Counselling in Sydney, NSW
Mark Anns
Psychologist, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Many people struggle to incorporate healthy lifestyles into day to day living. Most of us know the behaviours that are recommended however, there are many challenges - structural, economic and personal that impact on us on a day to day basis. The end result can be a feeling of being overwhelmed and behaviours and thoughts that we feel we cannot control. Although it is not always possible to change structures we can build personal resilience and learn to control thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer services to assist you to achieve your goals - by gaining control over your feelings, and building resilience in how you react.
Many people struggle to incorporate healthy lifestyles into day to day living. Most of us know the behaviours that are recommended however, there are many challenges - structural, economic and personal that impact on us on a day to day basis. The end result can be a feeling of being overwhelmed and behaviours and thoughts that we feel we cannot control. Although it is not always possible to change structures we can build personal resilience and learn to control thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I offer services to assist you to achieve your goals - by gaining control over your feelings, and building resilience in how you react.
Dr Rosemary Allen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Rosemary has experience working with individuals of all ages & stages. She has worked in various clinical settings, including inpatient & outpatient hospital settings, forensic facilities, military settings, private practice and in the community. Stemming from her doctoral research and experience working in trauma settings, she has a strong interest in trauma and takes a trauma-informed approach to her practice. She collaborates with her clients to develop the best evidence based treatment plan for your needs, working from an integrative therapeutic approach. See below the treatment modalities Rosemary offers to her clients.
Rosemary has experience working with individuals of all ages & stages. She has worked in various clinical settings, including inpatient & outpatient hospital settings, forensic facilities, military settings, private practice and in the community. Stemming from her doctoral research and experience working in trauma settings, she has a strong interest in trauma and takes a trauma-informed approach to her practice. She collaborates with her clients to develop the best evidence based treatment plan for your needs, working from an integrative therapeutic approach. See below the treatment modalities Rosemary offers to her clients.
Paula Garrido
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Welcome! Clinical Psychologist Paula Garrido is registered with the NDIS and provides evidence-based treatment via Telehealth/video call therapy to NDIS Participants. She Certified Autism, PTSD and ADHD expert and provides neurodiverse affirming therapy. She is a warm, understanding, non-judgmental psychologist that is experienced in assisting patients rebuild their self-confidence and successfully work towards their goals. She has experience working in public hospitals, private psychology clinics with people with mild to severe mental illness and with the NDIA and NDIS including writing NDIS patient reports.
Welcome! Clinical Psychologist Paula Garrido is registered with the NDIS and provides evidence-based treatment via Telehealth/video call therapy to NDIS Participants. She Certified Autism, PTSD and ADHD expert and provides neurodiverse affirming therapy. She is a warm, understanding, non-judgmental psychologist that is experienced in assisting patients rebuild their self-confidence and successfully work towards their goals. She has experience working in public hospitals, private psychology clinics with people with mild to severe mental illness and with the NDIA and NDIS including writing NDIS patient reports.
Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including narcissism tendencies or sex issues (emotional, physical or sexual).
Rebuild Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
My name is Pam and I am a warm, compassionate, and friendly Counsellor who believes that Counselling feels like a safe place where clients can talk about anything that's on their mind, without judgement. Rebuild Counselling was founded by Pam Varas, and offers online Counselling and receives referrals for individuals on various issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues, and healing childhood trauma in adults. It is a safe and trusting space and offers affordable Counselling.
My name is Pam and I am a warm, compassionate, and friendly Counsellor who believes that Counselling feels like a safe place where clients can talk about anything that's on their mind, without judgement. Rebuild Counselling was founded by Pam Varas, and offers online Counselling and receives referrals for individuals on various issues such as stress and anxiety, depression, relationships, family issues, and healing childhood trauma in adults. It is a safe and trusting space and offers affordable Counselling.
Payal Parmar
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
Maria Mitrou
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Hi, and thank you for taking the time to read a little about me. I am a passionate Counselling professional assisting clients in reaching their full potential for many years, I provide therapy sessions in private practice, online and on the field.
Hi, and thank you for taking the time to read a little about me. I am a passionate Counselling professional assisting clients in reaching their full potential for many years, I provide therapy sessions in private practice, online and on the field.
National Trauma Clinics
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
National Trauma Clinic Psychologists and Consultants have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families suffering from the broad range of psychological issues including relationship issues, family issues, workplace issues and symptomatic problems with PTSD, depression, anxiety and the like.
National Trauma Clinic Psychologists and Consultants have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families suffering from the broad range of psychological issues including relationship issues, family issues, workplace issues and symptomatic problems with PTSD, depression, anxiety and the like.
Carri Fisher
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
I see clients at all stages of life. I work with adults experiencing mental health challenges (such as depression, anxiety, stress, and emotion dysregulation) and have a particular interest in cases where these symptoms result from exposure to trauma and adversity. I also work with children, adolescents, and parents, and have a particular interest in administering interventions for oppositional and disruptive behaviour.
I see clients at all stages of life. I work with adults experiencing mental health challenges (such as depression, anxiety, stress, and emotion dysregulation) and have a particular interest in cases where these symptoms result from exposure to trauma and adversity. I also work with children, adolescents, and parents, and have a particular interest in administering interventions for oppositional and disruptive behaviour.
Narian Noory
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am passionate about normalising the role of therapy in supporting individuals to create change and growth. This stance has in part, stemmed from experiences I've accrued across Public Mental Health in both Acute and Community mental health. I've has also had experience in Private Practice, Private Mental health hospitals in both Inpatient and Outpatient programs.
I am passionate about normalising the role of therapy in supporting individuals to create change and growth. This stance has in part, stemmed from experiences I've accrued across Public Mental Health in both Acute and Community mental health. I've has also had experience in Private Practice, Private Mental health hospitals in both Inpatient and Outpatient programs.
Dr Jacky Wan - Multilingual Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical supervisory roles held at both hospitals and private practice. In this time I have specialised in sleep issues, sleep disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder and other clinical presentations. I am passionate about providing caring and compassionate psychological support, tailored to my individual clients. This can range from resolving painful history to promoting growth in various stages of their life. Having practiced in both Hong Kong and Australia, I speak fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical supervisory roles held at both hospitals and private practice. In this time I have specialised in sleep issues, sleep disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder and other clinical presentations. I am passionate about providing caring and compassionate psychological support, tailored to my individual clients. This can range from resolving painful history to promoting growth in various stages of their life. Having practiced in both Hong Kong and Australia, I speak fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
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Sarah Sera El-Assaad
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
I am an experienced counsellor with over 8 years of experience supporting teenagers right through to adults. I work with people experiencing difficulties in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, parenting, relationships and workplace issues. I am bilingual and work within a cultural sensitive framework.
I am an experienced counsellor with over 8 years of experience supporting teenagers right through to adults. I work with people experiencing difficulties in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, parenting, relationships and workplace issues. I am bilingual and work within a cultural sensitive framework.
Kresh Pidial
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Kresh is a registered Psychologist passionate about helping individuals live a more fulfilled life. Her collaborative, warm and supportive style enables clients to understand their current situation and the strategies needed to overcome challenges. She provides a safe space for clients to be heard and supported.
Kresh is a registered Psychologist passionate about helping individuals live a more fulfilled life. Her collaborative, warm and supportive style enables clients to understand their current situation and the strategies needed to overcome challenges. She provides a safe space for clients to be heard and supported.
Azita Abdollahian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
Antonia Saunokonoko
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, alcoholism or an addiction? Or are you already in recovery but experiencing high anxiety, coming up against obstacles in relationships, or finding your emotions overwhelming? If you're ready for change, I can provide you with the support you need to move beyond these difficulties and start living your life with purpose, peace, freedom and contentment.
Are you struggling with an eating disorder, alcoholism or an addiction? Or are you already in recovery but experiencing high anxiety, coming up against obstacles in relationships, or finding your emotions overwhelming? If you're ready for change, I can provide you with the support you need to move beyond these difficulties and start living your life with purpose, peace, freedom and contentment.
Russell Drinkwater
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? On average people wait 6 years before seeking help with a relationship problem. The longer a problem persists, the greater the resentment builds towards your partner. •Individual and/or couples counselling to help people manage conflict. •Training in communication skills. •Helping to re-build trust after an affair. •Helping individuals to cope with separation/divorce. •Helping clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. •Helping men who are struggling. •Bereavement counselling• Grief and loss counselling.
Are you feeling unhappy about your relationship? Are you arguing about the same issues and unable to reach a solution? On average people wait 6 years before seeking help with a relationship problem. The longer a problem persists, the greater the resentment builds towards your partner. •Individual and/or couples counselling to help people manage conflict. •Training in communication skills. •Helping to re-build trust after an affair. •Helping individuals to cope with separation/divorce. •Helping clients who have anxiety, depression or stress. •Helping men who are struggling. •Bereavement counselling• Grief and loss counselling.
Payton Soussa
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist who works with adolescents and adults. I help people navigate various mental and physical health challenges, (often both at the same time!), including anxiety, depression, chronic illness, pain, ARFID/eating difficulties, trauma, functional disorders and substance use. With experience working in both private practice and adult and pediatric hospitals (in Canberra and Sydney), I provide individualised therapy to meet the unique needs of my clients. Using telehealth, I support people from all over Australia.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist who works with adolescents and adults. I help people navigate various mental and physical health challenges, (often both at the same time!), including anxiety, depression, chronic illness, pain, ARFID/eating difficulties, trauma, functional disorders and substance use. With experience working in both private practice and adult and pediatric hospitals (in Canberra and Sydney), I provide individualised therapy to meet the unique needs of my clients. Using telehealth, I support people from all over Australia.
Stephen Moore
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Inner Strength Therapy offers counselling in Sydney for trauma and anxiety to individuals and couples who are finding life challenging and stressful due to adverse past trauma. We address and treat a wide range of mental health issues including mood and anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Counselling and Therapy are about healing and finding your way again towards a life of contentment and purpose. Sometimes this comes down to simply talking it out with an understanding and perceptive person trained in areas of counselling.
Inner Strength Therapy offers counselling in Sydney for trauma and anxiety to individuals and couples who are finding life challenging and stressful due to adverse past trauma. We address and treat a wide range of mental health issues including mood and anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Counselling and Therapy are about healing and finding your way again towards a life of contentment and purpose. Sometimes this comes down to simply talking it out with an understanding and perceptive person trained in areas of counselling.
Tara Trewartha
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds, and pride myself on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space. I am passionate about helping people to build on their individual strengths and develop new skills. If you are hoping to experience a greater quality of life, find some direction, or achieve your goals, it would be a privilege for me to offer you guidance and support.
I enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds, and pride myself on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space. I am passionate about helping people to build on their individual strengths and develop new skills. If you are hoping to experience a greater quality of life, find some direction, or achieve your goals, it would be a privilege for me to offer you guidance and support.
Pikria Meladze
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, parent-adult child estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD. I also offer supervision to fully registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists.
I primarily work with older adolescents aged 16+ years and professional adults wanting help with adjustment to parenthood, ADHD, anxiety, body image/dysmorphia, depression, eating disorders, OCD, parent-adult child estrangement, stress and work-related burnout, childhood trauma and PTSD. I also offer supervision to fully registered Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Sydney, NSW
800+
Average cost per session
$175
Counsellors in Sydney, NSW who prioritize treating:
89% | Anxiety |
83% | Depression |
80% | Stress |
78% | Self Esteem |
77% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
64% | Medicare Rebates |
51% | Bupa |
44% | Medibank Private |
How Counsellors in Sydney, NSW see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Sydney?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, suburb, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.