Female Psychologists and Therapists in Chippendale, NSW

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Speak Culture
Counsellor, MC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
Yumi is a compassionate and culturally attuned mental health counsellor with a background in Psychology and Counselling. With lived experience in Japan, Indonesia, and Australia, she understands the unique challenges faced by individuals adjusting to life in Australia. Yumi supports adults (25–45) dealing with childhood trauma, poor boundaries, people-pleasing, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship stress. Her clients often feel stuck between cultural expectations and personal needs. Yumi offers a warm, client-centred space to heal and grow.
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Roselyn Yeh
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi there, I am a psychologist practicing in Surry Hills, Sydney. I typically see adolescent to adult clients who benefit from a second human to support them through life's difficulties. For example, people whose daily lives are impacted by mood disturbances, such as when experiencing anxiety and depression, or people undergoing life stressors such as when working through major life transitions or shifts and difficulties in their relationships. And so much more; scroll below for a range of presentations that I have experience working with!
Hi there, I am a psychologist practicing in Surry Hills, Sydney. I typically see adolescent to adult clients who benefit from a second human to support them through life's difficulties. For example, people whose daily lives are impacted by mood disturbances, such as when experiencing anxiety and depression, or people undergoing life stressors such as when working through major life transitions or shifts and difficulties in their relationships. And so much more; scroll below for a range of presentations that I have experience working with!
(02) 9100 0701 View (02) 9100 0701
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Morag Paterson
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or difficult relationships? Do unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns keep you from living the happy, fulfilling life that you want? You're not alone - and change is possible. Hi! I’m Morag - a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with 21 years of experience guiding people just like you to break free from the past, quieten their inner critic and feel empowered in their lives. In our work together you'll find a safe, supportive space where emotional healing and practical strategies will be tailored for your unique journey.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, disordered eating or difficult relationships? Do unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns keep you from living the happy, fulfilling life that you want? You're not alone - and change is possible. Hi! I’m Morag - a warm and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with 21 years of experience guiding people just like you to break free from the past, quieten their inner critic and feel empowered in their lives. In our work together you'll find a safe, supportive space where emotional healing and practical strategies will be tailored for your unique journey.
(02) 8105 5745 View (02) 8105 5745
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Marie Laing
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Although we may be trying our hardest, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed and unable to cope, or that our lives have taken a wrong turn. We can be plagued by depression, anxiety, grief or difficult life transitions. Or we may have mental illness or trauma that continues to get in our way and stops us flourishing. If these difficulties ring true, I believe I can help you get your life and your self back. Together, we will explore where you are now, the person you want to be and the way you want to live.
Although we may be trying our hardest, sometimes we can feel overwhelmed and unable to cope, or that our lives have taken a wrong turn. We can be plagued by depression, anxiety, grief or difficult life transitions. Or we may have mental illness or trauma that continues to get in our way and stops us flourishing. If these difficulties ring true, I believe I can help you get your life and your self back. Together, we will explore where you are now, the person you want to be and the way you want to live.
(02) 9160 0712 View (02) 9160 0712
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Tara Trewartha
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I pride myself on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space. If you are hoping to experience a greater quality of life, find some direction, or achieve your goals, it would be a privilege for me to offer you guidance and support.
I pride myself on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space. If you are hoping to experience a greater quality of life, find some direction, or achieve your goals, it would be a privilege for me to offer you guidance and support.
(02) 9100 0805 View (02) 9100 0805
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Amy Joscelyne
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work from a place of respect and compassion to help you overcome challenges such as: trauma and loss, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, fertility issues, pregnancy loss, sexual difficulties such as vaginismus and erectile dysfunction, alcohol and substance abuse, worry, low mood, negative thinking, narcissistic abuse, difficulty finding a partner, and navigating major transitions in life. Whatever the cause of your concern, my primary goal is to support you in feeling better.
I work from a place of respect and compassion to help you overcome challenges such as: trauma and loss, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, fertility issues, pregnancy loss, sexual difficulties such as vaginismus and erectile dysfunction, alcohol and substance abuse, worry, low mood, negative thinking, narcissistic abuse, difficulty finding a partner, and navigating major transitions in life. Whatever the cause of your concern, my primary goal is to support you in feeling better.
(02) 9046 8415 View (02) 9046 8415
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Liela Vergara
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
I aim to assist clients in navigating psychological challenges within a supportive therapeutic environment. I prioritise building therapeutic relationships through a collaborative approach, aiming to create a safe, understanding, and validating space. Within this environment, I work with each client to help identify their goals and develop practical evidence-informed strategies, while providing attentive listening grounded in ethical practice. I emphasise the importance of acknowledging progress throughout therapy, which may support a sense of confidence, self-belief, and hope.
0427 498 242 View 0427 498 242
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Gay Cusack
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My ideal client is interested in developing self-awareness and learning skills to better manage difficult thoughts and feelings. They are looking for a therapist who they can build a working relationship with, based on genuine respect, support, and compassion, and who draws from the most recent research about what is effective in treatment. They want therapy to be tailored to their unique life experiences and personal strengths and weaknesses. My ideal client is someone who wants therapy to be a collaborative process, where the therapist and client work together to help the client reach their goals.
My ideal client is interested in developing self-awareness and learning skills to better manage difficult thoughts and feelings. They are looking for a therapist who they can build a working relationship with, based on genuine respect, support, and compassion, and who draws from the most recent research about what is effective in treatment. They want therapy to be tailored to their unique life experiences and personal strengths and weaknesses. My ideal client is someone who wants therapy to be a collaborative process, where the therapist and client work together to help the client reach their goals.
(02) 9100 0341 View (02) 9100 0341
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Carolyn Choy
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Serves Area
Whether you have spent years trying to understand the "why" of your patterns or you simply know that the way you are living right now isn't working, I bridge the gap between cognitive insight and deep, sustainable change. As a specialist UK-trained Clinical Gestalt Psychotherapist and PACFA Accredited Supervisor, my core practice is held in-person in a relaxed and comfortable therapeutic space in Ultimo where we can go deep into the work together and create the safety needed to navigate anxiety, work stress/burnout, relationship issues and long-standing emotional blocks.
Whether you have spent years trying to understand the "why" of your patterns or you simply know that the way you are living right now isn't working, I bridge the gap between cognitive insight and deep, sustainable change. As a specialist UK-trained Clinical Gestalt Psychotherapist and PACFA Accredited Supervisor, my core practice is held in-person in a relaxed and comfortable therapeutic space in Ultimo where we can go deep into the work together and create the safety needed to navigate anxiety, work stress/burnout, relationship issues and long-standing emotional blocks.
0421 191 698 View 0421 191 698
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Loredana Punal
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Whether you are seeking counselling/therapy for the first time, or you are a veteran on this journey, I welcome you, all of you, with an open mind and open heart. Often making the decision to seek support is a crucial step towards healing and sustainable change.
Whether you are seeking counselling/therapy for the first time, or you are a veteran on this journey, I welcome you, all of you, with an open mind and open heart. Often making the decision to seek support is a crucial step towards healing and sustainable change.
(02) 9159 6746 View (02) 9159 6746
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Natasha Rawson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Natasha is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist who has had extensive experience across multiple domains of mental health challenges. Her approach is focused on your goals and she is motivated to work with you to draw on your personal resources, along with the latest in evidence-based techniques to help address your concerns. Along with private practice work, Natasha worked for 14 years in a Post Traumatic Stress Disorder treatment and clinical research unit, and has been working for ten years as a supervisor, training Clinical Psychologists at the Masters level of university training.
Natasha is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist who has had extensive experience across multiple domains of mental health challenges. Her approach is focused on your goals and she is motivated to work with you to draw on your personal resources, along with the latest in evidence-based techniques to help address your concerns. Along with private practice work, Natasha worked for 14 years in a Post Traumatic Stress Disorder treatment and clinical research unit, and has been working for ten years as a supervisor, training Clinical Psychologists at the Masters level of university training.
(02) 9100 0053 View (02) 9100 0053
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Dinah Broyda
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Dinah is an accredited counsellor, specialising in holistic, person-centred care to support you in living a meaningful and positive life. Over the years Dinah has worked with people who present with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions and interpersonal issues. She ensures her practice is trauma informed to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. She specialises in LGBT topics such as Poly and ENM relationship styles, SW friendly, and Gender Identity.
Dinah is an accredited counsellor, specialising in holistic, person-centred care to support you in living a meaningful and positive life. Over the years Dinah has worked with people who present with depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions and interpersonal issues. She ensures her practice is trauma informed to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. She specialises in LGBT topics such as Poly and ENM relationship styles, SW friendly, and Gender Identity.
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Luna Fumagalli
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m Luna, Psychologist and Supervisor, EMDR Therapist, and Couples Therapist. I offer therapy and supervision services. My clients often present as high-functioning, emotionally intelligent, and capable, yet feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or unhelpful relationship patterns. I help them work through the roots of these patterns & heal from attachment wounds and past trauma. I support partners who care deeply for each other but feel lost in conflict, distance, or mistrust. Together, we address challenges with communication, intimacy, and trust, including infidelity, to rebuild safety, closeness, and connection.
I’m Luna, Psychologist and Supervisor, EMDR Therapist, and Couples Therapist. I offer therapy and supervision services. My clients often present as high-functioning, emotionally intelligent, and capable, yet feel stuck in anxiety, self-doubt, or unhelpful relationship patterns. I help them work through the roots of these patterns & heal from attachment wounds and past trauma. I support partners who care deeply for each other but feel lost in conflict, distance, or mistrust. Together, we address challenges with communication, intimacy, and trust, including infidelity, to rebuild safety, closeness, and connection.
(02) 9381 1510 View (02) 9381 1510
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Mary Gilbert
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping adults navigate various psychological and emotional challenges through increasing personal insight and the capacity for change. I am trained in treating various issues, some of which include anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, parenting and relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, communication and emotion-regulation issues. I provide a warm and collaborative space where challenges can be safely explored and worked through. I believe that a trusting and authentic relationship is integral to therapeutic progress and I place great emphasis on listening deeply and connecting.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about helping adults navigate various psychological and emotional challenges through increasing personal insight and the capacity for change. I am trained in treating various issues, some of which include anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, parenting and relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, communication and emotion-regulation issues. I provide a warm and collaborative space where challenges can be safely explored and worked through. I believe that a trusting and authentic relationship is integral to therapeutic progress and I place great emphasis on listening deeply and connecting.
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Healing Place Psychology - Reflect. Heal. Evolve.
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, my name is Katherine Sayer-Jones, and I'm a clinical psychologist that knows starting therapy can feel daunting. I take a warm and open-minded approach to help you get to know yourself better with a sense of humour and honesty. I support people with issues around women's issues, anxiety, depression, body image and weight concerns, sleep issues, relationship stress, trauma, ADHD (diagnosed or questioning), perfectionism, burnout, PMDD, endometriosis, and PCOS. Therapy with me focuses on helping you work out what is making you feel stuck and make choices that align with what a meaningful life looks like for you individually.
Hello, my name is Katherine Sayer-Jones, and I'm a clinical psychologist that knows starting therapy can feel daunting. I take a warm and open-minded approach to help you get to know yourself better with a sense of humour and honesty. I support people with issues around women's issues, anxiety, depression, body image and weight concerns, sleep issues, relationship stress, trauma, ADHD (diagnosed or questioning), perfectionism, burnout, PMDD, endometriosis, and PCOS. Therapy with me focuses on helping you work out what is making you feel stuck and make choices that align with what a meaningful life looks like for you individually.
(02) 9100 0809 View (02) 9100 0809

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A New Chapter Therapy | Corene Crossin
Psychotherapist, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I offer genuinely warm, safe & caring therapy and counselling to heal from trauma, grief, anxiety, resolve attachment, relationship & self-worth issues, or to recover from a break-up or divorce. I promise to make the process as welcoming & as easy as possible. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed & neurodiversity-affirming therapy to help you heal from the past and empower you to create real, lasting change. Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help.
I offer genuinely warm, safe & caring therapy and counselling to heal from trauma, grief, anxiety, resolve attachment, relationship & self-worth issues, or to recover from a break-up or divorce. I promise to make the process as welcoming & as easy as possible. I offer compassionate, trauma-informed & neurodiversity-affirming therapy to help you heal from the past and empower you to create real, lasting change. Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help.
(07) 2100 4227 View (07) 2100 4227
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Lillian Fattouh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
You may be used to holding things together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or exhausted on the inside. When anxiety, stress, low mood, or difficult life experiences build up over time, it can become hard to manage things on your own. I offer a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative space where you can talk openly and feel genuinely heard. Together we explore what has been weighing on you, while also developing practical strategies to help you manage distress, regulate difficult emotions, and feel more steady in your day-to-day life.
You may be used to holding things together on the outside while feeling overwhelmed or exhausted on the inside. When anxiety, stress, low mood, or difficult life experiences build up over time, it can become hard to manage things on your own. I offer a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative space where you can talk openly and feel genuinely heard. Together we explore what has been weighing on you, while also developing practical strategies to help you manage distress, regulate difficult emotions, and feel more steady in your day-to-day life.
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Bethanie Chatterton
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Smeaton Grange, NSW 2567
You may be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re constantly holding it together for everyone else. Many people I work with feel stuck in the same relationship patterns, disconnected from those they love, or weighed down by past experiences or trauma. I’m Bethanie, a social worker based in Camden, South West Sydney. I offer a warm, supportive space where you don’t have to explain or minimise how hard things feel. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and work toward feeling calmer, more connected and more like yourself again.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or like you’re constantly holding it together for everyone else. Many people I work with feel stuck in the same relationship patterns, disconnected from those they love, or weighed down by past experiences or trauma. I’m Bethanie, a social worker based in Camden, South West Sydney. I offer a warm, supportive space where you don’t have to explain or minimise how hard things feel. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and work toward feeling calmer, more connected and more like yourself again.
(02) 4601 5986 View (02) 4601 5986
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Maureen Shamoun
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Fairfield, NSW 2165
Are you facing ongoing challenges and feel you’ve exhausted all options? This may be the time to take a new step forward. I offer counselling in English, Assyrian, Chaldean, and Arabic, providing a culturally safe and supportive space to explore meaningful solutions and create lasting change. My practice focuses on individual therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a migrant background, I bring a deep understanding of the emotional impact of migration and settlement experiences.
Are you facing ongoing challenges and feel you’ve exhausted all options? This may be the time to take a new step forward. I offer counselling in English, Assyrian, Chaldean, and Arabic, providing a culturally safe and supportive space to explore meaningful solutions and create lasting change. My practice focuses on individual therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a migrant background, I bring a deep understanding of the emotional impact of migration and settlement experiences.
(02) 8105 6072 View (02) 8105 6072
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Melissa Wilkinson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
North Sydney, NSW 2060
My focus is on building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to empowering my clients to facilitate healing and growth. My background blends corporate experience with a deep commitment to mental health and personal development. Working primarily with adults, my areas of experience include anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and work-related challenges. I also support clients coping with chronic health conditions. My personal experience in this area allows me to deeply connect with clients, offering sight and empathy towards their unique challenges.
My focus is on building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in empathy, understanding, and a commitment to empowering my clients to facilitate healing and growth. My background blends corporate experience with a deep commitment to mental health and personal development. Working primarily with adults, my areas of experience include anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma and work-related challenges. I also support clients coping with chronic health conditions. My personal experience in this area allows me to deeply connect with clients, offering sight and empathy towards their unique challenges.
(02) 7256 7070 View (02) 7256 7070
FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.