Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Cammeray, NSW

Isabella Kidd
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
(02) 9100 0616 View (02) 9100 0616
Sophie Mellish
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
I integrate Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to help you understand the protective strategies that became necessary to help you cope.
When you've spent so long trying to keep the peace or make sense of someone else's behaviour, it's easy to lose sight of yourself. You may be navigating a relationship shaped by narcissistic traits, recovering from domestic/family violence, or managing family conflict that has left you questioning your reality. Our work together isn't about labelling or diagnosing the people in your life. Rather, making sense of what you've lived through and how it has shaped the way you see yourself and your relationships. Together, we'll gently untangle patterns like self-doubt, people pleasing, and hypervigilance with curiosity and compassion.
I integrate Internal Family Systems ( IFS) to help you understand the protective strategies that became necessary to help you cope.
When you've spent so long trying to keep the peace or make sense of someone else's behaviour, it's easy to lose sight of yourself. You may be navigating a relationship shaped by narcissistic traits, recovering from domestic/family violence, or managing family conflict that has left you questioning your reality. Our work together isn't about labelling or diagnosing the people in your life. Rather, making sense of what you've lived through and how it has shaped the way you see yourself and your relationships. Together, we'll gently untangle patterns like self-doubt, people pleasing, and hypervigilance with curiosity and compassion.
(02) 9100 0617 View (02) 9100 0617
Nina Thompson
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello. ​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
Hello. ​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
(02) 9100 0186 View (02) 9100 0186
Kelsey Hendrickson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You’ll be supported in navigating major life changes that may have left you feeling uncertain, disconnected, or challenged in your sense of self. Whether you’re facing relationship difficulties, pregnancy or postnatal issues, motherhood, or other life shifts, therapy can help you reconnect with who you are and move forward with clarity and confidence. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore how past experiences and childhood patterns have shaped your adult life, gaining insight, understanding, and tools to live more fully. I work to create a safe, embodied and client-led space for growth at my private practice in Neutral Bay.
You’ll be supported in navigating major life changes that may have left you feeling uncertain, disconnected, or challenged in your sense of self. Whether you’re facing relationship difficulties, pregnancy or postnatal issues, motherhood, or other life shifts, therapy can help you reconnect with who you are and move forward with clarity and confidence. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore how past experiences and childhood patterns have shaped your adult life, gaining insight, understanding, and tools to live more fully. I work to create a safe, embodied and client-led space for growth at my private practice in Neutral Bay.
(02) 7804 4232 View (02) 7804 4232
Chana - Couple and Relationship Therapist
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Serves Area
Hello I am Chana, I work with couples and individuals who feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns - the same arguments, the same disconnections, the same sense of not quite being heard or understood. Often, the problem isn’t a lack of love, but getting caught in cycles that leave everyone feeling frustrated, defensive, or alone. As a Couple, Family, and Relationship Therapist, I support people navigating ongoing conflict, breakdowns in communication, emotional distance, and the aftermath of ruptures in trust.
Hello I am Chana, I work with couples and individuals who feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns - the same arguments, the same disconnections, the same sense of not quite being heard or understood. Often, the problem isn’t a lack of love, but getting caught in cycles that leave everyone feeling frustrated, defensive, or alone. As a Couple, Family, and Relationship Therapist, I support people navigating ongoing conflict, breakdowns in communication, emotional distance, and the aftermath of ruptures in trust.
0448 410 144 View 0448 410 144
Silvia Roberts
Psychotherapist, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
My holistic approach to therapy blends diverse modalities, including Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, attachment theory, mindfulness and more.
Hello and welcome. Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to manage your overwhelming emotions? You might be experiencing relationship challenges causing you distress and find it difficult to express your needs and wants. Perhaps difficult past experiences impact your present circumstances leaving you feeling stuck and lonely. Or you might be concerned about your or someone else’s substance use, disordered eating, or suffering chronic pain. These experiences might leave you feeling powerless. I am here to support you in finding freedom from what holds you back and achieving true lasting transformation.
My holistic approach to therapy blends diverse modalities, including Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Somatic Experiencing, IFS, attachment theory, mindfulness and more.
Hello and welcome. Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to manage your overwhelming emotions? You might be experiencing relationship challenges causing you distress and find it difficult to express your needs and wants. Perhaps difficult past experiences impact your present circumstances leaving you feeling stuck and lonely. Or you might be concerned about your or someone else’s substance use, disordered eating, or suffering chronic pain. These experiences might leave you feeling powerless. I am here to support you in finding freedom from what holds you back and achieving true lasting transformation.
(02) 9100 0288 View (02) 9100 0288

More Therapists Nearby

John Chalmers
Psychologist, PsychD, MACPA
Sydney, NSW 2000
He draws upon a range of therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, Internal Family Systems, and Existential Therapy.
Dr John Chalmers is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA). Over the course of his training and career he has worked in a range of clinical settings, including community and hospital-based mental health services in the public and private sector in Sydney, as well as nearly a decade of clinical experience in private practice. John provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including (but not exclusively) mood, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, stress management, and exi
He draws upon a range of therapies including CBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, Internal Family Systems, and Existential Therapy.
Dr John Chalmers is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist, board-approved supervisor, and Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA). Over the course of his training and career he has worked in a range of clinical settings, including community and hospital-based mental health services in the public and private sector in Sydney, as well as nearly a decade of clinical experience in private practice. John provides assessment and treatment for a range of issues including (but not exclusively) mood, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, interpersonal difficulties, grief and loss, stress management, and exi
(02) 9100 0209 View (02) 9100 0209
Cassie Sell
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Erskineville, NSW 2043
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift. My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves. Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
You might be feeling stuck, anxious, or a bit lost - doing your best to keep going but ready for something to shift. My clients often crave being calm, connected, and having space to just be themselves. Together we slow things down, explore what’s underneath, and use creativity and nature to find steadiness and clarity again. Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical - it can feel human, grounding and real.
0488 259 326 View 0488 259 326
Jenna Tapia
Social Worker, AMHSW
West Ryde, NSW 2114
Jenna draws from a Strengths-based, Attachment, Family Systems, and Trauma-informed framework to help clients gain insight and a deeper awareness of behaviours, communication issues and interactional patterns experienced in relationships.
Jenna is a Relationship Therapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Work Counsellor with over 14 years of experience in government health services, non-government organisations and in private practice providing counselling services to people from a wide range of backgrounds with issues related to complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family relationships and functioning, parent-child attachment (particularly within the perinatal period), and neurodiversity. She has a special interest in supporting neurodiverse clients and their families to build understanding, self-awareness, and relational connection.
Jenna draws from a Strengths-based, Attachment, Family Systems, and Trauma-informed framework to help clients gain insight and a deeper awareness of behaviours, communication issues and interactional patterns experienced in relationships.
Jenna is a Relationship Therapist and Accredited Mental Health Social Work Counsellor with over 14 years of experience in government health services, non-government organisations and in private practice providing counselling services to people from a wide range of backgrounds with issues related to complex trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, family relationships and functioning, parent-child attachment (particularly within the perinatal period), and neurodiversity. She has a special interest in supporting neurodiverse clients and their families to build understanding, self-awareness, and relational connection.
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Karin Fehlmann
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Windsor, NSW 2756
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and other complex mental health concerns. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking a better understanding of themselves after previous strategies have not provided lasting change. I provide personalised, evidence-based therapy that helps clients make sense of their experiences, build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and move towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and other complex mental health concerns. Many clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking a better understanding of themselves after previous strategies have not provided lasting change. I provide personalised, evidence-based therapy that helps clients make sense of their experiences, build practical skills, strengthen resilience, and move towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
(02) 4501 7291 View (02) 4501 7291
Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
(02) 9100 0123 View (02) 9100 0123
Ronnie Adamowicz
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck, like something important is missing from your life, but you can't quite put your finger on it? Do you find it challenging to have your emotional needs met in relationships? Are you trapped in repetitive patterns, struggling to define healthy boundaries? There is a reason behind these struggles, and together, we will uncover what is holding you back, providing you with the clarity and confidence needed to turn things around. I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
Are you feeling stuck, like something important is missing from your life, but you can't quite put your finger on it? Do you find it challenging to have your emotional needs met in relationships? Are you trapped in repetitive patterns, struggling to define healthy boundaries? There is a reason behind these struggles, and together, we will uncover what is holding you back, providing you with the clarity and confidence needed to turn things around. I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
(03) 7037 6993 View (03) 7037 6993
Jo Cartledge
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
My approach is collaborative and compassionate, using ACT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I provide online counselling and telehealth therapy for adults and couples across Australia. I support people experiencing grief, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and relationship difficulties to improve emotional regulation, strengthen connection, and manage daily life more effectively, including NDIS participants.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate, using ACT, CBT, IFS, and mindfulness-based therapies.
I provide online counselling and telehealth therapy for adults and couples across Australia. I support people experiencing grief, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and relationship difficulties to improve emotional regulation, strengthen connection, and manage daily life more effectively, including NDIS participants.
(02) 8403 2225 View (02) 8403 2225
SoulShine Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it can be difficult to carry everything on your own. Having a space where you feel heard and understood can make a meaningful difference. I’m Sri, an ACA Level 2 registered counsellor and founder of SoulShine Counselling. I offer a supportive space to explore what you are going through at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in respect, empathy, and collaboration. I provide counselling primarily in English, and can also offer sessions in Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. Please reach out if you would like to explore counselling.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it can be difficult to carry everything on your own. Having a space where you feel heard and understood can make a meaningful difference. I’m Sri, an ACA Level 2 registered counsellor and founder of SoulShine Counselling. I offer a supportive space to explore what you are going through at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in respect, empathy, and collaboration. I provide counselling primarily in English, and can also offer sessions in Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. Please reach out if you would like to explore counselling.
(03) 8771 4425 View (03) 8771 4425
Julie Anders
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Erina, NSW 2250
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and family constellations.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
My approach is trauma-informed and along with my post graduate studies in counselling and psychotherapy, combines a number of holistic and integrative approaches such as Process-Oriented Psychology (Process Work), somatic therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and family constellations.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
(02) 4306 7106 View (02) 4306 7106
Amanda Joy Robb
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
EMDR/Trauma-Informed/CBT/Narrative Therapies & Clinical Supervision Offered. Joy Through Therapy is founded by Amanda Joy Robb, a renowned and innovative Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. Amanda specialises in Trauma, Sexology, Sexual Health and Relationships, and Supervision. Throughout these three domains, Amanda offers services for Trauma based Therapies, Sex & Relationship Therapy and Clinical Individual and Group Supervision, as well as Consultation training services.
EMDR/Trauma-Informed/CBT/Narrative Therapies & Clinical Supervision Offered. Joy Through Therapy is founded by Amanda Joy Robb, a renowned and innovative Registered Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. Amanda specialises in Trauma, Sexology, Sexual Health and Relationships, and Supervision. Throughout these three domains, Amanda offers services for Trauma based Therapies, Sex & Relationship Therapy and Clinical Individual and Group Supervision, as well as Consultation training services.
(02) 9158 6068 View (02) 9158 6068
Zhamilya's Counseling
Counsellor, PACFA
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career. I find that so many of my clients echo this search – in addition to wanting to address their day-to-day life struggles – they are searching for something more. And this is where I love to be, fully attentive, empathising with my clients but most of all working alongside them to explore ways of improving all aspects of their lives, be that work, relationships, childhood attachment wounds or trauma.
I am super passionate about my work as a Counsellor after many years of working in the corporate world left me searching for a more fulfilling and meaningful career. I find that so many of my clients echo this search – in addition to wanting to address their day-to-day life struggles – they are searching for something more. And this is where I love to be, fully attentive, empathising with my clients but most of all working alongside them to explore ways of improving all aspects of their lives, be that work, relationships, childhood attachment wounds or trauma.
(03) 9994 1757 View (03) 9994 1757
Jessica Cove Holistic Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
(07) 5240 9171 View (07) 5240 9171
Vanessa Kredler
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Online Only
My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
Tired of "food noise" or emotional burnout? Trapped in compulsive habits with food, drinking, Internet use, overspending or overworking just to get by? Maybe you have external success but feel anxious, stuck, or empty? You are welcome here. Many of my clients are individuals navigating complex trauma or active addictions. I specialise in supporting those with food addiction, binge eating and compulsive eating. Some of my clients are on metabolic health and weight loss journeys, including GLP-1 medications. I support them in building sustainable lifestyle changes, including emotion and nervous system regulation.
My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and deeply rooted in Internal Family Systems ( IFS).
Tired of "food noise" or emotional burnout? Trapped in compulsive habits with food, drinking, Internet use, overspending or overworking just to get by? Maybe you have external success but feel anxious, stuck, or empty? You are welcome here. Many of my clients are individuals navigating complex trauma or active addictions. I specialise in supporting those with food addiction, binge eating and compulsive eating. Some of my clients are on metabolic health and weight loss journeys, including GLP-1 medications. I support them in building sustainable lifestyle changes, including emotion and nervous system regulation.
(02) 9158 6679 View (02) 9158 6679
Elisa Ajuria
Counsellor, PACFA
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a compassionate counsellor dedicated to assist in a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationships difficulties, grief, trauma, gender identity and more. I work from a solution-focused approach, helping clients identify their strengths, set meaningful goals, and create practical steps toward change. I integrate mindfulness throughout my practice, supporting clients to build awareness, regulate emotions, and develop compassion. I am dedicated to providing affordable counselling.
I am a compassionate counsellor dedicated to assist in a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationships difficulties, grief, trauma, gender identity and more. I work from a solution-focused approach, helping clients identify their strengths, set meaningful goals, and create practical steps toward change. I integrate mindfulness throughout my practice, supporting clients to build awareness, regulate emotions, and develop compassion. I am dedicated to providing affordable counselling.
0478 548 593 View 0478 548 593
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.

How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.

Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.

How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.