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Counsellor, MA, AASW

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Available both in-person and online
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Maybe you’re tired of repeating the same arguments, feeling anxious, or letting old wounds control your present. Anxiety, overthinking, or disconnection doesn’t have to define your life. I help individuals and couples break unhealthy cycles, face what’s holding them back, and build authentic connections. Therapy is about change — finding your voice, reclaiming your confidence, and moving forward with strength.
My approach is warm, honest, and practical. Together we’ll slow things down, explore the emotions and patterns that keep you stuck, and create new ways to cope and connect. Clients often say they feel both supported and gently challenged, which allows them to grow in meaningful ways.
For more than 15 years, I’ve supported individuals and couples through anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My focus is on creating a safe, honest space where you can be yourself, explore what’s holding you back, and learn new ways to feel calmer, stronger, and more connected.
Call or Nina Sawyer now for a free 15 minute consultation - (02) 9158 6175

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Corrimal, NSW 2518

(02) 9158 6175

Hope and Grow

242 Princes Highway

Suite 5

Corrimal, NSW 2518 map

My website
I focus on Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (02) 9158 6175
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Corrimal, NSW 2518

(02) 9158 6175

Hope and Grow

242 Princes Highway

Suite 5

Corrimal, NSW 2518 map

My website
I focus on Relationship Issues, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
$120 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash, Mastercard, Visa
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Private fees plus EAP services with a number of employers in the Illawarra. Sorry No Medicare Rebate
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6175
"
Private fees plus EAP services with a number of employers in the Illawarra. Sorry No Medicare Rebate
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6175

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Association of Social Workers Nina Sawyer
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Flinders University Master's in Social Work, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from ACAP in Soical Science/Counselling Degree Applied Soical Science / 2012
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Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (02) 9158 6175
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (02) 9158 6175

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety

Practice Areas

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 9158 6175
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (02) 9158 6175

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Emotional Focus Couples Therapy
  • Emotional freedom technique (EFT) Tapping
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centred
  • Relational
  • Schema Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide on the best path forward for your unique situation. I'll help you learn new ways to manage thoughts and emotions, giving you Hope for recovery while supporting your Growth in strength.
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6175
"
In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and decide on the best path forward for your unique situation. I'll help you learn new ways to manage thoughts and emotions, giving you Hope for recovery while supporting your Growth in strength.
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (02) 9158 6175

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Corrimal, NSW 2518

(02) 9158 6175

Additional Location

Hope and Grow

242 Princes Highway

Suite 5

Corrimal, NSW 2518

(02) 9158 6175
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6175
Photo of Nina Sawyer, Counsellor, MA, AASW
Nina Sawyer
Counsellor, MA, AASW
Call for a free consultation now - (02) 9158 6175