Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Psychologists and Therapists in Coffs Harbour, NSW
I am a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and I offer individual and group therapy as well as psychological assessments in Coffs Harbour and via telehealth.
I became a psychologist to give people the support I wanted when I was younger. As someone who was born in rural Australia, I am passionate about providing support to those who don't always have access to it.
For me, therapy isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to find your own path forward.
I am a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and I offer individual and group therapy as well as psychological assessments in Coffs Harbour and via telehealth.
I became a psychologist to give people the support I wanted when I was younger. As someone who was born in rural Australia, I am passionate about providing support to those who don't always have access to it.
For me, therapy isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to find your own path forward.
Therapy is collaborative and personalised rather than one-size-fits-all and integrates evidence-based and experiential approaches including somatic and mindfulness-based therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, and psychodrama, tailoring the work to your goals and readiness.
I am a registered Medicare and NDIS provider offering psychology and counseling sessions either in-person or on-line across Australia, including rural and remote areas.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — often shaped by complex trauma, neurodivergence, long-standing emotional patterns, chronic health challenges, life transitions, or relationship stress. I am sensitive to cross cultural and LGBTQIA+ needs in therapy.
I work holistically recognising that healing involves the mind, body, relationships, sense of meaning, your nervous system, strengths and needs.
Therapy is collaborative and personalised rather than one-size-fits-all and integrates evidence-based and experiential approaches including somatic and mindfulness-based therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, and psychodrama, tailoring the work to your goals and readiness.
I am a registered Medicare and NDIS provider offering psychology and counseling sessions either in-person or on-line across Australia, including rural and remote areas.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — often shaped by complex trauma, neurodivergence, long-standing emotional patterns, chronic health challenges, life transitions, or relationship stress. I am sensitive to cross cultural and LGBTQIA+ needs in therapy.
I work holistically recognising that healing involves the mind, body, relationships, sense of meaning, your nervous system, strengths and needs.
People seek support for many reasons, including anxiety, emotional difficulties, learning challenges, or concerns about attention and behaviour. I provide both psychological therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents and adults, including assessments for ADHD, learning difficulties, and cognitive functioning. My background in education provides strong insight into learning, stress and emotional regulation across school, work and everyday life. Therapy offers a supportive space to better understand thoughts and emotions while developing practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges.
People seek support for many reasons, including anxiety, emotional difficulties, learning challenges, or concerns about attention and behaviour. I provide both psychological therapy and comprehensive psychological assessments for children, adolescents and adults, including assessments for ADHD, learning difficulties, and cognitive functioning. My background in education provides strong insight into learning, stress and emotional regulation across school, work and everyday life. Therapy offers a supportive space to better understand thoughts and emotions while developing practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
Savva at Calm Mind Counselling Services can give you the energy and the support to help you take responsibility for your life and have the courage to make the necessary changes in order to grow and develop. This is not a process that will happen overnight; it isn't a magic cure. Initially, change may seem like a frightening prospect, however, if you embrace the process and take it one step at a time you will slowly, but surely feel positive results. Counselling offers people the opportunity to increase their self-awareness and begin the journey of bringing positive change to their lives.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—but inside, it feels different.
Part of you pushes to stay in control, fix things, and keep it all together… while another part feels overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted.
You may notice the same patterns repeating—overthinking, emotional reactions, or relationship tension—and no matter how hard you try, they don’t shift. There may also be older experiences or unresolved pain shaping how you feel and respond.
What you’re looking for is a sense of calm, clarity, and understanding—along with support to make sense of what’s happening inside and feel more grounded and at ease.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—but inside, it feels different.
Part of you pushes to stay in control, fix things, and keep it all together… while another part feels overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted.
You may notice the same patterns repeating—overthinking, emotional reactions, or relationship tension—and no matter how hard you try, they don’t shift. There may also be older experiences or unresolved pain shaping how you feel and respond.
What you’re looking for is a sense of calm, clarity, and understanding—along with support to make sense of what’s happening inside and feel more grounded and at ease.
There's a particular kind of tired that comes from holding it all together on the outside while everything underneath feels like it's barely keeping up. With this can come anxiety, overwhelm, rage, and maybe even a sense of having lost yourself somewhere along the way. I work with women across Cronulla and the Sutherland Shire, in person and online, supporting them to create space for what's been asking to be felt, and find their way back to feeling lighter, more resourced, and more in control. Reach out for a free 20-minute consultation
There's a particular kind of tired that comes from holding it all together on the outside while everything underneath feels like it's barely keeping up. With this can come anxiety, overwhelm, rage, and maybe even a sense of having lost yourself somewhere along the way. I work with women across Cronulla and the Sutherland Shire, in person and online, supporting them to create space for what's been asking to be felt, and find their way back to feeling lighter, more resourced, and more in control. Reach out for a free 20-minute consultation
Drawing on EMDR, mindfulness, DBT, and narrative therapy, I help clients better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Welcome to You are Here Therapy.
Some people call it trauma. Others call it a difficult experience or a painful chapter they can't seem to move past. Whatever you call it, its effects can linger, shaping how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life.
Sometimes it's a current stressor that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it's the past showing up in the present. I support adults of all backgrounds and genders, with a particular affinity for working with gay men.
Together, we'll make sense of your story, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Your past may shape your story, but it doesn't have to write your future.
Drawing on EMDR, mindfulness, DBT, and narrative therapy, I help clients better understand themselves, build resilience, and create meaningful change.
Welcome to You are Here Therapy.
Some people call it trauma. Others call it a difficult experience or a painful chapter they can't seem to move past. Whatever you call it, its effects can linger, shaping how you see yourself, relate to others, and navigate life.
Sometimes it's a current stressor that feels overwhelming. Sometimes it's the past showing up in the present. I support adults of all backgrounds and genders, with a particular affinity for working with gay men.
Together, we'll make sense of your story, build resilience, and create meaningful change. Your past may shape your story, but it doesn't have to write your future.
Reaching out for support is the hardest step and my job is to make that step as comfortable as possible. My aim each session is to leave you in a better emotional place than when you arrived, with tools for you to achieve and maintain ongoing emotional wellbeing and resilience. I work with a trauma informed, person centred approach. I support you to explore, identify and heal the underlying issues that create conflict, cause disruption or impact your quality of life. I believe trauma to be an experience of anything that takes you away from being your authentic self. Employee Assistance Program, NDIS & NSW Victims sessions available.
Reaching out for support is the hardest step and my job is to make that step as comfortable as possible. My aim each session is to leave you in a better emotional place than when you arrived, with tools for you to achieve and maintain ongoing emotional wellbeing and resilience. I work with a trauma informed, person centred approach. I support you to explore, identify and heal the underlying issues that create conflict, cause disruption or impact your quality of life. I believe trauma to be an experience of anything that takes you away from being your authentic self. Employee Assistance Program, NDIS & NSW Victims sessions available.
Treatment typically involves personalized strategies like mindfulness from ACT, emotion regulation from DBT, and focused goal-setting from BSFT.
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
Treatment typically involves personalized strategies like mindfulness from ACT, emotion regulation from DBT, and focused goal-setting from BSFT.
I may be the right fit for you if you're feeling overwhelmed by stress, depression, anxiety, or challenging relationships. I can also help if you’re struggling to navigate personal identity or feeling like an imposter in your own life. Bulk billing is available for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan (GP referral).
I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
I am a Relationships Therapist and Sexologist. I am extremely passionate about helping clients have healthier more fulfilling relationships. I work with all types of relationships from monogamy to consensual non monogamy. I also work with mismatched desire, erectile difficulties, painful sex, performance anxiety and out of control sexual behaviors. I am passionate about diversity and equality and aim to walk beside my clients on their journey providing a non-judgmental, supportive and safe environment. I am sex-positive, LGBTIQ, Poly and BDSM friendly.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
As a Registered Nurse and Registered Counsellor, I bring a unique blend of clinical nursing knowledge and compassionate, person-centred approach to support my counselling work. I can provide support knowing that physical health challenges often carry emotional, psychological, and spiritual changes.
I bring a calm, compassionate and holistic approach to my counselling. I value trust, safety, and a genuine connection, creating a space where you can explore your experiences.
As a Registered Nurse and Registered Counsellor, I bring a unique blend of clinical nursing knowledge and compassionate, person-centred approach to support my counselling work. I can provide support knowing that physical health challenges often carry emotional, psychological, and spiritual changes.
I bring a calm, compassionate and holistic approach to my counselling. I value trust, safety, and a genuine connection, creating a space where you can explore your experiences.
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, somatic therapies, ACT, DBT, CBT, trauma-focused therapies, mindfulness, Attachment Theory, Systemic Family Therapy, and psychodynamic models, tailored to support insight, emotional regulation, resilience, and lasting change.
I’m a warm, compassionate, and open-hearted Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience in private practice. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel able to openly explore their experiences, overcome challenges, and create a rich and meaningful life. I work with anxiety, panic attacks, stress, PTSD, complex trauma, depression, relationship and family difficulties, and also offer couples therapy.
My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, somatic therapies, ACT, DBT, CBT, trauma-focused therapies, mindfulness, Attachment Theory, Systemic Family Therapy, and psychodynamic models, tailored to support insight, emotional regulation, resilience, and lasting change.
I’m a warm, compassionate, and open-hearted Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience in private practice. I believe in creating a safe, collaborative, and supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel able to openly explore their experiences, overcome challenges, and create a rich and meaningful life. I work with anxiety, panic attacks, stress, PTSD, complex trauma, depression, relationship and family difficulties, and also offer couples therapy.
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
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Nicole provides treatment for anxiety, depression, grief, post traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma resulting from abuse and neglect. Nicole has extensive knowledge and experience identifying ADHD, particularly more subtle ‘internalised’ presentations often observed in (but not exclusive to) women. Nicole enjoys working with women and Mothers, providing support to manage stress and burnout during periods of transition and managing adjustment to change. Her approach is attachment focused, trauma informed and neuro-affirming.
Nicole provides treatment for anxiety, depression, grief, post traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma resulting from abuse and neglect. Nicole has extensive knowledge and experience identifying ADHD, particularly more subtle ‘internalised’ presentations often observed in (but not exclusive to) women. Nicole enjoys working with women and Mothers, providing support to manage stress and burnout during periods of transition and managing adjustment to change. Her approach is attachment focused, trauma informed and neuro-affirming.
Greetings! I'm Kerri McFarlane, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a passion for supporting individuals and couples on their journey to mental well-being. With seven years of experience in private practice, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a client centered approach to every counselling session. I am a generalist and have a passion for relationships counselling, trauma and individual counselling.
I am an approved NSW Victims of Crime Counsellor
Helping YOU discover healing and transform your life
Greetings! I'm Kerri McFarlane, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a passion for supporting individuals and couples on their journey to mental well-being. With seven years of experience in private practice, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a client centered approach to every counselling session. I am a generalist and have a passion for relationships counselling, trauma and individual counselling.
I am an approved NSW Victims of Crime Counsellor
Helping YOU discover healing and transform your life
I'm a registered psychologist supporting adolescents and adults across Australia. I bring a warm, intuitive approach to help you make sense of where you are and find a clear path forward. I welcome clients with a wide range of concerns, and have particular experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, neurodivergence, relationships, adolescent mental health, and women's health. As a native Spanish speaker with lived experience of migration, I warmly welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds.
Areas of special interests include women's health, chronic illness, adolescents and psychedelic assisted therapy in legal settings
I'm a registered psychologist supporting adolescents and adults across Australia. I bring a warm, intuitive approach to help you make sense of where you are and find a clear path forward. I welcome clients with a wide range of concerns, and have particular experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, neurodivergence, relationships, adolescent mental health, and women's health. As a native Spanish speaker with lived experience of migration, I warmly welcome clients from all cultural backgrounds.
Areas of special interests include women's health, chronic illness, adolescents and psychedelic assisted therapy in legal settings
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I am seeking clients that are seek mental health healing by pursuing personal growth, increasing awareness, and building insight. Healing and support is requested after a period of loss, trauma, or self-fragmentation. I am here to help integrate parts of the lost self and to stand as a catalyst for recovery.
I am seeking clients that are seek mental health healing by pursuing personal growth, increasing awareness, and building insight. Healing and support is requested after a period of loss, trauma, or self-fragmentation. I am here to help integrate parts of the lost self and to stand as a catalyst for recovery.
I have had the privilege of working with individuals and couples in conquering challenges, rebuilding connections, and living life fully. Witnessing countless couples overcome anxiety, depression, and relationship hurdles has been incredibly fulfilling. Guiding people to achieve relationship success and fulfilment remains a constant source of motivation in my practice. As a Gottman Method trained therapist I utilize a research-based approach to determine the strengths and areas for improvement needed in your relationship as a couple.
I have had the privilege of working with individuals and couples in conquering challenges, rebuilding connections, and living life fully. Witnessing countless couples overcome anxiety, depression, and relationship hurdles has been incredibly fulfilling. Guiding people to achieve relationship success and fulfilment remains a constant source of motivation in my practice. As a Gottman Method trained therapist I utilize a research-based approach to determine the strengths and areas for improvement needed in your relationship as a couple.
My counselling philosophy is that you are the author and director of your life. Sometimes we get lost or knocked off-track and find it hard to get back to where we want to be. This is my job, to listen to you, understand your challenges and to work with you to get you back on track. To help you find the lost hope, or to help you achieve a great goal, whatever it is, I am your partner, team-mate and helper, to stand with you along the journey. I am solution focused, with an objective to guide you from where you are now, to where you want to be, in as little time as possible.
My counselling philosophy is that you are the author and director of your life. Sometimes we get lost or knocked off-track and find it hard to get back to where we want to be. This is my job, to listen to you, understand your challenges and to work with you to get you back on track. To help you find the lost hope, or to help you achieve a great goal, whatever it is, I am your partner, team-mate and helper, to stand with you along the journey. I am solution focused, with an objective to guide you from where you are now, to where you want to be, in as little time as possible.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.