Depression Psychologists and Therapists in Dee Why, NSW
I have extensive experience with mental health issues, alcohol and other drug addictions, depression and anxiety.
My thesis was on cannabis and mental health and this is an area I remain passionately interested in. I have presented at 17 national and international conferences on topics of cannabis and mental health, victims in the criminal justice system and religiously integrated CBT. See SetFreePsychology on Facebook.
I have extensive experience with mental health issues, alcohol and other drug addictions, depression and anxiety.
My thesis was on cannabis and mental health and this is an area I remain passionately interested in. I have presented at 17 national and international conferences on topics of cannabis and mental health, victims in the criminal justice system and religiously integrated CBT. See SetFreePsychology on Facebook.
I draw on my many years of experience in helping clients gain skills and coping mechanism to help treat and resolve anxiety, addictions, PTSD, depression as well as grief and loss.
I work with a person-centred approach, within it I pull from my years of experience in all areas of mental health. The therapeutic strategies and interventions I predominantly work with are the behaviour focused therapies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Above all I hold the up most importance in developing a good therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, within it a emotional bond of trust, caring and respect is created, which allows for a safe space where healing can take place.
I draw on my many years of experience in helping clients gain skills and coping mechanism to help treat and resolve anxiety, addictions, PTSD, depression as well as grief and loss.
I work with a person-centred approach, within it I pull from my years of experience in all areas of mental health. The therapeutic strategies and interventions I predominantly work with are the behaviour focused therapies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Above all I hold the up most importance in developing a good therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, within it a emotional bond of trust, caring and respect is created, which allows for a safe space where healing can take place.
I am dedicated to working with clients living with Autism, ADHD, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bullying and burnout.
I am a Registered Psychologist who completed the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology at the University of New England. I am experienced providing support to adolescent and adult clients with a variety of backgrounds and challenges. My therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative, with a focus on each client’s unique values to support personal growth and change. I utilise evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I am dedicated to working with clients living with Autism, ADHD, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, life transitions, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bullying and burnout.
I am a Registered Psychologist who completed the Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology at the University of New England. I am experienced providing support to adolescent and adult clients with a variety of backgrounds and challenges. My therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative, with a focus on each client’s unique values to support personal growth and change. I utilise evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, low mood, workplace pressures, or major life changes can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You do not have to navigate these challenges alone.
I am a warm, compassionate, and experienced psychologist who provides a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe strong therapeutic relationships are the foundation for meaningful change, and I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, develop practical strategies, and improve emotional wellbeing.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, low mood, workplace pressures, or major life changes can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. You do not have to navigate these challenges alone.
I am a warm, compassionate, and experienced psychologist who provides a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe strong therapeutic relationships are the foundation for meaningful change, and I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, develop practical strategies, and improve emotional wellbeing.
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.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Life can change suddenly. A loss, separation, migration, health diagnosis, or unexpected transition can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about who you are. My ideal client may appear strong but feel anxious, stuck in unhealthy coping patterns, or carrying grief and trauma, including AOD-related challenges. They need a safe, culturally sensitive space to process loss, regulate emotions, and rebuild identity, with the goal of healing, strengthening self-worth, and moving forward with clarity and resilience.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Life can change suddenly. A loss, separation, migration, health diagnosis, or unexpected transition can leave you feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about who you are. My ideal client may appear strong but feel anxious, stuck in unhealthy coping patterns, or carrying grief and trauma, including AOD-related challenges. They need a safe, culturally sensitive space to process loss, regulate emotions, and rebuild identity, with the goal of healing, strengthening self-worth, and moving forward with clarity and resilience.
I work with people who experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, relationship issues, PTSD/trauma, emotional regulation issues, phobias e
I am a clinical psychologist. I strive to improve the quality of life of the people I work with, using a compassionate, empathic & non-judgmental lens. My aim is to provide the most appropriate therapy in a collaborative way. I am an AHPRA endorsed supervisor. I am an Accredited Practitioner through the EMDR Association of Australia.
I work with people who experience depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, relationship issues, PTSD/trauma, emotional regulation issues, phobias e
I am a clinical psychologist. I strive to improve the quality of life of the people I work with, using a compassionate, empathic & non-judgmental lens. My aim is to provide the most appropriate therapy in a collaborative way. I am an AHPRA endorsed supervisor. I am an Accredited Practitioner through the EMDR Association of Australia.
Many people come to therapy feeling low, stuck, or disconnected — struggling with motivation, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, offering a calm, compassionate, and curious space where you can feel safe to explore what’s been holding you back. I practise from my private clinic, Psych Corner, in Dee Why, and take a collaborative, tailored approach to therapy. My style is relaxed, open, and informative, with a strong focus on building a genuine, trusting therapeutic relationship. My aim is to support meaningful, lasting change and improved wellbeing.
Many people come to therapy feeling low, stuck, or disconnected — struggling with motivation, anxiety, self-esteem, or relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, offering a calm, compassionate, and curious space where you can feel safe to explore what’s been holding you back. I practise from my private clinic, Psych Corner, in Dee Why, and take a collaborative, tailored approach to therapy. My style is relaxed, open, and informative, with a strong focus on building a genuine, trusting therapeutic relationship. My aim is to support meaningful, lasting change and improved wellbeing.
Kim specialises in anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, ADHD, ASD, and lifestyle wellness.
Kim is a compassionate psychologist with 7 years of experience working in schools, providing unique insight into the challenges faced by children, adolescents, and families. When not working, Kim enjoys traveling, spending time by the beach, reading, and sunrise walks, embracing the natural beauty of the coastline for a calming start to the day.
Kim specialises in anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, ADHD, ASD, and lifestyle wellness.
Kim is a compassionate psychologist with 7 years of experience working in schools, providing unique insight into the challenges faced by children, adolescents, and families. When not working, Kim enjoys traveling, spending time by the beach, reading, and sunrise walks, embracing the natural beauty of the coastline for a calming start to the day.
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.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck. They’re exhausted from repeating the same arguments, finding themselves in the same kinds of relationships, or feeling angry, numb, or disconnected—and they don’t know why. Even when they’ve done therapy before or tried to “work on themselves,” something deeper hasn’t shifted. They want real change, but can’t seem to get there on their own. What sets my work apart is that I don’t just focus on managing symptoms. I help you uncover the deeper emotional patterns that are keeping you stuck—patterns often rooted in early experiences of pain, disconnection, or unmet needs.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck. They’re exhausted from repeating the same arguments, finding themselves in the same kinds of relationships, or feeling angry, numb, or disconnected—and they don’t know why. Even when they’ve done therapy before or tried to “work on themselves,” something deeper hasn’t shifted. They want real change, but can’t seem to get there on their own. What sets my work apart is that I don’t just focus on managing symptoms. I help you uncover the deeper emotional patterns that are keeping you stuck—patterns often rooted in early experiences of pain, disconnection, or unmet needs.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
Counselling, Coaching & Wellbeing – Supporting Individuals, Families & Groups & Organisations (EAP) !
As a fully qualified and registered Counsellor with over 10 years’ experience across counselling, wellbeing, fitness, and health settings, I support people navigating overwhelm, burnout, feeling stuck, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as those seeking greater clarity, balance, and connection in their lives.
Taking the step to seek support can feel daunting. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, offering a safe and supportive space to explore your experiences at your own pace.
Counselling, Coaching & Wellbeing – Supporting Individuals, Families & Groups & Organisations (EAP) !
As a fully qualified and registered Counsellor with over 10 years’ experience across counselling, wellbeing, fitness, and health settings, I support people navigating overwhelm, burnout, feeling stuck, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as those seeking greater clarity, balance, and connection in their lives.
Taking the step to seek support can feel daunting. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and trauma-informed, offering a safe and supportive space to explore your experiences at your own pace.
I have a private practice on Sydney's north shore and northern beaches, specialising in adolescents and adults, experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, peer relationship issues, gender identity challenges, confusing life choices, career needs, bullying and school concerns.
I enjoy running various groups involving self-esteem building, career guidance, stress management, personal growth and awareness. Therapeutic engagement includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Nature-Focused and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy and working with the client to understand each individual's needs and resonance.
I have a private practice on Sydney's north shore and northern beaches, specialising in adolescents and adults, experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem, peer relationship issues, gender identity challenges, confusing life choices, career needs, bullying and school concerns.
I enjoy running various groups involving self-esteem building, career guidance, stress management, personal growth and awareness. Therapeutic engagement includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Nature-Focused and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy and working with the client to understand each individual's needs and resonance.
We work with people aged 7 to 87 for individual, couples & child & family therapy for problems with sleep, concentration, decision making, anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, emotional regulation, PTSD, Trauma, perfectionism, procrastination, OCD, ODD, body image, self esteem/confidence, drug & alcohol, social anxiety, interpersonal relationships & lots more.
Welcome. Are you looking to reduce your suffering, improve your mental health and satisfaction with life, and live a richer, more meaningful, purposeful and enjoyable life? Do you want to work with people who really care? At “ST & A Psychology” we strongly believe in the strength & ability within you, to change your life, & manage your issues more effectively. As experts on mental health and change, we respect you as the expert of your life. Thus, we will help you to work towards what is important, meaningful & purposeful for you, to help you better meet your psychological needs.
We work with people aged 7 to 87 for individual, couples & child & family therapy for problems with sleep, concentration, decision making, anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, emotional regulation, PTSD, Trauma, perfectionism, procrastination, OCD, ODD, body image, self esteem/confidence, drug & alcohol, social anxiety, interpersonal relationships & lots more.
Welcome. Are you looking to reduce your suffering, improve your mental health and satisfaction with life, and live a richer, more meaningful, purposeful and enjoyable life? Do you want to work with people who really care? At “ST & A Psychology” we strongly believe in the strength & ability within you, to change your life, & manage your issues more effectively. As experts on mental health and change, we respect you as the expert of your life. Thus, we will help you to work towards what is important, meaningful & purposeful for you, to help you better meet your psychological needs.
I am an extremely caring, warm, open, helpful, respectful, supportive, encouraging, hardworking & compassionate person & health professional. I am very passionate about helping people…well. Helping people to reduce their suffering is important to me. I will want to understand the unique way you are suffering or struggling to cope and will make a difference.
I am an extremely caring, warm, open, helpful, respectful, supportive, encouraging, hardworking & compassionate person & health professional. I am very passionate about helping people…well. Helping people to reduce their suffering is important to me. I will want to understand the unique way you are suffering or struggling to cope and will make a difference.
Hi, I’m Tamara Buchanan. I founded CounsellingCo as a person-centred, trauma-informed, evidence-based practice devoted to helping people with drug & alcohol issues, behavioural and social media addictions, executive stress, and mental health issues before they reach crisis point. I work with you to understand how early childhood, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, grief, and all experiences to date shape your emotions, beliefs, mood and behaviours. I will gently challenge and empower you to move forward. If you have tried everything but therapy, CounsellingCo is your first step to making a positive change.
Hi, I’m Tamara Buchanan. I founded CounsellingCo as a person-centred, trauma-informed, evidence-based practice devoted to helping people with drug & alcohol issues, behavioural and social media addictions, executive stress, and mental health issues before they reach crisis point. I work with you to understand how early childhood, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, grief, and all experiences to date shape your emotions, beliefs, mood and behaviours. I will gently challenge and empower you to move forward. If you have tried everything but therapy, CounsellingCo is your first step to making a positive change.
If you are struggling with burnout, depression, anxiety, relationship breakdown and ongoing stress I can help you through a range of treatment strategies.
ADHD and stress (scattered focus, restlessness, a nervous system that struggles under pressure)
Life transitions and burnout
Low mood and emotional flatness
Weight fluctuation and hormonal changes
Relationship health, with yourself and with others
If you are struggling with burnout, depression, anxiety, relationship breakdown and ongoing stress I can help you through a range of treatment strategies.
ADHD and stress (scattered focus, restlessness, a nervous system that struggles under pressure)
Life transitions and burnout
Low mood and emotional flatness
Weight fluctuation and hormonal changes
Relationship health, with yourself and with others
Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing Clinic located on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, New South Wales. We specialise in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations of a diverse range of neurodevelopmental differences (e.g., Autism, ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders / Dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder etc.), acquired brain injuries (e.g., concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury) and neurological conditions (e.g., Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis etc.).
Psychological and Neuropsychological Testing Clinic located on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, New South Wales. We specialise in comprehensive neuropsychological assessments and diagnostic evaluations of a diverse range of neurodevelopmental differences (e.g., Autism, ADHD, Specific Learning Disorders / Dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder etc.), acquired brain injuries (e.g., concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury) and neurological conditions (e.g., Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis etc.).
I am a compassionate and dedicated Psychologist and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, body image concerns, difficulties with emotion regulation, and trauma.
My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs and preferences. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better from the start, while reaching deeper to the root cause of your issues to promote lasting change.
I am a compassionate and dedicated Psychologist and Focusing-Oriented Therapist. I work with adults and adolescents (14+) experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, body image concerns, difficulties with emotion regulation, and trauma.
My approach is flexible and tailored to your needs and preferences. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better from the start, while reaching deeper to the root cause of your issues to promote lasting change.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.