Counselling in Sydney, NSW
Will Bonney
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a psychotherapist, executive coach and clinical supervisor combining extensive corporate experience with post-graduate psychotherapy qualifications and experience. I work with people who feel stuck - whether depressed; anxious; as a result of trauma; caught in a cycle of repetitive destructive behaviours like alcohol and drug use, gambling or sex addiction; dysfunctional relationships; or lacking direction, meaning and purpose. My aim is for the client to gain insight, overcome obstacles and increase resources to confidently and enthusiastically live a rich and flourishing life.
I am a psychotherapist, executive coach and clinical supervisor combining extensive corporate experience with post-graduate psychotherapy qualifications and experience. I work with people who feel stuck - whether depressed; anxious; as a result of trauma; caught in a cycle of repetitive destructive behaviours like alcohol and drug use, gambling or sex addiction; dysfunctional relationships; or lacking direction, meaning and purpose. My aim is for the client to gain insight, overcome obstacles and increase resources to confidently and enthusiastically live a rich and flourishing life.
Geoff Miles Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I have a strong committment to the value of life experiences and events, and understand the importance of placing them in a positive light. With attentive and empathetic listening I assist clients to confront and normalise those life events and factors that contribute to depression, anxiety and relational difficulties, and help live comfortably with them. I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression. I farmed 20 years, 10 years manager of a Educational Christian Conference centre and 10 years founding and operating a software company.
I have a strong committment to the value of life experiences and events, and understand the importance of placing them in a positive light. With attentive and empathetic listening I assist clients to confront and normalise those life events and factors that contribute to depression, anxiety and relational difficulties, and help live comfortably with them. I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression. I farmed 20 years, 10 years manager of a Educational Christian Conference centre and 10 years founding and operating a software company.
Brad Middleton
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
As a trained Sex Addiction Therapist, I understand the processes of addiction and the cycle of shame and isolation.
While it's natural to engage in pleasurable activities & behaviours, when that engagement becomes compulsive, overwhelming, and out-of-control, the negative consequences can become destructive & unmanageable, especially when addicted to Sex & Porn. We sometimes adopt these behaviours as a means of gaining momentary relief from any pain, anxiety, or trauma that exists in our lives, but regularly feel intense shame and despair after acting out sexually. Then, shame & isolation serve to maintain the addictive cycle, as the problem becomes more complex & often impacts our intimate partner. Don't despair: Help and recovery is available!
As a trained Sex Addiction Therapist, I understand the processes of addiction and the cycle of shame and isolation.
While it's natural to engage in pleasurable activities & behaviours, when that engagement becomes compulsive, overwhelming, and out-of-control, the negative consequences can become destructive & unmanageable, especially when addicted to Sex & Porn. We sometimes adopt these behaviours as a means of gaining momentary relief from any pain, anxiety, or trauma that exists in our lives, but regularly feel intense shame and despair after acting out sexually. Then, shame & isolation serve to maintain the addictive cycle, as the problem becomes more complex & often impacts our intimate partner. Don't despair: Help and recovery is available!
Kurt Bayly
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
I specialise in trauma & addiction.
My goal in therapy is to create a safe, confidential space where you are able to talk openly about your life, without feeling judged. As your therapist, I will give you the time and care to really understand where you are coming from and give you constructive feedback that empowers you to set realistic goals, make appropriate changes and have strong, genuine relationships. In three words I am kind, honest, attuned.
Andrew Robertson
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I have worked both in inpatient facilities and in private practice with clients experiencing issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, developmental and complex trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship problems and identity confusion.
My greatest satisfaction is working with clients to help them transcend the issues and experiences that hold them back from having the lives they want. Embarking on psychotherapy should be one of the most meaningful experiences a person can have. Accompanying another human being on that path is the most deeply rewarding aspect of my work.
I have worked both in inpatient facilities and in private practice with clients experiencing issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, developmental and complex trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship problems and identity confusion.
My greatest satisfaction is working with clients to help them transcend the issues and experiences that hold them back from having the lives they want. Embarking on psychotherapy should be one of the most meaningful experiences a person can have. Accompanying another human being on that path is the most deeply rewarding aspect of my work.
Travis Michael Grogan
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I support individuals with their mental health, specifically depression, anxiety, substance use, emotional regulation, social skills, identity, self-esteem, and relationships.
I'm here to help people navigate life's complex twists and turns. I love to work with adolescents (15+) and adults, couples, and families, supporting them to understand why they are seeking therapy and to build strategies to grow develop lasting change. My ideal client(s) is a person or a couple who comes to the first session, that's it. Often, that can be the biggest of step!
I support individuals with their mental health, specifically depression, anxiety, substance use, emotional regulation, social skills, identity, self-esteem, and relationships.
I'm here to help people navigate life's complex twists and turns. I love to work with adolescents (15+) and adults, couples, and families, supporting them to understand why they are seeking therapy and to build strategies to grow develop lasting change. My ideal client(s) is a person or a couple who comes to the first session, that's it. Often, that can be the biggest of step!
Tom Skotidas
Psychotherapist, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
In Individual Therapy, I help individuals manage and overcome mental health challenges such as Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, and Trauma.
As a Psychotherapist, I help individuals, couples, and families overcome their mental health and relationship challenges using evidence-based psychotherapy. I engage all of my clients with compassion, collaboration, and unconditional acceptance. My therapy approach enables my clients to discover their cognitive, emotional, and communication patterns, build new behaviours aligned to their core values, create meaning and purpose, and thrive.
In Individual Therapy, I help individuals manage and overcome mental health challenges such as Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, OCD, and Trauma.
As a Psychotherapist, I help individuals, couples, and families overcome their mental health and relationship challenges using evidence-based psychotherapy. I engage all of my clients with compassion, collaboration, and unconditional acceptance. My therapy approach enables my clients to discover their cognitive, emotional, and communication patterns, build new behaviours aligned to their core values, create meaning and purpose, and thrive.
Clinical Psychology & Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
We are a small group of psychologists, providing individual and couples counselling and psychological assessments. We treat depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance use issues, relationship difficulties and a wide range of emotional and psychological problems. We can arrange assessments and provide reports for legal and individual purposes. All our psychologists are Medicare approved and registered with private health insurers. Call us to find out more information.
Phillip Samuel: Living Free Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
I completed an initial degree in disability studies, then specialised in addiction.
HAVE Availability & NOW accepting NEW Clients! "I believe in choice & empowerment, and value respect, honesty, & integrity". "I love the collaborative process of working through life events. It is a pleasure and privilege to experience the emotional journey with people to reach a place that enables greater satisfaction & life enjoyment" I have many years experience working with anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma & abuse, stress, eating disorders, chronic health, attentional, personality & dissociative disorders.
I completed an initial degree in disability studies, then specialised in addiction.
HAVE Availability & NOW accepting NEW Clients! "I believe in choice & empowerment, and value respect, honesty, & integrity". "I love the collaborative process of working through life events. It is a pleasure and privilege to experience the emotional journey with people to reach a place that enables greater satisfaction & life enjoyment" I have many years experience working with anxiety, depression, the impact of trauma & abuse, stress, eating disorders, chronic health, attentional, personality & dissociative disorders.
Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Big Light Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
Life can be tough. Talk therapy genuinely helps. I offer support people who experience: mental health challenges, neurodiversity, existential issues, concerns related to religious and spiritual identity, concerns related to LGBTIQA+ identity, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, addiction, and workplace stress.
Life can be tough. Talk therapy genuinely helps. I offer support people who experience: mental health challenges, neurodiversity, existential issues, concerns related to religious and spiritual identity, concerns related to LGBTIQA+ identity, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, addiction, and workplace stress.
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Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
From depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, and shame, to feelings of not belonging or being unlovable.
I am a PACFA-certified somatic psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma-informed awareness practices that dissolve the root causes of your suffering to liberate the freedom, authenticity and wholeness that is rightfully yours. In session, I invite you to move beyond the stories you tell about yourself into an experiential, embodied understanding of your core wounds so that you can tend and heal them. My work is holistic, encompassing body, mind and spirit, helping you to resolve the deeper, unconscious patterns, programs and processes that are holding you back.
From depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, trauma, and shame, to feelings of not belonging or being unlovable.
I am a PACFA-certified somatic psychotherapist and counsellor. I specialise in trauma-informed awareness practices that dissolve the root causes of your suffering to liberate the freedom, authenticity and wholeness that is rightfully yours. In session, I invite you to move beyond the stories you tell about yourself into an experiential, embodied understanding of your core wounds so that you can tend and heal them. My work is holistic, encompassing body, mind and spirit, helping you to resolve the deeper, unconscious patterns, programs and processes that are holding you back.
Dr Nicolas Kessous
Psychologist, PsychD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
, depression, anxiety, anger, obsessions/compulsions, substance misuse, psychosis).
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. I am also a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment & Prevention of Sexual Abuse. I was trained to practise psychology in Canada, where I began my career as a psychologist in 2013.
, depression, anxiety, anger, obsessions/compulsions, substance misuse, psychosis).
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. I am also a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and a clinical member of the Association for the Treatment & Prevention of Sexual Abuse. I was trained to practise psychology in Canada, where I began my career as a psychologist in 2013.
Michael Rooney
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I help people whose lives are unmanageable due to the impact of sex, love, pornography addiction and enmeshment to heal their pain so they can develop healthier relationships with themselves and others.
You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.
I help people whose lives are unmanageable due to the impact of sex, love, pornography addiction and enmeshment to heal their pain so they can develop healthier relationships with themselves and others.
You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.
Sudhir Dean
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds (substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds (substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
Brendan Partridge
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a Clinical Psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. I have extensive public/private sector experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders for those aged 12 years & above. I have a worked closely with a broad age, cultural, and gender diverse demographic, helping people work through a range presenting issues. My expertise includes adolescent mental health, men's mental health, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief & loss, anger management, and substance use issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. I have extensive public/private sector experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of psychological disorders for those aged 12 years & above. I have a worked closely with a broad age, cultural, and gender diverse demographic, helping people work through a range presenting issues. My expertise includes adolescent mental health, men's mental health, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief & loss, anger management, and substance use issues.
Vass Tsiakalis
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sydney, NSW 2000
Vass holds degrees in Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works with individuals through short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy. He provides treatment for life dissatisfaction, negative thinking, anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, and others. Vass is also trained in the Life Management Program to determine the root causes of dissatisfaction in life and the blocks to personal growth.
Vass holds degrees in Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy, and works with individuals through short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy. He provides treatment for life dissatisfaction, negative thinking, anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, and others. Vass is also trained in the Life Management Program to determine the root causes of dissatisfaction in life and the blocks to personal growth.
Crawf Weir Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am dedicated to guiding and empowering clients as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life's most challenging transitions. Through my online service, my goal is to support individuals in healing their emotional wounds, achieving internal harmony, and unlocking the life they truly deserve. As a result of our work together, you will gain clarity on the issues you're working through, understand and appreciate your inner world, heal any wounded parts of yourself, and develop a more mindful and compassionate way forward.
I am dedicated to guiding and empowering clients as they navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and life's most challenging transitions. Through my online service, my goal is to support individuals in healing their emotional wounds, achieving internal harmony, and unlocking the life they truly deserve. As a result of our work together, you will gain clarity on the issues you're working through, understand and appreciate your inner world, heal any wounded parts of yourself, and develop a more mindful and compassionate way forward.
Ash Rehn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I specialise in concerns about addiction, particularly pornography use problems and ‘sex addiction’ from a sexuality-affirmative perspective and also assist those recovering from religious trauma.
I listen to stories and encourage you to trust yourself again. Whether you are experiencing anger, guilt, grief, shame, fear, loneliness, confusion or something else, you can benefit from professional support. Through therapy you can transform the relationship you have with yourself and others. My clients include LGBTQ+ identifying people, those exploring sexuality or escaping religious abuse, coercive control, domestic violence and addiction. Your sessions can provide an objective and professional sounding board or evidence based strategies for managing anxiety, rebuilding your life or letting go of the past. It's your choice.
I specialise in concerns about addiction, particularly pornography use problems and ‘sex addiction’ from a sexuality-affirmative perspective and also assist those recovering from religious trauma.
I listen to stories and encourage you to trust yourself again. Whether you are experiencing anger, guilt, grief, shame, fear, loneliness, confusion or something else, you can benefit from professional support. Through therapy you can transform the relationship you have with yourself and others. My clients include LGBTQ+ identifying people, those exploring sexuality or escaping religious abuse, coercive control, domestic violence and addiction. Your sessions can provide an objective and professional sounding board or evidence based strategies for managing anxiety, rebuilding your life or letting go of the past. It's your choice.
Dr William Kirkpatrick
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000 (Online Only)
Ultimately I am human like you with a story and life experiences like you. As a Clinical Psychologist and Counselling Psychologist I can offer you support at this time with: anger, anxiety (general, health, panic, specific phobia, social), attachment, bereavement, complicated grief, CPTSD, depression, impact of cancer, life transitions, low self-esteem, managing emotions, neurodevelopment (ASD, ADHD, FAS), personality disorders (BPD), PTSD, relationship problems, self-harm, self-identity, stress management, substance abuse (alcohol, illicit, prescribed), suicidal thoughts, trauma (combat, emotional, physical, sexual).
Ultimately I am human like you with a story and life experiences like you. As a Clinical Psychologist and Counselling Psychologist I can offer you support at this time with: anger, anxiety (general, health, panic, specific phobia, social), attachment, bereavement, complicated grief, CPTSD, depression, impact of cancer, life transitions, low self-esteem, managing emotions, neurodevelopment (ASD, ADHD, FAS), personality disorders (BPD), PTSD, relationship problems, self-harm, self-identity, stress management, substance abuse (alcohol, illicit, prescribed), suicidal thoughts, trauma (combat, emotional, physical, sexual).
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.