Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Chatswood, NSW
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction.
Whilst treating a wide range of issues I've worked in mental health settings as both a psychologist and psychiatric nurse in inpatient and outpatient hospital treatment for over 15 years. I’ve presented at national conferences and published research on attitudes to alcohol amongst people with an alcohol use disorder in international peer-reviewed journals.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction.
Whilst treating a wide range of issues I've worked in mental health settings as both a psychologist and psychiatric nurse in inpatient and outpatient hospital treatment for over 15 years. I’ve presented at national conferences and published research on attitudes to alcohol amongst people with an alcohol use disorder in international peer-reviewed journals.
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 have a warm style, and engage each client from a non-judgemental and strengths based perspective. I work from an attachment approach, and am skilled in a range of treatment modalities including mindfulness and cognitive behaviour therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
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 have a warm style, and engage each client from a non-judgemental and strengths based perspective. I work from an attachment approach, and am skilled in a range of treatment modalities including mindfulness and cognitive behaviour therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
My approach revolves around somatic psychotherapy, a gentle yet powerful method guiding clients toward self-awareness, positivity, and healing. Within a safe and neutral space, I encourage exploration, active listening, and queries to facilitate this journey.
I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
My approach revolves around somatic psychotherapy, a gentle yet powerful method guiding clients toward self-awareness, positivity, and healing. Within a safe and neutral space, I encourage exploration, active listening, and queries to facilitate this journey.
I provide personalised counselling for adults and young people to explore life’s challenges and work toward growth, purpose, and meaningful change. In a safe, collaborative space, you can be heard, reflect on your experiences, and move forward at your own pace.
I provide personalised counselling for adults and young people to explore life’s challenges and work toward growth, purpose, and meaningful change. In a safe, collaborative space, you can be heard, reflect on your experiences, and move forward at your own pace.
Belinda is a 18+ years qualified Psychologist who is passionate about helping people to flourish and thrive using science and evidence-based practices and solutions.
Belinda holds a Bachelor of Psychology (with Honours) and a Masters of Psychology, both from the University of New South Wales.
Belinda is a 18+ years qualified Psychologist who is passionate about helping people to flourish and thrive using science and evidence-based practices and solutions.
Belinda holds a Bachelor of Psychology (with Honours) and a Masters of Psychology, both from the University of New South Wales.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing all sorts of emotional challenges such as anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and various life transitions.
My therapeutic approach integrates contemporary psychodynamic therapies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), systemic approaches, and other advanced techniques. Sessions are available at my home psychotherapy clinic in St Ives or through Telehealth, tailored to ensure flexibility and effectiveness for every client.
I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing all sorts of emotional challenges such as anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and various life transitions.
My therapeutic approach integrates contemporary psychodynamic therapies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), systemic approaches, and other advanced techniques. Sessions are available at my home psychotherapy clinic in St Ives or through Telehealth, tailored to ensure flexibility and effectiveness for every client.
This could include coping with depression, stress, anxiety, loss, family conflict, fears, career or work problems, emotional distress or relationship difficulties.
My passion is helping people to manage a range of issues that are impacting on their overall sense of well-being or are holding them back in life. These include helping people to cope with past or recent trauma, feelings of stress and anxiety, depression, emotional distress and relationship issues.
This could include coping with depression, stress, anxiety, loss, family conflict, fears, career or work problems, emotional distress or relationship difficulties.
My passion is helping people to manage a range of issues that are impacting on their overall sense of well-being or are holding them back in life. These include helping people to cope with past or recent trauma, feelings of stress and anxiety, depression, emotional distress and relationship issues.
Whether you are facing depression, insomnia, or trauma-related issues, I offer a thoughtful and compassionate approach to help you process what feels heavy, gain insight, and build emotional resilience.
I am a clinical psychologist based in Sydney who works with individuals who appear high-functioning on the outside but carry anxiety, trauma, or deep emotional fatigue. My clients are often insightful and sensitive, seeking clarity, healing, and a more authentic way of living. They come to therapy not just to manage symptoms, but to understand themselves more deeply, break long-standing patterns, and feel seen in a safe and compassionate space. I support them with a thoughtful, integrative approach that honours both science and the human story.
Whether you are facing depression, insomnia, or trauma-related issues, I offer a thoughtful and compassionate approach to help you process what feels heavy, gain insight, and build emotional resilience.
I am a clinical psychologist based in Sydney who works with individuals who appear high-functioning on the outside but carry anxiety, trauma, or deep emotional fatigue. My clients are often insightful and sensitive, seeking clarity, healing, and a more authentic way of living. They come to therapy not just to manage symptoms, but to understand themselves more deeply, break long-standing patterns, and feel seen in a safe and compassionate space. I support them with a thoughtful, integrative approach that honours both science and the human story.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
I have vast experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, psychosis and other concerns which prevent them from living a fulfilled life.
I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
I have vast experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, psychosis and other concerns which prevent them from living a fulfilled life.
I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
Feeling depressed, anxious or having trauma from bullying?
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma from bullying.
Feeling depressed, anxious or having trauma from bullying?
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma from bullying.
I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions.
As well as accreditation in mainstream psychological therapies, I am an international expert in the German psychophysiological evidence-based Autogenic Therapy and have been an invited guest at Oxford Uni and NASA in the USA. I train clients to connect with and regulate their nervous system for lasting psychological, physical and performance benefits.
I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions.
As well as accreditation in mainstream psychological therapies, I am an international expert in the German psychophysiological evidence-based Autogenic Therapy and have been an invited guest at Oxford Uni and NASA in the USA. I train clients to connect with and regulate their nervous system for lasting psychological, physical and performance benefits.
I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression/low mood/anger
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism/low self-esteem,
self-destructive behaviour,
loneliness/social anxiety,
insecure attachment
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
I have experience of working with a wide range of issues including
depression/low mood/anger
anxiety/panic,
difficulties with relationships,
perfectionism/low self-esteem,
self-destructive behaviour,
loneliness/social anxiety,
insecure attachment
work-related problems,
difficult family relationships,
fertility, pregnancy and parenthood.
It can be hard trying to cope on your own. Talking to a trained professional helps you make sense of your thoughts and feelings and it means you have somebody on your side while you face difficult times. My approach is psychodynamic, which means I explore with you both your conscious and your unconscious mind in order to facilitate long-lasting change.
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 deep 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 deep 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.
For over 10 years, Christine 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.
With a Masters in Counselling, Postrgraduate studies in Psychology and Youth mental health, Christine has a special interest in counselling young people. Christine has extensive experience as a high school mental health facilitator, parenting and Anxiety programs. Christine also provides EAP counselling for the corporate clients.
For over 10 years, Christine 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.
With a Masters in Counselling, Postrgraduate studies in Psychology and Youth mental health, Christine has a special interest in counselling young people. Christine has extensive experience as a high school mental health facilitator, parenting and Anxiety programs. Christine also provides EAP counselling for the corporate clients.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
I am passionate about helping you live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I seek to make you feel comfortable, help you share your story, and assist you to overcome the barriers that stand in the way of achieving your goals. I work with both adults and young people (aged from 14years).
I have a passion for working with men of all ages on their mental health journey. I am committed to creating a space where men feel comfortable opening up, exploring their experiences, and working towards their best self.
I work with people experiencing:
- Low mood
- Anxiety
- Stress and challenging life transitions
- Emotion dysregulation
I am passionate about helping you live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I seek to make you feel comfortable, help you share your story, and assist you to overcome the barriers that stand in the way of achieving your goals. I work with both adults and young people (aged from 14years).
I have a passion for working with men of all ages on their mental health journey. I am committed to creating a space where men feel comfortable opening up, exploring their experiences, and working towards their best self.
I work with people experiencing:
- Low mood
- Anxiety
- Stress and challenging life transitions
- Emotion dysregulation
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.
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.
By unravelling these patterns, we see a reduction in anxious, depressive, and stress symptoms, among many other issues.
I am a warm and compassionate Registered Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples with an approach that is attachment-based. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the underlying patterns that shape current relationships and self-perception, in order to foster meaningful and lasting change.
By unravelling these patterns, we see a reduction in anxious, depressive, and stress symptoms, among many other issues.
I am a warm and compassionate Registered Psychologist dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples with an approach that is attachment-based. I work collaboratively with clients to explore the underlying patterns that shape current relationships and self-perception, in order to foster meaningful and lasting change.
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.
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.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.