Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Ballina, NSW

Liesl Sellers - Bangalow Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
The foundation of my work lies in the therapeutic relationship I have with my clients during our sessions. Grounded in the principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, I provide a safe, supportive space based on trust and authenticity. I believe in a client centred approach, meeting you where you are, and working together to support you in your growth process.
(02) 5602 4007 View (02) 5602 4007
Madison Lee Alldridge
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
My therapeutic approach combines cognitive restructuring, mindfulness-based practices, emotion-focused interventions, and somatic techniques. I support clients in understanding the underlying factors shaping their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while building greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and confidence in navigating life's challenges.
I work with adolescents (13+) and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low mood, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
My therapeutic approach combines cognitive restructuring, mindfulness-based practices, emotion-focused interventions, and somatic techniques. I support clients in understanding the underlying factors shaping their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while building greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and confidence in navigating life's challenges.
(08) 6800 1032 View (08) 6800 1032
Georgia Simmons
Psychotherapist, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
With a particular interest in working with attachment and relational issues, I also help clients navigate anxiety, stress, depression, difficult life transitions, grief & loss and addictive behaviours.
Hi, I'm Georgia, I'm a psychotherapist who works with individuals and groups. In therapy my central aim is to understand you and the challenges that you face, support the change you seek and a life that is meaningful to you. I provide a safe, supportive environment for clients and I regard each individual's experience with respect and curiosity. I believe that therapy can support meaningful, long lasting change through fostering self understanding, agency, trust and compassion for one's whole experience.
With a particular interest in working with attachment and relational issues, I also help clients navigate anxiety, stress, depression, difficult life transitions, grief & loss and addictive behaviours.
Hi, I'm Georgia, I'm a psychotherapist who works with individuals and groups. In therapy my central aim is to understand you and the challenges that you face, support the change you seek and a life that is meaningful to you. I provide a safe, supportive environment for clients and I regard each individual's experience with respect and curiosity. I believe that therapy can support meaningful, long lasting change through fostering self understanding, agency, trust and compassion for one's whole experience.
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Suzy Gavey
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
IFS & trauma informed counselling. I am an advocate for embracing diversity within the human experience. Through Gestalt methodology, I supports individuals to inhabit themselves more fully by building personal awareness and by acting as their anchor for them where things may feel a bit rocky. There is no pressure to fix anything or even have a final destination.
IFS & trauma informed counselling. I am an advocate for embracing diversity within the human experience. Through Gestalt methodology, I supports individuals to inhabit themselves more fully by building personal awareness and by acting as their anchor for them where things may feel a bit rocky. There is no pressure to fix anything or even have a final destination.
(02) 5604 7781 View (02) 5604 7781
Clinton Power
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Ballina, NSW 2478
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
(02) 8188 3842 View (02) 8188 3842
Lili Sachinidis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am interested in working with adults who experience a range of emotional and behavioural concerns such as depression, low self esteem, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, PTSD, relational challenges, disordered eating, body image, stress, and grief & loss.
I believe in being able to express yourself authentically, without judgement. I aim to create a warm, safe space to get to know you and hear your story. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness. I work together with you.
I am interested in working with adults who experience a range of emotional and behavioural concerns such as depression, low self esteem, anxiety, perfectionism, trauma, PTSD, relational challenges, disordered eating, body image, stress, and grief & loss.
I believe in being able to express yourself authentically, without judgement. I aim to create a warm, safe space to get to know you and hear your story. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness. I work together with you.
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Giovanna Dalle Rive Carli
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Ballina, NSW 2478
I work with people experiencing a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, health and wellbeing issues, relationship difficulties, stress, work-related issues, pain management, and life challenges and transitions.
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
I work with people experiencing a range of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, health and wellbeing issues, relationship difficulties, stress, work-related issues, pain management, and life challenges and transitions.
I deeply believes in people’s innate ability to overcome their difficulties and heal. I am genuinely dedicated to supporting clients to reach their potential and live a truly fulfilling life by addressing the underlying issues and obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. I bring genuine care, warmth, and a supportive environment for clients to express their concerns.
(02) 5655 3572 View (02) 5655 3572
Justin Doran Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Ballina, NSW 2478
Waitlist for new clients
The ways we try to cope - like cutting off from things or people we value - often make us feel more sad or worried.
I bring a warm, respectful and collaborative approach to helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I recognise the importance of combining your lived experience with my expertise. I have more than a decade of experience working in acute mental health hospital settings, gaining extensive experience in managing complex mental health presentations.
The ways we try to cope - like cutting off from things or people we value - often make us feel more sad or worried.
I bring a warm, respectful and collaborative approach to helping people build healthy and meaningful lives. I recognise the importance of combining your lived experience with my expertise. I have more than a decade of experience working in acute mental health hospital settings, gaining extensive experience in managing complex mental health presentations.
(02) 5605 2537 View (02) 5605 2537
Dharini Rajaramanan - Dharini Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Ballina, NSW 2478
You may be navigating anxiety, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, people-pleasing or feeling overwhelmed by your emotions.
I use Schema Therapy and experiential approaches to explore the deeper patterns, beliefs and emotional needs underlying your difficulties. Therapy is warm and collaborative, while also gently challenging the patterns that keep you stuck. We work towards understanding yourself more deeply and relating to yourself and others differently.
You may be navigating anxiety, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, perfectionism, people-pleasing or feeling overwhelmed by your emotions.
I use Schema Therapy and experiential approaches to explore the deeper patterns, beliefs and emotional needs underlying your difficulties. Therapy is warm and collaborative, while also gently challenging the patterns that keep you stuck. We work towards understanding yourself more deeply and relating to yourself and others differently.
(02) 5662 2409 View (02) 5662 2409
Jaclyn Cunningham
Social Worker, AMHSW
Serves Area
Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life.
I am an Accredited Social Worker (AASW) and a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (ANZAED) with over 15 years’ experience across youth mental health services, schools, and specialist programs. I am trained in a range of evidence based modalities and my work is grounded in narrative therapy principles.
Therapy can support change when anxiety, depression, PTSD/c-PTSD, disordered eating or other problems are impacting your life.
I am an Accredited Social Worker (AASW) and a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (ANZAED) with over 15 years’ experience across youth mental health services, schools, and specialist programs. I am trained in a range of evidence based modalities and my work is grounded in narrative therapy principles.
(02) 6687 1683 View (02) 6687 1683
Caston Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an English born, Australian qualified psychologist who is trained to help people of all ages with their mental and emotional challenges.
I am an English born, Australian qualified psychologist who is trained to help people of all ages with their mental and emotional challenges.
(02) 5602 6931 View (02) 5602 6931
Katia Erokhina
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Certified Practicing Counsellor and Master’s-qualified Gestalt Psychotherapist, working with individuals and couples in person and online. My practice is relational and trauma-informed, with a particular interest in relationships and neurodivergence, including working with autistic adults and adults with ADHD. I take an individualised approach, recognising that people differ in how they communicate, process emotions, experience relationships and respond to their environment. As a therapist, I bring curiosity, perceptiveness and a capacity to stay engaged when things become emotionally complex.
I am a Certified Practicing Counsellor and Master’s-qualified Gestalt Psychotherapist, working with individuals and couples in person and online. My practice is relational and trauma-informed, with a particular interest in relationships and neurodivergence, including working with autistic adults and adults with ADHD. I take an individualised approach, recognising that people differ in how they communicate, process emotions, experience relationships and respond to their environment. As a therapist, I bring curiosity, perceptiveness and a capacity to stay engaged when things become emotionally complex.
(02) 5603 2107 View (02) 5603 2107
Anna Mavay
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
Anna has extensive knowledge, experience and expertise in the area of mental health, trauma, relationships, neurodiversity and addiction. Anna’s approach to therapy is psychodynamic, holistic, eclectic and compassionate. Anna will gently support you to uncover unresolved feelings and issues that keep you stuck, repeating negative patterns, which can cause issues such as anxiety, depression, co-dependence, chronic worry, anger, perfectionism, difficult relationships, low self esteem, loneliness and addiction. Anna has extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families.
(02) 5603 6198 View (02) 5603 6198
Emily Toner
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Others are carrying climate grief, anxiety or uncertainty about the future.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 14+ years’ experience in psychology, wellbeing and behaviour change. I offer evidence-based therapy that is warm, practical and collaborative, drawing on ACT, mindfulness, MBCT, self-compassion, and behavioural science. I’ll help you understand yourself more deeply, develop practical tools and create meaningful change.
Others are carrying climate grief, anxiety or uncertainty about the future.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 14+ years’ experience in psychology, wellbeing and behaviour change. I offer evidence-based therapy that is warm, practical and collaborative, drawing on ACT, mindfulness, MBCT, self-compassion, and behavioural science. I’ll help you understand yourself more deeply, develop practical tools and create meaningful change.
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Zen Coaching
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We help people deal with stress, anxiety and depression and focus on purpose and values.
With a proven record of success in education for over twenty years, Ben demonstrates exemplary professionalism, outstanding interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people perform at their peak. A certified Master of Coaching Psychology from The University of Sydney and a double degree in Education ensures Ben is well researched and informed when it comes to coaching people to be better.
We help people deal with stress, anxiety and depression and focus on purpose and values.
With a proven record of success in education for over twenty years, Ben demonstrates exemplary professionalism, outstanding interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people perform at their peak. A certified Master of Coaching Psychology from The University of Sydney and a double degree in Education ensures Ben is well researched and informed when it comes to coaching people to be better.
(02) 5657 4179 View (02) 5657 4179
Inga Rodenberg - Myocum-Mullumbimby
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you finding you yourself in any of the following points? • You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging. • You are finding yourself in endlessly repeating loops in your relationships with partners or friends. • You are grieving the loss of a relationship. • You are experiencing life transitions such as menopause. • You feel an urgency to go on an inward journey of self-discovery and live more fully. I will offer you an outside perspective, supporting you to find the answers you are longing for, within yourself while providing safety and unconditional positive regard.
Are you finding you yourself in any of the following points? • You are experiencing sorrow regarding life-altering circumstances, health issues, loss of meaning, aging. • You are finding yourself in endlessly repeating loops in your relationships with partners or friends. • You are grieving the loss of a relationship. • You are experiencing life transitions such as menopause. • You feel an urgency to go on an inward journey of self-discovery and live more fully. I will offer you an outside perspective, supporting you to find the answers you are longing for, within yourself while providing safety and unconditional positive regard.
(02) 5605 0605 View (02) 5605 0605
Kylie Strelan
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to navigate anger, stress, shame, and sex and intimacy challenges. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
Hi, I’m Kylie. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space in which to gently explore challenging thoughts, feelings and experiences. I work with people who are ready to transform old patterns and habits and discover healthier ways to navigate anger, stress, shame, and sex and intimacy challenges. I have a special interest in dream exploration as a therapeutic tool, and I invite you to contact me directly or visit my website to learn more about its effectiveness for bringing clarity to the past and supporting change in the present.
(02) 5605 0139 View (02) 5605 0139
Erwin Webb Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Bringing over a decade of diverse counselling experience to the table, I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, with a particular focus on family work, couples therapy and trauma. My therapeutic toolbox includes approaches such as Logotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I guide individuals, couples and families towards understanding, growth and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Let's work together to build and strengthen what matters most; you and your loved ones.
Bringing over a decade of diverse counselling experience to the table, I specialize in addressing a wide range of concerns, with a particular focus on family work, couples therapy and trauma. My therapeutic toolbox includes approaches such as Logotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I guide individuals, couples and families towards understanding, growth and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Let's work together to build and strengthen what matters most; you and your loved ones.
(02) 5657 0829 View (02) 5657 0829
Jennifer Lalor Somatic Psychotherapy/EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
(02) 5602 4089 View (02) 5602 4089
Christopher Tricker
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
If you’re an adult (18+) struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship difficulties, alcohol and drug use, or general malaise, I can help.
My therapeutic approach is a mix of Gestalt psychotherapy and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy). I've worked at the Buttery drug rehab, ACON, NSW Health, and in private practice. I've been published in the Sydney Law Review and the Journal of Gambling Studies, and I've published a translation of the Daoist classic, the Chuang Tzu.
If you’re an adult (18+) struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship difficulties, alcohol and drug use, or general malaise, I can help.
My therapeutic approach is a mix of Gestalt psychotherapy and ACT (acceptance and commitment therapy). I've worked at the Buttery drug rehab, ACON, NSW Health, and in private practice. I've been published in the Sydney Law Review and the Journal of Gambling Studies, and I've published a translation of the Daoist classic, the Chuang Tzu.
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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.