Art Therapy Psychologists and Therapists in Carlingford, NSW
I use a flexible, evidence-based approach, including CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Art Therapy.
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
I use a flexible, evidence-based approach, including CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Art Therapy.
I am an educational and developmental psychologist with a particular interest in childhood, adolescent, and adult mental health, resilience building, and positive well-being. I practise from my clinic and provide specialised support to clients of all ages, empowering them to work through and achieve their treatment goals in a caring and safe environment.
I draw from narrative, psychodynamic, and person-centred therapies, integrating Art Therapy when it feels helpful.
Life can look fine on the outside, while feeling overwhelming on the inside.
You may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, or a quiet sense that you've lost touch with yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long coping that you're no longer sure what feeling okay is supposed to look like.
Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, strengthen your emotional resilience, and help you move towards a life that feels more grounded, meaningful and authentic.
I draw from narrative, psychodynamic, and person-centred therapies, integrating Art Therapy when it feels helpful.
Life can look fine on the outside, while feeling overwhelming on the inside.
You may be carrying anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, or a quiet sense that you've lost touch with yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long coping that you're no longer sure what feeling okay is supposed to look like.
Together, we'll work to understand what's keeping you stuck, strengthen your emotional resilience, and help you move towards a life that feels more grounded, meaningful and authentic.
I believe that therapy is a necessity for every individual, regardless of their age, gender, or circumstances. Everybody has a story, and every story needs to be heard by a willing ear, understood with no judgement, shared in a safe environment, and respected. I aim to deliver a positive outcome for individuals, allowing them to further better their lives today, tomorrow and in their futures using a holistic and person-centred approach. I help my patients in building self-awareness, confidence, and understanding and empowering them to regain control of their lives, allowing positive choices, providing a sense of direction.
I believe that therapy is a necessity for every individual, regardless of their age, gender, or circumstances. Everybody has a story, and every story needs to be heard by a willing ear, understood with no judgement, shared in a safe environment, and respected. I aim to deliver a positive outcome for individuals, allowing them to further better their lives today, tomorrow and in their futures using a holistic and person-centred approach. I help my patients in building self-awareness, confidence, and understanding and empowering them to regain control of their lives, allowing positive choices, providing a sense of direction.
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
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I’m Jessika, a trauma-informed counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the Australian Counselling Association. I offer a calm, steady, thoughtful space for therapeutic work, drawing on talk therapy and body-based awareness to support clients in developing insight, safety and emotional resilience.
I have a strong background in trauma recovery including domestic violence and sexual assault as well as anxiety, depression and grief and loss. My practice is shaped by extensive professional experience, ongoing training and a person-centred commitment to meeting clients with care, depth and clinical integrity.
I’m Jessika, a trauma-informed counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the Australian Counselling Association. I offer a calm, steady, thoughtful space for therapeutic work, drawing on talk therapy and body-based awareness to support clients in developing insight, safety and emotional resilience.
I have a strong background in trauma recovery including domestic violence and sexual assault as well as anxiety, depression and grief and loss. My practice is shaped by extensive professional experience, ongoing training and a person-centred commitment to meeting clients with care, depth and clinical integrity.
We can also explore Art Therapy for self-expression and healing.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship challenges who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. My goal is to help people develop psychological flexibility, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and take meaningful action aligned with their values.
We can also explore Art Therapy for self-expression and healing.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, trauma-related difficulties, and relationship challenges who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns. My goal is to help people develop psychological flexibility, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and take meaningful action aligned with their values.
Specialisation in children, adolescents and adults in need of diagnosis, or already diagnosed, higher functioning autism spectrum conditions, including those associated with (diagnosed) chromosomal abnormalities, and their parents or partners. Issues may be that the individual requires a formal diagnosis, intervention, intervention guidance, relationship guidance or parenting guidance.
Specialisation in children, adolescents and adults in need of diagnosis, or already diagnosed, higher functioning autism spectrum conditions, including those associated with (diagnosed) chromosomal abnormalities, and their parents or partners. Issues may be that the individual requires a formal diagnosis, intervention, intervention guidance, relationship guidance or parenting guidance.
She draws on evidence-based approaches including CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Art Therapy to help clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, and build resilience.
Vivijana supports children, adolescents, and adults navigating life’s challenges who are looking for a safe and supportive space to talk. Clients often seek counselling for anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, confidence and self-esteem, relationship or family difficulties, parenting concerns, or major life transitions. Some are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Vivijana works collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and build confidence so they can create meaningful and lasting changes in their lives.
She draws on evidence-based approaches including CBT, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Art Therapy to help clients gain insight, strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, and build resilience.
Vivijana supports children, adolescents, and adults navigating life’s challenges who are looking for a safe and supportive space to talk. Clients often seek counselling for anxiety, stress, emotional regulation, confidence and self-esteem, relationship or family difficulties, parenting concerns, or major life transitions. Some are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Vivijana works collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, develop practical coping strategies, and build confidence so they can create meaningful and lasting changes in their lives.
Children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, or life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle to express themselves. Through trauma-informed, person-centred, play-based and equine-assisted therapy, we create a safe, supportive space that builds trust, emotional regulation, and self-awareness—helping clients reconnect with themselves and move forward with confidence.
Children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional dysregulation, or life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle to express themselves. Through trauma-informed, person-centred, play-based and equine-assisted therapy, we create a safe, supportive space that builds trust, emotional regulation, and self-awareness—helping clients reconnect with themselves and move forward with confidence.
When it comes to my ‘therapy toolbox’, I have an interest in ACT, art, psychodynamic, and emotionally focused therapies.
I specialise in belonging, identity, and relationship issues that include attachment wounds, complex family of origin stories, and life after divorce. I also provide support for mood issues, big life changes, sexuality, shame, and trauma. I’m most passionate about making sure my clients are seen as full and complex — without the need to leave parts of their identity at the door.
When it comes to my ‘therapy toolbox’, I have an interest in ACT, art, psychodynamic, and emotionally focused therapies.
I specialise in belonging, identity, and relationship issues that include attachment wounds, complex family of origin stories, and life after divorce. I also provide support for mood issues, big life changes, sexuality, shame, and trauma. I’m most passionate about making sure my clients are seen as full and complex — without the need to leave parts of their identity at the door.
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
As an experienced counsellor, approved by Victim Support NSW, I bring a wide range of knowledge and practical solutions to the Life Circle issues that cause us to feel unsettled and confused.
If you feel like that, I would love to help you find new ways to overcome those emotions and feelings, using them as your strengths for the future.
Unpacking sad and hurtful experiences in a safe place can be the doorway to a new life.
After working as a school counsellor and welfare worker in front-line services for many years, I am confident I am able to provide best practice strategies that will bring positive outcomes.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens. With a background in Gestalt therapy and a personal understanding of AUDHD and complex trauma, I offer compassionate, creative support for sensitive souls, neurodivergent adults, overwhelmed parents, and anyone navigating life transitions or self-doubt.
I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more.
I am a great listener, with sharp perception skills, getting straight to the issues or barriers that are holding you back. I use a practical approach (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), combined with aspects of Narrative, Person-Centred, and using metaphors and art therapy techniques to help highlight areas of concern/improvement/action.
I have used CBT, IPT, Narrative Therapy, Motivational interviewing, STSFT, art therapy, and more.
I am a great listener, with sharp perception skills, getting straight to the issues or barriers that are holding you back. I use a practical approach (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), combined with aspects of Narrative, Person-Centred, and using metaphors and art therapy techniques to help highlight areas of concern/improvement/action.
Sometimes we experience a sense of stuckness in life and things can seem as though they are on a loop. We are bothered by inner resistance, doubt, restlessness, or anxiety. There may be challenges showing in our relationships, work, dreams and physical wellness. These symptoms could be signalling that something is emerging, something quite useful. It’s entirely possible that this is an invitation to grow, to learn, to change. I will support you to explore what is happening in a safe and meaningful way.
Sometimes we experience a sense of stuckness in life and things can seem as though they are on a loop. We are bothered by inner resistance, doubt, restlessness, or anxiety. There may be challenges showing in our relationships, work, dreams and physical wellness. These symptoms could be signalling that something is emerging, something quite useful. It’s entirely possible that this is an invitation to grow, to learn, to change. I will support you to explore what is happening in a safe and meaningful way.
I am a very compassionate, experienced Art Therapist with a personable approach.
I believe that getting in touch with your creativity through art therapy is a very powerful way to access ‘what you didn’t know you knew’. I can help you locate and work on what is happening for you via your creativity. This will have all kinds of positive flow-on effects that energise and uplift you.
I am a very compassionate, experienced Art Therapist with a personable approach.
I believe that getting in touch with your creativity through art therapy is a very powerful way to access ‘what you didn’t know you knew’. I can help you locate and work on what is happening for you via your creativity. This will have all kinds of positive flow-on effects that energise and uplift you.
I’m Olivia, a friendly, caring, and outgoing Registered Counsellor and ACA Approved Supervisor, dedicated to providing a warm and supportive space for clients and supervisees. With extensive experience working with diverse individuals—from children up to older adults—I am passionate about helping people navigate their emotional challenges with confidence and resilience.
My person-centered approach integrates a range of evidence-based therapies, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals and families feel safe, heard, and empowered.
I’m Olivia, a friendly, caring, and outgoing Registered Counsellor and ACA Approved Supervisor, dedicated to providing a warm and supportive space for clients and supervisees. With extensive experience working with diverse individuals—from children up to older adults—I am passionate about helping people navigate their emotional challenges with confidence and resilience.
My person-centered approach integrates a range of evidence-based therapies, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and goals. I strive to create a nurturing environment where individuals and families feel safe, heard, and empowered.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
Using evidence-based approaches, we offer individual and couples therapy, specialised child and adolescent counselling, and play therapy incorporating art, sand tray, and AutPlay techniques.
You might be experiencing anxiety or depression, seeking ways to manage ADHD or autism, or working through trauma and PTSD. Perhaps you're looking to develop a healthier relationship with food and your body, or wanting to strengthen your relationship with your partner. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, taking the first step towards change shows courage. At Olivia Hawkins Psychology, we provide compassionate psychological care across all life stages.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
My goal is to reduce the stigma around help seeking. I help people feel heard and validated by addressing issues like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, healing the inner child and attachment wounds, practising effective communication skills, changing careers and more. As a culturally and linguistically diverse therapist, I have a unique understanding of the challenges and difficulties many families face in Australia, I am here to help, guide and support. For your convenience I offer flexible hours (including evening and weekends) over video or phone. My approach is a mix of science and creativity.
I utilise art and music therapy to support clients to express themselves and mindfulness and journalling to support ongoing well being.
I have been a counsellor, case manager & youth worker since 2008. Prior to 2016 I worked primarily with young people & their families, however I can & have worked with people across the age spectrum, all with unique & varied needs. Counselling is an individual experience & I want you to feel that no matter what, your needs are important. This is why I aim to provide an accessible, affordable & sustainable service. I believe I can help you on your journey towards the best version of yourself. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult & see if you agree.
I utilise art and music therapy to support clients to express themselves and mindfulness and journalling to support ongoing well being.
I have been a counsellor, case manager & youth worker since 2008. Prior to 2016 I worked primarily with young people & their families, however I can & have worked with people across the age spectrum, all with unique & varied needs. Counselling is an individual experience & I want you to feel that no matter what, your needs are important. This is why I aim to provide an accessible, affordable & sustainable service. I believe I can help you on your journey towards the best version of yourself. Contact me for a free 15 minute phone consult & see if you agree.
At Blossoming Minds Therapy, we offer a warm, depth-oriented approach to therapy grounded in Psychosynthesis and psychodynamic psychotherapy. We support individuals, couples, families, and clinicians to explore patterns that may be shaping their relationships, wellbeing, and sense of self. By understanding how past experiences influence the present, clients can develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and more meaningful connections. Our work provides a safe and reflective space to navigate life's challenges, foster personal growth, and reconnect with purpose, authenticity, and lasting change.
At Blossoming Minds Therapy, we offer a warm, depth-oriented approach to therapy grounded in Psychosynthesis and psychodynamic psychotherapy. We support individuals, couples, families, and clinicians to explore patterns that may be shaping their relationships, wellbeing, and sense of self. By understanding how past experiences influence the present, clients can develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and more meaningful connections. Our work provides a safe and reflective space to navigate life's challenges, foster personal growth, and reconnect with purpose, authenticity, and lasting change.
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Art Therapy
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.