Anxiety Counselling in Chatswood, NSW
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Alex Whyburn
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I have over 18 years experience working with adults and adolescents with a wide range of clinical presentations including
anxiety
and depression, grief and loss, bipolar, eating disorders, trauma and personality disorders. I am also experienced in working with the LGBTQ+ community.

MindTalk Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified
Verified
Many clients come to counselling with a hope. This hope is an opportunity for the clients to change, to become someone they want to be. Using client's strengths, counselling can help them find a new direction in their lives. Christine Kim is a clinical counsellor with a passion for, and experience in working with adolescents and adults in educational and clinical settings. For the past 20 years, she has experience working across a range of psychological issues including depression,
anxiety
disorders (generalized
anxiety
, social
anxiety
and a range of childhood
anxiety
disorders), bullying and work-related stress issues.

Andrew McPherson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including
anxiety
, depression, PTSD, and addiction. I aim to provide an empathetic and warm approach to help people improve their mental health and their quality of life.

An Chu
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
An works across a wide range of presentations and is proficient in assisting individuals struggling with various issues, including
anxiety
, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and work-related stress.
An Chu is a Registered Psychologist with a demonstrated history of providing mental health support across government organisations, NGOs, and the private sector. He completed his Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at the University of New South Wales and holds a Master's degree in Professional Psychology from Western Sydney University, where he was awarded a place on the Dean's Merit List for outstanding achievement. An is trained in various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

June Gay, Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
June's Psychology practice focuses on the diagnosis and evidence based treatment of adults, specialising in
Anxiety
, mood disorders, adult ADHD, Sleep issues, Stress management, grief and loss, serious illness support, PMDD/PME and LGBTIQ+ mental health.
June has over 23y experience as a Psychologist and is a full Member of the Australian Psychological Society. Central to June's practice is an authentic, collaborative, non-judgmental and empathic therapeutic relationship, which research has shown to be the most important factor in successful counselling. As all humans are different, June tailors concepts and techniques from different therapy approaches, to empower clients to improve their psychological health. June has a Master of Counselling Psychology and is a registered provider with Medicare, all health funds, WorkCover, and Access+.

Adriana Glusman
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified
Verified
I specialise in treating behavioural and emotional problems such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD,
anxiety
, depression, PTSD, in children, adolescents and adults. I believe that working collaboratively and honouring clients' knowledge and experience are keys for change. I also have more than 20 years of experience in cognitive, educational and behavioural assessment of young people and adults.

The Serenity Space - Counselling
Counsellor
Verified
Verified
I am a compassionate 'Person Centered' Counsellor supporting you to re- learn how to develop an optimistic sense of self, helping you to understand the roots and cause of internal conflicts. Change is not something we do. It arises out of a deeper experience with ourselves. Whether it be negative mindset,
anxiety
, depression, fear, relationship issues, chronic illness. It takes time to change entrenched behaviours developed in your lifespan. The therapeutic process of counselling, enables change of unwanted behaviours - using practical ways, making better life choices, one step at a time in a private and safe space.

Kathryn Cordier
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m a client-centred counsellor and psychotherapist who helps young people and adults move through challenges they may be facing such as stress, relationship breakdowns,
anxiety
, depression and grief and loss. I also provide trauma responsive care. I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel safe, build resilience and to think and feel more positively about themselves. Clients thereby develop a better connection with themselves and those who are important to them and feel able to face their challenges with greater ease and a sense of empowerment.

Kylie McIntosh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
I support adults and adolescents experiencing distress including
anxiety
, depression, anger, addiction, relationships, self esteem, motivation, trauma, parenting.
The therapy journey can help us understand and address distress in our lives through understanding how the past has stayed alive in our current experience. It is no longer about what happened, it is how it lives on in parts of ourselves.. "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it" (Brene Brown). I offer a safe therapeutic environment for you to navigate and resolve the concerns and difficulties you face with gentle curiosity and mindfulness, and will support you in building self-compassion, understanding and connection, strength, self-esteem and a sense of empowerment.

Jessica Koch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
Jess also assists with
anxiety
, depression, stress, weight concerns, trauma, grief and loss.
Jess provides a safe, nurturing and respectful environment for each individual to explore their current challenges and gain insight into the background, maintenance and effect of these challenges. Jess holds the power of the client-therapist relationship in high regard and collaborates with her clients to reach their individual treatment goals and guide them towards living their best lives. Working from a holistic, strengths-based approach, Jess encourages each individual to utilise their strengths, build resilience and acquire practical skills to manage emotions, thoughts and actions.

Delaney Chow
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
Delaney has had experience working with a diverse group of clients from adolescents, adults and couples, in empowering and supporting clients through the issues of trauma, low self-esteem, depression,
anxiety
, relationship difficulties and life transitions. Delaney values being able to listen to your story and understand what makes you 'you', to help you become more resilient and be equipped to navigate life's different challenges well. Having been born in Australia to immigrant parents, Delaney understands the benefits and challenges of cultural diversity experienced by the next generation.
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Jo French Morales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
I have 20 years experience providing therapeutic counselling for children, young people, families and adults. Many clients meet with me when they need some extra support to navigate through life’s many challenges, including experiencing stress and
anxiety
, the impact of traumatic experiences, life transitions or work and relationship stressors.

Shannon Gostelow
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified
Verified
In addition she can assist with
anxiety
and mood disorders, stress, relationship and work difficulties.
Shannon is a registered Psychologist and has also trained and worked as a professional actor. She is uniquely placed to empathise with, and empower, creative artists. She can assist with performance
anxiety
, the challenges and stresses of working as a performer and creative artist and other issues of wellbeing and resilience for creative artists.

Sylvia Chen - Individual And Couples Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified
Verified
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist, relationship counsellor, gong therapist, breathwork practitioner that firmly believes in the value of human life. I have experience in a range of areas including marriage/relationship issues,
anxiety
and stress, trauma, depression, loneliness, family of origin issues, parenting, grief and loss, personal growth and development, special need supports and chronic health related concerns. I am warm, caring and insightful. I am here to support your integration, and all of the various parts of your personality and being, into a balanced and joyful whole, made up of body, mind and soul.

Carolina Souto-Jones
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I draw on my many years of experience in helping clients gain skills and coping mechanism to help treat and resolve
anxiety
, addictions, PTSD, depression as well as grief and loss.
I work with a person-centred approach, within it I pull from my years of experience in all areas of mental health. The therapeutic strategies and interventions I predominantly work with are the behaviour focused therapies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Above all I hold the up most importance in developing a good therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, within it a emotional bond of trust, caring and respect is created, which allows for a safe space where healing can take place.

Matti Lee
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Verified
Verified
Apart from relationship issues, we deal with mental health complaints including depressive mood,
anxiety
, grief and loss, & trauma and crisis.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.

Lisa Butler
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with adults, helping them to cope with a range of stressful situations and the ups and downs of everyday life. This could include coping with depression, stress,
anxiety
, loss, family conflict,
fears
, career or work problems, emotional distress or relationship difficulties. I find most people are looking for help to improve their well-being, make difficult life decisions, improve relationships with others, and overcome psychological and other hurdles in life.

Eitan Dekel - Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified
Verified
This may range from ‘minor’ life conflicts, to facing and grieving for severe losses or existential
fears
.
My name is Eitan, a professional Counsellor, Psychotherapist and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker - Medicare Provider, with over 30 years of experience derived from a variety of workplace settings including community mental health, hospitals, Headspace and private practice in NSW. My passion is to support and work with people through their emotional journey to articulate their desired change, help them recover from their emotional pains and to bring their desired change to fruition. I work with individuals and couples, either via Telehealth or in person at my home psychotherapy clinic in St Ives (Upper North Shore).

Rory White
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with a major life crisis? a relationship breakdown? Or just wanting some support for the day to day hurdles? Or just wanting to improve your life? If the answer is yes to any of these look no further. I am dedicated to providing you a safe, supportive, non-judgmental, compassionate and understanding environment that will allow you to be able to explore your needs, wants,
fears
, pain, trauma and grief, as well as the struggles of
anxiety
and depression but also celebrate who you are, support your hopes and help to build your resilience and achieve your goals.

Skye E Hudson Psycotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified
Verified
I have a special interest in supporting mothers who may be experiencing depression &
anxiety
.
I am an accredited Gestalt psychotherapist offering face to face and online counselling. I also offer sand play, art and expressive therapies with a trauma informed lens. My work calls upon a variety of modalities such as Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Body- Mind practices, Compassion practices and Symbol and Depth work. This integrative approach enables my clients to discover their own unique path to change and healing. I prioritise creating a safe and sturdy rapport within the therapuetic relationship as the foundation for the ongoing work of therapy. I work with individuals, adolescents and children.
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Anxiety Counsellors
What are the most common treatments 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 popular 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.
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.
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.