Counselling in New South Wales
Ian Waugh
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Tweed Heads South, NSW 2486
I can assist individuals, couples and families struggling with mental health or relationship issues, as well as addiction.
I know it’s not always easy to reach out for counselling, but you can rest assured my counselling process and Gestalt therapy is gentle, and you’ll always be treated with the utmost respect as we work together to resolve your difficulties.
I can assist individuals, couples and families struggling with mental health or relationship issues, as well as addiction.
I know it’s not always easy to reach out for counselling, but you can rest assured my counselling process and Gestalt therapy is gentle, and you’ll always be treated with the utmost respect as we work together to resolve your difficulties.
Aaron Skilton
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086
My specialties include anxiety, OCD, depression, addiction, substance-use disorder, ADHD, and social anxiety.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar with immediate availability to begin treatment. I have broad experience in child and adult mental health and have worked in multiple treatment settings - the Centre for Emotional Health (child anxiety), St Vincent’s Hospital (adult anxiety, OCD, phobia, panic attacks, social anxiety), Westmead Children's Hospital (chronic illness, chronic pain), and the Sydney University Clinic (adult anxiety, depression, ADHD, family therapy). I currently work part-time as a psychologist at Northern Beaches Hospital.
My specialties include anxiety, OCD, depression, addiction, substance-use disorder, ADHD, and social anxiety.
I am a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar with immediate availability to begin treatment. I have broad experience in child and adult mental health and have worked in multiple treatment settings - the Centre for Emotional Health (child anxiety), St Vincent’s Hospital (adult anxiety, OCD, phobia, panic attacks, social anxiety), Westmead Children's Hospital (chronic illness, chronic pain), and the Sydney University Clinic (adult anxiety, depression, ADHD, family therapy). I currently work part-time as a psychologist at Northern Beaches Hospital.
Gabriel Tolentino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Nowra, NSW 2541
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a B Social Work, a Master in Counselling SW from the UNSW and over 20 years of experience in various sectors including mental health, addiction, child protection, domestic violence, and family work, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to my work. My practice is particularly geared towards addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and problematic substance use. I employ a range of therapeutic techniques, such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Couple and Family Systems Therapy.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with a B Social Work, a Master in Counselling SW from the UNSW and over 20 years of experience in various sectors including mental health, addiction, child protection, domestic violence, and family work, I bring a comprehensive and compassionate approach to my work. My practice is particularly geared towards addressing issues like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and problematic substance use. I employ a range of therapeutic techniques, such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Couple and Family Systems Therapy.
Simon van der Stap
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wolli Creek, NSW 2205 (Online Only)
I offer a warm, genuine, Person-Centred approach and have extensive clinical experience with Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Workplace Bullying, Life-Goals, Assertiveness Training and sudden, Life-Changing Events.
My name is Simon van der Stap and at Creative State Counselling and Psychotherapy, I'm passionate about helping people create the changes they want for their lives. Whether you struggle with clinical disorders such as anxiety or depression, historical issues such as trauma, self-defeating habits and behaviours that keep you stuck, lack of direction or assertiveness, or simply a desire for a richer and more meaningful life, being in a state to create lasting change is the first step. I've helped hundreds of people achieve their health, wellness, career and life-direction goals, and I look forward to working with you.
I offer a warm, genuine, Person-Centred approach and have extensive clinical experience with Substance Use Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Workplace Bullying, Life-Goals, Assertiveness Training and sudden, Life-Changing Events.
My name is Simon van der Stap and at Creative State Counselling and Psychotherapy, I'm passionate about helping people create the changes they want for their lives. Whether you struggle with clinical disorders such as anxiety or depression, historical issues such as trauma, self-defeating habits and behaviours that keep you stuck, lack of direction or assertiveness, or simply a desire for a richer and more meaningful life, being in a state to create lasting change is the first step. I've helped hundreds of people achieve their health, wellness, career and life-direction goals, and I look forward to working with you.
Andrew McPherson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Chatswood, NSW 2067
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. I aim to provide an empathetic and warm approach to help people improve their mental health and their quality of life.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. I aim to provide an empathetic and warm approach to help people improve their mental health and their quality of life.
Kurt Bayly
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
Jon Farham
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Wamberal, NSW 2260
If you feel that you are struggling with your mental well-being, feel disconnected from yourself, others, or life, or have an issue with substance use or another form of addiction, please reach out for a confidential chat.
Even though you might not always feel like it, you are the expert in your own life. Life's complexities can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and adrift, lacking purpose and direction. This can lead to adopting unhealthy coping mechanisms to avoid thoughts and feelings altogether. My approach involves treating you with empathy, acceptance, and without judgment in a practical and supportive manner. Together, we will collaborate to rediscover your strengths, nurture resilience, and unlock your potential for growth, facilitating the changes you desire. I firmly believe in the possibility of positive change.
If you feel that you are struggling with your mental well-being, feel disconnected from yourself, others, or life, or have an issue with substance use or another form of addiction, please reach out for a confidential chat.
Even though you might not always feel like it, you are the expert in your own life. Life's complexities can often leave us feeling overwhelmed, confused, and adrift, lacking purpose and direction. This can lead to adopting unhealthy coping mechanisms to avoid thoughts and feelings altogether. My approach involves treating you with empathy, acceptance, and without judgment in a practical and supportive manner. Together, we will collaborate to rediscover your strengths, nurture resilience, and unlock your potential for growth, facilitating the changes you desire. I firmly believe in the possibility of positive change.
Mathew Marchant
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parramatta, NSW 2150
Mathew is an empathic and understanding Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping clients explore their difficulties and pursue meaningful changes in their lives. He has extensive experience working with a diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, burnout, self-confidence, trauma, grief, and adjustment to major life changes. Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction. He has previously served at addiction centres and gambling clinics, including the Centre for Addiction Medicine at Cumberland Hospital. He has also facilitated training workshops in Sydney and interstate.
Mathew is an empathic and understanding Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping clients explore their difficulties and pursue meaningful changes in their lives. He has extensive experience working with a diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, burnout, self-confidence, trauma, grief, and adjustment to major life changes. Mathew has a special interest in working with addiction. He has previously served at addiction centres and gambling clinics, including the Centre for Addiction Medicine at Cumberland Hospital. He has also facilitated training workshops in Sydney and interstate.
David McCarthy Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041
I am an Addictions Specialist Therapist specialising in working with Executives. I work with executives wishing to reduce or cease their use of addictive substances and/ or behaviours. I recognise the more traditional substance abuse disorders (all drugs and alcohol). I also recognise the full spectrum of problem behaviours known as "process addictions". These include but are not limited to sex, gaming, exercise, gambling, self harm and overeating. People usually approach me because they are experiencing unmanageable associated consequences to their using such as overwhelming anxiety, depression, and relationship breakdown etc..
I am an Addictions Specialist Therapist specialising in working with Executives. I work with executives wishing to reduce or cease their use of addictive substances and/ or behaviours. I recognise the more traditional substance abuse disorders (all drugs and alcohol). I also recognise the full spectrum of problem behaviours known as "process addictions". These include but are not limited to sex, gaming, exercise, gambling, self harm and overeating. People usually approach me because they are experiencing unmanageable associated consequences to their using such as overwhelming anxiety, depression, and relationship breakdown etc..
Prakash K C
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Queanbeyan, NSW 2620
I am an experienced trauma informed and holistic therapist who has provided counselling support to - children and teenagers, adults, couples, and families - struggling with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, spiritual issues, workplace conflicts, conflict with spouse or partner, parent-child conflicts, etc.
We human possess significant resilience, yet we are very vulnerable. There are numerous stressors around us that can affect our wellbeing and can cause sadness, anger, loneliness, sense of unfulfillment, etc. Sometimes painful memories from the past don’t allow us to create new memories. Our own thoughts and beliefs work against us at times. Behaviours that were once soothing and comfortable, over time, become destructive. Coping with loss can be extremely challenging. Argument and unresolved conflicts can damage our intimate relationships. Family members not getting along can result in lot of distress. And counselling can help.
I am an experienced trauma informed and holistic therapist who has provided counselling support to - children and teenagers, adults, couples, and families - struggling with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, spiritual issues, workplace conflicts, conflict with spouse or partner, parent-child conflicts, etc.
We human possess significant resilience, yet we are very vulnerable. There are numerous stressors around us that can affect our wellbeing and can cause sadness, anger, loneliness, sense of unfulfillment, etc. Sometimes painful memories from the past don’t allow us to create new memories. Our own thoughts and beliefs work against us at times. Behaviours that were once soothing and comfortable, over time, become destructive. Coping with loss can be extremely challenging. Argument and unresolved conflicts can damage our intimate relationships. Family members not getting along can result in lot of distress. And counselling can help.
Good Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Byron Bay, NSW 2481
Trauma, complex trauma, addiction, PTSD, anxiety, depression and emotional problems are my favourite things to work with.
If you are suffering from psychological and emotional pain, or problematic behaviours, I can help you to explore, understand and resolve what is causing them. Mental illness and psychological pain is confusing and often overwhelming, but it can be resolved and recovered from.
Trauma, complex trauma, addiction, PTSD, anxiety, depression and emotional problems are my favourite things to work with.
If you are suffering from psychological and emotional pain, or problematic behaviours, I can help you to explore, understand and resolve what is causing them. Mental illness and psychological pain is confusing and often overwhelming, but it can be resolved and recovered from.
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Calm Mind Counselling Services
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bonville, NSW 2450
Savva's expertise as a Counsellor includes counselling across many areas including Grief, Loss, Addiction, Marital & Relationships.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Savva's expertise as a Counsellor includes counselling across many areas including Grief, Loss, Addiction, Marital & Relationships.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Resolve Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Avoca Beach, NSW 2251
Experienced with many issues including disability, alcohol and other substance use problems, gambling, vocation, personal injury, relationships and immediate crisis.
The issues for clients can be many and varied, single or multiple including mental health, personal crisis, relationships, poverty, employment, substances etc. Clients want to be listened to in a non judgemental manner and helped to explore their world. The want to be enabled and empowered to get things better because the current is almost unbearable
Experienced with many issues including disability, alcohol and other substance use problems, gambling, vocation, personal injury, relationships and immediate crisis.
The issues for clients can be many and varied, single or multiple including mental health, personal crisis, relationships, poverty, employment, substances etc. Clients want to be listened to in a non judgemental manner and helped to explore their world. The want to be enabled and empowered to get things better because the current is almost unbearable
Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Edgecliff, NSW 2027
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
Trevor John Armitage
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Waverley, NSW 2024
When facing personal crisis, isolation, grief, trauma, relationship stresses or mental health struggles, we all need trust, hope, and empathy. My aim is to maintain a gentle and compassionate manner and to provide a safe therapeutic space for clients to build self-esteem, acceptance, and motivation to evolve out of addiction, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties
When facing personal crisis, isolation, grief, trauma, relationship stresses or mental health struggles, we all need trust, hope, and empathy. My aim is to maintain a gentle and compassionate manner and to provide a safe therapeutic space for clients to build self-esteem, acceptance, and motivation to evolve out of addiction, depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties
Liberty Road Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Kurrajong, NSW 2758
Together with our couples work, we work extensively with those who may be experiencing difficulties with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, identity, relationship difficulties, motivation, goal setting and focus.
Our passion at Liberty Road Counselling is to walk with you as you move toward the rich and fulfilling life you desire; a life of liberty, purpose and meaning. To us, this means to be at liberty to live a life free from the domination of the troubling thoughts and emotions common to human experience. Perhaps one of the more healing experiences we can have when we are troubled or hurting, is to be with someone who is able to sit with you in your place of pain, someone who offers empathy, acceptance and a listening ear. It is our aim to build this relationship with all that come to us
Together with our couples work, we work extensively with those who may be experiencing difficulties with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, loss, identity, relationship difficulties, motivation, goal setting and focus.
Our passion at Liberty Road Counselling is to walk with you as you move toward the rich and fulfilling life you desire; a life of liberty, purpose and meaning. To us, this means to be at liberty to live a life free from the domination of the troubling thoughts and emotions common to human experience. Perhaps one of the more healing experiences we can have when we are troubled or hurting, is to be with someone who is able to sit with you in your place of pain, someone who offers empathy, acceptance and a listening ear. It is our aim to build this relationship with all that come to us
Zachary Herron
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newcastle, NSW 2300
I have experience working with broad range of psychological conditions (Anxiety Disorders; Mood Disorders; Trauma and Stress; and Substance Use), with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Life is a dynamic process. Sometimes that process is smooth and easy to navigate and sometimes it is rocky and can become very hard. For me psychology is the way towards a better understanding of the dynamic process of life and psychotherapy is a workshop to create tools, specific to you, to help you live well. I am interested in making psychology accessible to everyone by meeting you where you are at in your story.
I have experience working with broad range of psychological conditions (Anxiety Disorders; Mood Disorders; Trauma and Stress; and Substance Use), with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
Life is a dynamic process. Sometimes that process is smooth and easy to navigate and sometimes it is rocky and can become very hard. For me psychology is the way towards a better understanding of the dynamic process of life and psychotherapy is a workshop to create tools, specific to you, to help you live well. I am interested in making psychology accessible to everyone by meeting you where you are at in your story.
Tom Skotidas
Psychotherapist, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Concord, NSW 2137
In Individual Therapy, I help individuals manage and overcome mental health challenges such as Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, and Trauma.
As a Psychotherapist, I help individuals, couples, and families overcome their mental health and relationship challenges using evidence-based psychotherapy. I engage all of my clients with compassion, collaboration, and unconditional acceptance. My therapy approach enables my clients to discover their cognitive, emotional, and communication patterns, build new behaviours aligned to their core values, create meaning and purpose, and thrive.
In Individual Therapy, I help individuals manage and overcome mental health challenges such as Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, and Trauma.
As a Psychotherapist, I help individuals, couples, and families overcome their mental health and relationship challenges using evidence-based psychotherapy. I engage all of my clients with compassion, collaboration, and unconditional acceptance. My therapy approach enables my clients to discover their cognitive, emotional, and communication patterns, build new behaviours aligned to their core values, create meaning and purpose, and thrive.
Joseph Zhang
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burwood, NSW 2134
I am interested in a range of presentations including anxiety, self-esteem, relationships/attachment, substance use/addictions, depression, trauma, and personality.
I am interested in a range of presentations including anxiety, self-esteem, relationships/attachment, substance use/addictions, depression, trauma, and personality.
Crawf Weir Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I am dedicated to guiding and empowering clients as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life's most challenging transitions. Through my online service, my goal is to support individuals in healing their emotional wounds, achieving internal harmony, and unlocking the life they truly deserve. As a result of our work together, you will gain clarity on the issues you're working through, understand and appreciate your inner world, heal any wounded parts of yourself, and develop a more mindful and compassionate way forward.
I am dedicated to guiding and empowering clients as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life's most challenging transitions. Through my online service, my goal is to support individuals in healing their emotional wounds, achieving internal harmony, and unlocking the life they truly deserve. As a result of our work together, you will gain clarity on the issues you're working through, understand and appreciate your inner world, heal any wounded parts of yourself, and develop a more mindful and compassionate way forward.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.