Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Crows Nest, NSW
I am experienced in delivery of dialectical behaviour therapy, and have an ongoing interest in treatment of OCD and eating disorders.
Here you are at perhaps the hardest part of your mental health journey, which is asking for help. And here we are at perhaps the most important part of that journey, which is establishing a therapeutic relationship. I approach that by prioritising the development of trust and safety; hearing your challenges without preconceptions or judgement. I hope you approach it wanting change.
I am experienced in delivery of dialectical behaviour therapy, and have an ongoing interest in treatment of OCD and eating disorders.
Here you are at perhaps the hardest part of your mental health journey, which is asking for help. And here we are at perhaps the most important part of that journey, which is establishing a therapeutic relationship. I approach that by prioritising the development of trust and safety; hearing your challenges without preconceptions or judgement. I hope you approach it wanting change.
I have a special interest in supporting people with navigating intense emotions, work stress, BPD, OCD, adolescent mental health challenges, self-harm, school refusal, anxiety, depression.
Hello, I'm Adam, a Clinical Psychologist in North Sydney. I support professionals, adolescents, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create meaningful transformations quickly, and I will assist you to achieve your goals with a straightforward and no-nonsense approach. In our sessions, we’ll use practical, evidence-based methods to work through issues you might encounter, such as difficulty with managing emotions, feelings of sorrow or anxiety, or moments when you might feel trapped. My practice is about creating a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone.
I have a special interest in supporting people with navigating intense emotions, work stress, BPD, OCD, adolescent mental health challenges, self-harm, school refusal, anxiety, depression.
Hello, I'm Adam, a Clinical Psychologist in North Sydney. I support professionals, adolescents, families, and couples with their mental health and relationships. My philosophy is that therapy should create meaningful transformations quickly, and I will assist you to achieve your goals with a straightforward and no-nonsense approach. In our sessions, we’ll use practical, evidence-based methods to work through issues you might encounter, such as difficulty with managing emotions, feelings of sorrow or anxiety, or moments when you might feel trapped. My practice is about creating a supportive and inclusive environment for everyone.
Ziting addresses a wide range of
psychological issues such as anxiety, OCD, depression, school- and work-related stress, ADHD, learning difficulties, grief and loss, emotion regulation problems, and trauma.
Ziting has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dickinson College (U.S.), a Bachelor of
Arts in Psychology (Honours) from The University of Queensland, and a Master of Clinical Psychology from Western Sydney University. Originally from Beijing, China, Ziting’s multicultural background enriches his ability to empathize with diverse clients in both English and Mandarin (普通话). His empathetic, genuine, and conscientious nature fosters strong therapeutic relationships with his clients. He believes in the transformative power of storytelling and active listening, which helps him fully understand and address his clients’ unique concerns.
Ziting addresses a wide range of
psychological issues such as anxiety, OCD, depression, school- and work-related stress, ADHD, learning difficulties, grief and loss, emotion regulation problems, and trauma.
Ziting has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dickinson College (U.S.), a Bachelor of
Arts in Psychology (Honours) from The University of Queensland, and a Master of Clinical Psychology from Western Sydney University. Originally from Beijing, China, Ziting’s multicultural background enriches his ability to empathize with diverse clients in both English and Mandarin (普通话). His empathetic, genuine, and conscientious nature fosters strong therapeutic relationships with his clients. He believes in the transformative power of storytelling and active listening, which helps him fully understand and address his clients’ unique concerns.
You may be navigating the emotional and physical challenges of menopause, feeling trapped by stress or burnout, or struggling with OCD or anxiety that chips away at your confidence and peace of mind.
I offer high-quality, evidence-based therapy tailored to the unique challenges faced by professional women. With expertise in ACT, CBT, attachment theory, and positive psychology, I help my clients uncover the root causes of their distress while focusing on their strengths and values. Together, we’ll create practical, personalised strategies to support you.
You may be navigating the emotional and physical challenges of menopause, feeling trapped by stress or burnout, or struggling with OCD or anxiety that chips away at your confidence and peace of mind.
I offer high-quality, evidence-based therapy tailored to the unique challenges faced by professional women. With expertise in ACT, CBT, attachment theory, and positive psychology, I help my clients uncover the root causes of their distress while focusing on their strengths and values. Together, we’ll create practical, personalised strategies to support you.
I have a particular interest in working with parents to improve parenting, family relationships and dynamics, as well as anxiety disorders, perfectionism, OCD, and relational difficulties.
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
I have a particular interest in working with parents to improve parenting, family relationships and dynamics, as well as anxiety disorders, perfectionism, OCD, and relational difficulties.
I am a warm, pragmatic and strengths-based psychologist, whose goal is to build long-lasting, healthy change in your life. My aim is for you to walk away from sessions with actionable goals and a better understanding of yourself, feeling empowered to use a personalised toolbox of strategies to facilitate this long-lasting change. I am passionate about tailoring therapy to your specific needs. I have a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Masters of Clinical Psychology.
Leo Martyn - Azure Counselling Crows Nest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I've been around a while, practicing as a counsellor and social worker on the lower north shore for over 16 years. Holding 2 post-graduate qualifications, I'm a highly experienced clinician who is a member of the ACA (Level 4) and an Accredited Social Worker.
I work locally and nationally with a diverse client base from couples in conflict to emergency first responders. I love to meet clients from all walks of life to see how I can best support your growth, transformation and insight around whatever is challenging you now.
Looking forward to meeting you at my friendly and cozy practice space conveniently located near the new metro.
I've been around a while, practicing as a counsellor and social worker on the lower north shore for over 16 years. Holding 2 post-graduate qualifications, I'm a highly experienced clinician who is a member of the ACA (Level 4) and an Accredited Social Worker.
I work locally and nationally with a diverse client base from couples in conflict to emergency first responders. I love to meet clients from all walks of life to see how I can best support your growth, transformation and insight around whatever is challenging you now.
Looking forward to meeting you at my friendly and cozy practice space conveniently located near the new metro.
Dr Fiona Martin is an Educational and Developmental psychologist with more than 20 years of clinical and research experience. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. She conducts comprehensive assessments and provides therapy services to patients with a variety of mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression and neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD). She has a special interest in helping individuals going through separation and divorce. Dr Martin provides consultancy services, including customised training workshops and research projects, to a range of organisations.
Dr Fiona Martin is an Educational and Developmental psychologist with more than 20 years of clinical and research experience. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents and adults. She conducts comprehensive assessments and provides therapy services to patients with a variety of mental health problems, including stress, anxiety and depression and neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD). She has a special interest in helping individuals going through separation and divorce. Dr Martin provides consultancy services, including customised training workshops and research projects, to a range of organisations.
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 and 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 and online.
My name is Emilie, I'm a Psychotherapist based in Crows Nest and Orange. Prioritising safe and authentic spaces for us to work on whatever has brought you in for support. I come from a background in both creative industries, and the corporate sector, meaning I work closely with a very wide range of clients and issues. From artistic journeys and mindfulness strategies, to workplace stress and a more hands on approaches. Feel free to reach out for a call, and we can discuss what support might work best for you.
My name is Emilie, I'm a Psychotherapist based in Crows Nest and Orange. Prioritising safe and authentic spaces for us to work on whatever has brought you in for support. I come from a background in both creative industries, and the corporate sector, meaning I work closely with a very wide range of clients and issues. From artistic journeys and mindfulness strategies, to workplace stress and a more hands on approaches. Feel free to reach out for a call, and we can discuss what support might work best for you.
Dr Trish: Somatic & IFS (OmniTherapy)
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crows Nest, NSW 2065
I am an IFS informed, Clinical Somatic Psychotherapist. My clinic is adjoining the Lane Cove National Park, and clients can spend a moment ‘nature bathing’ as they prepare and restore their central nervous system for the session. I work across modalities of therapist and coach in an embodied way to support the process. This facilitates both the spoken and unspoken journey, my clients' goals drive each session.
I am an IFS informed, Clinical Somatic Psychotherapist. My clinic is adjoining the Lane Cove National Park, and clients can spend a moment ‘nature bathing’ as they prepare and restore their central nervous system for the session. I work across modalities of therapist and coach in an embodied way to support the process. This facilitates both the spoken and unspoken journey, my clients' goals drive each session.
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.
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As an embodied/somatic psychotherapist, I foster and facilitate coming home to yourself; mind, emotions AND body.
My 14 years as a therapist has focused on supporting people through chronic physical illness, conditions and gut disorders, plus trauma, chronic stress/anxiety and the resulting effects on ones' self worth and quality of life.
As an embodied/somatic psychotherapist, I foster and facilitate coming home to yourself; mind, emotions AND body.
My 14 years as a therapist has focused on supporting people through chronic physical illness, conditions and gut disorders, plus trauma, chronic stress/anxiety and the resulting effects on ones' self worth and quality of life.
Catherine is an experienced psychologist who brings a depth of experience working with anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, relationships, major life adjustments and emotional regulation difficulties.
Catherine is an experienced psychologist who brings a depth of experience working with anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, relationships, major life adjustments and emotional regulation difficulties.
Kylie Finlayson, Principal Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Kylie’s psychology practice focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing a variety of problems including anxiety, stress, depression, anger management and emotional dysregulation, PTSD, and adult ADHD. She particularly enjoys working with men navigating life transitions (study, work, family, retirement), improving confidence and communication in relationships. Kylie strives to understand each individual client and their unique problem and find the most effective strategies to help them. She uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Kylie’s psychology practice focuses on the treatment of adults experiencing a variety of problems including anxiety, stress, depression, anger management and emotional dysregulation, PTSD, and adult ADHD. She particularly enjoys working with men navigating life transitions (study, work, family, retirement), improving confidence and communication in relationships. Kylie strives to understand each individual client and their unique problem and find the most effective strategies to help them. She uses a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
I am a clinical psychologist with 19 years experience who enjoys working with children, adolescents and their families. Young people might see me for a number of reasons including anxiety management, low mood, anger, perfectionism, emotion regulation, and behavioural difficulties. Parents might see me for support managing their child's emotions, behaviours or attention difficulties at home and to support better family connections.
I am a clinical psychologist with 19 years experience who enjoys working with children, adolescents and their families. Young people might see me for a number of reasons including anxiety management, low mood, anger, perfectionism, emotion regulation, and behavioural difficulties. Parents might see me for support managing their child's emotions, behaviours or attention difficulties at home and to support better family connections.
I am a very experienced holistic focused Clinical Psychologist having worked in clinical practice and health psychology for over 25 years. I have a warm and caring approach to psychotherapy and treat all my clients with respect. I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions. I also offer a neuro-affirming service in the management of adult and young adult ADHD and ASD.
I am a very experienced holistic focused Clinical Psychologist having worked in clinical practice and health psychology for over 25 years. I have a warm and caring approach to psychotherapy and treat all my clients with respect. I am passionate about helping clients who are struggling as a result of anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic abuse, work stress, psychosomatic or chronic medical conditions. I also offer a neuro-affirming service in the management of adult and young adult ADHD and ASD.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. I aim to provide an empathetic and warm approach to help people improve their mental health and their quality of life.
As a clinical psychologist I treat adolescents and adults with a wide range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. I aim to provide an empathetic and warm approach to help people improve their mental health and their quality of life.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a wide range of experience. I primarily utilise enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to allow individuals to learn the skills needed to manage emotional distress, strengthen their ability to cope with future challenges and achieve personal, relationship and professional life goals. Additionally I offer longer term psychotherapy for more complex issues.
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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.
All About OCD - Alice Fourtounas
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, health anxiety, intrusive thoughts, chronic worrying (Generalised Anxiety Disorder) and related anxiety disorders.
I have had training in Rumination-Focused ERP which is a helpful approach for all OCD clients, but especially crucial when working with clients struggling with compulsive rumination, mental compulsions or 'Pure O' type OCD. This approach involves addressing both how to stop ruminating as well as the underlying reasons why it might be difficult to stop.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, health anxiety, intrusive thoughts, chronic worrying (Generalised Anxiety Disorder) and related anxiety disorders.
I have had training in Rumination-Focused ERP which is a helpful approach for all OCD clients, but especially crucial when working with clients struggling with compulsive rumination, mental compulsions or 'Pure O' type OCD. This approach involves addressing both how to stop ruminating as well as the underlying reasons why it might be difficult to stop.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
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.