Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Annandale, NSW
They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress.
To help overcome this, I use a case formulation approach which involves answering four basic questions: First, what are your important life events, what happened to you? Second, how did it affect you, what impact did it have? Third, what sense did you make of it, why you? Fourth, what did you have to do to survive and did that work at the time but not now?
They could be struggling with their mood, with their fears, with addiction, with relationship issues, with stress.
To help overcome this, I use a case formulation approach which involves answering four basic questions: First, what are your important life events, what happened to you? Second, how did it affect you, what impact did it have? Third, what sense did you make of it, why you? Fourth, what did you have to do to survive and did that work at the time but not now?
Welcome - I’m Alex, a registered counsellor working together with people who want to feel more themselves.
I offer an explorative approach to therapy, inviting you to closely acquaint yourself with your inner world. In this therapeutic space, parts of yourself that have previously been hidden away, or which have been too confusing or threatening to engage with, become possible to understand and embrace through our shared curiosity. This process can bring renewed flexibility to previously rigid patterns, helping you to live with greater freedom and authenticity in the longer term.
Welcome - I’m Alex, a registered counsellor working together with people who want to feel more themselves.
I offer an explorative approach to therapy, inviting you to closely acquaint yourself with your inner world. In this therapeutic space, parts of yourself that have previously been hidden away, or which have been too confusing or threatening to engage with, become possible to understand and embrace through our shared curiosity. This process can bring renewed flexibility to previously rigid patterns, helping you to live with greater freedom and authenticity in the longer term.
Are you struggling with substances, gambling, smoking or other patterns that feel impossible to change?
I specialise in supporting people with substance use concerns such as alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, as well as behavioural patterns like gambling, gaming, and impulsivity. My approach is flexible: individual therapy, couples' counselling, family counselling, group work, or online sessions - we'll find what works best for you and your situation.
Are you struggling with substances, gambling, smoking or other patterns that feel impossible to change?
I specialise in supporting people with substance use concerns such as alcohol, drugs, and tobacco, as well as behavioural patterns like gambling, gaming, and impulsivity. My approach is flexible: individual therapy, couples' counselling, family counselling, group work, or online sessions - we'll find what works best for you and your situation.
My clients are typically seeking peace in areas of their life involving, but not limited to: Relationships; Substance Use; Parenting; Grief & Loss; Trauma; Career Management.
My approach is to agree a therapy plan with each client, based on their needs and preferences. I draw on my experience and training in therapeutic models such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT, based on client needs and always support this with a trauma-informed, person-centred and strengths-based approach.
My clients are typically seeking peace in areas of their life involving, but not limited to: Relationships; Substance Use; Parenting; Grief & Loss; Trauma; Career Management.
My approach is to agree a therapy plan with each client, based on their needs and preferences. I draw on my experience and training in therapeutic models such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT, based on client needs and always support this with a trauma-informed, person-centred and strengths-based approach.
I have decades of lived and years of clinical experience with Alcohol and Other Drugs use and abuse and the traumas that so often lead to it and arise from it.
I am trained to help people with crisis and trauma in a number of ways. EMDR works to reconnect the two brain hemispheres, providing a new way to process memories that were intrusive or holding them back in some way. I also have training in various psychological modalities (DBT, IFS, Gestalt, for example) but feel this is just therapist babble!
I have decades of lived and years of clinical experience with Alcohol and Other Drugs use and abuse and the traumas that so often lead to it and arise from it.
I am trained to help people with crisis and trauma in a number of ways. EMDR works to reconnect the two brain hemispheres, providing a new way to process memories that were intrusive or holding them back in some way. I also have training in various psychological modalities (DBT, IFS, Gestalt, for example) but feel this is just therapist babble!
Are you feeling out of touch with your truest self? Do you feel like you've achieved your goals in career or relationships but somehow still struggle with chronic burnout, relationship patterns that repeat, or a lingering sense of unmet spiritual hunger. Often my clients have done a lot of self-improvement, read the books and tried conventional methods, but these haven't touched the core of the issue. I especially work with people with chronic health issues: unexplained fatigue, autoimmune conditions, weight issues or chronic pain.
Are you feeling out of touch with your truest self? Do you feel like you've achieved your goals in career or relationships but somehow still struggle with chronic burnout, relationship patterns that repeat, or a lingering sense of unmet spiritual hunger. Often my clients have done a lot of self-improvement, read the books and tried conventional methods, but these haven't touched the core of the issue. I especially work with people with chronic health issues: unexplained fatigue, autoimmune conditions, weight issues or chronic pain.
As I work with clients who may be struggling with mood, addiction and behaviour-related concerns as it relates to a trauma history or historical concerns.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
As I work with clients who may be struggling with mood, addiction and behaviour-related concerns as it relates to a trauma history or historical concerns.
My name is Samantha, I'm an experienced counsellor and accredited Mental Health Social Worker. My work focuses on supporting adults who are feeling exhausted, stuck or overwhelmed by carrying the impacts of relational trauma and how it has shaped your relationship with yourself, others and your sense of safety in the world. Many clients I work with have experienced trauma in some form and are often burnt out by the demands of life in survival mode. I help clients to feel more grounded and connected, better understand their experiences and reduce feelings of shame and self-blame so they can live with greater ease and choice.
My clients are often navigating trauma, addiction, domestic and family violence, or life after involvement with the criminal justice system.
I bring hands-on experience across private practice, statutory child protection, and corrections-linked programs, working directly with trauma, addiction, and domestic and family violence. Sessions are trauma-informed, person-centred and eco-therapy-aware, delivered entirely by phone or video.
My clients are often navigating trauma, addiction, domestic and family violence, or life after involvement with the criminal justice system.
I bring hands-on experience across private practice, statutory child protection, and corrections-linked programs, working directly with trauma, addiction, and domestic and family violence. Sessions are trauma-informed, person-centred and eco-therapy-aware, delivered entirely by phone or video.
Common difficulties include trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, substance use, anger and emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, ADHD and grief.
My approach is trauma-informed, evidence-informed and practical. Early sessions focus on what brought you here, what has and has not helped, and what you want to be different — then we develop a plan around your goals.
I also provide independent forensic and medico-legal assessments, including Section 14, pre-sentence, risk and cognitive assessment.
Common difficulties include trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, substance use, anger and emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, ADHD and grief.
My approach is trauma-informed, evidence-informed and practical. Early sessions focus on what brought you here, what has and has not helped, and what you want to be different — then we develop a plan around your goals.
I also provide independent forensic and medico-legal assessments, including Section 14, pre-sentence, risk and cognitive assessment.
I can help you understand changes in your libido and desire, sexual urges and addictions including online porn, sexual services, social media and substance use, understanding fetishes and kinks, and pain and fear of sex and intimacy.
Many of my clients come to see me with intimate concerns that they have never shared with anyone before. I pride myself on my confidential and compassionate support, and I offer the same to you. I have postgraduate qualifications in counselling, rehabilitation, sex and relationship therapy and pain education.
I can help you understand changes in your libido and desire, sexual urges and addictions including online porn, sexual services, social media and substance use, understanding fetishes and kinks, and pain and fear of sex and intimacy.
Many of my clients come to see me with intimate concerns that they have never shared with anyone before. I pride myself on my confidential and compassionate support, and I offer the same to you. I have postgraduate qualifications in counselling, rehabilitation, sex and relationship therapy and pain education.
I support adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, burnout and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with veterans, first responders and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Together we'll explore what has brought you to this point, understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and develop practical, evidence-based strategies that help you heal, build resilience and move towards a more fulfilling life.
I support adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, burnout and life transitions. I also have extensive experience working with veterans, first responders and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Together we'll explore what has brought you to this point, understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and develop practical, evidence-based strategies that help you heal, build resilience and move towards a more fulfilling life.
Although we may be trying our hardest, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed and unable to cope, or that our lives have taken a wrong turn. We can be plagued by depression, anxiety, grief or difficult life transitions. Or we may have mental illness or trauma that continues to get in our way and stops us flourishing. If these difficulties ring true, I believe I can help you get your life and your self back. Together, we will explore where you are now, the person you want to be and the way you want to live.
Although we may be trying our hardest, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed and unable to cope, or that our lives have taken a wrong turn. We can be plagued by depression, anxiety, grief or difficult life transitions. Or we may have mental illness or trauma that continues to get in our way and stops us flourishing. If these difficulties ring true, I believe I can help you get your life and your self back. Together, we will explore where you are now, the person you want to be and the way you want to live.
I have special interests in providing therapy to adults experiencing anxiety (panic or social), often on a background of trauma or difficult childhood experiences, and sometimes with substance use.
Some people have reached their therapy goals within 10 sessions. For others, ongoing support is needed and provided across the years. As an endorsed Clinical Psychologist, the Medicare rebate if attending with a GP referral is $129.50 per session.
I have special interests in providing therapy to adults experiencing anxiety (panic or social), often on a background of trauma or difficult childhood experiences, and sometimes with substance use.
Some people have reached their therapy goals within 10 sessions. For others, ongoing support is needed and provided across the years. As an endorsed Clinical Psychologist, the Medicare rebate if attending with a GP referral is $129.50 per session.
Adult clients I see are often experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other issues such as OCD, specific phobia, panic, anger and addiction.
I am a sensitive, compassionate and down to earth EMDR therapist and Schema Therapist specialising in treating Adults experiencing a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, recovery from childhood abuse and/or neglect, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, procrastination and relationship difficulties. If you feel weighed down by the past or blocked by self-sabotaging beliefs or patterns I would be honoured to use my skills and expertise as a Clinical Psychologist to support you to heal your concerns.
Adult clients I see are often experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma or other issues such as OCD, specific phobia, panic, anger and addiction.
I am a sensitive, compassionate and down to earth EMDR therapist and Schema Therapist specialising in treating Adults experiencing a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, recovery from childhood abuse and/or neglect, self-esteem issues, perfectionism, procrastination and relationship difficulties. If you feel weighed down by the past or blocked by self-sabotaging beliefs or patterns I would be honoured to use my skills and expertise as a Clinical Psychologist to support you to heal your concerns.
Over the last ten years I have helped adults and couples work through anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and difficult life experiences. I have particular experience with cultural and migration challenges and I understand the disorientation and identity shifts of moving between cultures or starting a new chapter.
I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space for you to feel safe to share what you are going through.
Sessions are offered via telehealth, in English and Italian.
Feel welcome to reach out for a free 15-min confidential chat - I’d love to hear from you.
Over the last ten years I have helped adults and couples work through anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, and difficult life experiences. I have particular experience with cultural and migration challenges and I understand the disorientation and identity shifts of moving between cultures or starting a new chapter.
I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space for you to feel safe to share what you are going through.
Sessions are offered via telehealth, in English and Italian.
Feel welcome to reach out for a free 15-min confidential chat - I’d love to hear from you.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years of experience working in both Public Mental Health and Private Practice. I have had the privilege of meeting clients from a range of backgrounds and presenting with vastly different situations and challenges to their mental health (both in psychiatric hospitals and in the community). I see my role as one that firstly needs to create a sense of safety and comfort and secondly brings in empathic challenges so that as a team we work towards a life that has purpose and meaning. I use models of therapy that are backed by science and align with my own values.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years of experience working in both Public Mental Health and Private Practice. I have had the privilege of meeting clients from a range of backgrounds and presenting with vastly different situations and challenges to their mental health (both in psychiatric hospitals and in the community). I see my role as one that firstly needs to create a sense of safety and comfort and secondly brings in empathic challenges so that as a team we work towards a life that has purpose and meaning. I use models of therapy that are backed by science and align with my own values.
More Therapists Nearby
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.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
I am passionate about supporting thriving, connection and personal growth. Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances. Working in the here and now with what emerges in the therapeutic relationship we discover and uncover new awareness's. Some people don't like being in closed rooms and some enjoy connecting to nature ask me about my walk and talk session for grounding and re-energizing, clearing the mind of rumination, improve circulation, practice deep breathing, relieve body tension, regulate moods and decrease anxiety.
I have been a practicing Psychologist for the last 13 years, working in addictions and trauma in public health.
Areas of special interest include complex post traumatic stress disorder, addictions, depression (including post natal depression), anxiety, borderline personality disorder and poor self-esteem. I use a schema therapy approach in my practice which is an evidenced based form of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
I have been a practicing Psychologist for the last 13 years, working in addictions and trauma in public health.
Areas of special interest include complex post traumatic stress disorder, addictions, depression (including post natal depression), anxiety, borderline personality disorder and poor self-esteem. I use a schema therapy approach in my practice which is an evidenced based form of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Ingrid is registered psychologist who provides in person therapy to clients in Melbourne and online therapy to clients Australia wide. In therapy, the environment Ingrid creates is compassionate, animated and genuine. She enjoys building long-lasting and meaningful connections with clients, knowing that this can be a catalyst for a successful experience in therapy. Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational-trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Ingrid is registered psychologist who provides in person therapy to clients in Melbourne and online therapy to clients Australia wide. In therapy, the environment Ingrid creates is compassionate, animated and genuine. She enjoys building long-lasting and meaningful connections with clients, knowing that this can be a catalyst for a successful experience in therapy. Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational-trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
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Addiction Therapists
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.