Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychologists and Therapists in Collaroy, NSW

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Eva Gregory
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Eva supports adults and adolescents (aged 16+) who wish to improve mental wellbeing, including people experiencing depression, anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Personality Disorders, complex trauma, chronic stress and neurodivergence.
Eva holds a Master of Clinical Psychology with additional advanced training in perinatal and infant mental health and attachment, and has published research in the area of birth trauma. She integrates evidence-based treatments to best suit her clients including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Eva supports adults and adolescents (aged 16+) who wish to improve mental wellbeing, including people experiencing depression, anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Personality Disorders, complex trauma, chronic stress and neurodivergence.
Eva holds a Master of Clinical Psychology with additional advanced training in perinatal and infant mental health and attachment, and has published research in the area of birth trauma. She integrates evidence-based treatments to best suit her clients including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
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Sarah Beetham Psychotherapist
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you been unable to move beyond entrenched unhealthy Relational Patterns or Addictive Behaviours deeply impacting your Emotional, Psychological & Physical well-being? The repetitive nature of these unhealthy Thoughts, Behaviours & Feelings are what leads most clients through my door. My task as your Counsellor is to provide an environment that disrupts your current level of functioning or repetitive patterns & move you towards Change & Renewed Progression. I observe your Discrepancies or Mixed Messages & Inner Conflicts within your Narrative, Story & Behaviours, regarding the most personal dimensions of your Life Challenges.
Have you been unable to move beyond entrenched unhealthy Relational Patterns or Addictive Behaviours deeply impacting your Emotional, Psychological & Physical well-being? The repetitive nature of these unhealthy Thoughts, Behaviours & Feelings are what leads most clients through my door. My task as your Counsellor is to provide an environment that disrupts your current level of functioning or repetitive patterns & move you towards Change & Renewed Progression. I observe your Discrepancies or Mixed Messages & Inner Conflicts within your Narrative, Story & Behaviours, regarding the most personal dimensions of your Life Challenges.
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Jo Roome
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with people who experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, relationship issues, PTSD/trauma, emotional regulation issues, phobias e.g. flying on a plan, needles, heights, leaving the house, public speaking. I only use evidenced-based therapies such as CBT (which includes exposure and response prevention therapy), DBT & trauma focused therapies such as EMDR. (I am an EMDR Australia Association Accredited Practitioner.) I start with a thorough assessment which includes understanding your goals and hopeful outcomes. We work from there and decide on an appropriate & realistic approach & therapy.
I work with people who experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, relationship issues, PTSD/trauma, emotional regulation issues, phobias e.g. flying on a plan, needles, heights, leaving the house, public speaking. I only use evidenced-based therapies such as CBT (which includes exposure and response prevention therapy), DBT & trauma focused therapies such as EMDR. (I am an EMDR Australia Association Accredited Practitioner.) I start with a thorough assessment which includes understanding your goals and hopeful outcomes. We work from there and decide on an appropriate & realistic approach & therapy.
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Luciana Zeni
Psychologist, PsyBA General
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a Psychologist, my passion is to support clients who are working towards their personal growth, assisting them in expanding their understanding of the limiting beliefs and repeated patterns of behaviors that contribute to their emotional symptoms. Using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and working collaboratively towards the clients’ goals, my role is to support clients reframe these thoughts/beliefs and develop new patterns of behaviors aligned with their personal values, which in turn promotes symptom reduction and enables clients to live a more fulfilling life.
As a Psychologist, my passion is to support clients who are working towards their personal growth, assisting them in expanding their understanding of the limiting beliefs and repeated patterns of behaviors that contribute to their emotional symptoms. Using evidence-based therapeutic approaches and working collaboratively towards the clients’ goals, my role is to support clients reframe these thoughts/beliefs and develop new patterns of behaviors aligned with their personal values, which in turn promotes symptom reduction and enables clients to live a more fulfilling life.
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Hannah Myall
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I understand what it’s like to feel trapped in the constant noise around food, body image, and self-worth. My own journey with an eating disorder has deeply shaped the way I practice today. I bring not only clinical expertise but genuine empathy, lived understanding, and hope that full recovery is possible. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing from schema therapy, emotion-focused work, and body image healing. Most importantly, it’s grounded in the belief that you are not broken, your struggles are a response to unmet needs, and together, we can help you meet those needs in healthier, more empowering ways.
I understand what it’s like to feel trapped in the constant noise around food, body image, and self-worth. My own journey with an eating disorder has deeply shaped the way I practice today. I bring not only clinical expertise but genuine empathy, lived understanding, and hope that full recovery is possible. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, drawing from schema therapy, emotion-focused work, and body image healing. Most importantly, it’s grounded in the belief that you are not broken, your struggles are a response to unmet needs, and together, we can help you meet those needs in healthier, more empowering ways.
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More Therapists Nearby

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Patrick McGrath
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Gosford, NSW 2250
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
I am a clinical psychologist who works across a variety of presentations including anxiety and mood disorders. I hope to bring a warm, empathic and authentic approach to the issues that people bring to therapy. I recognise the investment that people make when they share their difficulties with someone and commit to therapy, and work to honour that commitment by delivering evidence based treatments, that are tailored to a persons needs. I’ve benefitted greatly from the experience of working across a range of inpatient and outpatient hospital settings.
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Elizabeth Perks
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Paddington, NSW 2021
I work mainly with children and adolescents experiencing difficulties with various types of anxiety, ADHD, OCD and sleep.
My approach is warm, patient-centred and I believe strongly in approaching life’s bumps with humour - in therapy, as in life, there are sometimes tears but it can be cathartic to bring the laughs too!
I work mainly with children and adolescents experiencing difficulties with various types of anxiety, ADHD, OCD and sleep.
My approach is warm, patient-centred and I believe strongly in approaching life’s bumps with humour - in therapy, as in life, there are sometimes tears but it can be cathartic to bring the laughs too!
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Dr Rachel Brebach
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder / OCD treatment is a focus in my clinic.
I use exposure and response prevention / ERP therapy to treat OCD. I lots of familiarity with different OCD themes and aim to make these easier to talk about so we can get moving with changing things for the better.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder / OCD treatment is a focus in my clinic.
I use exposure and response prevention / ERP therapy to treat OCD. I lots of familiarity with different OCD themes and aim to make these easier to talk about so we can get moving with changing things for the better.
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Ryan Kaplan
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, challenging circumstances, adjustment to change, relationship issues, work or career-related concerns, issues with self-confidence or self-esteem, or deeper existential issues.
I draw on a number of evidence-based therapy approaches in my work, including approaches that focus more on gaining a practical understanding of what keeps you stuck, and working in practical ways to get unstuck, as well as approaches that involve deeper or longer-term exploration of yourself, your own personal psychology, and your challenges.
I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, obsessive thinking, challenging circumstances, adjustment to change, relationship issues, work or career-related concerns, issues with self-confidence or self-esteem, or deeper existential issues.
I draw on a number of evidence-based therapy approaches in my work, including approaches that focus more on gaining a practical understanding of what keeps you stuck, and working in practical ways to get unstuck, as well as approaches that involve deeper or longer-term exploration of yourself, your own personal psychology, and your challenges.
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Sanchana Venkatesh
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
North Sydney, NSW 2060
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, trauma, adjusting to chronic illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), depression, OCD, tics & Tourettes.
I have been practising as a psychologist since 2008 & have worked extensively with adolescents & adults from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds with a wide range of presentations. I am trained in a cognitive-behavioural therapy called Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Australia & overseas & also use DBT & compassion-focussed approaches.
I have a special interest in working with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, imposter syndrome, trauma, adjusting to chronic illnesses, grief and loss, life transitions (e.g. career, stage of life, migration, relationship breakdown), depression, OCD, tics & Tourettes.
I have been practising as a psychologist since 2008 & have worked extensively with adolescents & adults from culturally & linguistically diverse backgrounds with a wide range of presentations. I am trained in a cognitive-behavioural therapy called Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Australia & overseas & also use DBT & compassion-focussed approaches.
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Matthew Wallman
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I also have an interest in OCD and eating disorders.
Here you are at perhaps the hardest part of your mental health journey, which is asking for help. I aim to respond to that request first by establishing a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe and seen. From that foundation I hope to work with you to address the challenges causing distress in your life, and to do so from a place of curiosity, understanding, and hope.
I also have an interest in OCD and eating disorders.
Here you are at perhaps the hardest part of your mental health journey, which is asking for help. I aim to respond to that request first by establishing a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe and seen. From that foundation I hope to work with you to address the challenges causing distress in your life, and to do so from a place of curiosity, understanding, and hope.
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Jake Ciminelli | Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MAPS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
I specialise in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD), including Pure-O, and work extensively with schema therapy to help shift entrenched patterns of self-criticism, self sabotage, & attachment trauma. I also support recovery from anxiety disorders, and I’m a strong advocate for safe tapering & informed consent regarding psychotropic medications.
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Danka Fiedor
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
Danka is EMDR Accredited Practitioner working with individuals and couples, attachment Informed EMDR, IFS informed, Gottman’s Therapy Method, Workers Compensation & CTP (SIRA), Eating Disorder Clinician, Resource Therapist (Advanced Ego State Therapy).
Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
Danka is EMDR Accredited Practitioner working with individuals and couples, attachment Informed EMDR, IFS informed, Gottman’s Therapy Method, Workers Compensation & CTP (SIRA), Eating Disorder Clinician, Resource Therapist (Advanced Ego State Therapy).
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Anya Grkovic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
My clients include children (8+), adolescents, adults, and families seeking support with anxiety, OCD, mood concerns, behavioural challenges, life stressors, and many other concerns.
Support is offered for children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, OCD, mood and behavioural challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT, alongside a warm, collaborative style, therapy and assessments focus on building insight, practical coping skills, and lasting change.
My clients include children (8+), adolescents, adults, and families seeking support with anxiety, OCD, mood concerns, behavioural challenges, life stressors, and many other concerns.
Support is offered for children, adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, OCD, mood and behavioural challenges. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT, alongside a warm, collaborative style, therapy and assessments focus on building insight, practical coping skills, and lasting change.
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George Turnure Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Balmain, NSW 2041
Specific areas of interest include: adolescent and adult psychosis, complex trauma, depression and anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, generalized anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, agoraphobia & PTSD).
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
Specific areas of interest include: adolescent and adult psychosis, complex trauma, depression and anxiety (e.g., social anxiety, generalized anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, agoraphobia & PTSD).
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
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Michelle Wharton
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Online Only
You are an adult (21+) seeking online therapy for OCD and ready to engage actively in treatment.
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist, practising since 2008, specialising in Inference-Based CBT (ICBT) for OCD. ICBT helps you understand why intrusive doubts feel so real — and how to disengage from them. Working with me, you'll get a structured, goal-focused approach and the practical skills to stop OCD from running your life.
You are an adult (21+) seeking online therapy for OCD and ready to engage actively in treatment.
I am a clinical and forensic psychologist, practising since 2008, specialising in Inference-Based CBT (ICBT) for OCD. ICBT helps you understand why intrusive doubts feel so real — and how to disengage from them. Working with me, you'll get a structured, goal-focused approach and the practical skills to stop OCD from running your life.
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Oriane Macfarlane
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Hornsby, NSW 2077
Oriane is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist who works with adults across Therapy and Assessment domains. She offers various forms of therapy such as CBT, ACT, DBT and Motivational interviewing and has a special interest working with Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Trichotillomania, Depression, Stress Management, and Personality Disorders. Oriane is passionate about helping people overcome their barriers and live their most fulfilling life.
Oriane is a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist who works with adults across Therapy and Assessment domains. She offers various forms of therapy such as CBT, ACT, DBT and Motivational interviewing and has a special interest working with Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Trichotillomania, Depression, Stress Management, and Personality Disorders. Oriane is passionate about helping people overcome their barriers and live their most fulfilling life.
(02) 8403 1269 View (02) 8403 1269
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The Trauma and Anxiety Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Balmain, NSW 2041
Waitlist for new clients
My current favourite quote is "You are not Lazy, unmotivated, or stuck. After years of living your life in survival mode, you are exhausted. There is a difference" - Nahela Homer. It really resonates with me because therapy should be about helping you to shift perspective from that critical inner voice that tears you down and makes you feel distress (whether it's shame, guilt, anxiety, depression or anger), into a more balanced and compassionate perspective. You deserve to live a life you love, to work towards being who you want to be, or to do the things you want without fear or shame holding you back.
My current favourite quote is "You are not Lazy, unmotivated, or stuck. After years of living your life in survival mode, you are exhausted. There is a difference" - Nahela Homer. It really resonates with me because therapy should be about helping you to shift perspective from that critical inner voice that tears you down and makes you feel distress (whether it's shame, guilt, anxiety, depression or anger), into a more balanced and compassionate perspective. You deserve to live a life you love, to work towards being who you want to be, or to do the things you want without fear or shame holding you back.
(02) 9100 0859 View (02) 9100 0859
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Dr Renee Sichter
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Online Only
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
Maybe you're experiencing anxiety, OCD, stress, and are feeling stuck, hopeless, alone....
My practice Living Free Psychology is about having the Freedom to <'"Choose Your own way"'< whatever that may be. I want to help you create a better future, one that you choose and can be proud of, and know with work that anything is possible. It's about hope, belief, support and connection. I am down to earth, real, and will always be honest, no BS.
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Daniel He
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Daniel is a clinical psychologist based in Chatswood on Sydney's North Shore. He understands that each individual has complex experiences that can shape difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours. Daniel believes that having a strong therapeutic relationship and a deep understanding of an individual's life experiences can bring awareness, clarity and promote mental wellbeing. Daniel aims to work collaboratively with his client's to identify goals and to provide evidence-based therapies suited to making meaningful changes.
Daniel is a clinical psychologist based in Chatswood on Sydney's North Shore. He understands that each individual has complex experiences that can shape difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours. Daniel believes that having a strong therapeutic relationship and a deep understanding of an individual's life experiences can bring awareness, clarity and promote mental wellbeing. Daniel aims to work collaboratively with his client's to identify goals and to provide evidence-based therapies suited to making meaningful changes.
(02) 9100 0643 View (02) 9100 0643
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.