Anxiety Psychologists and Therapists in Crows Nest, NSW

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Nina Thompson
Counsellor, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
Using a range of techniques and a compassionate, tailored approach, I guide clients to understand themselves better and love themselves more. ​I aim to foster trust, authenticity, and a genuine partnership on your path to healing, resilience and well-being.
​I have experience working with the following: anxiety / overwhelm / depression / trauma / relationship issues / disordered eating / OCD / addiction recovery and general life challenges,
Using a range of techniques and a compassionate, tailored approach, I guide clients to understand themselves better and love themselves more. ​I aim to foster trust, authenticity, and a genuine partnership on your path to healing, resilience and well-being.
(02) 9100 0186 View (02) 9100 0186
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Sarah Bays
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
Want to create the life you want and reach your potential? Could you do with a little help to solve your problems? Need some support to fast track some of your goals? Well that's what I'm all about! I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work from a trauma-informed and client-led perspective. I'm kind but direct when needed, and support in a solutions focused manner. I love to laugh, and enjoy helping people work through challenges and achieve their goals. I'm a certified DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) practitioner and run DBT Skills groups or individual DBT sessions in person & online.
(02) 9100 0134 View (02) 9100 0134
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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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Kathryn Gale
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I work with clients on overcoming anxiety, depression, burnout, and relationship issues.
As I'm a Registered Psychologist, you are eligible for a Medicare rebate for our sessions.
I work with clients on overcoming anxiety, depression, burnout, and relationship issues.
As I'm a Registered Psychologist, you are eligible for a Medicare rebate for our sessions.
(02) 9100 0378 View (02) 9100 0378
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Anna Sheppard
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
(02) 9100 0020 View (02) 9100 0020
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Caitlin Wright
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
0404 595 695 View 0404 595 695
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Gaia Maestri
Counsellor, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I help people to recover from substance abuse issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
I tailor my approach to each individual client, as I am sensitive to the complexity of human nature and the fact that each person comes with different needs and is at a different stage of life and self awareness. I have a relational approach and practice Schema Therapy, along with CBT, ACT , Mindfulness Based CBT and EMDR for the treatment of trauma and PTSD
I help people to recover from substance abuse issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions.
I tailor my approach to each individual client, as I am sensitive to the complexity of human nature and the fact that each person comes with different needs and is at a different stage of life and self awareness. I have a relational approach and practice Schema Therapy, along with CBT, ACT , Mindfulness Based CBT and EMDR for the treatment of trauma and PTSD
(02) 9538 7002 View (02) 9538 7002
Jacqueline Lim
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I work with adults who are seeking to find meaning, direction and self growth in their lives. They may be going through stressful life events, major milestones in their relationships or health, changes of roles, and other life adversities.
I work with adults who are seeking to find meaning, direction and self growth in their lives. They may be going through stressful life events, major milestones in their relationships or health, changes of roles, and other life adversities.
(02) 8880 9015 View (02) 8880 9015
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Nicola Mowday
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Many of my clients are insightful and high-functioning but struggle with anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, self-esteem, or complex relationships.
At Paradigm Psychology, I value therapy that feels safe, validating, and effective. I am not a passive listener. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to the individual, with a focus on clarity, emotional understanding, and practical tools that support real change.
Many of my clients are insightful and high-functioning but struggle with anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, self-esteem, or complex relationships.
At Paradigm Psychology, I value therapy that feels safe, validating, and effective. I am not a passive listener. Sessions are collaborative and tailored to the individual, with a focus on clarity, emotional understanding, and practical tools that support real change.
(02) 9100 0675 View (02) 9100 0675
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Robyn Price
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Are you constantly anxious?
Therapy with me includes the body, movement and creative processes and reaches places where talking alone might not. The journey for each client is entirely unique. My job is to create a safe space where you can grow to understand yourself and what is holding you back, then support you to explore, integrate, build confidence, and practice new ways of being.
Are you constantly anxious?
Therapy with me includes the body, movement and creative processes and reaches places where talking alone might not. The journey for each client is entirely unique. My job is to create a safe space where you can grow to understand yourself and what is holding you back, then support you to explore, integrate, build confidence, and practice new ways of being.
(02) 9100 0771 View (02) 9100 0771
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Alberto Florez
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down?
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I use evidence-based therapies, including somatic, cognitive and experiential techniques, and person-centred counselling. Together, we’ll integrate mind and body, explore unconscious patterns, release emotional blocks, and build resilience, self-compassion, and clarity for lasting well-being.
Are anxiety, depression, stress, or past traumas weighing you down?
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. I use evidence-based therapies, including somatic, cognitive and experiential techniques, and person-centred counselling. Together, we’ll integrate mind and body, explore unconscious patterns, release emotional blocks, and build resilience, self-compassion, and clarity for lasting well-being.
(02) 9100 0516 View (02) 9100 0516
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Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple & Family Counselling. Counselling approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, utilising evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns. Space is provided to empower the client to work collaboratively to achieve growth, change, increased well-being and new possibilities. She is a Clinical Member of PACFA and an Accredited Clinical Supervisor. Jennifer has had her own private practice for over 10 years and has been a Lifeline counsellor.
Jennifer is a Clinical Counsellor & Psychotherapist who provides Individual, Couple & Family Counselling. Counselling approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, utilising evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns. Space is provided to empower the client to work collaboratively to achieve growth, change, increased well-being and new possibilities. She is a Clinical Member of PACFA and an Accredited Clinical Supervisor. Jennifer has had her own private practice for over 10 years and has been a Lifeline counsellor.
(02) 9100 0873 View (02) 9100 0873
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Archana Waller
Counsellor, PACFA
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I am committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care, working with adults navigating interpersonal challenges, unresolved trauma, stress, and anxiety.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, fostering self-awareness, self-compassion, and meaningful change. I help individuals recognize early attachment wounds, unexpressed needs, shift unhelpful patterns, & cultivate a more fulfilling, balanced life. I am a provider for several private health funds, Access EAP & SIRA (workers comp) accredited.
I am committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care, working with adults navigating interpersonal challenges, unresolved trauma, stress, and anxiety.
My approach is grounded in evidence-based therapies, fostering self-awareness, self-compassion, and meaningful change. I help individuals recognize early attachment wounds, unexpressed needs, shift unhelpful patterns, & cultivate a more fulfilling, balanced life. I am a provider for several private health funds, Access EAP & SIRA (workers comp) accredited.
0407 700 814 View 0407 700 814
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Scott Whiteway
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Using this approach I can work with you to resolve challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, personal confidence, loss and grief, chronic illnesses, drug & alcohol, relationships, career challenges and life balance.
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
Using this approach I can work with you to resolve challenges including anxiety, depression, stress, personal confidence, loss and grief, chronic illnesses, drug & alcohol, relationships, career challenges and life balance.
Hello! I help people resolve personal challenges and mental health issues quickly and effectively. With over 20 years experience successfully providing psychological treatment I develop strong collaborative relationships to get results. I will work with you to identify and achieve your best self. No matter what your life situation or challenges are, together we can determine a plan on how to successfully achieve clarity, a positive mindset and resolve your personal challenges.
(02) 8074 5252 View (02) 8074 5252
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Jennifer Gardner
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
Jenn is experienced in assessment and treatment of a range of mental health concerns, with particular expertise in treating complex presentations from age 19 up, including: complex trauma, PTSD, substance use, grief/loss, mood/ anxiety disorders, emotional dysregulation and personality disorders.
Jenn has a warm, empathic, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to therapy. She is passionate about supporting and empowering people to improve their emotional wellbeing, increase quality of life, cope with difficulties, manage distress, and bring about meaningful, lasting change.
Jenn is experienced in assessment and treatment of a range of mental health concerns, with particular expertise in treating complex presentations from age 19 up, including: complex trauma, PTSD, substance use, grief/loss, mood/ anxiety disorders, emotional dysregulation and personality disorders.
Jenn has a warm, empathic, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to therapy. She is passionate about supporting and empowering people to improve their emotional wellbeing, increase quality of life, cope with difficulties, manage distress, and bring about meaningful, lasting change.
0438 299 873 View 0438 299 873
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Daniela Cristofaro
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I work with self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, sex-related challenges, grief, depression, reactivity, body image & relationship issue and more.
Are you feeling unsure how to move forward? Maybe you're navigating relationship struggles or trying to make sense of your life? Most people come to therapy because they want something to change. But lasting transformation starts with understanding how things are right now. From a young age, our nervous systems adapt to help us navigate the world, creating automatic patterns of feeling and reacting. Whilst they once served us, they can become limiting over time, keeping us stuck in ways that no longer align with who we are or what we need. I am here to help you gently uncover and understand these ingrained patterns.
I work with self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, sex-related challenges, grief, depression, reactivity, body image & relationship issue and more.
Are you feeling unsure how to move forward? Maybe you're navigating relationship struggles or trying to make sense of your life? Most people come to therapy because they want something to change. But lasting transformation starts with understanding how things are right now. From a young age, our nervous systems adapt to help us navigate the world, creating automatic patterns of feeling and reacting. Whilst they once served us, they can become limiting over time, keeping us stuck in ways that no longer align with who we are or what we need. I am here to help you gently uncover and understand these ingrained patterns.
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Carolyn Rossi
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
When life becomes emotionally demanding, many people feel anxious, reactive or stuck in familiar relationship patterns.
I am a registered counsellor and gestalt therapist working with adults. I offer a relational, collaborative approach, helping you notice emotional patterns, reactions and habits as they arise. Together we build self-awareness, steadiness and new ways of relating that feel more authentic and sustainable.
When life becomes emotionally demanding, many people feel anxious, reactive or stuck in familiar relationship patterns.
I am a registered counsellor and gestalt therapist working with adults. I offer a relational, collaborative approach, helping you notice emotional patterns, reactions and habits as they arise. Together we build self-awareness, steadiness and new ways of relating that feel more authentic and sustainable.
0438 045 360 View 0438 045 360
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Erica Chow
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Are you struggling with overthinking, being overwhelmed and exhausted a lot of the time? Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself? If your daily life, relationships and mental health is wearing you down, you may be seeking support to get to a better place. You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child. Erica is a professional and warm Psychologist experienced in assisting with mental health, trauma, behavioural difficulties for clients across the lifespan.
Are you struggling with overthinking, being overwhelmed and exhausted a lot of the time? Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself? If your daily life, relationships and mental health is wearing you down, you may be seeking support to get to a better place. You may be a parent who is noticing concerning signs in your child and needing parenting support and therapy for your child. Erica is a professional and warm Psychologist experienced in assisting with mental health, trauma, behavioural difficulties for clients across the lifespan.
(02) 9159 3752 View (02) 9159 3752
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Release Your Mind Counseling and Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I’m a good fit for you if you’re dealing with anxiety, low mood, trauma, ADHD, addiction, overwhelm, or relationship stress — especially if you’re busy and just need a space that feels calm and real.
Online psychologist based in Sydney, offering after-hours and weekend sessions for clients across Australia.
I’m a good fit for you if you’re dealing with anxiety, low mood, trauma, ADHD, addiction, overwhelm, or relationship stress — especially if you’re busy and just need a space that feels calm and real.
Online psychologist based in Sydney, offering after-hours and weekend sessions for clients across Australia.
(02) 9437 5400 View (02) 9437 5400
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Janet Yap
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety.
I strive to understand each person deeply and tailor treatment to match with the person’s individual concerns and therapy goals. Each person will always be received with authenticity, open-mindedness, care and understanding.
I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety.
I strive to understand each person deeply and tailor treatment to match with the person’s individual concerns and therapy goals. Each person will always be received with authenticity, open-mindedness, care and understanding.
(02) 9100 0565 View (02) 9100 0565

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Anxiety Therapists
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.