you from being your True Self.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 8073 9397

Location

Primary Location

Summer Hill, NSW 2130

(02) 8073 9397

Additional Location

Leichhardt, NSW 2040

(02) 8073 9397
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I provide online therapy via Zoom and in person in Leichhardt. I am available most weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8073 9397
"
I provide online therapy via Zoom and in person in Leichhardt. I am available most weekdays and evenings.
Photo of Maria Simonetta, Psychotherapist, PACFA
Maria Simonetta
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 8073 9397