Addiction Counselling in Bondi Junction, NSW
I have over 20 years experience helping adults and young people with mental health and/or substance use issues.
Are you feeling overly anxious, having low or changeable moods? Or perhaps you are finding it hard to focus and are feeling lonely or isolated? Are you using substances more than you would like to? Are you experiencing low self esteem and a sense of shame? Do you find it hard to know what you need? Are you being impacted by past experiences and relationships more than you would like to be? Would you like to improve your current relationship with yourself and others? Would you prefer to be less anxious and/or depressed and in turn feel more motivated to do the things that are important to you?
I have over 20 years experience helping adults and young people with mental health and/or substance use issues.
Are you feeling overly anxious, having low or changeable moods? Or perhaps you are finding it hard to focus and are feeling lonely or isolated? Are you using substances more than you would like to? Are you experiencing low self esteem and a sense of shame? Do you find it hard to know what you need? Are you being impacted by past experiences and relationships more than you would like to be? Would you like to improve your current relationship with yourself and others? Would you prefer to be less anxious and/or depressed and in turn feel more motivated to do the things that are important to you?
I work with clients from diverse backgrounds experiencing:
• Trauma and PTSD
• Domestic and family violence
• Anxiety, depression and emotional dysregulation
• Relationship breakdowns and identity loss
• Substance use and recovery
• Justice system impacts (including survivors and perpetrators of violence)
Clinical Multicultural Psychotherapist
Director of PsychCounselling Services;
Approved Victim Services Counsellor;
- With over 20 years of global experience, I offer trauma-informed, culturally attuned therapy for individuals navigating life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate, client-centred, and practical—focused on helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Victim Services clients may be eligible for fully funded therapy.
I work with clients from diverse backgrounds experiencing:
• Trauma and PTSD
• Domestic and family violence
• Anxiety, depression and emotional dysregulation
• Relationship breakdowns and identity loss
• Substance use and recovery
• Justice system impacts (including survivors and perpetrators of violence)
Clinical Multicultural Psychotherapist
Director of PsychCounselling Services;
Approved Victim Services Counsellor;
- With over 20 years of global experience, I offer trauma-informed, culturally attuned therapy for individuals navigating life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate, client-centred, and practical—focused on helping you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Victim Services clients may be eligible for fully funded therapy.
DY Psychology | Dana Yalouz Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I have supported people across their lifespan in navigating their unique mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance use, neurodiversity and more.
I have a special interest in supporting individuals to safely process traumas.I use a parts-based approach with EMDR Therapy to help clients reprocess past negative experiences. I am also trained in the following evidence-based therapies; CBT, DBT, ACT and Schema Therapy.
I have supported people across their lifespan in navigating their unique mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationships, substance use, neurodiversity and more.
I have a special interest in supporting individuals to safely process traumas.I use a parts-based approach with EMDR Therapy to help clients reprocess past negative experiences. I am also trained in the following evidence-based therapies; CBT, DBT, ACT and Schema Therapy.
He also has extensive experience working with ADHD, depression, anger, grief, insomnia, persistent pain, addiction, and personality disorder
Matthew employs evidence-based treatments tailored to client needs, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and schema therapy.
He also has extensive experience working with ADHD, depression, anger, grief, insomnia, persistent pain, addiction, and personality disorder
Matthew employs evidence-based treatments tailored to client needs, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), motivational interviewing, and schema therapy.
Stress affects our work performance and our personal relationships, creating both anxiety and depression which impact our coping mechanisms and can lead to addiction.
I am a Masters qualified Gestalt therapist. My work is highly relational and I bring over fifteen years experience in the field of working therapeutically with clients. I have a warm persona and am committed to working with all adults in a non-judgemental, supportive and empathic way.
Stress affects our work performance and our personal relationships, creating both anxiety and depression which impact our coping mechanisms and can lead to addiction.
I am a Masters qualified Gestalt therapist. My work is highly relational and I bring over fifteen years experience in the field of working therapeutically with clients. I have a warm persona and am committed to working with all adults in a non-judgemental, supportive and empathic way.
Expertise with Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, Vaginismus, Painful Sex, Desire Discrepancy, Porn Addiction, Sex Addiction, Couples Counselling, General Counselling.
I have been in private practice since 2006 with thousands of client hours under my belt. I have completed a Master of Health Science (Sexual Health) at the University of Sydney, I have also completed a 2nd Master Degree being a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs & Sexual Health)(Sydney School of Medicine)(Usyd). I work with couples and individuals.
Expertise with Erectile Dysfunction, Premature Ejaculation, Vaginismus, Painful Sex, Desire Discrepancy, Porn Addiction, Sex Addiction, Couples Counselling, General Counselling.
I have been in private practice since 2006 with thousands of client hours under my belt. I have completed a Master of Health Science (Sexual Health) at the University of Sydney, I have also completed a 2nd Master Degree being a Master of Science in Medicine (HIV, STIs & Sexual Health)(Sydney School of Medicine)(Usyd). I work with couples and individuals.
I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression.
My empathetic listening style gives clients the freedom to explore their background and life experiences, and to normalise and value the unique life they have. Not denying the pain and difficulties of life, I work to enable perspective change that contributes to healing, emotional growth and resilience.
I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression.
My empathetic listening style gives clients the freedom to explore their background and life experiences, and to normalise and value the unique life they have. Not denying the pain and difficulties of life, I work to enable perspective change that contributes to healing, emotional growth and resilience.
My experience is working with clients experiencing:
- Significant life changes
- Grief or loss
- Overwhelm
- Anxiety or depression
- Difficult relationships
- Persistent health challenges
- Unhelpful patterns of behaviour including addiction to drugs or alcohol
- Childhood, past or current trauma
My priority is to develop a safe, trusting relationship to support your exploration of what is challenging you.
I combine various talk therapy approaches with Somatic Experiencing (SE) techniques. SE is a trauma-healing approach that leverages the body's innate ability to process and release stress to restore nervous system balance.
My experience is working with clients experiencing:
- Significant life changes
- Grief or loss
- Overwhelm
- Anxiety or depression
- Difficult relationships
- Persistent health challenges
- Unhelpful patterns of behaviour including addiction to drugs or alcohol
- Childhood, past or current trauma
My priority is to develop a safe, trusting relationship to support your exploration of what is challenging you.
I combine various talk therapy approaches with Somatic Experiencing (SE) techniques. SE is a trauma-healing approach that leverages the body's innate ability to process and release stress to restore nervous system balance.
I offer psychotherapy to people struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, behavioural addictions, trauma-stress-related and physical health problems.
I’m Eric and I moved to Australia eight years ago from Brazil. I am an AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-stress related issues, substance and non- substance-related addictive disorders, relationship and low self-esteem issues, and LGBTIQA+ minority stress.
I offer psychotherapy to people struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, behavioural addictions, trauma-stress-related and physical health problems.
I’m Eric and I moved to Australia eight years ago from Brazil. I am an AASW Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. I have experience supporting individuals with anxiety disorders, depression, trauma-stress related issues, substance and non- substance-related addictive disorders, relationship and low self-esteem issues, and LGBTIQA+ minority stress.
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.
She also has worked with clients helping them with relationship difficulties, sleep difficulties, substance abuse and major life changes.
Suki is skilled using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
She also has worked with clients helping them with relationship difficulties, sleep difficulties, substance abuse and major life changes.
Suki is skilled using evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I work from- Performance, Integration, Nutrition and physical health, Relationships, Brain fog, Gut issues, Stress, Addiction, Sports and Burnout.
For self-esteem, confidence, relationship health and health and wellness. I have worked for over 8 years with clients of all ages and I do not believe in any one size fits all approach. Together we can help to motivate you on your best path, with clarity and direction, I have worked as both a nutritionist and yoga instructor and believe in mental fortitude, kind words and self empowerment. Appointments can be walk and talk (phone) and online.
I work from- Performance, Integration, Nutrition and physical health, Relationships, Brain fog, Gut issues, Stress, Addiction, Sports and Burnout.
For self-esteem, confidence, relationship health and health and wellness. I have worked for over 8 years with clients of all ages and I do not believe in any one size fits all approach. Together we can help to motivate you on your best path, with clarity and direction, I have worked as both a nutritionist and yoga instructor and believe in mental fortitude, kind words and self empowerment. Appointments can be walk and talk (phone) and online.
I see families, for psychoeducation & coping skills who have loved ones experiencing addiction, risk behaviours/suicide/suicide bereavement.
Books opened -20+ years of friendly clinical experience in Assessment & Therapy. New profile coming soon. Therapies: Interpersonal therapy, Trauma-informed therapy, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, IFS, CBT, M-CBT, Psychoeducation/counselling for families bereaved by suicide, Treatment for Addiction, Health psychology specialising in Women's Health issues
I see families, for psychoeducation & coping skills who have loved ones experiencing addiction, risk behaviours/suicide/suicide bereavement.
Books opened -20+ years of friendly clinical experience in Assessment & Therapy. New profile coming soon. Therapies: Interpersonal therapy, Trauma-informed therapy, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, IFS, CBT, M-CBT, Psychoeducation/counselling for families bereaved by suicide, Treatment for Addiction, Health psychology specialising in Women's Health issues
Julie is a practising clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist, having been practising for over 13 years. She has a depth of practical experience in working with clients in both short and long-terms contexts. She works from a person centred and client focused framework. Julie subscribes to the client as the expert in their own life. Her professional approach is one of empowering the individual to achieve greater independence, improved mental health and positive well-being. Her areas of focus have been centred on how historic traumatic events impact people in their present-day relationships and sense of self-worth.
Julie is a practising clinical Counsellor/Psychotherapist, having been practising for over 13 years. She has a depth of practical experience in working with clients in both short and long-terms contexts. She works from a person centred and client focused framework. Julie subscribes to the client as the expert in their own life. Her professional approach is one of empowering the individual to achieve greater independence, improved mental health and positive well-being. Her areas of focus have been centred on how historic traumatic events impact people in their present-day relationships and sense of self-worth.
I am a qualified Gestalt and Somatic psychotherapist, as well as a clinical supervisor.
I am specialising in working with people who have experienced Early Childhood Developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Using a blend of modalities, I tap into personal awareness, freedom, and self-direction.
My attention is focused on an intuitive, creative, and spontaneous process that centres on what is happening in the present moment between me and the client. Working somatically, I focus on the connection between the MIND and BODY to address mental and emotional health issues, especially trauma.
I am a qualified Gestalt and Somatic psychotherapist, as well as a clinical supervisor.
I am specialising in working with people who have experienced Early Childhood Developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Using a blend of modalities, I tap into personal awareness, freedom, and self-direction.
My attention is focused on an intuitive, creative, and spontaneous process that centres on what is happening in the present moment between me and the client. Working somatically, I focus on the connection between the MIND and BODY to address mental and emotional health issues, especially trauma.
I believe we are all doing the best we can with what we've got, but sometimes we don't have the right skills or viewpoint from which to understand and resolve the issues that cause us to suffer. Our old coping strategies fail and we become stressed, depressed, anxious, isolated, angry, fed up, stuck, lost or hopeless. And there's a voice in us that says we've got to figure it out for ourselves, we mustn't burden others or others won't understand us. I'll listen deeply and work beside you to find your own answers, in a confidential, non judgemental, safe space. We all need to be seen and understood and to understand ourselves.
I believe we are all doing the best we can with what we've got, but sometimes we don't have the right skills or viewpoint from which to understand and resolve the issues that cause us to suffer. Our old coping strategies fail and we become stressed, depressed, anxious, isolated, angry, fed up, stuck, lost or hopeless. And there's a voice in us that says we've got to figure it out for ourselves, we mustn't burden others or others won't understand us. I'll listen deeply and work beside you to find your own answers, in a confidential, non judgemental, safe space. We all need to be seen and understood and to understand ourselves.
I am a trauma informed Integrative Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
I am a trauma informed Integrative Psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
I am a registered psychologist with a masters degree in psychology and over twenty years experience working with people from all walks of life. I am passionate about helping them overcome stress, anxiety, addictions and depression. I also have over 13 years experience working with couples and I am a trained couples and relationship counsellor with level two Gottman training.
I am a registered psychologist with a masters degree in psychology and over twenty years experience working with people from all walks of life. I am passionate about helping them overcome stress, anxiety, addictions and depression. I also have over 13 years experience working with couples and I am a trained couples and relationship counsellor with level two Gottman training.
Life can be perplexing at times. Psychotherapy can help. It firstly involves meeting together to understand your current experience and to foster a relationship of safety. We can then work respectfully to help you find fresh and empowering responses to the patterns and relationships that are causing stress and distress. I draw on evidence-based approaches - developmental psychology (ANZAP), mindfulness training (MBSR and MiCBT) and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These approaches harness present moment awareness and exploration to build a more compassionate and empowering relationship with yourself.
Life can be perplexing at times. Psychotherapy can help. It firstly involves meeting together to understand your current experience and to foster a relationship of safety. We can then work respectfully to help you find fresh and empowering responses to the patterns and relationships that are causing stress and distress. I draw on evidence-based approaches - developmental psychology (ANZAP), mindfulness training (MBSR and MiCBT) and Internal Family Systems Therapy. These approaches harness present moment awareness and exploration to build a more compassionate and empowering relationship with yourself.
I look forward to helping you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and ultimately feel a sense of empowerment to live an authentic meaningful life.
I look forward to helping you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and ultimately feel a sense of empowerment to live an authentic meaningful life.
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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.