Psychologists and Therapists in Sydney, NSW
Hello, I’m Emma, founder of The Flawed Journey a private practice I created in 2019 to offer a space that feels real, safe, and deeply supportive. I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them - overthinking, people-pleasing, anxiety that spirals, low self-esteem, or the lingering impact of childhood experiences.
You might feel disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or wondering why you keep repeating the same patterns even when you know they’re not helping. Maybe you’re simply tired of carrying everything alone.
Hello, I’m Emma, founder of The Flawed Journey a private practice I created in 2019 to offer a space that feels real, safe, and deeply supportive. I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that no longer serve them - overthinking, people-pleasing, anxiety that spirals, low self-esteem, or the lingering impact of childhood experiences.
You might feel disconnected from yourself, struggling in your relationships, or wondering why you keep repeating the same patterns even when you know they’re not helping. Maybe you’re simply tired of carrying everything alone.
I work to help people create better relationships with themselves, and better relationships with other people. I help my clients to understand and learn to regulate what is happening in their bodies, dealing with anxiety, stress, depression and trauma in practical, tangible and simple ways. I aim to help people become less self-critical, frustrated and stressed and create a more meaningful life.
I work to help people create better relationships with themselves, and better relationships with other people. I help my clients to understand and learn to regulate what is happening in their bodies, dealing with anxiety, stress, depression and trauma in practical, tangible and simple ways. I aim to help people become less self-critical, frustrated and stressed and create a more meaningful life.
My approach is practical, compassionate and collaborative, knowing when to deeply listening, and when to support you with tangible tools to cope with life's challenges. I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Somatic modalities - most often integrating approaches based on your individual needs and goals. I am known for my warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth style, bringing authenticity and at times humour into my work. Together we can explore patterns, understand the experiences that have shaped you, & identify new ways of responding to difficulties.
My approach is practical, compassionate and collaborative, knowing when to deeply listening, and when to support you with tangible tools to cope with life's challenges. I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and Somatic modalities - most often integrating approaches based on your individual needs and goals. I am known for my warm, thoughtful and down-to-earth style, bringing authenticity and at times humour into my work. Together we can explore patterns, understand the experiences that have shaped you, & identify new ways of responding to difficulties.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Hi, I'm Travis, a psychologist from Sydney who works with individuals and couples. I have a broad range of expertise in mental health, focusing on areas such as depression, anxiety, the array of relationship challenges, substance use, emotional regulation, social skills, identity, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
Hi, I'm Travis, a psychologist from Sydney who works with individuals and couples. I have a broad range of expertise in mental health, focusing on areas such as depression, anxiety, the array of relationship challenges, substance use, emotional regulation, social skills, identity, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships.
Do you find yourself caught in overthinking, self-doubt, anxiety, or relationship worries that seem impossible to resolve no matter how much you analyse them? Perhaps you struggle to say no, set boundaries, ask for what you need, or worry excessively about rejection, conflict, or disappointing others. You may find yourself trapped in people-pleasing patterns, feeling insecure in relationships, or experiencing persistent doubts about your romantic relationship. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD/ROCD, relationship anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, and poor relationship to self.
Do you find yourself caught in overthinking, self-doubt, anxiety, or relationship worries that seem impossible to resolve no matter how much you analyse them? Perhaps you struggle to say no, set boundaries, ask for what you need, or worry excessively about rejection, conflict, or disappointing others. You may find yourself trapped in people-pleasing patterns, feeling insecure in relationships, or experiencing persistent doubts about your romantic relationship. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, OCD/ROCD, relationship anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, and poor relationship to self.
It is a pleasure to work with men who take the important step in coming to therapy. Traditional gendered roles and societal expectations of men are changing. These changes offer challenges as men come to terms with the issues in a modern era. As an existential psychotherapist I hold the philosophy that all men who come to therapy are seeking to move beyond limitations impacting their lives and to be open to new possibilities and change. I have been working predominantly with gay and same sex attracted men including those men who identify as straight yet want to explore their inner world of relationship, fantasies, and beliefs.
It is a pleasure to work with men who take the important step in coming to therapy. Traditional gendered roles and societal expectations of men are changing. These changes offer challenges as men come to terms with the issues in a modern era. As an existential psychotherapist I hold the philosophy that all men who come to therapy are seeking to move beyond limitations impacting their lives and to be open to new possibilities and change. I have been working predominantly with gay and same sex attracted men including those men who identify as straight yet want to explore their inner world of relationship, fantasies, and beliefs.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
My focus is on anxiety, EMDR for healing trauma , building social confidence, mood stability and eating disorders. It is a privilege to watch my clients grow their confidence and re-engage with the things that matter to them.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Relationship issues, trauma, family expectations, cultural pressures, everything weighing you down and making it impossible for you to see a way out? I'm Azita, I help people exactly like you uncover the tools and roadmaps they need to finally break free of the cycle of pressure, exhaustion, confusion, and depression. There is no need to live this way, when a new life is possible. Just reach out.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Experiential therapy can help you get back to a calm, confident self, sooner. I am a lived experience and neurodivergent therapist, trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Coherence Therapy and training in EMDR. These approaches engage the brain's natural memory reconsolidation process, which allows for transformation of traumatic memories to alleviate the distress that comes with them, such as anxiety, people-pleasing patterns, physical tension, self-sabotage, and depression. These aha! moments in experiential therapy can help us develop a new relationship with ourselves and profoundly shift our old reaction patterns.
Hi, I’m Lorin.
Therapy is a collaborative journey between therapist and client, and while it can sometimes be confronting, my primary role is to cultivate a environment for us to address the concerns that have led you to seek support. We will work together to understand and manage these concerns in a way that is effective for you.
I have experience in not-for-profit, EAP and private practice. My areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, developmental trauma, grief and loss, postnatal depression, interpersonal issues and reframing unhelpful beliefs.
Hi, I’m Lorin.
Therapy is a collaborative journey between therapist and client, and while it can sometimes be confronting, my primary role is to cultivate a environment for us to address the concerns that have led you to seek support. We will work together to understand and manage these concerns in a way that is effective for you.
I have experience in not-for-profit, EAP and private practice. My areas of interest include: depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, relationship difficulties, adjustment issues, developmental trauma, grief and loss, postnatal depression, interpersonal issues and reframing unhelpful beliefs.
Sometimes the hardest part isn't knowing that something is wrong; it's understanding why you keep finding yourself in the same place.
You may look like you're coping on the outside while feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stuck on the inside. Maybe anxiety has become your constant companion, relationships keep following familiar patterns, you're carrying the weight of past experiences, or you're navigating a life transition that has left you questioning who you are. Therapy with me isn't about fixing you because I don't believe you're broken. It's about making sense of your experiences, understanding the patterns.
Sometimes the hardest part isn't knowing that something is wrong; it's understanding why you keep finding yourself in the same place.
You may look like you're coping on the outside while feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stuck on the inside. Maybe anxiety has become your constant companion, relationships keep following familiar patterns, you're carrying the weight of past experiences, or you're navigating a life transition that has left you questioning who you are. Therapy with me isn't about fixing you because I don't believe you're broken. It's about making sense of your experiences, understanding the patterns.
Are you seeking support to navigate life’s challenges, improve your well-being, or better understand yourself?
Do you speak Italian and need psychological support in your own language?
Are you seeking support to navigate life’s challenges, improve your well-being, or better understand yourself?
Do you speak Italian and need psychological support in your own language?
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
I've spent my counselling career in grief and loss, supporting clients through illness, bereavement, caring, and the various losses that come with major life transitions. I'm not into toxic positivity – sometimes life really is hard – but I can offer a space to laugh and cry and rage and vent, and find ways together to keep moving forward.
I work with adults living with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and the effects of trauma. I offer a space that is relational, intentional and unhurried and tailored to you.
My approach is trauma informed, person-centered and psychodynamic at heart. I work across both conscious and unconscious processes. We pay attention to the thoughts and beliefs you're aware of, as well as some of the deeper emotional and somatic patterns that often quietly drive our life and struggles.
I work with adults living with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and the effects of trauma. I offer a space that is relational, intentional and unhurried and tailored to you.
My approach is trauma informed, person-centered and psychodynamic at heart. I work across both conscious and unconscious processes. We pay attention to the thoughts and beliefs you're aware of, as well as some of the deeper emotional and somatic patterns that often quietly drive our life and struggles.
Clients often seek the assistance of therapists to address developmental and growth-related challenges, including adapting to new environments/changes, navigating marital and interpersonal relationships, managing professional pressures, improving family dynamics, and enhancing personal well-being. Therapists work to help clients clarify their current situations, understand the underlying factors affecting them, and identify their goals and actions for improvement. In addition to offering affirmation, encouragement, and support, therapists aim to help clients solve their issues and to foster their overall maturity and development.
Clients often seek the assistance of therapists to address developmental and growth-related challenges, including adapting to new environments/changes, navigating marital and interpersonal relationships, managing professional pressures, improving family dynamics, and enhancing personal well-being. Therapists work to help clients clarify their current situations, understand the underlying factors affecting them, and identify their goals and actions for improvement. In addition to offering affirmation, encouragement, and support, therapists aim to help clients solve their issues and to foster their overall maturity and development.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not improving despite support, you're not alone. Tom provides a point of difference to regular therapy, valuing a practical, strengths based, and assertive approach to mental health care for young people and families. An endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and having completed a Master of Youth Mental Health, he has worked with child, youth, adult, and family services across Sydney, combining evidence-based therapies, with pharmacological & behavioural interventions. Tom specialises in supporting adolescent males presenting with moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not improving despite support, you're not alone. Tom provides a point of difference to regular therapy, valuing a practical, strengths based, and assertive approach to mental health care for young people and families. An endorsed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and having completed a Master of Youth Mental Health, he has worked with child, youth, adult, and family services across Sydney, combining evidence-based therapies, with pharmacological & behavioural interventions. Tom specialises in supporting adolescent males presenting with moderate to severe mental health difficulties.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, committed to supporting my clients' self-discovery process, by offering respectful, compassionate and attuned presence, and well-developed therapeutic skills.
I offer therapy for trauma recovery, facilitating post-traumatic growth and meaning-making. I work with people affected by childhood trauma / traumatic attachment, where emotional pain from the past is affecting the present (e.g. relationship issues), complex family dynamics, effects of ancestral trauma.
My other area of specialisation is in cancer (oncology) counselling and bereavement counselling.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, committed to supporting my clients' self-discovery process, by offering respectful, compassionate and attuned presence, and well-developed therapeutic skills.
I offer therapy for trauma recovery, facilitating post-traumatic growth and meaning-making. I work with people affected by childhood trauma / traumatic attachment, where emotional pain from the past is affecting the present (e.g. relationship issues), complex family dynamics, effects of ancestral trauma.
My other area of specialisation is in cancer (oncology) counselling and bereavement counselling.
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045 Approved Counsellor for NSW Government Victim Services for Female Abuse - Adult and Child.
For Women suffering stress, trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationships, intimacy, lifecycle. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what's your story, you are believed, valued, and cared for. Non-judgmental. Flexible client-centered choice of one or more therapies: Counselling, Mindfulness, Meditation, Massage. It's time to give yourself some self-love again. Trauma can be treated in many gentle ways without 'forcing' a flashback. Martin 0414 737 045 Approved Counsellor for NSW Government Victim Services for Female Abuse - Adult and Child.
I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological care through my online practice, supporting adolescent and adult women across Australia to nurture inner clarity, emotional resilience, and lasting wellbeing. In our work together—whether through individual therapy or ADHD assessments—you’ll find a warm, collaborative space that honours your unique story, strengths, and goals. I’m especially passionate about providing support that is attuned to the unique experiences and challenges of females navigating life with neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, giftedness, etc).
I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological care through my online practice, supporting adolescent and adult women across Australia to nurture inner clarity, emotional resilience, and lasting wellbeing. In our work together—whether through individual therapy or ADHD assessments—you’ll find a warm, collaborative space that honours your unique story, strengths, and goals. I’m especially passionate about providing support that is attuned to the unique experiences and challenges of females navigating life with neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, giftedness, etc).
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Number of Psychologists and Therapists in Sydney, NSW
1,000+
Average cost per session
$180
Psychologists and Therapists in Sydney, NSW who prioritize treating:
| 89% | Anxiety |
| 81% | Depression |
| 77% | Stress |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 49% | Grief |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 64% | Medicare Rebates |
| 53% | Bupa |
| 46% | Medibank Private |
How Psychologists and Therapists in Sydney, NSW see their clients
| 64% | In Person and Online | |
| 36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 20% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Sydney?
Search for nearby psychologists or counsellors by inputting your city, suburb, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the Australian Counselling Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia. Psychologists must be registered in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Most Social Workers listed in the directory are members of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for social workers, psychotherapists and counsellors in Australia, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in Australia.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
Psychologists have earned a 4 year undergraduate degree in psychology and have completed a postgraduate internship or postgraduate degree. Psychotherapists generally have an undergraduate degree in a health related field in addition to 3-4 years of specialist training in psychotherapy and a period of personal psychotherapy. In order to belong to a professional organisation such as the ACA or PACFA, counsellors and psychotherapists are required to have completed a certain level of AQF qualifications and/ or an approved training course as well as clinical and supervision hours. Social Workers registered with the AASW are required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Australia could be between $100 and $250. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The Better Access Scheme is a government program offering Medicare rebates for mental health care. To access the program you will need to be assessed and diagnosed by your GP and get a Mental Health Plan. This will allow you to receive up to 10 individual sessions and 10 group sessions a year with practitioners who accept bulk billing, with no out of pocket costs for you.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the ACA, PACFA, or the APS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a minor is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.
