Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Psychologists and Therapists in Dee Why, NSW
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.
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.
Kim specialises in anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, ADHD, ASD, and lifestyle wellness. With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Kim works with individuals and families to create tailored strategies for growth, resilience, and balance. Her approach is both empathetic and evidence-based, helping clients build resilience and well-being in a supportive environment.
Kim is also a Board Approved Supervisor (AHPRA)
Kim specialises in anxiety, depression, stress, parenting challenges, ADHD, ASD, and lifestyle wellness. With a holistic and evidence-based approach, Kim works with individuals and families to create tailored strategies for growth, resilience, and balance. Her approach is both empathetic and evidence-based, helping clients build resilience and well-being in a supportive environment.
Kim is also a Board Approved Supervisor (AHPRA)
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.
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.
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 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 only use evidenced-based therapies such as CBT (which includes exposure and response prevention therapy), DBT & trauma focused therapies such as EMDR
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.
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).
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 have extensive experience through my previous work as a group therapist in private clinics working with eating disorders, drug and alcohol, all mood disorders and DBT groups.
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).
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 have extensive experience through my previous work as a group therapist in private clinics working with eating disorders, drug and alcohol, all mood disorders and DBT groups.
Whether you're seeking support reaching your dreams or are struggling with the many pains of life, such as conflict, depression, anxiety, or grief & loss - counselling can be of real help. There's something very powerful in telling your story in the presence of someone who will listen deeply, accept everything that you are, and help you gain a new perspective. Together we will create a safe platform for change, growth and healing. For individuals and couples.
Whether you're seeking support reaching your dreams or are struggling with the many pains of life, such as conflict, depression, anxiety, or grief & loss - counselling can be of real help. There's something very powerful in telling your story in the presence of someone who will listen deeply, accept everything that you are, and help you gain a new perspective. Together we will create a safe platform for change, growth and healing. For individuals and couples.
I draw on a range of evidence based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy and trauma informed practice, adapting each approach to suit your needs.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, addiction, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
As a clinically registered counsellor with over 15 years experience, I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, addiction, low self-esteem and major life transitions.
I draw on a range of evidence based therapies, including CBT, DBT, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy and trauma informed practice, adapting each approach to suit your needs.
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face life's challenges alone. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, addiction, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
As a clinically registered counsellor with over 15 years experience, I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, addiction, low self-esteem and major life transitions.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical behaviour therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Schema Therapy.
Let's debunk the myth that therapy has to be doom and gloom. In fact, I want you to genuinely look forward to our sessions. As a Clinical psychologist, my focus is on creating an environment where you feel at ease sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we will connect dots you may not have realised were there, all with the aim of sparking positive behavioural changes in your life.
I draw from a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical behaviour therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Schema Therapy.
Let's debunk the myth that therapy has to be doom and gloom. In fact, I want you to genuinely look forward to our sessions. As a Clinical psychologist, my focus is on creating an environment where you feel at ease sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. Together, we will connect dots you may not have realised were there, all with the aim of sparking positive behavioural changes in your life.
I use techniques from CBT, DBT, ACT and schema therapy to help with thinking and beliefs; psychodynamic interpersonal therapy, narrative therapy and internal family systems to transform past experiences into empowerment, purpose and a redefined sense of self.
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.
I use techniques from CBT, DBT, ACT and schema therapy to help with thinking and beliefs; psychodynamic interpersonal therapy, narrative therapy and internal family systems to transform past experiences into empowerment, purpose and a redefined sense of self.
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.
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.
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 have a very natural approach where I primarily use Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, ACT, DBT, CBT and Mindfulness as my go-to therapy styles.
Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, experienced trauma? Maybe you feel shutdown, on edge, have anger, or your emotions jump from 0-100 in a second. Or perhaps you're having relationship/other issues. With 20+ years’ counselling experience, I bring a wealth of knowhow plus a gamut of tools & strategies to help you. If you're in a tough patch & just talking isn't changing things, an experienced therapist with years of experience can help navigate it all to bring peace & resolution. Someone warm, incisive, calm, with a good ear, & who is highly skilled to work with the issues at hand, will get you there. I will bring just that.
I have a very natural approach where I primarily use Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, ACT, DBT, CBT and Mindfulness as my go-to therapy styles.
Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, experienced trauma? Maybe you feel shutdown, on edge, have anger, or your emotions jump from 0-100 in a second. Or perhaps you're having relationship/other issues. With 20+ years’ counselling experience, I bring a wealth of knowhow plus a gamut of tools & strategies to help you. If you're in a tough patch & just talking isn't changing things, an experienced therapist with years of experience can help navigate it all to bring peace & resolution. Someone warm, incisive, calm, with a good ear, & who is highly skilled to work with the issues at hand, will get you there. I will bring just that.
My modalities are DBT, and Emotion Focused Ind.
Hi I'm Clare. I am currently taking new clients. I focus on clients experiencing anxiety, stress, addiction, grief, feelings of low self-worth and depression. I practice within a DBT framework, using a person centred approach. I help clients re-frame their emotional experiences working with Emotion Focused Individual Therapy, motivational interviewing, and CBT. Focusing on being present, communicating effectively and regulating emotions, clients are able to make informed choices regarding their emotions, actions, and behaviours. This leads to increased motivation, positive self-worth, and improved relationships with self and others.
My modalities are DBT, and Emotion Focused Ind.
Hi I'm Clare. I am currently taking new clients. I focus on clients experiencing anxiety, stress, addiction, grief, feelings of low self-worth and depression. I practice within a DBT framework, using a person centred approach. I help clients re-frame their emotional experiences working with Emotion Focused Individual Therapy, motivational interviewing, and CBT. Focusing on being present, communicating effectively and regulating emotions, clients are able to make informed choices regarding their emotions, actions, and behaviours. This leads to increased motivation, positive self-worth, and improved relationships with self and others.
Holly works with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, psychosis, chronic pain, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), cognitive and memory concerns, ADHD and Autism.
Her approach is personalised, collaborative, and evidence-based, with a focus on improving day-to-day functioning and helping clients develop practical strategies for meaningful and sustainable change.
Holly works with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma-related difficulties, psychosis, chronic pain, Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), cognitive and memory concerns, ADHD and Autism.
Her approach is personalised, collaborative, and evidence-based, with a focus on improving day-to-day functioning and helping clients develop practical strategies for meaningful and sustainable change.
I am warm, open and experienced Doctor of clinical psychology who works with all sorts of issues, big and small, from life adjustment issues to mental health difficulties. My focus is on mental health wellness. I work with proven psychology treatments for mood and relationship issues for all ages, including couples. I aim to treat each client as an individual with their own unique biology, personal history, strengths and areas for change, utilising a collaborative approach to provide your own program of evidence based intervention.
I am warm, open and experienced Doctor of clinical psychology who works with all sorts of issues, big and small, from life adjustment issues to mental health difficulties. My focus is on mental health wellness. I work with proven psychology treatments for mood and relationship issues for all ages, including couples. I aim to treat each client as an individual with their own unique biology, personal history, strengths and areas for change, utilising a collaborative approach to provide your own program of evidence based intervention.
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.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using CBT, ACT, DBT and schema-informed approaches.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using CBT, ACT, DBT and schema-informed approaches.
I offer practical, evidence-based therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT) and schema-informed approaches. My work focuses on helping you understand patterns, manage difficult emotions, reduce overthinking and build resilience.
Julie is an experienced Registered Psychologist with a strong background in substance and process addictions, PTSD and developmental trauma, relationships issues, mood disorders and eating disorders. Julie’s empathic and wholehearted approach creates an environment for clients to feel safe to be able to be vulnerable and explore underlying issues to their presenting problems. She is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and has been a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Julie also received training from The Institute for the Psychology of Eating and is a qualified Eating Psychology Coach.
Julie is an experienced Registered Psychologist with a strong background in substance and process addictions, PTSD and developmental trauma, relationships issues, mood disorders and eating disorders. Julie’s empathic and wholehearted approach creates an environment for clients to feel safe to be able to be vulnerable and explore underlying issues to their presenting problems. She is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and has been a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Julie also received training from The Institute for the Psychology of Eating and is a qualified Eating Psychology Coach.
Dr Daria is an empathic, vibrant, warm and down to earth Certified Executive & Leadership Coach, Peak Performance Coach, Couples Therapist and former Clinical Psychologist who is dedicated to supporting her clients in reaching their goals. Daria is passionate about training high performance people in the development of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, assertive communication skills and authenticity. Her robust understanding and experience with clinical and corporate clients contributes to her strong desire to support her clients in achieving meaningful change, growth and personal development in any area of their lives.
Dr Daria is an empathic, vibrant, warm and down to earth Certified Executive & Leadership Coach, Peak Performance Coach, Couples Therapist and former Clinical Psychologist who is dedicated to supporting her clients in reaching their goals. Daria is passionate about training high performance people in the development of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, assertive communication skills and authenticity. Her robust understanding and experience with clinical and corporate clients contributes to her strong desire to support her clients in achieving meaningful change, growth and personal development in any area of their lives.
Alison Glass - EMDR & Trauma Treatment
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Alison uses an integrative approach to enable her to tailor therapy to the individual client’s needs, she uses Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to create emotional stability before addressing the underlying causes of instability with EMDR, IFS and EGO state therapies.
Alison is passionate about the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, addictions and eating disorders with a particular interest and training in treating Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Alison uses an integrative approach to enable her to tailor therapy to the individual client’s needs, integrating EMDR with other therapies. She is experienced in working with older adolescents and adults presenting with eating disorders, mood, anxiety disorders, grief and phobias.
Alison uses an integrative approach to enable her to tailor therapy to the individual client’s needs, she uses Dialectical Behavioural Therapy ( DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to create emotional stability before addressing the underlying causes of instability with EMDR, IFS and EGO state therapies.
Alison is passionate about the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, addictions and eating disorders with a particular interest and training in treating Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. Alison uses an integrative approach to enable her to tailor therapy to the individual client’s needs, integrating EMDR with other therapies. She is experienced in working with older adolescents and adults presenting with eating disorders, mood, anxiety disorders, grief and phobias.
Nearby Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists Searches for Dee Why
- Balgowlah
- Brookvale
- Collaroy
- Cromer
- Curl Curl
- Frenchs Forest
- Freshwater
- Manly
- Manly Vale
- Narrabeen
- Queenscliff
- Seaforth
Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.